Raised by Wolves star Travis Fimmel leads the cast of Netflix’s Boy Swallows Universe.
The seven-part series made its premiere on Netflix on January 11.
Fimmel is best known for his role as Ragnar Lothbrok in History Channel’s Vikings.
The actor also appeared inRaised by WolvesandWarcraft.
Simon Baker - Robert Bell
Simon Baker brings Robert Bell to life inBoy Swallows Universe.
Robert is Eli and Gus' real and estranged father who has been absent from most of their lives.
Robert is an alcoholic who hides a deep trauma that he has yet to tell his ex-wife and sons.
The Mentalistfans may recognize Baker for his role as Patrick Jane in the series.
The actor also has credits inMargin Call,The Devil Wears Prada, andLand of the Dead.
Eli believes that her mother is the best woman in the world despite her drug influence.
Tonkin’s notable credits includeH20: Just Add Water,Babylon, andBait.
Eli is a 12-year-old boy trying to find his place in the world.
It’s clear from the start that Eli has an unusual background.
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Zac’s iteration of Eli shows how much growth the character experienced through the years.
Together, they expose the corrupt practices of Tytus Boz and Ivan Kroll.
Burgess previously appeared inTotally Completely FineandOne Night.
Gus usually writes something in the air and Eli believes that it always comes true.
Halley previously appeared inCrazy Fun Park,The Heights, and a short calledFeatherweights.
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The character is played on-screen by Bryan Brown.
Brown is a veteran Australian actor who has credits inCocktail,Two Hands, andGods of Egypt.
LaPaglia previously appeared as Jack Malone in over 150 episodes ofWithout a Trace.
The actor’s credits also includeLantana,Empire Records, andSo I Married an Axe Murder.
Sophie Wilde - Caitlyn Spies
Sophie Wilde is part of the cast as Caitlyn Spies.
Spies is a reporter from the Courier Mail and she is one of Eli’s idols growing up.
Eli also has a little crush on Spies and Gus knows all about it.
Wilde is known for his roles inTalk to Me,The Portable Door, andBabygirl.
The character displayed by Christopher James Baker.
Kroll is the one responsible for Lyle’s kidnapping and he also cuts off Eli’s finger.
True Detectivefans may recognize Baker for his role as Blake Churchman.
The actor’s other notable credits includeOzark,Shades of Blue, andThe Purge: Election Year.
Dang is an intimidating figure in the drug business who has lots of connections.
The character is played by Deborah Mailman.
In Episode 1, Poppy has a conversation with Gus about his condition of not being able to speak.
They talk about his artwork, his family history, and Eli.
Mailman is known for his roles inOffspring,The Sapphires, and2067.
O’Toole appeared in notable projects likeBloody Hell,Hacksaw Ridge, andDetroit.
Rob Carlton - Brian Anderson
Rob Carlton’s Brian Anderson is the editor-in-chief of the Courier-Mail.
Carlton is known for his roles inChandon Pictures,Paper Giants: Magazine Wars, andNorth Shore.
Eventually, though, Darren and Eli become friends.
Wan previously appeared inNever Too Late,The Unlisted, andHardball.
Donaldson’s other notable credit includes playing a local street kid inJack Irish.
The 13-year-old version of the character is played by Eloise Rothfield.
Shelly is diagnosed with muscular dystrophy.
After discovering her condition, Gus finds a way to earn money for her treatment.
Before joining the cast ofBoy Swallows Universe, Rothfield appeared in a short film titled5 Moons of Pluto.
Christopher is also diagnosed with brain cancer, but he eventually recovers.
Boy Swallows Universeis Isaac Strutt-Stevens' first major role.
Boy Swallows Universeis Briggs' major acting credit.
Toby Schmitz - Tim Cotton
Toby Schmitz is part of the cast ofBoy Swallows Universeas Tim Cotton.
Cotton is a detective whom Caitlyn Spies contacts to investigate the shady dealings between Ivan Kroll and Tytus Broz.
However, Cotton is later revealed to be a corrupt figure too similar to Kroll and Broz.
Schmitz is best known for his role as Rackham in Black Sails.
The actor also appeared inCrownies,Three Blind Mice, andRight Here Right Now.
Boy Swallows Universeis now streaming on Netflix.
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