Morgan Freeman and Nicole Kidman Join the Cast of Taylor Sheridan's 'Lioness' (2024)

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By Josiah Soto

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This year got a whole lot better for fans of Taylor Sheridan's shows. Despite the news of Yellowstone ending, Sheridan has a number of new series in the works—including Special Ops: Lioness (formally known as Lioness)!

The upcoming addition will premiere sometime this summer and to say we're ready would just be downplaying our excitement! The plot centers around a CIA subgroup, the Lioness Engagement Team, who aims to tear down a dangerous terrorist organization that always seems to be one step ahead. And though the storyline, which definitely fits in with our favorite crime drama shows, is enough to reel us in—it's the show's cast that really has us sold.

Special Ops: Lioness has one of the most decorated casts you've ever seen. (We're honestly not sure how our eyes will contain this much talent.) Between the likes of Zoe Saldaña, Nicole Kidman, and Morgan Freeman—we know we're in good hands. But they're just three of the names in this talented roster of actors. Read on to meet the complete Special Ops: Lioness cast and get to know the characters before the premiere!

1

Zoe Saldaña as Joe

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Saldaña will play Joe, the station chief for the CIA's Lioness program. She leads a group of strong, clever women in the force who aim to take down organized terrorists. There's not much you'll be able to get past her, so don't even try!

Hardly needing the introduction, Saldaña stars in many of Hollywood's mega-hits, such as Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy movies and director James Cameron's ongoing Avatar franchise.

2

Nicole Kidman as Kaitlyn Meade

Nicole will be portraying CIA senior supervisor Kaitlyn Meade, who knew exactly what cards to play and when to play them to get the high-ranking position she currently has. But don't be confused: There are no tricks up Kaitlyn's sleeves because she showcases her ingenious tactics boldly and proudly.

Kidman is a Hollywood native and red-carpet regular. She's had many acclaimed movie roles, such as her leading role in The Hours, for which she won an Oscar in 2003. Though, Kidman has since migrated to the world of television, starring in popular series Big Little Lies and The Undoing.

3

Morgan Freeman as Edwin Mullins

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Freeman will act as Edwin Mullins. His role in the show is straight to the point: U.S. Secretary of State. If there's anyone who could take on a title like this, it's Freeman!

You know Freeman from... everything. Freeman won an Oscar in 2005 for his supporting role in Million Dollar Baby but has most recently starred in films A Good Person and The Minute You Wake Up Dead.

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Laysla De Oliveira as Cruz Manuelos

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De Oliveira will play Cruz Manuelos, an ex-Marine and the newest member of the CIA's Lioness squad. She has a short temper, but it's her passion that makes her good at her job.

De Oliveira has a few projects already under her belt, such as the Netflix series Locke & Key, and films like In the Tall Grass and Guest of Honour.

5

Dave Annable as Neil

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Annable plays Neil, Joe's husband. The two share two daughters together, and will have an ongoing romance throughout the series.

Annable had in a role in the second season of CW’s Walker. He also played Lee Dutton in the Yellowstone series.

6

Bassem Youssef as Amrohi

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Youssef takes on the role of billionaire Amrohi, a bad guy in rich clothing. He might seem like a walking testimony for those who want to make it to the top with not much beneath them—but he's hiding some serious and dark secrets. It's no wonder the CIA is after him!

Youssef is an Egyptian comedian whose first big acting role is in the Lioness series.

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Jill Wagner as Bobby

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Wagner will ease into the role as Bobby, a member of the CIA's Special Activities Division. She's one of the many powerful, witty women in the CIA's board.

You might recognize Wagner as the former host of ABC game show, Wipeout. She's also a regular face on television movies, starring in films like Hearts of Winter and A Christmas Miracle for Daisy.

8

LaMonica Garrett as Tucker

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Garrett will pay Tucker, another member in the CIA Special Activities Division.

Garrett had a role in the series Designated Survivor and movies like Primal and Clemency. Oh, and you may recognize him as Thomas from the 1883 series!

9

James Jordan as Two Cups

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Jordan will play Two Cups, who is the right hand man to Tucker and fellow member of the CIA Activities Division.

Jordan played Cookie in the 1883 series, and can also be found acting in Mayors in Kingstown. He has starred in movies like Winder River and Home.

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Stephanie Nur as Aaliyah

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Nur is Aaliyah, the daughter to Amrohi (the aforementioned billionaire), who seems blissfully unaware of her father's wrongdoing. Though, she may be smarter than the eye first sees...

Nur also had a recurring role in 1883 (where she played Melodi). She will also act in the upcoming movie My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3.

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Josiah Soto

Josiah Soto is the assistant editor of news and social for The Pioneer Woman. He helps manage the website’s social channels, in addition to writing high-performing news and entertainment content daily.

Morgan Freeman and Nicole Kidman Join the Cast of Taylor Sheridan's 'Lioness' (2024)

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Freeman will play Edwin Mullins, the U.S. Secretary of State.

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In what episode does Morgan Freeman appear in Lioness? ›

Take a break from that pedicure and wipe off the mud mask: It's time for a Special Ops: Lioness recap. In this week's episode, "The Lie Is The Truth," we finally got to meet Secretary Of State Morgan Freeman, who's bald now, which is cool.

Who is the Arab actress in Lioness? ›

Stephanie Nur is an Egyptian-born, Austrian-Syrian actress. She portrays Aaliyah in the Paramount+ espionage thriller Special Ops: Lioness.

What is the new Netflix series with Nicole Kidman? ›

Nicole Kidman, Liev Schreiber Head a Family of Suspects in a Murder Case in 'The Perfect Couple' Teaser Trailer. The six-episode series based on Elin Hilderbrand's bestseller follows a wedding taking a deadly turn when a body is discovered on the beach, leaving the guests as all suspects.

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Far and Away is a 1992 American epic Western romantic adventure drama film directed by Ron Howard from a screenplay by Bob Dolman and a story by Howard and Dolman. It stars Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman.

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Practical Magic is a 1998 American romantic fantasy film based on the 1995 novel Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman. The film was directed by Griffin Dunne and stars Sandra Bullock, Nicole Kidman, Dianne Wiest, Stockard Channing, Aidan Quinn, and Goran Višnjić.

Is Lioness coming back? ›

With a story this good and a cast so popular, you might be wondering if there's a second season in the works. Luckily, the answer is yes! Here's what to know about Special Ops: Lioness season 2, including a first behind-the-scenes look from Nicole Kidman herself!

What is the new series with Morgan Freeman on Netflix? ›

EXCLUSIVE: Netflix has given the green light to what it calls the “next iteration” of its Emmy-contending documentary series Life on Our Planet, with Morgan Freeman set to return as narrator and Steven Spielberg as executive producer.

What is the new Taylor Sheridan series called? ›

Paramount+'s next Taylor Sheridan series now has some first-look photos and premiere date. Landman starring Oscar-winner Billy Bob Thornton will premiere Nov. 17. The official description: “Set in the proverbial boomtowns of West Texas, Landman is a modern-day tale of fortune seeking in the world of oil rigs.

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