Queenie season 1: Full list of cast in the series

Queenie, based on the novel by Candice Carty Williams, premiered on Channel 4 on June 4, 2024, in the US and is available for streaming on Hulu from June 7. The series follows the story of a 25-year-old Jamaican-British woman who faces a midlife crisis in her personal and professional life.

Carty Williams portrays her as a distinct character shaped by various experiences and challenges. Dionne Brown plays the lead role as Queenie, with Samuel Adewunmi as Frank, Bellah as Kyazike, and Jon Pointing as Tom.

The movie's theme is not just limited to humor or relatability; it deals with political themes and the impact of institutional racism. The viewers will see an inspiring journey of self-discovery and empowerment as she navigates through different phases of her life. The official synopsis of the movie says:

“Queenie Jenkins is a 25-year-old Jamaican British woman living in south London, straddling two cultures and slotting neatly into neither. After a messy breakup with her long-term boyfriend, Queenie seeks comfort in all the wrong places and begins to realize she has to face the past head-on before she can rebuild.”

Cast of Queenie

1) Dionne Brown as Queenie Jenkins

Dionne Brown plays the titular character as an aspiring journalist dealing with heartbreak and a quarter-life crisis. Her story relates to many trying to make sense of their personal and professional lives in their mid-20s. Dionne is also known for her work in Criminal Record, where she starred opposite Peter Capaldi, and as a journalist in The Walk-In.

2) Samuel Adewunmi as Frank

Samuel Adewunmi plays Queenie's best friend and has been supporting her since they were in secondary school. He is a British actor known for his work in The Last Tree and You Don’t Know Me. He has received recognition, such as a BAFTA nomination. Samuel has also done some theater with his roles in Trouble in Butetown and A Mirror.

3) Bellah as Kyazike

Isobel Akpobire, known as Bellah, plays Queenie's best friend since childhood, Kyazike, who has hyped her throughout. Bellah is a singer and songwriter from London. She discovered her passion for music at a very young age after being influenced by 1990s R&B acts such as Destiny's Child and SWV. With her debut, Last Train Home, in 2019, she gained recognition with tracks like Never Loved.

4) Sally Phillips as Gina

Sally Phillips is a versatile actress, comedian, and television presenter. Her character, Gina, shares a professional relationship with Queenie and is her editor at The Daily Read. Sally is known for her roles in multiple comedy shows and films. She co-directed and wrote for Smack the Pony and showcased her work in films such as Prejudice and Zombies. She also appeared in series like Jam & Jerusalem and Miranda.

Sally Phillips (Image via Youtube / Channel 4)

5) Jon Pointing as Tom

Jonathan Pointing is an actor, writer, and comedian. He plays Tom, Queenie's ex-boyfriend, who has never stood up for Queenie when it comes to his family's racist remarks about her. Tom is also known for his roles in Plebs, Pls Like, and Big Boys. In 2023, Jon was nominated for the British Academy Television Award for Best Male Comedy Performance.

Jon Pointing (Image via Youtube / Channel 4)

6) Tilly Keeper as Darcy

Tilly Keeper, as Darcy, is a colleague of Queenie at The Daily Read and works as the picture editor. She is known for her work as Louise Mitchell on the BBC soap opera EastEnders. She has also appeared in the BBC film Make Me Famous and the Netflix series You. Keeper began her career in 2004 in television commercials and then shifted to doing short films and big-screen films.

Tilly Keeper (Image via Youtube / Channel 4)

7) Llewella Gideon as Grandma Veronica

Llewella Gideon is an actress, comedian, and writer. She plays Queenie's grandmother and cares for her in her mother's absence. Gideon is known for her roles in comedy series such as Absolutely Fabulous, The Real McCoy, and The Crouches. She is also a voice-over artist and has given her voice in the UK version of Bob the Builder. She also wrote and worked in The Little Big Woman, a popular radio series.

Llewella Gideon (Image via Instagram / Llewella_gideon)

8) Michelle Greenidge as Aunty Maggie

Maggie is the sister of Queenie's mother, Sylvie, and has been with her all through her 25-year journey. Michelle Greenidge is known for her roles in popular TV shows and films. She has worked on several renowned projects, such as Netflix's After Life, BBC Two's Mandy, Channel 4's It's a Sin, and the BBC sci-fi series Doctor Who. Greenidge started her career in 2009 and has ever since gained recognition for her work in the industry.

Michelle Greenidge (Image via Instagram / miche_greenidge)

9) Joseph Marcell as Grandad Wilfred

Joseph Marcell is an actor and comedian. He plays Queenie's grandfather and is mostly seen pottering in his garden. He gained fame for his work as Geoffrey Butler in the sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. Marcell studied speech and dance at the Central School of Speech and Drama. He has showcased his talent on stage, including performances with the Royal Shakespeare Company and at Shakespeare's Globe Theatre.

Joseph Marcell (Image via Youtube / Channel 4)

10) Melissa Johns as Janet

Melissa Johns is an actress and disability activist. She has worked in television shows such as Sadie in The Interceptor, Imogen Pascoe in Coronation Street, Hannah Taylor in Life, and Miss Scott in Grantchester. Johns was born without her right forearm and hand and has been a prominent voice for inclusivity and diversity in the entertainment industry.

Melissa Johns (Image via Instagram / melissa_johns_1)

11) Laura Whitmore

Laura Whitmore is an Irish media personality and model based in London. In Queenie, Laura plays Dr. Ellision, a gynecologist. She has worked as a video jockey for MTV and presented shows like This Morning, Survival of the Fittest, and Love Island. Apart from modeling and working as a presenter, she has also released a documentary series, Laura Whitmore Investigate.