Meet the Cast of Netflix’s Thriller Miniseries ‘Below’ (with Pictures)

Netflix has unveiled the ensemble cast for the upcoming Canadian thriller miniseries ‘Below‘, created by Jesse McKeown. Set in the remote coastal town of Snook’s Arm, Newfoundland, the story follows a community facing terror from a mysterious sea creature. The production brings together a blend of established international stars and prominent Canadian talent to bring the maritime suspense tale to life. Here is a look at the confirmed cast and the characters they portray in the project.

Josh Hartnett

Josh Hartnett leads the cast as Calvin Penney, a hard-bitten fisherman determined to protect his family and community from an emerging aquatic threat. The actor is widely recognized for his roles in feature films such as ‘Black Hawk Down’, ‘Pearl Harbor’, and ‘Oppenheimer’. He also received critical acclaim for headlining the gothic television series ‘Penny Dreadful’ and starring in the psychological thriller ‘Trap’. In ‘Below’, his character serves as the central anchor navigating the perils threatening the isolated Newfoundland town.

Mackenzie Davis

Mackenzie Davis joins the ensemble as Fonda Howander. The Canadian actress gained widespread recognition for her starring role in the drama series ‘Halt and Catch Fire’. Her film credits include prominent parts in ‘Blade Runner 2049’, ‘The Martian’, and ‘Terminator: Dark Fate’. She also headlined the post-apocalyptic miniseries ‘Station Eleven’ as Kirsten Raymonde. In ‘Below’, Davis brings her experience in dramatic and science fiction storytelling to the coastal mystery.

Charlie Heaton

Charlie Heaton portrays Wade Penney, the son of Calvin Penney. The English actor rose to global prominence for his portrayal of Jonathan Byers in the hit series ‘Stranger Things’. His film repertoire includes roles in the psychological horror film ‘Marrowbone’ and the superhero feature ‘The New Mutants’. He also appeared in Joanna Hogg’s acclaimed drama ‘The Souvenir Part II’.

Natasha Henstridge

Natasha Henstridge stars as Jan in the upcoming thriller miniseries. The Canadian actress achieved breakout international fame with her leading role in the science-fiction film ‘Species’. She went on to appear in major comedy and action productions including ‘The Whole Nine Yards’ and ‘Ghosts of Mars’. Henstridge has also maintained an extensive television career with regular roles on series such as ‘Eli Stone’ and ‘The Secret Circle’.

Joshua Close

Joshua Close appears in the miniseries as Officer Jaxon Noseworthy. The Canadian actor has built a prolific screen career with appearances in the anthology series ‘Fargo’ and the historical drama ‘The Pacific’. On the big screen, he was featured in director Paul Thomas Anderson’s drama ‘The Master’ and the crime thriller ‘Kill the Messenger’. His television portfolio also includes recurring guest appearances on dramas such as ‘The Blacklist’ and ‘Person of Interest’.

Rohan Campbell

Rohan Campbell plays the role of Jay Penney in the Newfoundland-set narrative. He is best known for starring as Frank Hardy in the mystery adaptation series ‘The Hardy Boys’. The Canadian actor also gained notice in the horror genre by portraying Corey Cunningham in ‘Halloween Ends’. Additionally, Campbell has appeared in recurring capacities on television series including ‘Virgin River’ and ‘Snowpiercer’.

Willow Kean

Willow Kean portrays Ruth Penney, a member of the central Penney household facing the coastal crisis. The Newfoundland native is an accomplished stage actress and writer who has contributed extensively to Canadian regional theater. Her on-screen credits include appearances in the Canadian comedy film ‘The Grand Seduction’ and the detective series ‘Hudson & Rex’. Her involvement in ‘Below’ brings authentic regional experience to the production set in her home province.

Ruby Stokes

Ruby Stokes is cast as Mary Penney in the miniseries. The British actress gained early recognition playing Francesca Bridgerton in the historical drama series ‘Bridgerton’. She subsequently took on the lead role of Lucy Carlyle in the supernatural adventure series ‘Lockwood & Co.’. Stokes also earned critical praise for her performance in the British drama film ‘Rocks’.

Kaleb Horn

Kaleb Horn portrays Noah, one of the residents caught in the escalating events in Snook’s Arm. The actor previously worked alongside co-star Rohan Campbell on the television mystery series ‘The Hardy Boys’. His other film and television credits include roles in the dark comedy feature ‘The Kid Detective’ and the thriller ‘Run’. In ‘Below’, Horn adds to the ensemble of townspeople coping with the mysterious aquatic threat.

Mary Walsh

Mary Walsh takes on the role of Linda in the miniseries. Walsh is a celebrated Canadian performer, comedian, and writer from St. John’s, Newfoundland. She is widely known for co-creating and starring in the satirical sketch series ‘This Hour Has 22 Minutes’ and the comedy series ‘Codco’. She has also appeared in notable Canadian films including ‘Mambo Italiano’ and ‘The Grand Seduction’. Her presence in the cast reinforces the project’s Newfoundland cultural setting.

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