La Palma Cast and Character Guide

Netflix La Palma includes a large cast of new and experienced actors. Directed by Kasper Barfoed, the non-English-language Netflix original series follows a group of characters on the westernmost island of the Canary Islands called La Palma as they face a dangerous ecological crisis. The series' combination of family loyalty, great visual effects, and an engaging storyline made it a hit on the streaming platform.

Although several films and TV shows depict natural disasters, there is something unique about La Palma. The series is intriguing from the first episode and gets better as more information is revealed. Every cast member in the Netflix miniseries delivers excellent performances and perfectly portrays the fear that comes with learning that the world may be coming to an end.

Anders Baasmo Christiansen as Frederik

Date of birth: January 29, 1976

Actor: Born in Hamar, Norway, Anders Baasmo Christiansen got his big break as Stig Inge Otnes in the 2003 film, Partner. Following his breakout role, Christiansen starred in notable films and TV shows such as The Arctic Convoy, Makta, Exitand The Burning Sea. The Norwegian actor is best known for his roles in Kon-Tiki, Welcome to Norwayand The King's Choice.

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Character: Frederik is Jennifer's husband and Sara and Tobias' father. While on vacation in La Palma, the island begins to experience an ecological crisis and Frederik and Jennifer must put their differences aside and work together to keep their family safe.

Ingrid Bolso Berdal as Jennifer

Date of birth: March 2, 1980

Actor: Although Ingrid Bolsø Berdal is now famous for starring in several notable films and TV shows, she started out as a singer before working in theater. The actor, who was born in Utøy, Nord-Trøndelag, Norway became successful due to her role as Jannicke in the 2006 film, Cold Fang. Since then, she has starred Western World, Hercules, Chernobyl Diaries, Stardustand Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters.

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Character: Jennifer is Frederik's wife and mother of Sara and Tobias. Unlike her husband, Jennifer wants to enjoy her vacation in La Palma, which causes a disagreement between her and Frederik. Jennifer's new outlook on life is a source of discord in her marriage.

Alma Günther as Sara

Date of birth: July 2006

Actor: Alma Günther is a promising young Norwegian actress who got his big break on the sitcom Side by side. The actress is best recognized for her roles in Welcome to Utmark, Gledelig Julyand porn.

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Character: Fredik and Jennifer's oldest daughter, Sara, is struggling to discover herself. Upon meeting Charlie in La Palma, the solemn teenager learns to let go and have fun.

Thea Sofie Loch Næss as Marie

Date of birth: November 26, 1996

Actor: Thea Sofie Loch Næss rose to fame after starring as Thea, the main character of A night in Oslo. The actress is best known for her roles in the Netflix series The Last Kingdom, Polaroid, Arctic Voidand Hjerteslag. The ugly stepsister, After the partyand X are your next projects.

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Character: Marie is a researcher studying whether changes in groundwater levels can indicate changes in the physicality of mountains. Marie has a dark past and a brother she has to constantly look after. It is she who raises the alarm about the approaching ecological crisis.

Bernard Storm Lager as Tobias

Date of birth: unknown

Actor: Bernard Storm Lager is a young actor who was born in Norway. La Palma is Bernard Storm Lager's first major role.

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Character: Tobias is the youngest son of Fredrik and Jennifer. Tobias is on the autism spectrum and likes things to be presented a certain way. Although his family loves him, they have encountered challenges raising him.

Ólafur Darri Ólafsson as Haukur

Date of birth: March 3, 1973

Actor: Best known for his role as Andri in CorneredThe Icelandic-American writer was born in Connecticut. Ólafur Darri Ólafsson's film and TV career includes roles in The Tourist, Meg, Terminationand Operation Napoleon.

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Character: Haukur is Marie's colleague who helps her investigate what is causing the ecological devastation on La Palma. Although Haukur did not appear in every episode of the series, he was one of the most significant characters in La Palmafirst episode.

Jorge de Juan as Álvaro

Date of birth: June 6, 1961

Actor: The Spanish actor Jorge de Juan's breakout role was in the 1982 film, Bicycles are for summer. The renowned actor, director and producer also starred Ulise's syndrome, Beltenebros, Open your eyesand Luna Game.

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Character: Álvaro is Marie and Huakur's boss. Although Álvaro knows that there is a strong possibility that Marie's investigation is correct, he is reluctant to warn the people of the island due to how his news of the impending destruction has been received in the past.

Cast and supporting characters of La Palma

Ruth Lecuona as Anna: Ruth Lecuona's acting career includes roles in Masks and What are you waiting?.

Amund Harboe as Erik: Around Harboe is best known for his role as Christian Nyman in State of happiness. He also starred Memorize and Huldedrans.

Jenny Evensen as Charlie: Born on July 13, 2006, Jenny Evensen is known for her roles in Like me, Krakenand porn.

Iselin Shumba Skjæveslandn as Karin: Born on December 28, 1984, the Norwegian actress is known for her roles in Ragnarok, Eternaland The machinery.

Thorbjørn Harr as Jens: Thorbjørn Harr takes on the role of Jens, Jennifer's brother in La Palma. The 50-year-old Norwegian actor is best known for his roles in Go, Barnand July 22.