Netflix’s new thriller parody The Woman in the House Across the Street from the Girl in the Window (what a mouthful) makes its debut on Friday, with Kristen Bell and Tom Riley starring in this eight-part satire.
Executive produced by Will Ferrell and Kristen Bell, the upcoming dark comedy follows Anna, a heartbroken woman who spends her days staring out of her window with a large glass of wine. When her handsome neighbour Neil (Riley) moves in across the road, she begins to feel there’s some hope for her life.
However, when Anna witnesses a gruesome murder, she begins to question everything – including her sanity.
This Netflix series features an impressive cast including the likes of cameron Britton and Michael Ealy – but who else is in The Woman in the House? Read on for everything you need to know about the cast.
Kristen Bell plays Anna
Who is Anna? Anna is a heartbroken woman and former artist who now spends her days sitting on the sofa, staring out the window and numbing herself with wine and pills.
Where have I seen Kristen Bell before? Golden Globe winner Kristen Bell is best known for starring as the titular character in Veronica Mars, being the voice of Gossip Girl and Ellie Bishop in Heroes. She has also starred in Forgetting Sarah Marshall, You Again, Bad Moms, the Frozen franchise, House of Lies, The Good Place and Big Mouth.
Michael Ealy plays Douglas
Who is Douglas? Douglas is Anna’s ex-husband who withdrew from their relationship after the pair suffered a terrible tragedy.
Where have I seen Michael Ealy before? Michael Ealy is best known for his roles in 2 Fast 2 Furious, Think Like a Man, About Last Night, FlashForward, The Good Wife, Almost Human and Westworld.
Tom Riley plays Neil
Who is Neil? Neil is Anna’s new neighbour and a charming single dad.
Where have I seen Tom Riley before? English actor Tom Riley has appeared in St Trinian’s II, Kill Your Friends, Monroe, Da Vinci’s Demons, Doctor Who, Inside No. 9, Dark Heart, Ill Behaviour and The Nevers.
Mary Holland plays Sloane
Who is Sloane? Sloane is a local art gallery owner and Anna’s dry-witted best friend who is always checking up on her.
Where have I seen Mary Holland before? Mary Holland is an actress and comedian who is a member of the improv group Wild Horses. She has also appeared in Veep, Unicorn Store, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Happiest Season, Silicon Valley, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Physical and Homecoming.
Cameron Britton plays Buell
Who is Buell? Buell is Anna’s loyal, simple-minded handyman.
Where have I seen Cameron Britton before? Cameron Britton is best known for portraying serial killer Ed Kemper in Mindhunter, which won him an Emmy for Outstanding Guest Actor. He has also appeared in The Umbrella Academy, Barry, Manhunt: Deadly Games, Shrill and The Girl in the Spider’s Web.
Shelley Hennig plays Lisa
Who is Lisa? Lisa is Neil’s attractive girlfriend whom Anna dislikes upon meeting her.
Where have I seen Shelley Hennig before? Shelley Hennig is best known for her roles in soap Days of Our Lives, The Secret Circle, Teen Wolf, Mythic Quest, Dollface and films like Ouija, Unfriended, When We First Met and The After Party.
Christina Anthony plays Detective Lane
Who is Detective Lane? Detective Lane is a no-nonsense police officer who is initially dismissive of Anna.
Where have I seen Christina Anthony before? Christina Anthony has appeared in The Dilemma, Key and Peele, Dog MOms, Bajillion Dollar Propertie$, Why Women Kill, Black-ish, Mixed-ish and Kenan.
Benjamin Levy Aguilar plays Rex
Who is Rex? Rex is an attractive stripper who Anna turns for answers.
Where have I seen Benjamin Levy Aguilar before? Benjamin Levy Aguilar is a Guatemalan actor who has appeared in Filthy Rich, Chicago P.D, Drope, Glee and Before the Dawn.
Samsara Yett plays Emma
Who is Emma? Emma is Neil’s 9-year-old daughter who Anna is immediately drawn to.
Where have I seen Samsara Yett before? Samara Yett has previously appeared in The Flight Attendant and Don’t Look Up.
The Woman in the House Across the Street from the Girl in the Window arrives on Netflix on 28th January.
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