Star-Studded British & International Ensemble Confirmed for The Uprising (2026)
Jamie Bell, Stephen Dillane, Tom Hollander, Cosmo Jarvis, and Thomasin McKenzie join the sweeping 14th-century rebellion.
The full scope of the ensemble cast for Paul Greengrass's The Uprising has been detailed, revealing one of the most formidable collections of acting talent assembled for a British historical drama in recent years.
Leading the supporting ensemble is Jamie Bell as radical preacher John Ball, whose electrifying oratory provided the philosophical ignition for the 1381 rebellion. Joining Bell on the rebel front lines is Shōgun star Cosmo Jarvis, who embodies the formidable Kentish military commander Wat Tyler.
On the royal court side, Tony Award winner Stephen Dillane portrays Archbishop Simon Sudbury, while BAFTA winner Tom Hollander takes on Sir Robert Hales, Lord High Treasurer of England. Rising star Woody Norman plays the pivotal role of 14-year-old King Richard II.
The ensemble also features acclaimed performances from Thomasin McKenzie, Jonny Lee Miller, Katherine Waterston, Stanley Townsend, Sky Yang, and Jamie Maclachlan, creating a dynamic generational clash between the ruling aristocracy and commoners.
Verified Sources & Editorial Citations
- FilmNation & Focus Features Press Wire — Official casting announcements
- Casting Society Guild Reports — Verified agency talent bookings
Written by Julian Sterling
Prestige Cinema & Casting Analyst
Specialist in historical drama productions, British cinema, and dramatic acting ensembles.