'Fatal Attraction' Full Cast List: Meet the stars of the Paramount+ reboot series of '80s erotic thriller
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA : The cast of the television series, 'Fatal Attraction', from Paramount+ has a number of well-known actors who play the classic roles of Alex Forrest and Dan Gallagher along with other characters. Based on the same-named 1987 psychological thriller, 'Fatal Attraction' will once again feature Alex and Dan in a passionate but turbulent encounter that quickly turns deadly when Alex starts tormenting Dan and his family after he ends their "relationship."
Releasing on 30th April on Paramount, Lizzy Caplan and Joshua Jackson are all set to play the lead roles, providing more complex and modern versions of Alex and Dan. However, these two aren't the only ones shining bright in the much-anticipated reboot. Check out the cast list of the upcoming mini-series below.
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Who stars in 'Fatal Attraction'?
Lizzy Caplan
Actress Elizabeth Anne Caplan was born on June 30, 1982. The television show, 'Freaks and Geeks', marked her debut role. She also starred in the movies like 'Mean Girls' (2004) and 'Cloverfield' (2008), as well as the television series 'Related' (2005–2006), 'The Class' (2006–2007), and 'Party Down', which helped her gain further fame. (2009–2010; 2023). In the Showtime drama 'Masters of Sex' from 2013 to 2016, Caplan played Virginia E Johnson.
For her role in 'Masters of Sex', she was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series. Her other movie appearances include 'Hot Tub Time Machine', '127 Hours' (both 2010), 'Save the Date', 'Bachelorette' (both 2012), 'The Interview' (2014), 'Now You See Me 2',' Allied' (both 2016), and 'Extinction' (2018). In 2022 she starred in FX on Hulu's 'Fleishman Is in Trouble' (2022).
Joshua Jackson
Actor Joshua Carter Jackson was born in Canada on June 11, 1978. He has played more than 32 roles in films and primetime television. He is most recognized for his roles as Charlie Conway in 'The Mighty Ducks' film series, Pacey Witter in 'Dawson's Creek' (1998-2003), Peter Bishop in 'Fringe' (2008-2013), and Cole Lockhart in 'The Affair'. (2014-2019).
Amanda Peet
An actress, writer, and producer, Amanda Peet, was born on January 11, 1972. She started out in television in little roles before making her feature film debut in Animal Room. (1995). After becoming more well-known for her portrayal of Jill St Claire in 'The Whole Nine Yards' (2000), she went on to star in a number of other movies, including 'Saving Silverman' (2001), 'High Crimes', 'Changing Lanes', 'Igby Goes Down' (all in 2002), 'Something's Gotta Give', 'Identity' (both in 2003), 'Melinda and Melinda' (2004)' A Lot Like Love, Syriana' (2005), 'Battle for Terra', 'Martian Child', and 'The X-Files: I Want to Believe'.
Alyssa Jirrels
On August 13, 2001, Alyssa Jirrels was born. She is well known for her work in the 2017 television series 'Girl Meets World' and numerous advertisements. She will join the main cast in 'Fatal Attraction' reboot. She is also recognized for 'This Is the Year'(2020) and 'As We See It' (2022).
Catch the premiere of 'Fatal Attraction' on April 30, 2023, exclusively on Paramount+.