'Sugar': Cast and character guide on who's playing who in Apple TV+'s glamorous crime-drama

Glitz and glamour collide with corruption as John Sugar hunts for a missing heiress in this upcoming series
PUBLISHED APR 2, 2024
Kirby Howell-Baptiste and Colin Farrell play pivotal roles in 'Sugar' (@Apple TV+)
Kirby Howell-Baptiste and Colin Farrell play pivotal roles in 'Sugar' (@Apple TV+)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Dark secrets are about to be exposed! Apple TV+ is set to release its gripping new drama series, 'Sugar', premiering on Friday, April 5, 2024. Prepare for a thrilling ride through the City of Angels' underbelly, where glitz and glamor clash with corruption and deceit.

Academy Award nominee Colin Farrell takes center stage as John Sugar, a jaded private investigator tasked with finding the missing granddaughter of a Hollywood titan.

However, as Sugar delves deeper into the investigation, what initially seemed like a straightforward case explodes into a labyrinth of hidden truths.

Directed by the acclaimed Fernando Meirelles ('City of God'), 'Sugar' promises an absorbing experience.

Let's dive into the cast and character guide to get a glimpse of the narrative layers 'Sugar' may serve.

Colin Farrell as John Sugar


 
 
 
 
 
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Leading the charge is Academy Award-nominated actor Colin Farrell as John Sugar, a jaded yet tenacious private investigator.

Tasked with finding the missing Olivia Siegel, Sugar uncovers a web of family secrets that could rock the Hollywood elite.

Farrell is known for his versatility, starring in films like 'The Batman', 'The Banshees of Inisherin', and 'The Lobster'.

Kirby Howell-Baptiste as Ruby


 
 
 
 
 
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Adding her signature charm to the cast is Kirby Howell-Baptiste.

While her specific role named 'Ruby' remains under wraps, speculation suggests she might portray someone close to the investigation or perhaps connected to the Siegel family.

Howell-Baptiste has risen to prominence with roles in 'Killing Eve' 'Barry', and 'The Good Place'.

Amy Ryan as Melanie Mackie

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Actress Amy Ryan is all set to portray Melanie Mackie in 'Sugar' (@Getty Images)

Veteran actress Amy Ryan joins the cast as Melanie Mackie.

Though details about her character are scarce, her past roles suggest she could be a powerful figure with a stake in keeping the truth hidden.

Ryan is a renowned actress, earning an Oscar nomination for her role in 'Gone Baby Gone' and starring in shows like 'Birdman'.

James Cromwell as Jonathan Siegel

Hollywood legend James Cromwell portrays Jonathan Siegel, the missing Olivia's grandfather and a powerful figure in the industry.

His character's desperation to find his granddaughter and the potential secrets he harbors are central to the mystery.

Cromwell is a prolific actor with credits spanning decades, including roles in 'The Queen', 'Jurassic Park', and 'American Horror Story'.

Anna Gunn as Margit


 
 
 
 
 
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Appearing in a recurring role is Anna Gunn, best known for her portrayal of Skyler White in 'Breaking Bad'.

Her character, Margit, is shrouded in secrecy but she could be someone from Olivia's past or someone with knowledge of the events leading to her disappearance.

How to stream 'Sugar'? 

'Sugar' is set to premiere on Apple TV+ on Friday, April 5. If you don't have an Apple TV+ subscription, we've got you covered! 

The starting price for Apple TV+ is $9.99 a month, giving you access to all the original series and movies on the platform.

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