3 Body Problem cast: All the characters explained and who plays them

1. Here's where you've seen the 3 Body Problem cast before

Ready to dive into the world of 3 Body Problem? The brand new Netflix series, created by Game of Thrones’ David Benioff and D. B. Weiss, and Alexander Woo, boasts an incredible cast of actors that you’ll have no doubt seen in several other shows and films. Here's who plays who, and where you might have been them on-screen before. [Getty]

2. Who plays Jin Cheng in 3 Body Problem? – Jess Hong

Jess Hong plays Jin, a scientist and member of the ‘Oxford Five’ in Netflix’s 3 Body Problem. Jin is not a character in the original book, but appears to be partly adapted from the original novel's main character Wang Miao. Wondering where you’ve seen her on-screen before? This is actually her first major main role in a major TV series. The New Zealand actress previous appeared in The Brokenwood Mysteries and Inked. [Netflix]

Who plays Auggie Salazar in 3 Body Problem? – Eiza

3. Who plays Auggie in 3 Body Problem? – Eiza González

Eiza González plays Auggie in 3 Body Problem, an ‘Oxford Five’ scientist who is targeted and pressured to shut her work down. Eiza has an impressive list of credits to her name, including Ambulance, Godzilla vs. Kong, I Care A Lot, Hobbs & Shaw, Alita: Battle Angel and Baby Driver. She’s also appeared in Apple TV+’s Extrapolations and Prime Video’s Mr. & Mrs. Smith. [Netflix]

Who plays Da Shi in 3 Body Problem? – Benedict Won

4. Who plays Clarence/Da Shi in 3 Body Problem? – Benedict Wong

Benedict Wong plays Clarence Shi in 3 Body Problem. Clarence Shi investigates a string of mysterious deaths within the scientific community. Marvel fans will instantly recognise Benedict Wong from his role as Wong in Doctor Strange and extended Avengers films. He’s also previously appeared in Prometheus, Annihilation, The Martian and Kick-Ass 2. And yes, if you’re wondering, that’s his real accent! Benedict is actually from Lancashire in the UK. [Netflix]

Who plays Saul Durand in 3 Body Problem? – Jovan A

5. Who plays Saul in 3 Body Problem? – Jovan Adepo

Jovan Adepo plays Saul Durand in Netflix’s 3 Body Problem. He’s a research assistant, and member of the ‘Oxford Five’. Jovan recently played the role of Sidney Palmer in Damien Chazelle’s Babylon alongside Margot Robbie and Brad Pitt. He also played adult Antron McCray in Netflix’s When They See Us, Michael Murphy in HBO’s The Leftovers and Will Reeves in Watchmen. [Netflix]

6. Who plays Jack Rooney in 3 Body Problem? – John Bradley

John Bradley plays physician Jack Rooney in Netflix’s 3 Body Problem. He's another member of the 'Oxford Five' who ends up becoming a player in the mysterious VR game. If you’re a Game of Thrones fan, you’ll immediately recognise John from his role as Samwell Tarly. Since then, John has gone on to have roles in Australian crime TV series North Shore, and the films Moonfall and Marry Me. [Netflix]

7. Who plays Will Downing in 3 Body Problem? – Alex Sharp

Alex Sharp plays sixth-form teacher Will Downing in 3 Body Problem. Alex’s previous credits include How to Talk to Girls at Parties, One Life and Living. He’s perhaps best known for originating the role of Christopher Boone in Broadway production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. He won a Tony and a Drama Desk award for his performance. The role of Will in 3 Body Problem is his first major TV series role. [Netflix]

8. Who plays younger Ye Wenjie in 3 Body Problem? – Zine Tseng

Zine Tsung plays the younger version of Ye Wenjie in 3 Body Problem. Ye Wenjie’s scenes take place in Inner Mongolia in the late ‘60s. After the Chinese Cultural Revolution, the astrophysicist prodigy ends up at a labour camp before being taken to work at the mysterious Red Coast Base. 3 Body Problem is actually Zine Tseng’s first major role – and she’s incredible! [Netflix]

9. Who plays older Ye Wenjie in 3 Body Problem? – Rosalind Chao

Rosalind Chao plays the older version of Ye Wenjie in 3 Body Problem. In the present day, viewers find out exactly who Ye Wenjie is but there’s still several mysteries surrounding her character and her history. Rosalind Chao might be recognisable to some viewers, particularly those who have watched Netflix’s recent series Sweet Tooth. Elsewhere, she’s appeared in the live-action Mulan, Freaky Friday, The Joy Luck Club, Just Like Heaven, The O.C. and Star Trek: The Next Generation. [Netflix]

10. Who plays older Mike Evans in 3 Body Problem? – Jonathan Pryce

Jonathan Pryce plays the older version of billionaire oil tycoon Mike Evans in 3 Body Problem. Jonathan’s incredible career spans decades. His most recent role was in The Crown as Prince Philip. The Tony and Olivier award winning actor has also played the High Sparrow in Game of Thrones, Governor Swann in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise and Elliot Carver in Tomorrow Never Dies. He was nominated for an Oscar for his role in The Two Popes. [Netflix]

11. Who plays Wade in 3 Body Problem? – Liam Cunningham

Liam Cunningham plays the charismatic Wade in Netflix’s 3 Body Problem, the leader of the world’s most elite intelligence operation. The Irish actor has an incredibly impressive list of credits, but he’s perhaps best known for playing Ser Davos Seaworth in Game of Thrones. Elsewhere, you might recognise him from his roles in War Horse and The Hot Zone. His most recent role is as Captain Elliot in The Last Voyage of the Demeter. [Netflix]

12. Who plays Tatiana in 3 Body Problem? – Marlo Kelly

Marlo Kelly plays the mysterious Tatiana in 3 Body Problem. Tatiana is closely linked to Mike Evans' organisation and is seen visiting members of the Oxford Five. Marlo has previously had roles in Joe vs. Carole, Dare me and Patricia Moore. She also played Skye Peters in Home and Away, appearing in 43 episodes. [Netflix]

13. Who plays Sophon in 3 Body Problem? – Sea Shimooka

Sea Shimooka plays Sophon in 3 Body Problem, an avatar within the VR game that lets players know if they’ve beaten the level or why they’ve failed it. Prior to 3 Body Problem, Sea’s most well known roles were as Emiko Queen in Arrow and Kai in MacGyver. [Netflix]

14. Who plays Raj in 3 Body Problem? – Saamer Usmani

Saamer Usmani plays Raj Varma in 3 Body Problem. Raj, a naval officer from a military family, is Jin’s boyfriend. Saamer is perhaps best known to Netflix viewers as Chase Sikorski in Inventing Anna. He also played Chris in Succession season 2, Avery Watkins in What/If, Leopold in The Good Fight and Prince Errol in Katy Keene. [Netflix]

15. Who plays Follower in 3 Body Problem? – Eve Ridley

Eve Ridley plays the young girl, known as Follower, in the mysterious VR Game in 3 Body Problem. Follower appears to all players and acts as a character in the game that the players aim to save. This is Eve Ridley’s first major TV series. She previously voiced Wendy Wolf in Peppa Pig. [Netflix]