Cast and Character Guide for The Madness.

November 28, 2024 at 1:00 p.m

Colman Domingo delivers a modern paranoid thriller in the style of “The Fugitive” with the new Netflix limited series “The Madness”. The “Rustin” and “Euphoria” star takes on the role of Muncie Daniels, an acclaimed CNN commentator whose attention turns on him when he comes across the body of a known white supremacist and is framed for the crime. As mysterious, seemingly overwhelming forces conspire against him, Muncie must uncover the truth behind the tangled web of money, politics and murder that led him there.

The eight-part series surrounds Domingo with an ensemble full of well-known actors. So if you’re wondering where you’ve seen them before, here’s a handy guide to The Madness cast and characters.

Colman Domingo as Muncie Daniels

Oscar-nominated actor Colman Domingo plays Muncie Daniels, a high-profile author and CNN pundit who stumbles upon the body of a famous white supremacist and becomes embroiled in a political conspiracy that threatens the very foundations of American democracy. An actor, playwright and director, Domingo is best known for his roles as Victor Strand in Fear the Walking Dead, Bayard Rustin in Rustin and Ali in Euphoria, for which he won an Emmy Award. Domingo also stars in awards contenders Sing Sing, The Color Purple (2023) and Candyman (2021), and earlier this year produced the delightful Netflix sci-fi thriller It’s What’s Inside.

Marsha Stephanie Blake as Elena Daniels

Emmy-nominated actress Marsha Stephanie Blake plays Elena Daniels, Muncie’s tough and resourceful ex-wife. Blake is best known for her Emmy and Critics Choice-nominated portrayal of Linda McCray in “When They See Us,” as well as her role as Berdie Rogers in “Orange Is the New Black,” and in films such as “The Laundromat,” “The Photograph” and “The Photograph” are known as “An American Pickle.”

John Ortiz as Franco Quiñones

John Ortiz plays Franco Quiñones, a hardened FBI agent determined to expose the shady dealings of billionaire Stu Magnusson, who he believes is involved in Muncie’s actions. With over 70 credits on his resume, Ortiz is known for many, many roles including “Silver Linings Playbook,” “American Gangster,” “Miami Vice” and “Fast & Furious” and more recently “Bad Monkey” and “Will Trent.” .”

Tamsin Topolski as Lucie Simon

Tamsin Topolski plays Lucie Simon, the estranged wife of Mark Simon, the white supremacist whose murder triggers Muncie’s nightmare. Eager to break away from her husband’s violent legacy and the hate group The Forge, Lucie teams up with Muncie and Franco to help uncover the conspiracy. Topolski’s previous works include Penny Dreadful, Call the Midwife, Slow Horses and The Diplomat.

Thaddeus J. Mixson as Demetrius Daniels

Thaddeus J. Mixson plays Demetrius Daniels, Muncie’s teenage son, who struggles to connect with his father while living apart from his mother. Mixson is best known for his appearances in Reasonable Doubt, Creed III and Candy Cane Lane.

Gabrielle Graham as Kallie Daniels

Gabrielle Graham plays Kallie Daniels, Muncie’s headstrong and independent daughter from a previous relationship. Graham is best known for her roles in Twenties, Possessor and In the Shadow of the Moon.

Bradley Whitford as Stu Magnusson

Bradley Whitford plays Stu Magnusson, the powerful billionaire who turns out to be the prime suspect in the conspiracy. Three-time Emmy winner Whitford has an impressive resume and is best known for “The West Wing,” “Transparent,” “The Handmaid’s Tale,” “Get Out” and “Cabin in the Woods.”