Cast and Crew of Firefly

Firefly

Set in the year 2517, 'Firefly' is a captivating science fiction series that takes place in a new star system after humans have settled there. The show revolves around the adventures of the Serenity, a spaceship classified as a "Firefly-class" vessel. This spaceship is not your ordinary spacecraft; it's a renegade vessel, which adds an exciting element of unpredictability to the series.

The crew of Serenity is a diverse and fascinating group of nine individuals, each with their unique backgrounds, skills, and personalities. The captain of this motley crew is Mal Reynolds, played by the talented Nathan Fillion. Mal is a former soldier who fought on the losing side of a civil war, which adds a layer of complexity to his character. He's a leader who's not afraid to bend the rules to protect his crew and his ship.

Another key member of the Serenity crew is Zoë Washburne, portrayed by the skilled actress Gina Torres. Zoë served alongside Mal in the war and is his second-in-command on the ship. She's a fierce warrior and a loyal friend, making her an integral part of the crew. The dynamic between Mal and Zoë, forged in the heat of battle, is one of the many intriguing relationships that make 'Firefly' a must-watch for fans of character-driven science fiction.

Firefly ran for 2 seasons.

Main Cast of Firefly

Nathan Fillion as Mal Reynolds

Nathan Fillion

as Mal Reynolds (11 episodes)
Nathan Fillion's portrayal of Captain Malcolm "Mal" Reynolds in the tv series 'Firefly' is truly a standout performance that has left a lasting impression on audiences. Fillion brings a unique blend of rugged charisma, humor, and vulnerability to the character, making Mal an endearing anti-hero. He skillfully navigates the complexities of Mal's backstory, capturing the essence of a man who is deeply affected by his past, yet determined to forge his own path. Fillion's performance is a testament to his versatility as an actor and it is no surprise that Mal Reynolds has become an iconic character in the science fiction genre, cementing Fillion's status as a fan favorite.
Gina Torres as Zoë Washburne

Gina Torres

as Zoë Washburne (11 episodes)
Gina Torres delivers a commanding performance as Zoë Washburne in Joss Whedon's cult classic television series, Firefly. As a former soldier turned loyal second-in-command aboard the spaceship Serenity, Torres exudes a quiet strength and intensity that instantly sets her apart. Her chemistry with co-star Nathan Fillion, who plays Captain Malcolm Reynolds, is undeniable, as they depict a deep-rooted bond formed by shared wartime experiences. With her no-nonsense attitude, steadfast devotion to her husband—the charismatic pilot Hoban "Wash" Washburne, and innate ability to maintain order amongst a diverse crew, Torres effortlessly embodies the multifaceted warrior woman who has captured fans' hearts and helped solidify Firefly's enduring legacy.
Alan Tudyk as Hoban Washburne

Alan Tudyk

as Hoban Washburne (11 episodes)
Alan Tudyk's portrayal of Hoban "Wash" Washburne in the TV series "Firefly" is a standout performance that expertly blends humor, authenticity, and heart. As the ship's lovable and highly skilled pilot, Tudyk infuses Wash with an irresistible charm and wit, effortlessly delivering the character's quick-witted banter and comical one-liners. However, Tudyk also impressively displays Wash's deep emotional layers, capturing his unwavering loyalty to those he cares about and the strength of his relationship with his wife, Zoe. This performance not only makes Wash one of the most endearing characters in the series but also one of the most memorable in Tudyk's illustrious career.
Morena Baccarin as Inara Serra

Morena Baccarin

as Inara Serra (11 episodes)
Morena Baccarin's portrayal of Inara Serra in the television series 'Firefly' is undeniably captivating and adds a layer of complexity and sophistication to the show. Her character, a Companion - a futuristic blend of courtesan, consultant, and therapist - offers a unique perspective on societal norms and personal relationships in the 'Verse. Baccarin's performance is compelling, as she balances Inara's grace and intelligence with an underlying vulnerability and longing for genuine connections. Her on-screen chemistry with the rest of the cast, particularly with Nathan Fillion's Captain Malcolm Reynolds, is filled with subtlety and nuance, adding a poignant and tension-filled dimension to the show's narrative.
Adam Baldwin as Jayne Cobb

Adam Baldwin

as Jayne Cobb (11 episodes)
Adam Baldwin's portrayal of Jayne Cobb in the cult classic TV series 'Firefly' is a standout example of his exceptional acting abilities. Baldwin breathes life into this complex character, skillfully balancing Jayne's rough exterior with subtle hints of vulnerability. His comedic timing and delivery of Jayne's often hilarious and memorable lines add an extra layer of charm to the role. Despite Jayne being known for his mercenary ways and questionable morals, Baldwin's performance makes him an endearing and intriguing character that fans of the show can’t help but love.
Jewel Staite as Kaylee Frye

Jewel Staite

as Kaylee Frye (11 episodes)
Jewel Staite's portrayal of Kaylee Frye in "Firefly" is nothing short of delightful. As the ship's quirky and lovable mechanic, Staite brings a refreshing warmth and sincerity to the role, making Kaylee the heart and soul of Serenity's crew. Her genuine enthusiasm and unwavering optimism perfectly balance out the show's more serious themes, captivating viewers and adding depth to her character. It's impossible not to sympathize with Kaylee's sweet nature and root for her romance with Dr. Simon Tam. Overall, Staite's performance as Kaylee is a standout in the ensemble cast, creating a character that remains a fan favorite even after the show's untimely cancellation.
Sean Maher as Simon Tam

Sean Maher

as Simon Tam (11 episodes)

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Summer Glau as River Tam

Summer Glau

as River Tam (11 episodes)

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Ron Glass as Derrial Book

Ron Glass

as Derrial Book (11 episodes)

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Secondary Cast of Firefly

Damion Poitier as Henchman

Damion Poitier

as Henchman (1 episode)

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Tom Towles as Lund

Tom Towles

as Lund (1 episode)
Andrew Bryniarski as Crow

Andrew Bryniarski

as Crow (1 episode)
Gregg Henry as Sheriff Bourne

Gregg Henry

as Sheriff Bourne (1 episode)

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Doug Savant as Commander Harken

Doug Savant

as Commander Harken (1 episode)

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Branden Morgan as Survivor

Branden Morgan

as Survivor (1 episode)

Lancer Dean Shull

as Radio Operator (1 episode)
Benito Martinez as Boss

Benito Martinez

as Boss (1 episode)

Benito Martinez (born June 28, 1971) is an American actor most known for his role as police captain (later city counc...

Erik Passoja as Bree

Erik Passoja

as Bree (1 episode)

Bob Fimiani

as Elder Gommen (1 episode)
Daniel Bess as Mudder

Daniel Bess

as Mudder (1 episode)

Daniel Bess was born on October 8, 1977 and is currently 47 years old.

Kevin Gage as Stitch Hessian

Kevin Gage

as Stitch Hessian (1 episode)

Zachary Kranzler

as Fess Higgins (1 episode)
Edward Atterton as Atherton Wing

Edward Atterton

as Atherton Wing (1 episode)
Larry Drake as Sir Warwick Harrow

Larry Drake

as Sir Warwick Harrow (1 episode)

Carl Bresk

as Wright (1 episode)
Larry Pennell as Murphy

Larry Pennell

as Murphy (1 episode)
William Converse-Roberts as Gabriel Tam

William Converse-Roberts

as Gabriel Tam (1 episode)
John Thaddeus as Stark

John Thaddeus

as Stark (1 episode)

John Thaddeus was born on October 24, 1960 and is currently 64 years old.

Gary Werntz as Patron

Gary Werntz

as Patron (1 episode)

Andy Rolfes

as Marcus Grange / Older Grange (1 episode)

Matthew Ferreira

as Nathaniel Grange / Younger Grange (1 episode)
Blake Robbins as Agent McGuinness

Blake Robbins

as Agent McGuinness (1 episode)
Tom Virtue as Pompous Doctor

Tom Virtue

as Pompous Doctor (1 episode)

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Roma Chugani as Receiving Doctor

Roma Chugani

as Receiving Doctor (1 episode)
Katherine Kendall as The Councillor

Katherine Kendall

as The Councillor (1 episode)
Rolando Molina as Bolles

Rolando Molina

as Bolles (1 episode)

Rolando Molina was born on August 13, 1971 and is currently 53 years old.

Michael Bentt

as Viktor (1 episode)
Richard Brooks as Jubal Early

Richard Brooks

as Jubal Early (1 episode)

Richard Brooks is an American actor

Andy Umberger as Dortmunder Captain

Andy Umberger

as Dortmunder Captain (1 episode)

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Philip Sternberg

as Inara's Client (1 episode)
Colin Patrick Lynch as Radio Operator

Colin Patrick Lynch

as Radio Operator (1 episode)
Bonnie Bartlett as Patience

Bonnie Bartlett

as Patience (1 episode)

Bonnie Bartlett (born June 20, 1929) is an American actress.

Domingo Vara

as Ensign (1 episode)
Jeff Ricketts as Blue Glove Man #1

Jeff Ricketts

as Blue Glove Man #1 (1 episode) , Man (1 episode)
Dennis Cockrum as Other Man

Dennis Cockrum

as Other Man (1 episode) , Blue Glove Man #2 (1 episode)
Stephen O'Mahoney as Dortmunder Man

Stephen O'Mahoney

as Dortmunder Man (1 episode)

John F. Kearney

as Old Man (1 episode)
Gabrielle Wagner as Slave

Gabrielle Wagner

as Slave (1 episode)
Valerie Red-Horse as Deputy

Valerie Red-Horse

as Deputy (1 episode)
Lina Patel as Ensign

Lina Patel

as Ensign (1 episode)
Kevin Will as Officer

Kevin Will

as Officer (1 episode)
Eric Lange as Fed

Eric Lange

as Fed (1 episode)

Eric Lange is an actor and producer.

David Reynolds as Henchman

David Reynolds

as Henchman (1 episode)

Rene Hamilton

as Immigrant Woman (1 episode)

Michelle Ferrara

as Immigrant Woman #2 (1 episode)

Alex Stemkovsky

as Bandit (1 episode)

Alex Stemkovsky was born on June 27, 1971 and is currently 53 years old.

Clement Blake as Mudder Elder

Clement Blake

as Mudder Elder (1 episode)
John Jabaley as Bartender

John Jabaley

as Bartender (1 episode)

John Jabaley was born on February 20, 1969 and is currently 55 years old.

Jordan Lund as Foreman

Jordan Lund

as Foreman (1 episode)

Ronald Craig Williams

as Busker (1 episode)
Bob McCracken as Well-Dressed Man

Bob McCracken

as Well-Dressed Man (1 episode)
Laura Niemi as Woman

Laura Niemi

as Woman (1 episode)

Simon Brooke

as Prod (1 episode)
Michael McMillian as Younger Hopeful

Michael McMillian

as Younger Hopeful (1 episode)

Kim Onasch

as Banning (1 episode)
Janora McDuffie as Cabott

Janora McDuffie

as Cabott (1 episode)
Casey Piotrowski as Older Farmer

Casey Piotrowski

as Older Farmer (1 episode)

Hunter Cochran

as Younger Farmer (1 episode)
Roy Werner as Gentleman

Roy Werner

as Gentleman (1 episode)
Erica Tazel as Doralee

Erica Tazel

as Doralee (1 episode)

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Michael Nagy

as Particularly Dressed Man (1 episode)
Cate Cohen as Crash Team Nurse

Cate Cohen

as Crash Team Nurse (1 episode)

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Ira Steck

as Young Intern (1 episode)

Alex Connie

as Patient (1 episode)

John Dunn

as The Torturer (1 episode)
Skylar Roberge as Young River

Skylar Roberge

as Young River (1 episode)

Eddie Adams

as Bendis (1 episode)
Zac Efron as Young Simon

Zac Efron

as Young Simon (2 episodes)

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Melody White

as Bellydancer (uncredited) (1 episode)

Rick Williamson

as Bar Guy, Henchman (uncredited) (1 episode)

Jared Poe

as Ensign (1 episode)
Gary J. Wayton as Rebel Soldier (uncredited)

Gary J. Wayton

as Rebel Soldier (uncredited) (1 episode)

Heath Russell

as Background (uncredited) (1 episode)

Heather Crawford

as Mud Man (uncredited) (1 episode)

Tiffany Michelle

as Mudwoman (uncredited) (1 episode)

Lon Moriarty

as Mudder (uncredited) (1 episode)

Stephen Silberkraus

as Mud Farmer (uncredited) (1 episode)

Joshua Grenrock

as Porter (1 episode)
Joel Steingold as Head Cop

Joel Steingold

as Head Cop (1 episode)
Ron Ostrow as Commander

Ron Ostrow

as Commander (1 episode)

Morina Pierce

as Ruby (1 episode)

Kelli Wheeler

as Blue Sun Spokesmodel (uncredited) (1 episode)
Adam Pilver as Vanilla Husband (scenes deleted)

Adam Pilver

as Vanilla Husband (scenes deleted) (1 episode)

Johnny Shakespeare

as Torture Victim (1 episode)

Jason Van

as Man (1 episode)
Jamie McShane as Man

Jamie McShane

as Man (1 episode)

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Michael Keyes

as Sleeping Soldier (uncredited) (1 episode)
Greg Wendell Reid as Crying Soldier (uncredited)

Greg Wendell Reid

as Crying Soldier (uncredited) (1 episode)

Rabatan Salem

as Hoodlum (uncredited) (1 episode)

Brian J. Williams

as Two Fry (uncredited) (1 episode)

Gerard J. Reyes

as Bodyguard / Shopper (uncredited) (2 episodes)
Mark Sheppard as Badger

Mark Sheppard

as Badger (2 episodes)

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Steven Flynn as Captain Sash

Steven Flynn

as Captain Sash (1 episode)
Ilia Volok as Marco

Ilia Volok

as Marco (1 episode)

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Lyle Kanouse as Salesman

Lyle Kanouse

as Salesman (1 episode)

Lyle Kanouse was born on July 12, 1952 and is currently 72 years old.

Dax Griffin as Bester

Dax Griffin

as Bester (1 episode)
Roderick McCarthy as Lacey #1

Roderick McCarthy

as Lacey #1 (1 episode)

Roderick McCarthy was born on August 14, 1968 and is currently 56 years old.

Christina Hendricks as Saffron

Christina Hendricks

as Saffron (2 episodes)

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Crew of Firefly

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