Succession Cast (2018-2023)
HBO | Drama, Dark Comedy | 4 Seasons, 39 Episodes | Created by Jesse Armstrong
The Roy family is known for controlling the biggest media and entertainment company in the world. However, their world changes when their father steps down from the company, setting off a power struggle between the Roy siblings as they vie for control of the family empire.
The Roy Family
Brian Cox
Logan Roy
Ruthless patriarch and founder of Waystar Royco media empire
Jeremy Strong
Kendall Roy
Eldest son, heir apparent struggling with addiction and his father's approval
Sarah Snook
Siobhan "Shiv" Roy
Only daughter, political consultant with ambitions for the CEO position
Kieran Culkin
Roman Roy
Youngest son, immature executive with a sharp wit and business acumen
Alan Ruck
Connor Roy
Eldest son from Logan's first marriage, political aspirant living off his trust fund
Hiam Abbass
Marcia Roy
Logan's third wife with mysterious past and her own agenda
Key Supporting Characters
Matthew Macfadyen
Tom Wambsgans
Shiv's husband, ambitious executive climbing the corporate ladder
Nicholas Braun
Greg Hirsch
Logan's grand-nephew, bumbling outsider learning to play the game
J. Smith-Cameron
Gerri Kellman
Waystar Royco's General Counsel, interim CEO, Roman's confidante
Peter Friedman
Frank Vernon
Logan's longtime COO and Kendall's mentor
David Rasche
Karl Muller
Waystar Royco's CFO and member of Logan's old guard
Dagmara Domińczyk
Karolina Novotney
Head of PR for Waystar Royco
Recurring & Notable Guest Cast
| Actor/Actress | Character | Role Description | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander Skarsgård | Lukas Matsson | Swedish tech CEO and potential buyer of Waystar Royco | Seasons 3-4 |
| Justin Kirk | Jeryd Mencken | Far-right presidential candidate backed by ATN | Seasons 3-4 |
| Hope Davis | Sandi Furness | Daughter of Sandy Furness, rival shareholder | Seasons 2-4 |
| Cherry Jones | Nan Pierce | Head of rival media dynasty PGM | Seasons 2-3 |
| Holly Hunter | Rhea Jarrell | Pierce executive and Logan's potential successor | Season 2 |
| Adrien Brody | Josh Aaronson | Major Waystar investor | Season 3 |
| Sanaa Lathan | Lisa Arthur | High-powered lawyer representing Kendall | Season 3 |
| Linda Emond | Michelle-Anne Vanderhoven | White House Senior Aide | Season 3 |
| Arian Moayed | Stewy Hosseini | Kendall's friend and private equity investor | All Seasons |
| Rob Yang | Lawrence Yee | Founder of Vaulter, Kendall's acquisition | Seasons 1-2 |
| Natalie Gold | Rava Roy | Kendall's ex-wife | Recurring |
| Annabelle Dexter-Jones | Naomi Pierce | Pierce family member, Kendall's love interest | Seasons 2-4 |
| Justine Lupe | Willa Ferreyra | Connor's girlfriend/wife, former escort turned playwright | All Seasons |
| Dasha Nekrasova | Comfrey | Kendall's PR representative | Seasons 3-4 |
| Ella Rumpf | Ebba | Lukas Matsson's Head of Comms | Season 4 |
| Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson | Oskar Guðjohnsen | Member of Matsson's team | Season 4 |
Production Team
Jesse Armstrong
Creator, Executive Producer, Writer
Adam McKay
Executive Producer, Pilot Director
Frank Rich
Executive Producer
Kevin Messick
Executive Producer
Mark Mylod
Executive Producer, Director
Nicholas Britell
Composer
Awards & Recognition
Emmy Awards
- 75 Emmy nominations, 19 wins
- Outstanding Drama Series (2020, 2022)
- Outstanding Lead Actor - Jeremy Strong (2020)
- Outstanding Lead Actor - Brian Cox (nominated)
- Outstanding Lead Actress - Sarah Snook (2023)
- Outstanding Supporting Actor - Matthew Macfadyen (2022, 2023)
- Outstanding Supporting Actor - Kieran Culkin (2023)
Golden Globe Awards
- Best Television Series - Drama (2022)
- Best Actor - Jeremy Strong (2022)
- Best Actor - Brian Cox (2020)
- Best Actress - Sarah Snook (2024)
- Best Supporting Actor - Kieran Culkin (2024)
- Best Supporting Actor - Matthew Macfadyen (2024)
Screen Actors Guild Awards
- Outstanding Drama Ensemble (2022, 2024)
- Outstanding Male Actor - Brian Cox (nominated)
- Outstanding Male Actor - Jeremy Strong (nominated)
- Outstanding Female Actor - Sarah Snook (nominated)
Critics Choice Television Awards
- Best Drama Series (2022)
- Multiple acting nominations and wins
Series Conclusion
Succession concluded its four-season run on May 28, 2023, with the episode "With Open Eyes." The series finale was watched by a record 2.9 million viewers and received universal critical acclaim, cementing Succession's place as one of the greatest television dramas of all time. The show won numerous awards throughout its run and is particularly noted for its sharp writing, complex characters, and stellar ensemble performances.