The topic of how life will develop on the planet after a global catastrophe such as the end of the world or the Apocalypse has been of interest to people for more than one millennium. Many novels have been created on this subject and dozens of films have been shot. These include the series "Revolution". This article will talk about the actors and roles in this TV show.
General information about the series
According to project executive producer J. Abrams, he and his team were delighted with the "Revolution" script that Eric Kripka brought to them . The idea of ​​the series was so original and exciting that everyone was sure of its success.
In the United States, the first episode of the television project debuted in mid-September 2012. A month later, when the rating reached 9.8 million viewers in three episodes, NBC management decided to withdraw the sequel. New series of the project were released in late March - in April 2013.
Awards
The series "Revolution", the actors of which are presented below, was awarded the "Saturn" awards as the best series made for broadcast television, and "Emmy" for the 10th episode. In addition, the work of the composer Christopher Lennerz was also awarded with the last award.
Summary
The action of the series "Revolution" (actors, photos of some scenes can be seen later) takes place 15 years after all modern technologies were turned off on the planet and humanity lost the opportunity to use any electrical appliances. People began to adapt to the existing conditions in order to survive in a world without technology.
The “disconnection” caused the collapse of public order and led to the collapse of the country into districts ruled by dictators.
The only chance to return everything to its place and restore power supply is to use a secret item that is stored in the Matison family. However, if he falls into the hands of the dictator Monroe, humanity will face even greater troubles and people will never be able to return to normal life.
Billy Burke
The actor was remembered by the audience for the movie "Twilight", where he played the father of the main character. In addition, his track record contains more than 3 dozens of works in paintings on various subjects, including those in science fiction.
In the series "Revolution", the actors of which were mostly unknown to the viewer, he got the main role - Miles Matheson. The man is one of the founders of the Republic, but later he regrets his political choice and will try to kill the dictator Monroe. The attempt fails and Miles leaves for Chicago, where he opens a bar and becomes an alcoholic.
One day he meets a niece. She persuades her uncle to join the rebels and help them in the fight against General Monroe.
Tracy Spiridakos
The actress emigrated with her family from Greece to Canada at the age of 9 years. In 2007, the girl made her debut in the movie "Supernatural," and then played in two dozen other roles. In the series "Revolution", whose actors became famous after its release, Tracy got the role of the main character's niece. In the first episodes of the television project, she appears before the audience in the image of a fearless fighter for justice. However, later it turns out that Charlie Matheson is a brutal killer, ready for anything to achieve her goals.
Elizabeth Mitchell
At the time the “Revolution” series was released, the actors of which are familiar to many fans of the post-apocalyptic fiction genre today, this actress already had an Emmy nomination and played in more than 10 feature films and 15 television projects. Among her most successful works, viewers and critics include the role of Juliet Burke in the TV series "Lost", which took 5th place in the list of "The best cult shows in history" according to the TV-Guide.
In the “Revolution,” Mitchell was played by Charlie's mother, the female scientist Rachel, who had long been captured by Monroe. Only she owns the secret of how to fix the situation.
Daniela Alonso
This actress of Puerto Rican origin began her career as a model agency Ford Models. She played in three dozen TV shows and art paintings. In The Revolution, Danielle got the role of the friend of the protagonist and resistance soldier, Nora Clayton. According to the script of the picture, the girl dies in a battle with the people of the dictator at the end of the first season.
Giancarlo Exposito
The actor has acted in films and has been working on television since 1983. Among his most famous works are roles in the films Pinero and Ali. In addition, the actor is known to viewers on the series "Miami Police", "Law and Order", etc.
In Revolution, Giancarlo Exposito plays a rather controversial character named Tom Neville. Initially, this brave captain was wholly betrayed by Monroe. However, over time, he realizes that this is not the case with ordinary people, and goes over to the side of the Resistance.
David Lyons
The actor became famous thanks to his participation in the series "Sea Patrol". Among his works, which aroused the greatest interest among the audience, also include the main role in the superhero television project "Cloak" and work in the television project "Ambulance".
In the film "Revolution", whose actors were remembered by the audience for its frank and sincere play, Lyons played the main villain, General Monroe, who over the years turned into a cruel dictator, settling scores with former associates. Nevertheless, he knows how to impress guests with his intelligent manners and tries to return Miles to the so-called family consisting of the founders of the Republic.
Stephen Collins
Like many other actors of the television series "Revolution", he already had experience in soap operas. Moreover, Collins was recognized as one of the most successful representatives of this genre. The most famous work of Stephen is the series "Seventh Heaven", in which for 11 seasons he played the role of a priest. In addition, the actor starred in films such as Star Trek, Club of the First Wives, and Blood Diamond. In 1987, Collins was nominated for an Emmy Award for her role in the film “Two Mrs. Grenville.”
In Revolution, he appears before the audience as Charlie's grandfather. After the revolution, Gene remains in Texas and serves as a city doctor. In 2019, during a cholera epidemic, a man’s wife dies. Immediately after that, one of Monroe's henchmen turns to him. He promises to give him a vaccine against cholera if he reports on the actions of his relatives. Gene is forced to agree, but seeks to shield his loved ones from dangers. Later, he enters the path of armed struggle.
Roger Graham
The actor became a debutant of the series "Revolution". The work in this picture opened the doors to the cinema in front of him. Subsequent films with Graham's participation were Love and Mercy and Crazy Kind of Love.
In "Revolution", he played the role of Danny Matheson - Charlie's brother. The teenager is sick and his salvation is the main task of his sister and uncle throughout the first season.
Now you know what the Revolution series is about. The actors (photos can be seen above) who played in this project are also known to you, and you will probably want to look at their game and find out what humanity will have in the future if it will be like the scriptwriter Eric Kripke saw it.