Meet the Cast of Netflix’s Crime Thriller ‘Animals’ (with Pictures)

The upcoming Netflix crime thriller ‘Animals‘ is directed by Ben Affleck, who also co-wrote the screenplay alongside Connor O. McIntyre and Billy Ray. The story centers on Los Angeles mayoral candidate Mark Kimball and his wife, who are thrust into a desperate race against time when their son is kidnapped.

With their financial resources depleted by the political campaign, the couple is forced to enter dangerous moral territory to raise the ransom money before time runs out. The project brings together an accomplished ensemble of acclaimed actors and rising talent across film and television.

Ben Affleck

Ben Affleck stars as Mark Kimball, a Los Angeles mayoral candidate whose life is upended by a sudden family crisis. In addition to leading the cast, Affleck directs ‘Animals’ from a script he co-wrote with Connor O. McIntyre and Billy Ray. The filmmaker has previously directed award-winning features, including ‘Gone Baby Gone’, ‘The Town’, and ‘Argo’. His multifaceted role on this project marks another major directorial effort in the crime thriller genre.

Kerry Washington

Kerry Washington portrays Abigail Kimball, the wife of the mayoral candidate confronting the abduction of their child. Her character is forced to navigate perilous circumstances alongside her husband to secure the ransom funds in time. Washington earned widespread critical acclaim and multiple award nominations for her leading role as Olivia Pope in ‘Scandal’. She has also starred in prominent feature films such as ‘Django Unchained’, ‘Ray’, and ‘American Son’.

Gillian Anderson

Gillian Anderson joins the ensemble cast of ‘Animals’ as Dayle Burton. The acclaimed performer brings a long history of prestigious television and film roles to the production. Anderson is internationally recognized for portraying FBI Special Agent Dana Scully in the science-fiction series ‘The X-Files’. She has also received widespread recognition for her performances in ‘The Crown’, ‘The Fall’, and ‘Sex Education’.

Steven Yeun

Steven Yeun appears in the crime thriller portraying the character Sam Allison. Yeun initially gained worldwide attention for his breakout role as Glenn Rhee on ‘The Walking Dead’. He earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for his performance in the feature film ‘Minari’. He recently earned an Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award for his starring performance in ‘Beef’.

Luis Gerardo Méndez

Luis Gerardo Méndez features in the cast in the role of Ramon. The Mexican actor established an international following through his lead role in the comedy-drama series ‘Club de Cuervos’. His film credits include roles in studio releases such as ‘Murder Mystery’, ‘Charlie’s Angels’, and ‘Me Time’. Méndez has also showcased his dramatic range in the acclaimed crime series ‘Narcos: Mexico’.

Adriana Paz

Adriana Paz portrays Cecilia Trujillo in the upcoming crime film. Paz is an accomplished Mexican actress who has earned multiple Ariel Awards for her cinematic performances. She has appeared in prominent international productions, including the James Bond film ‘Spectre’ and the musical crime film ‘Emilia Pérez’. Her television credits include a prominent role in the popular Spanish thriller series ‘Vis a vis’.

Ray Fisher

Ray Fisher portrays Ron Sperling in the ensemble crime thriller. Fisher is widely known for portraying Victor Stone, also known as Cyborg, in the superhero film ‘Zack Snyder’s Justice League’. The project marks a reunion for Fisher and Ben Affleck, who previously shared the screen in major DC films. Fisher has also appeared in dramatic television projects, including the third season of ‘True Detective’.

Christopher Woodley

Christopher Woodley plays Denny Kimball, the kidnapped son of Mark and Abigail Kimball. His character’s sudden disappearance serves as the inciting incident that drives the central conflict of the plot. The abduction forces the protagonist parents to compromise their morality to raise the necessary ransom money. Woodley’s role places the young performer at the heart of the movie’s high-stakes narrative.

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