About Penny Dreadful
- Released on May 11, 2014
In the captivating series "Penny Dreadful," a plethora of literary horror's most iconic characters are brought to life, masterfully portrayed by a talented cast. The enigmatic Eva Green takes on the role of Vanessa Ives, a woman with a dark past and a deep connection to the supernatural. Josh Hartnett brings to life Ethan Chandler, a charming American with a mysterious past and a knack for hunting the unknown.
The series is set in the fog-laden streets of Victorian London, where the characters of Dr. Frankenstein, Dorian Gray, and iconic figures from the novel Dracula lurk in the shadows. These classic horror origin stories are woven together in a chilling psychological thriller that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. The show explores the complex and often terrifying world of the supernatural, as the characters grapple with their own inner demons and the very real threats that surround them.
"Penny Dreadful" is not for the faint of heart, as it delves into the darkest corners of the human psyche and the unknown world of the supernatural. The show is a true masterpiece of horror, combining elements of classic literature with modern storytelling to create a truly unique and terrifying viewing experience. Whether you're a fan of the original works or simply looking for a new and exciting horror series, "Penny Dreadful" is sure to leave you both thrilled and chilled.
Main Cast of Penny Dreadful
Eva Green plays Vanessa Ives (27 episodes)
Eva Gaëlle Green, born July 6th 1980, is a French actress and model. She started her career in theatre before making ...
See Eva Green's other roles →Josh Hartnett plays Ethan Chandler (27 episodes)
Joshua Daniel "Josh" Hartnett (born July 21, 1978) is an American actor and producer. He first came to audiences' at...
See Josh Hartnett's other roles →Timothy Dalton plays Sir Malcolm Murray (27 episodes)
Timothy Peter Dalton (born 21 March 1946) is a Welsh actor of film and television.He is known for portraying James Bo...
See Timothy Dalton's other roles →Harry Treadaway plays Dr. Victor Frankenstein (27 episodes)
Harry John Newman Treadaway (born 10 September 1984) is an English actor known for his performances as Victor Franken...
See Harry Treadaway's other roles →Reeve Carney plays Dorian Gray (27 episodes)
Rory Kinnear plays John Clare / The Creature (27 episodes)
Rory Kinnear (born 17 February 1978) is an English actor and playwright who has worked with the Royal Shakespeare Com...
See Rory Kinnear's other roles →Billie Piper plays Lily / Brona Croft (27 episodes)
Billie Paul Piper (born Lianne Piper, 22 September 1982, in Swindon, Wiltshire) is an English singer and actress. She...
See Billie Piper's other roles →Danny Sapani plays Sembene (18 episodes)
Danny Sapani is a British-Ghanaian actor. He is best known for appearing in Misfits, Doctor Who, Penny Dreadful, The ...
See Danny Sapani's other roles →Simon Russell Beale plays Ferdinand Lyle (14 episodes)
Sir Simon Russell Beale CBE (born 12 January 1961) is an English actor. He is known for his appearances in film, tele...
See Simon Russell Beale's other roles →Secondary Cast of Penny Dreadful
Helen McCrory plays Madame Kali (12 episodes)
Helen McCrory (August 17, 1968 - April 16, 2021) was an English actress. She portrayed Cherie Blair in both the 2006 ...
See Helen McCrory's other roles →Wes Studi plays Kaetenay (9 episodes)
Wesley "Wes" Studi (born December 17, 1947) is an American Cherokee actor, who has earned notability for his portraya...
See Wes Studi's other roles →Patti LuPone plays Joan Clayton (1 episode) , Dr. Seward (9 episodes)
Patti Ann LuPone (born April 21, 1949) is an American actress and singer, who is best known for her work in stage mus...
See Patti LuPone's other roles →Alex Price plays Proteus (4 episodes)
Alex Price is a British actor who has appeared in various television programmes including Being Human, Merlin and Doc...
See Alex Price's other roles →Mary Murray plays Woman #1 (1 episode)
Owen Roe plays Colonel Brewster (1 episode)
Owen Roe was born on May 30, 1959 and is currently 64 years old.
See Owen Roe's other roles →Gus Barry plays Young Victor (1 episode)
Olivia Fahy plays Cowgirl (1 episode)
Aoife Quinn plays Somnolent Woman (1 episode)
Alun Armstrong plays Vincent Brand (1 episode)
Amy De Bhrún plays Prostitute (1 episode)
Amy De Bhrún was born on April 22, 1984 and is currently 40 years old.
See Amy De Bhrún's other roles →Jade Yourell plays Lady Roxbury (1 episode)
Michael O'Flaherty plays Police Sergeant (1 episode)
Mary Stockley plays Caroline (1 episode)
Gail Fitzpatrick plays Tavern Woman (1 episode)
Hannah Tointon plays Maud Gunneson (1 episode)
Leticia Dolera plays Lady at the Séance (uncredited) (1 episode)
Tamsin Topolski plays Lavinia Putney (5 episodes)
Pagan McGrath plays Gladys' Maid (1 episode)
Noah Jupe plays Charles Chandler (1 episode)
Jack Hickey plays Junior Inspector (11 episodes)
Jack Hickey was born on November 21, 1989 and is currently 34 years old.
See Jack Hickey's other roles →Elif Knight plays Beggar Woman (1 episode)
Sebastian Croft plays Boy Familar (1 episode) , Boy Familiar (3 episodes)
Sebastian Theodore Kemble Croft is a British actor. He began his career as a child actor on stage before making his t...
See Sebastian Croft's other roles →Bobby Aherne plays Theatre Heckler / Rat-baiting Referee (1 episode)
Jessica Barden plays Justine (6 episodes)
Perdita Weeks plays Catriona Hartdegen (4 episodes)
Douglas Hodge plays Bartholomew Rusk (13 episodes)
Douglas Hodge is an English actor, director, and musician who trained for the stage at the Royal Academy of Dramatic ...
See Douglas Hodge's other roles →Sarah Greene plays Hecate Poole (13 episodes)
Sarah Greene (born 24 July 1984) is an Irish actress and singer. She is best known for portraying Lorraine Waldron i...
See Sarah Greene's other roles →Brian Cox plays Jared Talbot (2 episodes)
Brian Denis Cox, CBE (born 1 June 1946) is a Scottish actor. He is known for his work with the Royal Shakespeare Com...
See Brian Cox's other roles →Shazad Latif plays Dr. Henry Jekyll (8 episodes)
Samuel Barnett plays Renfield (7 episodes)
Christian Camargo plays Dr. Alexander Sweet (7 episodes)
David Haig plays Oscar Putney (1 episode)
Ruth Gemmell plays Octavia Putney (5 episodes)
Ruth Katrin Gemmell (born October 1967) is a British actress. She is known for portraying the role of Lady Violet Bri...
See Ruth Gemmell's other roles →Nicole O'Neill plays Witch #1 (5 episodes)
Olivia Chenery plays Witch #2 (5 episodes)
Charlotte Beckett plays Beautiful Witch (1 episode)
Noni Stapleton plays Gladys Murray (4 episodes)
Morgan C. Jones plays Broker (1 episode)
David Haig plays Oscar Putney (4 episodes)
Stephen Lord plays Warren Roper (3 episodes)
Jonny Beauchamp plays Angelique (2 episodes)
Dave Curry plays Father (1 episode)
Aideen Wylde plays Mother (1 episode)
Rachael Dowling plays Dress Shop Owner (1 episode)
Graham Butler plays Peter (2 episodes)
Amber Fernée plays Clare Chandler (1 episode)
Crew of Penny Dreadful
Discover the backstage crew of Penny Dreadful →- Helen McCrory
- Wes Studi
- Patti LuPone
- Alex Price
- Mary Murray
- Owen Roe
- Gus Barry
- Olivia Fahy
- Aoife Quinn
- Alun Armstrong
- Amy De Bhrún
- Jade Yourell
- Michael O'Flaherty
- Mary Stockley
- Gail Fitzpatrick
- Hannah Tointon
- Leticia Dolera
- Tamsin Topolski
- Pagan McGrath
- Noah Jupe
- Jack Hickey
- Elif Knight
- Sebastian Croft
- Bobby Aherne
- Jessica Barden
- Perdita Weeks
- Douglas Hodge
- Sarah Greene
- Brian Cox
- Shazad Latif
- Samuel Barnett
- Christian Camargo
- David Haig
- Ruth Gemmell
- Nicole O'Neill
- Olivia Chenery
- Charlotte Beckett
- Noni Stapleton
- Morgan C. Jones
- Stephen Lord
- Jonny Beauchamp
- Dave Curry
- Aideen Wylde
- Rachael Dowling
- Graham Butler
- Amber Fernée