Laura has it all: a glittering career, a loving husband, and her precious son, Daniel. But her perfect life unravels when Daniel brings home Cherry, a girlfriend who changes everything. After a tense introduction, Laura becomes convinced Cherry is hiding something. Is she a manipulative social climber, or is Laura just paranoid? The truth is a matter of perspective.
Full Cast of The Girlfriend
Olivia Cooke
Cherry
Olivia Cooke delivers a compelling and nuanced performance as Cherry in the TV series 'The Girlfriend,' showcasing her ability to portray complex emotional depths with subtlety and intensity. Compared to her previous roles such as Emma in '
Bates Motel' and Louise in '
Thoroughbreds,' Cooke's portrayal of Cherry reveals a more vulnerable and raw dimension of her acting skills, highlighting her versatility. A trivia fact about Olivia Cooke is that she originally auditioned for the role of Theresa in '
Ready Player One,' but the part eventually went to another actress, demonstrating her wide appeal across diverse genres.
Leo Suter
Nicholas
Fans of Leo Suter will likely enjoy his role in the TV series 'The Girlfriend' due to his nuanced portrayal of complex emotional states, much like in his iconic role as Eddie in 'Sex Education.' While Eddie was characterized by his endearing awkwardness and earnestness, in 'The Girlfriend,' Suter explores a deeper, more mysterious persona that adds layers to his acting repertoire. An interesting detail about 'The Girlfriend' is that Suter had to undergo extensive dialect coaching to capture the specific regional accent of his character, showcasing his dedication to authenticity in his performances.
Waleed Zuaiter
Howard
Tanya Moodie
Isabella
Crew of The Girlfriend
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