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'Brigands: The Quest for Gold': Cast and character guide on who’s playing who in Netflix's action series

The Italian series is set to make its Netflix debut on Tuesday, April 23, 2024

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Netflix is set to welcome a new action-adventure series into its roaster, as the Italian show  'Brigands: The Quest for Gold' is set to premiere on Tuesday, April 23.

The six-part series, directed by Antonio Le Fosse, Steve Saint Leger, and Nicola Sorcinelli, narrates the journey of a woman who abandons her past life and undergoes a remarkable transformation.

Set in the 19th century, the series follows Filomena (Michela De Rossi), who flees her hometown and joins a group of outlaws known as brigands. She transforms and changes her outlook on life.

As intriguing as the plot of the series sounds, it is equally backed by a great cast that breathes life into the characters.

So, let's learn about the cast and characters of Netflix's next series.

Michela De Rossi as Filomena

Italian actress Michela De Rossi will portray Filomena in the series.

De Rossi, born on January 25, 1993, graduated from the Quirino International Theatre Academy in 2014.

After starring in a short film titled 'Primo' in 2017, she made her acting debut in the drama film 'Boys Cry' by Damiano and Fabio D'Innocenzo in 2018. 

In 2021, she featured in the HBO Max film 'The Many Saints of Newark,' which marked her breakthrough.

Her other significant credits include 'La profezia dell'armadillo,' 'Con chi viaggi,' 'While the Men Are Away' and 'Io e Spotty,' among others.

Giuseppe Lo Piccolo as Salvatore

Giuseppe Lo Piccolo, an Italian actor born on November 19, 1986, portrays Salvatore in the show.

The actor had an interest in performing from his early days, and as an adult, he pursued careers in both film and theatre.

Piccolo made his film debut in 2012 with 'The Young Montalbano' and has since appeared in a variety of projects.

His most prominent roles are in 'Boris Giuliano: Un Poliziotto a Palermo,' 'Rainbow: A Private Affair,' 'The Legend of the Christmas Witch,' and 'Il venditore di ispirazioni,' among others.

Ivana Lotito as Ciccilla

Ivana Lotito, an Italian actress known for her charm, will portray Ciccilla in the forthcoming Netflix series 'Brigands: The Quest for Gold.'

Lotito made her acting debut in 2007 with 'Hotel Meina.'

Her other acting roles include 'Letters to Juliet,' 'Fear of Loving,' 'Gomorrah,' and 'Don Matteo,' among others.

Matilda Anna Ingrid Lutz as Michelina

Matilda Anna Ingrid Lutz, an Italian-American model and actress, is expected to portray Michelina in the series.

The emerging talent appeared on camera for the first time in 'The Lost Scent in D Minor,' and gained worldwide recognition for her leading role in the 2017 American supernatural horror film 'Rings,' a sequel to 'The Ring' trilogy.

Her other notable acting credits include 'The Fifth Wheel,' 'Zone 414,' 'Reptile,' 'A Classic Horror Story' and 'The Divorce Party,' among others.

Lorenzo de Moor as Muto

Lorenzo de Moor, a theatre and screen actor, portrays Muto in the action series. The actor began his career at the age of 15 in Tuscany, Italy, where he has lived for much of his life.

Lorenzo, a graduate of the Stella Adler Studio of Acting in New York, made his formal debut in 2016 with 'Newcomers.'

His other acting credits include 'Slodki koniec dnia,' 'Pezzi unici,' 'I delitti del BarLume,' and 'Robbing Mussolini,' among others. 

Orlando Cinque as Pietro Monaco

Orlando Cinque, a charismatic Italian actor renowned for his stage and television performances, portrays Pietro Monaco in 'Brigands: The Quest for Gold.'

Cinque, born on April 17, 1972, made his acting debut in 'The Tulse Luper Suitcases, Part 1: The Moab Story' in 2003.

His other acting credits include 'Un'estate fa,' 'The Tearsmith,' 'Vanina,' 'DOC-Nelle tue mani,' and 'Into the Labyrinth,' among others.

Marlon Joubert as Giuseppe Schiavone

Marlon Joubert, widely renowned for his performance in 'The Hand of God,' will play Giuseppe Schiavone in the series.

Joubert initially appeared in the short film 'Eau à la bouche' in 2017.

Joubert is slowly but steadily carving out a niche for himself in the entertainment world by acting on quality projects.

His other acting credits include 'Questa Notte Parlami dell'Africa,' 'Suburraeterna,' 'La Cena Perfetta,' and 'The Hand of God,' among others.

How to stream 'Brigands: The Quest for Gold?'

To see the series, you must have an exclusive Netflix account. The streaming platform provides several packages based on viewers' budgets and preferences.

The base plan, including advertisements, is $6.99 per month.

The regular plan without advertisements costs $15.49/month, while the premium plan costs $22.99/month.

'Brigands: The Quest for Gold' trailer