Summary
Netflix’sSupacellhas received rave critical reviews upon release, bringing deserved attention to its impressive and varied cast. Although part of the popular superhero subgenre,Supacellpushes boundaries with its sly social commentary and subversive approach to conventions, centering on some atypical heroes. The result is a show that has both impressed critics and engaged viewers worldwide.
Supacell’s basic premise revolves around a mysterious occurrence in the British capital, London. A seemingly ordinary group of people suddenly develops superpowers overnight, turning their world upside down. At the time of writing, thestreamer’s superhero showholds a rare 100% rating on the review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, highlighting its positive reception. Although the show’s setup and storytelling are impressive, a huge aspect behind its success isSupacell’s cast and characters. Boasting a blend of established actors and total newcomers,Supacell’s cast list is as exciting and varied as its plot.
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Tosin Cole As Michael Lasaki
Date Of Birth: July 30, 2025
Actor:Born in New York, Tosin Cole moved to London at the age of eight. Having left school at 16 to pursue his dream of becoming an actor, Cole’s career has gone from strength to strength. Having begun his career with minor roles in British soap operas such asHollyoaksandHolby City, Cole has subsequently featured in shows ranging fromDoctor Whoto the American legal drama61st Street. His filmography also includes appearances inStar Wars: The Force AwakensandBob Marley: One Love.
61st Street
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Tyrone Downie
Character:Like many of the key characters inSupacell, Michael Lasaki is relatively normal, until the development of his superpowers. He is in a loving relationship with Dionne and lives in South London. However, his power enables him to perceive and manipulate time, giving him a glimpse into Dionne’s tragic fate. This compels Michael to take action, setting the main events ofSupacellin motion.
Adelayo Adedayo As Dionne
Date Of Birth: July 31, 2025
Actor:Born in London, Adedayo has had an active film and TV career since her screen debut in a 2007 episode of the British crime proceduralThe Bill. Although she has appeared in three feature films to date, the majority of her work has been in television. High-profile projects includeTimewasters(2017-19),The Capture, andThe Responder, in which she starred opposite Martin Freeman.
Adelayo Adedayo was nominated for a BAFTA for her performance inThe Responder.
The Responder
Rachael Hargreaves
Character:Michael’s partner and love interest, Dionne is key in setting the events ofSupacellin motion. Although the couple are committed to one another, Michael’s nascent powers cause a rift in the relationship – made more complicated by the fact that he can foresee her fate and takes drastic steps to try and prevent it. As a result, the couple soon find themselves on rocky ground as the story unfolds.
Nadine Mills As Sabrina
Date Of Birth: Unknown
Actor:Although she has been acting since 2011,Supacellis only Nadine Mills' second TV credit. Much of her previous work has been in film, with appearances in projects such asSable Fable,The Strangers, andThe Pay Day. Beforethe Netflix superhero series, she also featured in two episodes of the 2019 seriesSliced.
The Pay Day
Adrienne
Character:An NHS worker, Sabrina’s world is turned upside down by the discovery of her powers. Gifted with the ability to move objects with her mind, she soon discovers that there are both positives and negatives to her abilities. However, while she initially thinks that the powers are a curse, she eventually comes to accept them and use them to her advantage.
Eric Kofi-Abrefa As Andre
Date Of Birth: July 15, 2025
Actor:One of the most experienced members of theSupacellcast, Kofi-Abrefa has over 40 short-film, movie, and TV credits to his name – including some major Hollywood productions. Although he has minor credits in projects such asJurassic World: Fallen KingdomandFury, he is best known for his work in the TV seriesHarlots,The One, andBMF, as well as a supporting role in the acclaimed movieBlue Story.
BMF
Lamar Silas
Character:In many ways, Andre has the most tragic arc of all the characters to develop superpowers inSupacell. Struggling to provide for his young son, Andre finds it difficult to find work thanks to a prior criminal conviction. As a result, he is conflicted about how best to use his gift of super strength – aware that it could both relieve his troubles and compromise his principles.
Calvin Demba As Rodney
Date Of Birth: 1993 (Month Unknown)
Actor:Much like hisSupacellcostar Tosin Cole, Demba rose to prominence thanks to his recurring role on the British soap opera,Hollyoaks. After appearing in more than 80 episodes of the show, Demba has since expanded his career to include movies and further TV credits. Highlights include appearances inKingsman: The Golden Circle,Yardie, andLast Christmas, as well as the BBC dramaLife.
Life
Andy Okonkwo
Character:One of the most mischievous of theSupacellcharacters to receive powers, Rodney also struggles with the temptation to use his abilities for personal gain. Gifted with super-speed, he is capable of moving almost impossibly fast – potentially extremely useful for someone with Rodney’s street-smarts. However, while he is initially selfish, Rodney soon discovers something about power and responsibility.
Eddie Marsan As Ray
Date Of Birth: July 02, 2025
Actor:Probably the most recognizable member of theSupacellcast, Eddie Marsan has enjoyed an extremely successful and distinguished career. Starting with minor roles in classic British TV series likeThe BillandEastenders, Marsan has since graduated to Hollywood, with credits such as Guy Ritchie’sSherlock Holmesmovies and Edgar Wright’sThe World’s End. He has also continued his TV career, featuring in projects likeRay DonovanandThe Power.
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Mitch Winehouse
Character:Ray is perhaps the most mysterious character inSupacell. An enigmatic figure, he is seen observing and monitoring the new heroes from afar, with seemingly little direct involvement. However, as the story develops, it becomes clear that he has more than a passing interest in the new status quo.
Yasmin Monet Prince As Veronica
Date Of Birth: June 01, 2025
Actor:Following her debut in the successful TV movieEllen, Monet Prince has appeared in multiple major productions. Her most prominent roles to date have probably come in the Amazon Prime Video seriesHanna, in which she appeared as Clara Mahan. Viewers may also recognize the London-born star from the British romantic comedy movieBoxing Day, as well as the thriller seriesThen You Run.
Then You Run
Ruth
Character:Although she doesn’t have superpowers of her own, Veronica is hugely important as a motivating factor for Sabrina in the story. As her sister, she struggles to grasp the true implications of Sabrina’s gifts. However, she also serves as an important reminder that each of the new heroes has their own complex personal lives.
Supacell Supporting Cast & Characters
Josh Tedeku as Tazer:Despite only starting acting in 2019, Josh Tedeku has built up an impressive resume, including the TV seriesBoardersandA Town Called Malice.
Rayxia Ojo as Sharleen:Aside from an appearance in the 2016 short filmMedium of Exchangeand a 2019 episode of popular British dramaCall The Midwife,Supacellis Ojo’s first major appearance.
Giacomo Mancini as Spud:29-year-old Mancini has previously featured in hit British series such asTop BoyandRipper Street.
Michael Salami as Gabriel:Born in America and raised in London, Salami’s credits includeTemple,Just A Couple, andHollyoaks, as well asSupacell.
