November 28, 2024 at 1:00 PM

Colman Domingo delivers a modern paranoid thriller in ‘The Fugitive’ style with Netflix’s new limited series ‘The Madness’. The star of ‘Rustin’ and ‘Euphoria’ takes on the role of Muncie Daniels, an acclaimed CNN commentator who finds the spotlight on him when he stumbles upon the corpse of a high-profile white supremacist and is ultimately charged with the crime . . As mysterious, seemingly ultra-powerful forces turn against him, Muncie must discover the truth behind the tangled web of money, politics and murder that led him there.

The eight-episode series surrounds Domingo with an ensemble full of well-known actors, so if you’re wondering where you’ve seen them before, here’s a handy guide to the cast and characters of ‘The Madness’.

Colman Domingo as Muncie Daniels

Oscar-nominated actor Colman Domingo plays Muncie Daniels, a high-profile author and CNN pundit who stumbles upon the corpse of a famous white supremacist and becomes embroiled in a political conspiracy that threatens the foundations of American democracy itself. An actor, playwright and director, Domingo is best known for his roles as Victor Strand in ‘Fear the Walking Dead’, Bayard Rustin in ‘Rustin’ and Ali in ‘Euphoria’, for which he won an Emmy Award. Domingo also stars in award winners “Sing Sing,” “The Color Purple” (2023) and “Candyman” (2021) and earlier this year produced the delightful Netflix sci-fi thriller “It’s What’s Inside.”

Marsha Stephanie Blake as Elena Daniels

Emmy-nominated actress Marsha Stephanie Blake plays Elena Daniels, Muncie’s tough and resourceful ex-wife. Blake is best known for her Emmy and Critics Choice nominated performance as Linda McCray in “When They See Us,” and for her role as Berdie Rogers in “Orange Is the New Black” and films including “The Laundromat,” “The Photograph ‘ and “An American pickle.”

John Ortiz as Franco Quiñones

John Ortiz plays Franco Quiñones, a tenacious FBI agent determined to expose the shady dealings of billionaire Stu Magnusson, who he believes has a hand in Muncie’s framing. With over 70 credits on his resume, Ortiz is recognizable for many, many roles, including ‘Silver Linings Playbook’, ‘American Gangster’, ‘Miami Vice’ and ‘Fast & Furious’, and most recently ‘Bad Monkey’ and ‘Will Trent.”

Tamsin Topolski as Lucie Simon

Tamsin Topolski plays Lucie Simon, the estranged wife of Mark Simon, the white supremacist whose murder triggers Muncie’s nightmare. Eager to cut ties with her husband’s violent legacy and the hate group ‘The Forge’, Lucie teams up with Muncie and Franco to help uncover the conspiracy. Topolski’s previous work includes ‘Penny Dreadful’, ‘Call the Midwife’, ‘Slow Horses’ and ‘The Diplomat’.

Thaddeus J. Mixson as Demetrius Daniels

Thaddeus J. Mixson plays Demetrius Daniels, Muncie’s teenage son, who struggles to connect with his father while living apart from his mother. Mixson is best known for his performances in ‘Reasonable Doubt’, ‘Creed III’ and ‘Candy Cane Lane’.

Gabrielle Graham as Kallie Daniels

Gabrielle Graham plays Kallie Daniels, Muncie’s headstrong and independent daughter from a previous relationship. Graham is best known for her roles in ‘Twenties’, ‘Possessor’ and ‘In the Shadow of the Moon’.

Bradley Whitford as Stu Magnusson

Bradley Whitford plays Stu Magnusson, the powerful billionaire who emerges as the prime suspect in the conspiracy. Three-time Emmy winner Whitford has a robust resume and is best known for “The West Wing,” “Transparent,” “The Handmaid’s Tale,” “Get Out” and “Cabin in the Woods.”