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    The Politician: Who is in the cast of the Netflix series?

    1. The Politician cast Netflix

      1. Meet the cast of The Politician on Netflix

      'The Politician’ is a brand new political drama created by Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk and Ian Brennan for Netflix. The series is about rich Santa Barbarian teen Payton Hobart and his aspiration to become president of the United States. Each season will focus on a different poltical race Payton takes part in. Season 1 revolves around his race to become class president at high school.

    2. The Politician Payton Hobart actor Ben Platt

      2. Who plays Payton in The Politician? - Ben Platt

      Ben Platt plays Payton Hobart in 'The Politician' on Netflix. Payton is the show’s main character. He is an ambitious, wealthy, adopted teen who aspires to one day become the president of the USA. You will likely recognise Ben from his role as Benji Applebaum in the 'Pitch Perfect’ franchise. Ben is also a Tony award-winning Broadway star best known for his work in 'The Book of Mormon' and 'Dear Evan Hansen’.

    3. The Politician Infinity actress Zoey Deutch

      3. Who plays Infinity in The Politician? - Zoey Deutch

      Zoey Deutch stars as Infinity Jackson in ‘The Politician’ on Netflix. Infinity is a teenager with cancer who Payton asks to run as his vice president in his class president race at high school. However, all is not as it seems. Before 'The Politician', Zoey acted in 'Beautiful Creatures’, ‘Vampire Academy’ and 'Set It Up’.

    4. The Politician actress Georgina Gwyneth Paltrow

      4. Who plays Georgina in The Politician? - Gwyneth Paltrow

      Gwyneth Paltrow is the actress who plays Payton's mom Georgina Hobart in 'The Politician' on Netflix. Georgina really loves Payton and does everything she can to support Payton’s political endeavours. Gwyneth is an Academy Award winning actress, who’s starred in 'Shakespeare In Love', 'Iron Man' and 'The Talented Mr. Ripley’ among other notable films.

    5. The Politician Dusty Jackson actress Jessica Lange

      5. Who plays Dusty in The Politician? - Jessica Lange

      Jessica Lange plays the role of Dusty Jackson in ‘The Politician’ on Netflix. Dusty is Infinity’s overbearing Nana. Jessica is one of the most awarded actresses in the history of film and television. Her standout roles include performances in 'King Kong', 'Frances' and the first four seasons of 'American Horror Story'.

    6. The Politician Astrid Sloane actress Lucy Boynton

      6. Who plays Astrid in The Politician? - Lucy Boynton

      Lucy Boynton is the actress who plays Astrid Sloan in ‘The Politician’ on Netflix. Astrid is Payton’s arch-nemesis. She dates his love interest River Barkley and encourages River to run against Peyton in the high school election. Lucy is best known for her roles in 'Bohemian Rhapsody', ‘Murder on the Orient Express’ and ‘Sing Street’.

    7. The Politician James actor Theo Germaine

      7. Who plays James in The Politician? - Theo Germaine

      Theo Germaine plays the role of James in ‘The Politician’ on Netflix. James is one of Payton’s best friends and main political advisors. ’The Politician’ is Theo’s breakthrough acting role but they will also star in the series ‘Work In Progress’ as Chris on Showtime in December. Theo is an openly trans actor who uses they/he pronouns.

    8. The Politician McAfee actress Laura Dreyfuss

      8. Who plays McAfee in The Politician? - Laura Dreyfuss

      Laura Dreyfuss stars as McAfee in ‘The Politician’ on Netflix. McAfee, like James, is a close friend of Payton’s, who helps run his campaign. Before ‘The Politician’, Laura starred in the final season of ‘Glee' as Madison McCarthy and two episodes of 'The Marvellous Mrs. Maisel’ as Deecy. She’s also acted in Broadway productions of ‘Once’ and ‘Dear Even Hansen’.

    9. The Politician Alice actress Julia Schlaepfer

      9. Who plays Alice in The Politician? - Julia Schlaepfer

      Julia Schlaepfer is Alice Charles in ‘The Politician’ on Netflix. Alice is Payton’s longterm girlfriend who is intent on supporting him at all costs. Before 'The Politician’, Julia had guest roles in ‘Instinct’ and ‘Madame Secretary’. She also played Sandra Good in the Charles Manson drama ‘Charlie Says’.

    10. The Politician River Barkley actor David Corenswe

      10. Who plays River in The Politician? - David Corenswet

      David Corenswet plays River Barkley in ‘The Politician’ on Netflix. River is a popular boy who starts a love affair with Payton after being hired to teach him Mandarin. David has previously made appearances in ‘House of Cards’, ‘Instinct’ and ‘Affairs of State’.

    11. The Politician Skye Leighton actress Rahne Jones

      11. Who plays Skye in The Politician? - Rahne Jones

      Rahne Jones plays the role of Skye Leighton in ‘The Politician’ on Netflix. Skye is a proud non-binary student who River enlists as his running mate for their high school election. Skye is Rahne’s first role on television.

    12. The Politician Ricardo actor Benjamin Barrett

      12. Who plays Ricardo in The Politician? - Benjamin Barrett

      Benjamin Barrett stars as Ricardo in ‘The Politician’ on Netflix. Ricardo is Infinity’s secret boyfriend. Before ‘The Politician’, Benjamin acted in films including ‘The Night Stalker’, ‘The Escorts’ and ‘Badsville’.

    13. The Politician Martin Hobart actor Trevor Eason

      13. Who plays Martin in The Politician? (The Twins) - Trevor Eason

      Trevor Eason plays Martin Hobart in ‘The Politician’ on Netflix. Martin is identical twins with Luther. Martin and Luther are Payton’s obnoxious older brothers who their dad favours. This is Trevor’s first main role in a TV series.

    14. The Politician Luther Hobart actor Trey Eason

      14. Who plays Luther in The Politician? (The Twins) - Trey Eason

      Trey Eason plays Luther Hobart in ‘The Politician’ on Netflix. Luther is identical twins with Martin. Martin and Luther are Payton’s obnoxious older brothers who their dad favours. This is Trey’s first main role in a TV series.

    15. The Politician Andrew actor Ryan J. Haddad

      15. Who plays Andrew in The Politician? - Ryan J. Haddad

      Ryan J. Haddad plays the role of Andrew Cashman in ‘The Politician’ on Netflix. Andrew is a student with cerebral palsy who is critical of Payton’s desperate attempts to win the school election. He is also in love with Infinity. Ryan previously had guest roles in ‘Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt’ and ‘Madam Secretary’.

    16. The Politician Keaton Hobart actor Bob Balaban

      16. Who plays Keaton Hobart in The Politician? - Bob Balaban

      Bob Balaban is the actor who plays Payton's dad Keaton Hobart in 'The Politician' on Netflix. Keaton is a wealthy man who gives obvious preferential treatment to the twins over Payton. Bob is most famous for his roles in 'Gosford Park', 'The Grand Budapest Hotel' and 'Midnight Cowboy'.

    17. The Politician Theo Klein actor Dylan McDermott

      17. Who plays Theo Klein in The Politician? - Dylan McDermott

      Dylan McDermott is the actor behind Theo Klein in ‘The Poltician’ on Netflix. Theo Klein is Astrid Sloan's dad and he is a classic pushy parent. You will likely recognise Dylan from his roles in 'American Horror Story', 'The Practice' and 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower'.

    18. The Politician Lizbeth Klein actress January Jones

      18. Who plays Lizbeth in The Politician? - January Jones

      January Jones plays Lizbeth in 'The Politician on Netflix. Lizbeth is Theo's wife, Astrid's stepmother and a former escort. January is best known for playing Betty Draper in 'Mad Men'. She's also starred as Melissa Chartes in 'The Last Man on Earth', Emma Frost in 'X-Men: First Class' and Jeannie in 'Love Actually'.

    19. The Politician Dede Standish actress Judith Light

      19. Who plays Dede in The Politician? - Judith Light

      Judith Light plays Dede Standish in ‘The Society’ on Netflix. Dede is the majority leader of the New York state senate with a big secret. Judith is an award-winning actress who has also starred in 'Ugly Betty', 'Who's the Boss?' and 'Transparent'.

    20. The Politician Hadassah Gold actress Bette Midler

      20. Who plays Hadassah in The Politician? - Bette Midler

      Bette Midler plays Hadassah Gold in ‘The Politician’ on Netflix. Hadassah Gold is Dede Standish's main political advisor. Bette is a multi-award winning actress and singer who has previously starred in classic films such as 'The Rose', 'Hocus Pocus' and 'The First Wives Club'.

    21. Politician Brigitte actress Martina Navratilova

      21. Who plays Brigitte in The Politician? - Martina Navratilova

      Martina Navratilova plays the role of Brigitte in 'The Politician' on Netflix. Brigette is a trainer at the Hobart's horse stables and Georgina's lover. Martina is one of the most successful tennis players of all time. This is her first acting role.

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