Netflix’s upcoming crime drama Nemesis, created by Courtney A. Kemp (Power) and Tani Marole, continues to take shape with a fresh wave of talent joining the cast.
The newest additions—Shane Johnson, Stephanie Sigman, Quincy Isaiah, Jay Reeves, Moe Irvin, Mike O’Malley, Khalilah Joi, and Siua Ikale’o—will appear in recurring roles alongside the previously announced Matthew Law, Y’lan Noel, Gabrielle Dennis, Michael Potts, Cleopatra Coleman, Tre Hale, Ariana Guerra, Domenick Lombardozzi, Jonnie Park, Sophina Brown, Jeff Pierre, and Cedric Joe.
With this latest casting update, Nemesis further deepens its ensemble, bringing together veterans from across prestige TV, fan-favorite dramas, and breakout streaming hits.
The Story
Set in Los Angeles, Nemesis is a gritty, psychological crime thriller that explores what happens when two powerful men on opposite sides of the law collide.
Y’lan Noel plays Coltrane Wilder, an elite criminal and mastermind behind a tight-knit crew. Opposite him is Matthew Law as Isaiah Stiles, a brilliant LAPD detective whose relentless pursuit of justice brings him face-to-face with Wilder.
As their deadly game unfolds, the series promises explosive heists, tangled loyalties, and deep family dynamics—while subverting every expectation of the crime genre along the way.
Meet the New Recurring Cast & Their Characters
The newest actors joining Nemesis will appear in pivotal supporting roles, each adding new tension and perspective to the show’s ever-expanding world:
- Shane Johnson (Power, Power Book II: Ghost) reunites with Kemp to play Harvey
- Stephanie Sigman as Detective Nicolette Harper
- Quincy Isaiah as Gideon “Deon” Davis
- Jay Reeves as Jamel Brinkley
- Moe Irvin as Amos “Nightmare” Stiles
- Mike O’Malley as Detective Rick Viggiano
- Khalilah Joi as Ella Wilder
- Siua Ikale’o as Ika Manakani
Previously Announced Series Regulars
- Matthew Law as Isaiah Stiles
- Y’lan Noel as Coltrane Wilder
- Cleopatra Coleman as Ebony Wilder
- Tre Hale as Darren “Stro” Stroman
- Ariana Guerra as Detective Yvette Cruz
- Domenick Lombardozzi as Dave Cerullo
- Jonnie Park as Chris Choi
- Gabrielle Dennis as Candace Stiles
- Michael Potts as James Sealey
- Sophina Brown as Charlie
- Jeff Pierre as Malik Jacobs
- Cedric Joe as Noah Stiles
Creative Team and Production
Nemesis is the first project under Courtney A. Kemp’s overall deal with Netflix. She serves as showrunner and executive producer, alongside Tani Marole, Chris Selak (End of Episode), and Philipp Barnett.
Mario Van Peebles (Power Book III: Raising Kanan) will direct and executive produce the first two episodes.
Filming is currently underway in Los Angeles, with Kemp emphasizing the importance of grounding the series in a city that reflects the cultural, political, and emotional complexity of the world her characters navigate.
“Tani and I are excited to bring a hard-hitting psychological crime drama to Netflix—specific in location, but broad in universal themes of right and wrong, love and loss, and loyalty versus self-preservation,” Kemp previously shared.
Netflix’s VP of Studio Scripted Series, Nne Ebong, added:
“Viewers are in for a ride with Nemesis, Courtney and Tani’s bold take on the crime drama genre. Courtney’s shows have proven to dominate culture and conversation, and it’s exciting to have this be the first project from our creative partnership.”
With a powerhouse lineup in front of the camera and a visionary team behind it, Nemesis is shaping up to be one of Netflix’s most thrilling and thought-provoking new series.
No official premiere date has been announced, but production is in full swing—and this face-off is one we’ll be watching closely.