Netflix’s latest thriller Eric boasts a strong cast led by Benedict Cumberbatch, who stars as puppeteer and children’s show creator Vincent Anderson.
When Vincent’s young son Edgar goes missing, Vincent becomes convinced that the answers lie in his son’s sketches of a blue puppet called Eric (voiced by Cumberbatch), which he believes will entice Edgar home if he can put it on TV.
Alongside Cumberbatch, McKinley Belcher III appears as Michael Ledroit, a detective investigating the disappearance of another missing child.
Wondering who else stars in the series? Scroll on to find out more about the cast of Netflix’s Eric.
Benedict Cumberbatch plays Vincent Anderson
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Who is Vincent Anderson? Vincent is a puppeteer and creator of the popular children’s show Good Day Sunshine. He is battling his own demons, vices and a complicated family history – which is brought back up when his son Edgar goes missing.
Speaking about voicing Eric, the puppet that Vincent creates to entice his son home, Cumberbatch told RadioTimes.com: “To voice him was just a joy, to just play with it in post [production] as much as we could.
“Experiment with how present he is, how much of a shadow or shadow-self he is, for want of a better term. You know, just out of shot, a voice or a presence.
Where have I seen Benedict Cumberbatch before? In Eric, Cumberbatch plays the role of Vincent and also voices Eric, who is brought to life by professional puppeteer Olly Taylor. Cumberbatch is known for a variety of roles over the years, including fronting BBC’s Sherlock, Patrick Melrose and also receiving Oscar nominations for his film roles in The Power of the Dog and The Imitation Game. He is also known for his role as Doctor Strange in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
McKinley Belcher III plays Detective Michael Ledroit
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Who is Detective Michael Ledroit? Ledroit previously worked in the NYPD vice squad but has moved over to the missing persons team. He is intent on getting to the bottom of what is happening at the Lux nightclub, as well as investigating the missing cases of both Edgar and Marlon. But Ledroit is also hiding a major part of his personal life, leading to him having to make a decision between protecting it or solving the case.
Where have I seen McKinley Belcher III before? Belcher is no stranger to playing an officer, as he is best known for his role as FBI agent Trevor Evans in Netflix’s Ozark. He is also known for his starring roles in Mercy Street, The Passage and The Good Lord Bird.
Gaby Hoffmann plays Cassie Anderson
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Who is Cassie Anderson? Cassie is Edgar’s mother and Vincent’s wife, but Edgar’s disappearance only highlights the cracks in her and Vincent’s relationship. She is intent on finding her son and is sleepless as she hands out flyers to bring attention to the case.
Where have I seen Gaby Hoffmann before? Hoffmann is perhaps best known to TV viewers for her role in Girls, Louie and Transparent. She has also starred in C’mon, C’mon, Wild and Obvious Child.
Dan Fogler plays Lennie Wilson
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Who is Lennie Wilson? Vincent’s oldest friend and Good Day Sunshine co-creator, Lennie is usually the voice of reason at work. But with new job opportunities on the horizon, he is pushed to make some decisions without Vincent.
Where have I seen Dan Fogler before? The actor, comedian and writer is known for his roles in The Walking Dead, Secrets and Lies and The Offer. He has also lent his voice to roles in Kung Fu Panda, Horton Hears a Who! and Mars Needs Moms.
Clarke Peters plays George Lovett
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Who is George Lovett? George is the superintendent of the building in which the Anderson family lives, and often allows Edgar into his apartment to escape the chaos of his parents. George is a bit of a mystery but is well-meaning and kind.
Where have I seen Clarke Peters before? Peters is perhaps known for his role as Lester Freamon in The Wire, and has more recently been on our screens in Channel 4’s Truelove. Among his various on screen roles, Peters has also starred in The Man Who Fell to Earth, Jessica Jones, Harriet, Da 5 Bloods and more.
Ivan Howe plays Edgar Anderson
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Who is Edgar Anderson? Edgar is the son of Vincent and Cassie, and often distracts himself with drawing in the midst of his parents’ explosive arguments. He is a bit of a lone wolf, and on his way to school one day, disappears.
Where have I seen Ivan Howe before? A young newcomer to the world of acting, Eric is Howe’s first on screen role.
John Doman as Robert Anderson
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Who is Robert Anderson? Robert is Vincent’s father, and is one of the most successful and well-known property tycoons in New York.
Where have I seen John Doman before? Doman is known for his roles in The Wire, ER, Oz and Borgia, as well as The Affair, City On a Hill and Birdgirl.
Phoebe Nicholls as Anne Anderson
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Who is Anne Anderson? Anne is Robert’s wife and Vincent’s mother. She is shocked to learn of Edgar’s disappearance, and with her husband, offers a cash reward for any information.
Where have I seen Phoebe Nicholls before? The English actress is known for her roles in Brideshead Revisited and The Elephant Man, as well as various stage roles throughout the years. In terms of TV, Nicholls has also featured in Downton Abbey, Fortitude, Anatomy of a Scandal and Spooks.
Bamar Kane as Yuusuf Egbe
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Who is Yuusuf Egbe? Yuusuf is a homeless graffiti artist who lives in one of the underground tunnels in New York.
Where have I seen Bamar Kane before? Kane has starred in French TV series Le Monde de Demain and films like Father & Soldier.
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