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Among the many crime dramas that are available on Netflix, Ozark truly stands out. The storyline revolves around Marty Byrde and his descent into the crime world, with money laundering. The Byrde family gets more and more entangled with the complications of a money laundering scheme.
Though the storyline and the gritty atmosphere of this series are often considered the distinctive factors for this series, the cast of this series is truly one of a kind. The contribution of the cast is impeccable. From the lead actors to the supporting actors, each and every character in the series does their job with perfection.
This becomes the show’s strength. It helps the show navigate through such a tension-filled storyline. The first season of the series sets the stage. With each season, the stakes become higher and higher. It becomes a battle of survival. Let’s explore more about the cast of the series.
Ozark Season 1 cast and character guide: Who plays whom in the Netflix crime drama?
1) Jason Bateman as Martin 'Marty' Byrde
Jason Bateman plays the lead character in Ozark. He is the mastermind behind the money laundering, which begins the whole complications in series. A money laundering scheme goes awry, which leads Marty to take action to fix everything.
Marty decides to plan a bigger money laundering scheme to fix the issue. However, things do not turn out well. Jason Bateman captures the chaotic situation that Marty faces in this series with ease. Marty is not a criminal, but rather a simple man stuck in a complicated situation.
Jason Bateman does not make Marty a hero. Rather, he captures the humanity in him. This makes his performance so believable. Jason Bateman’s other notable works include Arrested Development, Horrible Bosses, The Switch, Game Night, etc.
2) Laura Linney as Wendy Byrde
With many prestigious awards such as Golden Globes and Emmys under her belt, Laura Linney is known for completely embodying her roles. That is what she did with Ozark’s Wendy Byrde.
From being shocked at her husband’s double life to becoming a core part of his actions, Wendy Byrde is a character worth studying. Laura Linney perfectly captures Wendy’s controlled chaotic nature.
How we see Laura navigate Wendy’s emotions after she is thrown into a world of danger and uncertainty is remarkable. Laura Linney’s other works include You Can Count on Me, Kinsey, The Savages, and many more.
3) Sofia Hublitz as Charlotte Byrde
It is not an easy task for a new actor to capture the depth of a complex character like Charlitte Byrde. However, Sophia Hublitz, despite being a newcomer in this industry, perfectly depicted her role.
Charlotte goes through a difficult situation after her parents move to a new place in this series. As the story progresses, we see her understand her parents’ situation and handle the complexity with support.
Sophia Hublitz also depicts Charlotte’s internal conflicts and her desire for independence with perfection.
4) Skylar Gaertner as Jonah Byrde
Skylar Gaertner’s Jonah Byrde is quite different than that of her sister. His behaviour becomes a concerning matter for his parents. As the series progresses, Jonah’s initial innocence begins to corrode.
Skylar Gaertner perfectly depicts how Jonah is forced to grow up quickly. Before this series, Skylar Gaertner also worked in other shows.
His other notable works include The Americans, Daredevil, etc. However, his role in this series pushed him into the world of fame.
5) Julia Garner as Ruth Langmore
Julia Garner’s contribution to this series is truly irreplaceable. She won three Primetime Emmy Awards for her performance and many other prestigious awards as well. Ruth Langmore’s character is not a one-dimensional one.
Her shrewdness and intellect dominate the series. On one hand, she is street smart and excellent at her job. On the other hand, she is also vulnerable and emotional. This unique combination makes her a fan favorite character. Julia Garner deserves all the credit for it.
Apart from this TV show, her other notable works include The Americans, Inventing Anna, where she played the lead role, Dirty John, and many more.
6) Charlie Tahan as Wyatt Langmore
Charlie Tahan’s Wyatt is a troublemaker. Yet his character truly resonates with the viewers. His interaction with Ruth and the slow development of their bond tug at our heartstrings.
It is not easy to communicate a character’s internal conflicts and struggles. However, Charlie Tahan does a commendable job in depicting this aspect of Wyatt Langmore.
There is a unique depth to Wyatt’s character, and it is all because of Charlie Tahan. Charlie Tahan has been in the industry for quite a long time as a child actor before his fame skyrocketed with this series.
7) Lisa Emery as Darlene Snell
Apart from her famed performance as Darlene Snell in this series, Lisa Emery has also worked in other shows and movies.
Her other works include The Walking Dead: Dead City, Jessica Jones, Damages, Elementary, Fringe, and many more. Darlene is a complex character. Lisa Emery does it with absolute perfection.
Darlene's actions in the first season set the stage for the further complications that are about to happen in the later seasons.
8) Jordana Spiro as Rachel
Rachel and Marty’s interactions in the very first season of Ozark truly set the tone of the series.
Rachel’s Blue Cat Lodge becomes the front for Marty’s laundering scheme. However, initially, she is unaware of Marty's real business. Jordana Spiro’s performance as Rachel brings out the depth of the character.
She perfectly depicts Rachel’s change in demeanor. Especially after she finds out the truth about Marty.
9) Jason Butler Harner as Roy Petty
Famed for his works in neXt, Alcatraz, and many more, Jason Butler Harner’s Roy Petty truly shone as a character in the series. Initially, Jason Butler’s Roy Petty followed Byrde’s case and came to the area.
However, slowly, he gets more and more entangled with the people of this new place. Jason Butler brings out the fascinating nature of Roy’s character. His performance is a key part of the success of the initial seasons of the series.
Other cast members of Ozark include
•Peter Mullan as Jacob Snell
•Christopher James Baker as Boyd Langmore
•Carson Holmes as Three Langmore
•McKinley Belcher III as Trevor Evans
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