Meet the Cast of Netflix’s ‘Allen’ (with Pictures)

The Australian live-action science-fiction comedy ‘Allen‘ brings an imaginative extraterrestrial adventure to Netflix, produced by the Emmy and BAFTA-winning creative team at Ludo Studio behind ‘Bluey’. Co-directed by Daley Pearson and Jeffrey Walker, the Queensland-set film follows Petey, a man who has spent two decades mourning the sudden disappearance of his childhood alien best friend.

When the extraterrestrial visitor unexpectedly returns with a world-altering revelation, Petey and his community are thrust into an extraordinary reunion that balances heartfelt emotion with suburban chaos. The production brings together an expansive ensemble of established Australian performers, acclaimed child actors, and recognizable local talent to bring the nostalgic narrative to life.

T.J. Power

T.J. Power leads the cast of ‘Allen’ as Petey, a man struggling to move on twenty years after his childhood extraterrestrial companion disappeared without saying goodbye. When the alien visitor unexpectedly returns carrying a secret capable of altering the world, Petey must confront his emotional stagnation and finally mature to help save the day. The Australian actor gained wide recognition for his portrayal of Adam in the popular television comedy-drama series ‘Offspring’. His extensive screen resume also features notable roles in feature films such as ‘The Sapphires’ and ‘Eat Pray Love’.

Charlotte Nicdao

Charlotte Nicdao plays Carly, a core confidante from Petey’s youth who becomes caught up in the chaotic aftermath of the extraterrestrial reunion. She is widely known to international audiences for her starring performance as game developer Poppy Li in the critically acclaimed comedy series ‘Mythic Quest’. Nicdao has also appeared across Australian television with prominent roles in ‘Thou Shalt Not Steal’, ‘Please Like Me’, and ‘Content’. Beyond live-action productions, she has lent her vocal talents to animated projects including ‘The Strange Chores’ and ‘Adventure Time: Distant Lands’.

Josh Helman

Josh Helman portrays Jaden, completing the central trio of longtime friends navigating the bizarre developments surrounding the alien visitor. The Australian performer gained international prominence playing Slit in ‘Mad Max: Fury Road’ before returning to the cinematic universe in ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’. Superhero movie fans also recognize him for portraying a younger William Stryker in ‘X-Men: Days of Future Past’ and ‘X-Men: Apocalypse’. His extensive television credits include key roles in the acclaimed miniseries ‘The Pacific’ and the historical drama ‘Barkskins’.

Emily Barclay

Emily Barclay joins the cast as Sarah, navigating the emotional and practical fallout of the extraterrestrial’s unexpected reappearance. Barclay earned critical acclaim early in her career for her performances in independent films such as ‘In My Father’s Den’ and ‘Suburban Mayhem’. Australian television audiences know her for recurring parts in celebrated series like ‘Please Like Me’, ‘Glitch’, and ‘Sisters’. She also delivered an acclaimed supporting performance in the coming-of-age feature drama ‘Babyteeth’.

Benedict Hardie

Benedict Hardie portrays Rory, bringing a distinct comedic and dramatic dynamic to the group’s escalating interplanetary dilemma. Hardie is recognized for his memorable appearances in major genre films directed by Leigh Whannell, including ‘Upgrade’ and ‘The Invisible Man’. His filmography also includes roles in high-profile feature films such as Mel Gibson’s ‘Hacksaw Ridge’ and Derek Cianfrance’s ‘The Light Between Oceans’. On television, the Australian actor and writer has contributed to productions such as ‘The Commons’ and ‘Secret City’.

Elijah Tamati

Elijah Tamati features in the science-fiction comedy as Cameron, adding youthful energy to the storyline. The young performer voiced the role of Young Wulf in the animated fantasy feature ‘The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim’. Tamati also secured prominent film roles as Brian Collins in the road-trip drama ‘Holy Days’ and Finn in the thriller ‘Deep Water’. In television, he expanded his screen experience with an appearance in the fantasy series ‘Sweet Tooth’.

Edward A O’Sullivan

Edward A O’Sullivan portrays Young Petey, establishing the character’s formative friendship with the alien creature in the film’s nostalgic flashback sequences. His performance anchors the emotional weight of Petey’s childhood loss, explaining why the protagonist remained stuck in the past for two decades. Represented by the Melbourne agency Centre Stage, the young actor has steadily built his professional profile across Australian screen productions. His television resume includes an appearance in the domestic drama series ‘The Family Next Door’.

Christopher Sommers

Christopher Sommers portrays Deputy Officer Gary Foots, representing local law enforcement dealing with unprecedented community disturbances. A graduate of the Queensland University of Technology, Sommers has appeared in prominent films such as ‘The Water Diviner’ and ‘Predestination’. His filmography also includes Baz Luhrmann’s musical biopic ‘Elvis’ and the fantasy feature ‘The Portable Door’. Alongside television roles in series like ‘The Bureau of Magical Things’, Sommers operates The Factory Acting Studio in Brisbane as a screen director and acting coach.

Chaydon Jay

Chaydon Jay features as Roy, adding to the ensemble of colorful local characters caught up in the story. The young actor achieved a major career breakthrough when director Baz Luhrmann cast him as Young Elvis in the biographical film ‘Elvis’. That high-profile performance launched his career on the world stage alongside Austin Butler and Tom Hanks. Jay has continued developing his screen presence with roles in independent Australian feature films including ‘Two Ugly People’ and ‘Chromatic’.

Perry Mooney

Perry Mooney portrays Deputy Officer #2, serving as part of the regional police department tasked with investigating strange town phenomena. A Yuwi actor and model from Queensland, Mooney has emerged as a distinct talent across modern Australian screen productions. She garnered widespread praise for starring as Cassie Crick alongside Ben Feldman in the mystery-comedy series ‘Population 11’. Her screen credits also include the historical comedy series ‘Gold Diggers’ and the tropical noir series ‘Troppo’.

Daniel Tuiara

Daniel Tuiara steps into the role of Deputy Officer #3, bringing authority and physical screen presence to the local police unit. With extensive professional experience in both acting and stunt work, Tuiara has contributed to high-profile film and television productions in Australasia. He has appeared on international television in the science-fiction adventure series ‘La Brea’ and the Australian crime drama ‘Troppo’. Tuiara also appeared in the critically acclaimed Australian coming-of-age drama series ‘Boy Swallows Universe’.

Josephine Flynn

Josephine Flynn completes the uniformed police roster as Deputy Officer #4, responding to the escalating neighborhood confusion. Flynn is a Queensland-based theatre manager and screen actress who has performed across a variety of episodic television and cinematic projects. She appeared as a broadcast reporter in the true-story nautical feature ‘True Spirit’. Her television credits include appearances on popular Australian drama series such as ‘Harrow’ and the dark comedy series ‘The End’.

Scarlett Crabtree

Scarlett Crabtree portrays the Sobbing Daughter, delivering an amusing comedic beat amid the community’s frantic reactions to the extraterrestrial presence. Born on the Gold Coast, the young actress began securing prominent film roles early in her performing career. She portrayed the character Ellie Baker in the Australian thriller feature ‘Runner’. Crabtree was also cast in the Rebel Wilson-directed musical comedy production ‘The Deb’.

Shakira Forstpointner

Shakira Forstpointner features as the Delivery Driver, an everyday worker who stumbles across the bizarre events unfolding in the area. In addition to her on-screen acting appearances, Forstpointner works actively behind the camera as an independent director and writer. She penned and directed the independent drama short film ‘Wake Me’. Her performance credits across Queensland screen productions also include appearances in the independent features ‘Chromatic’ and ‘Enmeshed’.

Danny Kim

Danny Kim plays Jim, contributing to the comedic and heartfelt human dynamic of the ensemble. The Australian actor trained at the National Institute of Dramatic Art before making prominent breakthroughs on national television. He earned critical attention for playing the neurodivergent scientist Erik in the arachnid creature feature ‘Sting’. Kim also starred on television as Detective Sam Che in the psychological crime drama series ‘Critical Incident’.

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