Meet the Cast of Little Disasters: Secrets and Surprises Await!

As a film enthusiast, I’m thrilled to share that the gripping psychological drama, “Little Disasters,” is now streaming! This riveting tale follows a tight-knit circle of friends whose bond is severely tested when one of them becomes entangled in a life-altering predicament.

Over the past ten years, Jess, Liz, Mel, and Charlotte have formed a close-knit group after meeting in an antenatal class. They’ve been each other’s essential source of support throughout this period.

However, when it’s Jess, who appears to be the ideal mother, who presents her daughter Betsy at the Emergency Room with an enigmatic head wound, Dr. Liz is faced with a difficult choice: either reporting the case to child protective services or upholding her long-standing friendship.

This six-part series follows a decision so alarming that it might keep any parent awake at night, as it traces how this choice sets off waves throughout their community, offering insights into their lives that they never imagined would be uncovered.

In the lead roles, Diane Kruger and Jo Joyner star in this new thriller. While many of the faces may seem familiar, let’s explore the cast of Little Disasters together to learn more about who plays whom.

Little Disasters cast: Full list of characters and actors in Paramount Plus thriller

For the film “Little Disasters”, here are the main characters and their respective actors. Keep scrolling to learn more about them and where you might have seen some of these performers before.

Diane Kruger as Jess Carrisford
Jo Joyner as Dr Liz Burgess
Shelley Conn as Charlotte Hinman
Emily Taaffe as Mel Quinn
JJ Feild as Ed Carrisford
Ben Bailey Smith as Nick Davis
Stephen Campbell Moore as Rob Baird
Patrick Baladi as Andrew Hinman

Diane Kruger as Jess Carrisford

Who is Jess? She’s the dedicated mother who’s always pursued perfection. Even after welcoming Betsy into their family, while already raising two other sons, Jess found the post-birth phase more challenging than before. However, when she takes Betsy to the emergency room due to an inexplicable injury, her life suddenly spirals out of control and she becomes a prime suspect.

Have I encountered Diane Kruger before? She’s famous for her appearances in movies such as Troy, Inglorious Basterds, and The 355. On television, she might be familiar to you through shows like “The Bridge” or “Swimming with Sharks.

Jo Joyner as Dr Liz Burgess

Who is Liz? Liz is a dedicated A&E doctor who frequently works long hours, making it difficult for her to spend time with her husband and children. Her relationship with Jess was once strong, but something changed between them. When Jess’s baby requires hospitalization, Liz must choose between upholding her professional duties and honoring their friendship ties.

Have you come across Jo Joyner before, given her notable roles as Tanya Branning on EastEnders, as well as appearances in Ackley Bridge, Shakespeare & Hathaway, Riptide, For Her Sins, and The Wives?

Shelley Conn as Charlotte Hinman

Who is Charlotte in this context? She is the sophisticated, career-oriented mother from the friend circle, who rose through the ranks to become a partner at her law firm early on. She shares a long-standing friendship with Ed that dates back to their college days.

Have you come across Shelley Conn before? She’s the actress who played roles in Bridgerton S2, Gen V, Good Omens, and Mistresses. Additionally, she has appeared in Terra Nova, Liar, and Alex Rider.

Emily Taaffe as Mel Quinn

Who is Mel? She’s the youngest member of the group, often taking on the role of a responsible caregiver for Jess and Ed’s kids when situations get tricky. Yet, it turns out she’s also dealing with challenges at home as her partner Rob seems to be making unwise future choices.

Have you come across Emily Taaffe in any of her performances such as The Rising, The Beast Must Die, or Informer? Or perhaps in Little Bird, His House, or The Dig?

JJ Feild as Ed Carrisford

Who exactly is Ed? Well, Ed is a thriving entrepreneur who’s tied the knot with Jess. Due to his demanding work schedule, he frequently works lengthy hours, which sometimes coincided with Betsy’s arrival, making him less available at times.

Have you come across John Joseph Field (JJ Feild) before? He is a popular actor who has been featured in Soulmates, New Amsterdam, The Peripheral, Turn: Washington’s Spies, Captain America: The First Avenger, Northanger Abbey, and Austenland.

Ben Bailey Smith as Nick Davis

Nick is Liz’s significant other, and while he strives to be helpful, he’s growing more and more worried about how she handles her work-related stress – particularly when her choices affect the entire circle of friends.

Have you come across Ben Bailey Smith (also known as Doc Brown) anywhere recently? He’s been featured in the Black Mirror episode titled Bête Noire, as well as Law & Order: UK, 4 O’Clock Club and Andor. Additionally, he has appeared in Des, The Split, The Sixth Commandment and Cleaning Up.

Stephen Campbell Moore as Rob Baird

Is Rob known for being one of the most vocal and passionate individuals within their circle, frequently staying up late to advance his budding record label business?

Have I encountered Stephen Campbell Moore in any of his projects like the sci-fi series War of the Worlds, The One, The Confessions of Frannie Langton, Masters of the Air, or movies such as Red Joan (2019), Downton Abbey, and The Union?

Patrick Baladi as Andrew Hinman

Is it known who Andrew is? Andrew is a husband to Charlotte and, on paper, they seem like an ideal lawyer duo. Yet, as he starts representing Jess, certain flaws in his own marriage start surfacing.

Have you come across Patrick Baladi in any of his TV shows such as The Office, Mistresses, Stella, Marcella and Line of Duty? Or perhaps you’ve seen him in Breeders, Semi-Detached or No Offence?

2025-05-22 11:39