FX’s new Generation Z-led comedy seriesAdultsfeatures a diverse cast of talented comedians and even social media influencers, and it’s worth getting to know all the up-and-coming stars. Thoughreviews forAdultshave been mixed, FX’s new coming-of-age comedy series is still an important mark as a new generation takes center stage. Following in the footsteps of some of thebest sitcoms of all time- such as Generation X’sFriendsand Millennials’Girls-Adultsexplores a group of five members of Gen Z as they try to carve their own path as adults in New York City.
In order to makeAdultsas authentic as possible and accurately depict life as a member of Gen Z, most of the cast ofAdultsis filled with young, up-and-coming comedians and actors. From stand-up comics to TikTok influencers, every actor inAdultsbrings something unique to the table. For many of them,Adultsalso serves as their breakthrough into the world of television. If it continues long enough to become one of thebest shows on Hulu,Adultscould very well make its stars into the next big things in Hollywood, so it’s well worth learning about the cast.
Malik Elassal as Samir
Date of Birth: June 20, 2025
Actor: Malik Elassal was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.Elassal is mostly known for his stand-up comedy, but he had his breakthrough acting role inJoe Pickettwith a small recurring role as Calvin Mendes. As a stand-up comic, Elassal was on Vulture’s “Comedians You Will Know” list in 2024 (viaMarie Claire). As an actor, Elassal has mostly had small roles in television shows and short films, such asResident AlienandFakeland.
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Samir
Character: Malik Elassal plays Samir inAdults. Samir’s parents own the house that the main friend group lives in, and he acts as the defacto leader of the group because of that fact. In the premiere, Samir is concerned that he may have unknowingly been sexually inappropriate with one of his former girlfriends, and he tries to find out if he has.
Lucy Freyer as Billie
Date of Birth: July 30, 2025
Actor: Lucy Freyer was born in Sydney, Australia.Freyer had her breakthrough role in 2023’sPaint, where she played Jenna alongside Owen Wilson. Freyer is also a graduate of Juilliard, the acclaimed acting college, and she won awards for her performance in the stage playThe Wanderers, where she played Esther.
Billie
Character: Lucy Freyer plays Billie inAdults. Billie is a young journalist who tries and fails to rise up the ranks of her news organization, and one of the few members of the friend group with a well-established career trajectory. Unfortunately, in the premiere, Billie’s plans to capitalize on a tragedy backfire in horrible fashion.
Owen Thiele as Anton
Date of Birth: June 19, 2025
Actor: Owen Thiele was born in Houston, Texas.Thiele had his breakthrough acting role in 2023, when he portrayed Gigi Charbonier inTheater Camp. Throughout his career, however, Thiele has had multiple starring roles in television shows likeOvercompensatingandEighty-Sixed, as well as movies likeDollfaceandIdiotka. Thiele actually got his start on YouTube, and outside of acting, he’s a prolific advocate for the LGBTQ+ community. Thiele is also developing a semi-autobiographical series for Prime Video, titledOff-Color.
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Oliver Knowles
Character: Owen Thiele plays Anton inAdults. Anton is a gay man with a work-from-home job, and he was longtime friends with Samir. In the premiere ofAdults, Anton gets in trouble for not totally supporting Kyle’s “cause,” as he thinks Kyle is annoying.
Date of Birth: August 11, 2025
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Actor: Amita Rao got her acting start in Chicago, Illinois' Second City comedy club.Rao had her breakthrough role earlier in 2025, when she had a recurring role as Nandika inDeli Boys. Outside of acting in scripted comedy shows and short films, Rao also does improv and stand-up comedy. Rao even did two showcases forSaturday Night Livebefore landing main roles in two different comedy shows in 2025.
Issa
Character: Amita Rao plays Issa inAdults. Issa is a high-energy, bold, and brash person. She’s dating Paul Baker and trying to convince her roommates to let him live with her, and she often dives headfirst into trouble. In the premiere, Issa inserts herself into Kyle’s media frenzy.
Date of Birth: August 18, 2025
Actor: Jack Innanen was born in Toronto, Ontario.Innanen is actually best known for TikTok, where he produces short-form comedy videos, though he had his acting breakthrough in 2024’sThe Office Movers. As a social media influencer, Innanen has garnered over 3 million followers and has collaborated with luxury fashion brands like Ralph Lauren and Louis Vuitton.Adultsis Innanens' first major scripted acting role on television.
Paul Baker
Character: Jack Innanen plays Paul Baker inAdults. Paul Baker is a newcomer to the group, as he is dating Issa, though he’s quickly accepted as one of them. Described as a “soft boy,” Paul Baker is always referred to by his full name.
Adults Supporting Cast & Characters
Charlie Cox as Mr. Teacher: Charlie Cox plays Mr. Teacher inAdults. Mr. Teacher is Billie and Samir’s former high school teacher, and he reconnects with Billie over the course of the show. Cox is best known for shows like Marvel’sDaredevil, where he played the lead role of Matt Murdock, and movies likeStardust.
Rachel Marsh as Carly: Rachel Marsh plays Carly inAdults. Carly is a former girlfriend of Samir’s, and she gives him some worrying news about their past relationship. Marsh is known for shows likeUnstable, where she played Luna, andFallout, where she played Claudia.
Will Ropp as Kyle Haberman: Will Ropp plays Kyle Haberman inAdults. Kyle is the victim of workplace sexual harassment, and he uses his opportunity to spark a cultural movement. Ropp is best known for movies likeThe Greatest Beer Run EverandThe Fallout.
