It is a remake of Paul Schrader’s classic 1980s film, which starred Richard Gere in the title role, and the Showtime series has a whole new cast for viewers to enjoy.
Here is everything you need to know about the 2022 series’ cast.
‘American Gigolo’ Cast: Who Stars in the 2022 Showtime Series?
Jon Bernthal leads the cast of American Gigolo by taking on the role of Julian Kaye, the aforementioned sex worker who is sent to prison for 15 years. Gabriel LaBelle plays the character as a teen, though in that period of his life he uses his real name: Johnny.
There are several key players in Julian’s life, namely Michelle Stratton, his true love who is married to a technology mogul and who he began a relationship with before he was framed for the murder of one of his clients.
Gretchen Mol takes on the role of Michelle, a role originated by Lauren Hutton in the 1980 film. Her character’s husband Richard is played by Leland Orser.
Julian is released from prison following an investigation by Detective Sunday, played by Rosie O’Donnell, who learns that another convicted criminal was the one behind the murder he was accused of. She also goes on to try and help Julian with finding out who was behind the hit.
Julian works alongside, and is friends with, fellow sex worker Lorenzo. Wayne Brady takes on the role of Lorenzo in his adult years, while Kondwani Phiri plays him as a teen.
Another key player in Julian’s life is the woman he was sold to by his mother, Olga, who is also known as The Queen. She trained him to become a sex worker, and Sandrine Holt portrays the character in the TV show.
Lizzie Brocheré is The Queen’s daughter, and she later succeeds the title, with Julian meeting her after his time in prison.
Meanwhile, in Michelle’s side of the story her son is enamored with his teacher, Elizabeth Shannon House, who is played by Laura Liguori.
Here Is the Main Cast for ‘American Gigolo’:
Jon Bernthal plays Julian KayeGabriel LaBelle as young Julian “Johnny” KayeGretchen Mol as Michelle StrattonRosie O’Donnell as Detective SundayLizzie Brocheré as IsabelleWayne Brady as LorenzoSandrine Holt as “The Queen"Laura Liguori as Elizabeth Shannon HouseLeland Orser as Richard Stratton
American Gigolo airs Sundays at 9 p.m. ET on Showtime.
