Releasing this week on Disney Plus isPeter Pan & Wendy(2023), a new adaptation of the classic novel byJ.M. Barriethat tells the story of Wendy Darling, a young girl afraid to become an adult who is whisked away to the magical island of Neverland by Peter Pan, a free-spirited and mischievous young boy who fights an ageless battle against the vicious Captain Hook.
Directed byDavid Lowery(Pete’s Dragon), this latest live-action adaptation from Disney re-imagines a classic story for a new generation. Read on for our guide to the cast and characters ofPeter Pan & Wendy.
Peter Pan & Wendy
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Ever Anderson as Wendy Darling
Ever Andersonstars as Wendy Darling, a passionate and outspoken 13-year-old girl who, after hearing the news from her parents that she has been enrolled into boarding school, defiantly tells her parents that she doesn’t want to leave home or become an adult. Peter Pan takes her pleas as a proclamation and whisks Wendy and her brothers to Neverland, where they take part in Peter’s fight against the nefarious Captain Hook.
The daughter of actressMilla Jovovichand directorPaul W.S. Anderson, American actress and model Ever Anderson made her feature film debut inResident Evil: The Final Chapterin which she played a younger Alicia Marcus. Anderson would next star in the MCU filmBlack Widowas a younger version of Natasha Romanoff.
Alexander Molony as Peter Pan
Alexander Molonystars as Peter Pan, a carefree and spirited boy from the magical island of Neverland who “saves” Wendy from adulthood and takes her to his home where she meets Peter’s loyal band of followers, the Lost Boys. Living by the motto “he who dares wins”, the stubborn Peter is embroiled in a war with nemesis Captain Hook, with who he shares a long and complicated history.
English actor Alexander Molony began his career as a voice actor on animation showsRaa Raa the Noisy LionandClaude, before starring in the sitcomThe Reluctant Landlordas the son of comedianRomesh Ranganathan.Peter Pan & Wendywill mark Molony’s feature film debut.
Jude Law as Captain James Hook
Jude Lawstars as Captain James Hook, the nefarious and vindictive one-handed captain of the pirate ship the Jolly Roger, who navigates the waters of Neverland hoping to avoid one menacing crocodile, while also battling against his once best friend turned bitter enemy Peter Pan.
British actor Jude Law began his career on the stage where he received numerous awards and nominations before making his feature film debut in the crime dramaShoppingdirected by Paul W.S. Anderson. Law would next receive acclaim for his roles inWildeoppositeStephen Fryand the sci-thrillerGattacawhich also starredEthan Hawke, before winning a BAFTA Award and Oscar nomination for his turn inThe Talented Mr. Ripley. Acclaimed roles inStevenSpielberg’sA.I. Artificial IntelligenceandSam Mendes’Road to Perditionwould follow, as well as another Oscar nomination for his performance in the Civil War movieCold Mountain. Law has also appeared in major blockbusters such as theFantastic Beastssequels as a young Dumbledore, he played Dr. Watson in theSherlock Holmesmoviesand was Yon-Rogg inCaptain Marvel.
Yara Shahidi as Tinker Bell
Yara Shahidistars as Tinker Bell, the loyal fairy sidekick to Peter Pan who possesses the magic fairy dust which allows people to fly and speaks a fairy language that only Peter can understand. Although Peter often takes Tinker Bell for granted, she is very fond of him.
American actress Yara Shahidi made her film debut at the age of nine in theEddie MurphycomedyImagine That, before starring in the sitcomThe First Family. Shahidi’s breakthrough role would come in the ABC comedy seriesBlack-Ishwhere she played Zoey Johnson, a role she would reprise in the spinoffGrown-ish.
Alyssa Wapanatahk as Tiger Lily
Alyssa Wapanatahkstars as Tiger Lily, an indigenous warrior-woman, and Peter Pan’s elder sibling, who watches over the Lost Boys of Neverland. Calm, collected, and mature, Tiger Lily acts as a guiding star for Wendy.
After starring in several shorts, Canadian actress Alyssa Wapanatahk starred in the psychological dramaBones of Crowsand the comedyRehab. She also appeared in the TV seriesRiverdale.
Jim Gaffigan as Smee
Jim Gaffiganstars as Smee, the trusted yet clueless first mate of Captain Hook who can always be counted for a cup of tea. Somewhat of a father figure to Hook, Smee constantly tries to dampen Hook’s enthusiasm for fighting Peter Pan.
A successful stand-up comedian who has released several popular comedy specials, Jim Gaffigan has also made his mark in film and TV, beginning with notable minor roles in comediesSuper TroopersandThe Love Guru, as well as recurring roles in the sitcomsThe Ellen ShowandMy Boys. After roles inAway We Goand the teen comedy17 Again, Gaffigan would star as a fictionalized version of himself in the well-received yet short-lived sitcomThe Jim Gaffigan Show. The prolific Gaffigan would receive strong notices for his performances in the political biopicChappaquiddickand the comedy-dramaLinoleum.
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Joshua Pickering as John Darling
Joshua Pickeringstars as John Darling, Wendy’s eldest younger brother. Much like his animated counterpart, Pickering’s John never likes to leave the house without his trusted top-hat.
Pickering is relatively new to the scene with his only other major credit being playing Jack Blackfriars on the television seriesA Discovery of Witches.
Jacobi Jupe as Michael Darling
Jacobi Jupestars as Michael Darling, Wendy and John’s younger brother, who joins his siblings on an adventure to Neverland, bringing along his beloved teddy bear, though it is not long until both him and John are captured by Captain Hook and his crew.
Jacobi Jupe is the younger brother ofA Quiet PlacestarNoah Jupe. Prior to his role as Michael, Jupe starred in the seriesBritanniaandTom Jones.
Molly Parker as Mrs. Darling
Molly Parkerstars as Mrs. Darling, the loving and kind mother of Wendy and her brothers who only wants what is best for her children. Although she understands why Wendy doesn’t want to go to boarding school, she knows it’s the right place for her to grow into a more responsible young woman and be a better role model for her brothers.
After years of appearing locally made TV and film productions, Canadian actress Molly Parker’s big breakthrough came in the controversial thrillerKissedin which she played a necrophiliac medical student. Acclaimed performances in independent filmsThe War BrideandThe Center of the Worldwould follow before Parker made her mark on American TV in the acclaimed HBO seriesDeadwoodwhere she played the widow, Alma Garret. For her role as Congresswoman Jacqueline Sharp inHouse of Cards, Parker was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award.
Alan Tudyk as Mr. Darling
Alan Tudykstars as Mr. Darling, the intelligent yet stubborn father of Wendy and her brothers who believes in a no-nonsense approach to raising children. He also believes that Wendy is too old to be playing with her brothers and should focus on becoming a proper young woman and enrolling her in boarding school.
Prolific character actor Alan Tudyk is a consistent presence in TV and film, with roles as diverse as Steve the Pirate in the sports comedyDodgeball: A True Underdog Storyand feared hit-man Elias Marcos in the TV crime seriesJustified. His role of Wash in the sci-fi western seriesSerenityremains a fan favorite, while his voice work inRogue OneandAmerican Dad!speaks to his diverse talent.
