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Hedda has just arrived on Prime Video after its initial US cinema release, and it's already receiving glowing reviews. Boasting a 90% Rotten Tomatoes score, the film has been hailed as a "smouldering update on Henrik Ibsen's seminal play". The narrative centres on the titular character, who finds herself newly wed yet utterly disillusioned with married life. Being a General's daughter, she yearns for an opulent lifestyle but lacks the personal resources to achieve it. Here's everything you need to know about the cast of this 2025 adaptation. The leading role is portrayed by Tessa Thompson, a 42 year old American performer. She gained recognition through her performances in Creed and Thor: Ragnarok, alongside her starring turn in Men in Black: International. The singer-songwriter Zsela is her half-sibling. Thea is brought to life by Imogen Poots, a 36 year old English performer recognised for portraying Tammy in the post-apocalyptic horror 28 Weeks Later. On television, she's likely most familiar for her appearances in Roadies, I Know This Much Is True and Outer Range. George is portrayed by Tom Bateman, a 36 year old British performer celebrated for his work in Da Vinci's Demons and Murder on the Orient Express. He's been romantically linked with actress Daisy Ridley since 2017, having met her during filming, and they're now wed. Roland is brought to life by Nicholas Pinnock, a 52 year old British performer recognised for portraying Aaron Wallace in For Life. He is also recognised for his portrayal of Truman Dawes in the Peacock crime drama Long Bright River. Eileen is brought to life by Nina Hoss, a German stage, film and television actress renowned for her roles in Homeland and Jack Ryan. After a 12-year relationship, she tied the knot with British music producer Alex Silva in 2015. Bertie is portrayed by Kathryn Hunter, born Aikaterini Hadjipateras. The 68 year old actress of Greek descent is known for her role as Arabella Figg in the Harry Potter film series. She has also appeared in Andor and The Tragedy of Macbeth. Until his passing in 2022, she was married to actor Marcello Magni. Professor Greenwood is played by Finbar Lynch, a 66 year old Irish actor notable for his roles in Proof and DCI Banks. He is wedded to actress Niamh Cusack, and they have a son, Calam, who has followed in their acting footsteps. Tabitha is portrayed by Mirren Mack, a 27 year old Scottish actress who played Kaya in the BBC drama The Nest. She is also recognised for her roles in Sex Education and The Witcher: Blood Origin. David is brought to life by Jamael Westman, a British actor primarily known for his stage work. He took on the title role in a West End production of Hamilton, earning him a Laurence Olivier Award nomination. On the small screen, he has starred in Anne Boleyn and The Essex Serpent. Jane is portrayed by Saffron Hocking, a 31 year old British actress known for her roles in White Gold and Top Boy. Her performance as Lauryn Lawrence in Top Boy earned her a BAFTA nomination for Best Supporting Actress. Hedda is being shown on Prime Video.
