Netflixs La Palma features a great cast of both experienced and new actors. Directed by Kasper Barfoed, the non-English language Netflix original series follows a group of characters on the westernmost island of the Canary Islands called La Palma who face a dangerous ecological crisis. The combination of family loyalty, great visual effects and a captivating storyline has made the series a hit on the streaming platform.

Although natural disasters are depicted in several films and television shows, there is something unique about it La Palma. The series is fascinating from the first episode and only gets better as more information is revealed. The cast of the Netflix miniseries all deliver outstanding performances and perfectly portray the fear that comes with knowing that the world could end.

Different from Baasmo Christiansen as Frederik

Date of birth: January 29, 1976

Actor: Born in Hamar, Norway, Anders Baasmo Christiansen had his big breakthrough as Stig Inge Otnes in the 2003 film: Buddy. After his breakthrough role, Christiansen appeared in notable films and television shows including: The Arctic Convoy, Makta, exitAnd The burning sea. The Norwegian actor is best known for his roles in Kon-Tiki, Welcome to NorwayAnd The King’s Choice.

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Character: Frederik is Jennifer’s husband and Sara and Tobias’ father. While vacationing on La Palma, the island is plunged into an ecological crisis and Frederik and Jennifer must put aside their differences and work together to ensure their family’s safety.

Ingrid Bolsø Berdal as Jennifer

Date of birth: March 2, 1980

Actor: Although Ingrid Bolsø Berdal is now known for her leading roles in several notable films and television shows, she started out as a singer before pursuing theater work. The actor born in Utøy, Nord-Trøndelag Norway rose to prominence through her role as Jannicke in the film “ Cold prey. She has since starred in it Westworld, Hercules, Chernobyl diaries, StardustAnd Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters.

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Character: Jennifer is Frederik’s wife and Sara and Tobias’ mother. Unlike her husband, Jennifer wants to enjoy her vacation on La Palma, which leads to a rift between her and Frederik. Jennifer’s new attitude to life causes strife in her marriage.

Alma Günther as Sara

Date of birth: July 2006

Actor: Alma Günther is a promising young Norwegian actress had her big break in the sitcom Page om page. The actress is best known for her roles in Welcome to Utmark, Gledelig JulAnd Pørni.

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Character: Fredik and Jennifer’s eldest daughter, Sara, struggles to find herself. When she meets Charlie on La Palma, the serious teenager learns to relax and enjoy herself.

Thea Sofie Loch Næss as Marie

Date of birth: November 26, 1996

Actor: Thea Sofie Loch Næss gained fame through the role of Thea, the main character in One night in Oslo. The actress is best known for her roles in Netflix series The Last Kingdom, Polaroid, Arctic emptinessAnd Hjerteslag. The ugly stepsister, After partyAnd X are her upcoming projects.

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Character: Marie is a researcher studying whether changes in groundwater levels could indicate changes in the physical makeup of mountains. Marie has a dark past and a brother she has to constantly look out for. She is the one raising the alarm about the impending ecological crisis.

Bernard Storm Lager as Tobias

Date of Birth: Unknown

Actor: Bernard Storm Lager is a young actor born in Norway. La Palma is Bernard Storm Lager’s first major role.

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Character: Tobias is the youngest son of Fredrik and Jennifer. Tobias is on the autism spectrum and he likes things to be presented a certain way. Although his family loves him, they faced challenges raising him.

Ólafur Darri Ólafsson as Haukur

Date of birth: March 3, 1973

Actor: Best known for his role as Andri in CaughtThe Icelandic-American writer was born in Connecticut. Ólafur Darri Ólafsson’s film and television career includes roles in The tourist, The Meg, Severance payAnd Operation Napoleon.

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Character: Haukur is Marie’s colleague who helps her find out what is causing the ecological destruction on La Palma. Although Haukur did not appear in all episodes of the series, he was one of the most significant characters in the series La Palmais the first episode.

Jorge de Juan as Alvaro

Date of birth: June 6, 1961

Actor: The Spanish actor Jorge de Juan celebrated his breakthrough in the 1982 film: Bikes are for summer. The renowned actor, director and producer also starred Ulise syndrome, Beltenebros, Open your eyesAnd Game of Luna.

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Character: Álvaro is Marie and Huakurs’ boss. Although Álvaro knows there is a good chance that Marie’s research could be correct, he is hesitant to warn the people on the island because of how his news of impending doom was received in the past.

La Palma supporting actors and characters

Ruth Lecuona as Anna: Ruth Lecuona’s acting career includes roles in Mascaras And What’s up?.

Amund Harboe as Erik: Around Harboe is best known for his role as Christian Nyman in state of happiness. He also played along Memory And Huldedrans.

Jenny Evensen as Charlie: Jenny Evensen was born on July 13, 2006 and is known for her roles in Like me, octopusAnd Pørni.

Iselin Shumba Skjæveslandn as Karin: Born on December 28, 1984, the Norwegian actress is known for her roles in Ragnarok, ForeverAnd The machines.

Thorbjørn Harr as Jens: Thorbjørn Harr takes on the role of Jens, Jennifer’s brother La Palma. The 50-year-old Norwegian actor is best known for his roles in Togo, barnAnd July 22nd.