The Diplomat: the cast of the Netflix show and where you've seen them before

Posted by Jenniffer Sheldon on Friday, April 5, 2024

Stars of the drama include Keri Russell and Rufus Sewell

    The Diplomat is Netflix's freshest show that is gripping viewers with its plot and brilliant cast. The eight-part series tells the story of Kate Wyler, a high-profile diplomat who moves her life across the pond to work at the heart of the British government.

    But as well as dealing with an intense job on the international stage, Kate finds herself also juggling her troubled marriage to a fellow diplomat. Those who have watched the show already will know Keri Russell leads the way as Kate – but what else has the star been in? Find out more about the cast ofbelow…

    WATCH: The official trailer for Netflix's The Diplomat

    Keri Russell – Kate Wyler

    As mentioned, Keri plays the lead role as Kate Wyler. Keri is no stranger to major TV roles and fans will probably recognize her from her stints in shows like and . More recently, she has appeared in the film, , and .

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    Rufus Sewell – Hal Wyler

    Hal Wyler is Kate's husband. Hal is a top US diplomat himself and is considered a highly influential figure in politics but can be ruthless in his ways. Hal is played by Rufus Sewell who also has many acting credits to his name. Just a few include, , , , and

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    David Gyasi – Austin Dennison

    Austin Dennison is the UK's foreign secretary who becomes a close confidante of Kate's when she moves to the UK to begin working in the British government. Austin is played by David Gyasi who has previously appeared in  , and

    Ato Essandoh – Stuart Hayford

    Stuart Hayford is Kate's deputy chief of mission at the US Embassy in London who accompanies her on every task and mission she finds herself involved with. The character is played by Ato Essandoh who viewers will recognize from TV shows like and and films such as and

    Rory Kinnear – PM Nicol Trowbridge

    Nicol Trowbridge is described as a "volatile" Prime Minister and leader of the Conversative party. He's played by Rory Kinnear who is an esteemed stage and screen actor. As well as his credits on screen, he has appeared in many productions with the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Royal National Theatre. His film credits include the James Bond films and ,  and , while his TV credits include , , and

    Michael McKean – President William Rayburn

    Playing the president of the United States, William Rayburn, is Michael McKean. The president in The Diplomat is described as competent and trying to place America on the world stage. Michael McKean has previously appared in Better Call Saul and Grace and Frankie.

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