The Cast of Wolf Hall: Where Are They Now?
A Decade Later, the Cast of Wolf Hall
Ten years ago, the BBC Two historical drama Wolf Hall premiered, captivating audiences with its intricate portrayal of the Tudor court. The series, based on Hilary Mantel's Booker Prize-winning novels, followed the rise and fall of Thomas Cromwell, Henry VIII's chief minister, and featured an ensemble cast that has since gone on to achieve great success.
Here's a look at where the cast of Wolf Hall is now:
Mark Rylance (Thomas Cromwell)
Mark Rylance, who won two BAFTAs and an Emmy for his portrayal of Cromwell, has continued to shine on both stage and screen. He has performed in acclaimed productions at the Royal Shakespeare Company and the West End and has starred in films such as Bridge of Spies (2015) and Ready Player One (2018).
Damian Lewis (Henry VIII)
Damian Lewis, who earned a Golden Globe nomination for his performance as Henry VIII, has gone on to star in the Showtime series Billions and the BBC crime drama Innocent. He has also appeared in films such as Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019) and Dream Horse (2020).
Claire Foy (Anne Boleyn)
Claire Foy, who won a Golden Globe for her portrayal of Anne Boleyn, has risen to international fame for her role as Queen Elizabeth II in the Netflix series The Crown. She has also starred in films such as First Man (2018) and The Girl in the Spider's Web (2018).
Anton Lesser (Thomas More)
Anton Lesser, who was nominated for a BAFTA for his performance as Thomas More, has continued to be a mainstay on British television. He has appeared in series such as Endeavour, The Crown, and Game of Thrones. He has also starred in films such as The Death of Stalin (2017) and Tolkien (2019).
Bernard Hill (Cardinal Wolsey)
Bernard Hill, who played Cardinal Wolsey, has retired from acting. He is best known for his roles in films such as The Lord of the Rings trilogy (2001-2003) and Titanic (1997).
Jonathan Pryce (Cardinal Campeggio)
Jonathan Pryce, who played Cardinal Campeggio, has continued to be a prolific actor on both stage and screen. He has appeared in films such as The Two Popes (2019), The Wife (2017), and Taboo (2017). He has also starred in the HBO series Game of Thrones.
Thomas Brodie-Sangster (Rafe Sadler)
Thomas Brodie-Sangster, who played Rafe Sadler, has gone on to star in films such as The Maze Runner trilogy (2014-2018), Love Actually (2003), and Nanny McPhee (2005). He has also appeared in the Netflix series The Queen's Gambit (2020).
Jessica Raine (Jane Seymour)
Jessica Raine, who played Jane Seymour, has starred in series such as Call the Midwife, The Last Post, and Baptiste. She has also appeared in films such as Mr. Turner (2014) and The Riot Club (2014).
Maxine Peake (Anne of Cleves)
Maxine Peake, who played Anne of Cleves, has starred in series such as Peaky Blinders, The Village, and Silk. She has also appeared in films such as Peterloo (2018) and Funny Cow (2018).
Tom Sturridge (George Boleyn)
Tom Sturridge, who played George Boleyn, has starred in series such as Sweetbitter, The Hollow Crown, and Being Human. He has also appeared in films such as Mary Shelley (2017) and Effie Gray (2014).