A character guide for Showtime’s “Let The Right One In,” with character descriptions, quotes, names of actors, and more.
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A character guide for Showtime’s “Let The Right One In,” with character descriptions, quotes, names of actors, and more.
Please Note: This content contains pertinent spoilers, descriptions are updated as new information is presented, images changed as better ones are captured, and this is not an exhaustive list of every cast member, guest star, or reoccurring role.
General Information
| Network(s) | Showtime |
| Created By | Andrew Hinderaker |
| Based On | The Novel Lat Den Ratte Komma In by John Ajvide Lindqvist |
| First Aired | October 7th, 2022 |
| Executive Produced By | Seith Mann, Andrew Hinderaker, Becky Clements |
| Showrunner(s) | Andrew Hinderaker |
Groups & Organizations
- Stargazers (1.6): A group of teens and tweens who were interested in astronomy
- AKL (1.8): The name of Arthur’s company
Notable Locations & Items
- Beta’s (1.1): Zeke’s restaurant that he started with Mark
- Fourth Floor (1.1): Where Mark and Naomi’s family live in their apartment complex
- New York City (1.1): Where the show takes place
Terminology
- Mitigan (1.6): The name of Arthur’s drug
Other Noteworthy Information
- Vampire Rules (1.1): Vampires can’t walk in sunlight
- Invitation (1.2): Vampires have to be invited into people’s homes
- Changes (1.1): Unlike the Swedish film adaptation in 2008, Eleanor’s gender appears to be firmly female
- Also, unlike the Hollywood American remake from 2010, a movie starring Chloe Grace Moretz and Kodi Smit-McPhee, the lead roles are played by people of color
- Time Jump (1.5): It’s revealed that Claire, Matthew, Arthur, and Peter are operating two months earlier than the rest of the characters until this episode
- Time Passing (1.6): It has been around 10 years, 9 months, and four days since Eleanor was turned.
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Eleanor (Madison Taylor Baez)
Eleanor is a vampire who is eternally a pre-teen. But, being a vampire, the need for blood, is a minor part of Eleanor’s life. Her dream, especially before being attacked, was to study the stars and it is at a camp, just for that, she was attacked.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Anything For Blood”
- The Actor Is Also Known For Playing: Young Selena in “Selena: The Series”
- Based On (Series): Eli
- Aspirations (1.6): Wanted to get her master’s in astrophysics
- Birthday (1.6): October 20th
- Age (1.7): She was turned when she was 12
- Age Now (1.9): Noted as 22
Quotes
Isaiah (Ian Foreman)
It isn’t clear when 12-year-old Isaiah got into magic, but it has become something he has dedicated his life to. Because of this, he deals with bullies, seems to lack friendship, and even his mother, Naomi, appears to wish her son would tone down who he is or even be someone else for his own safety.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Anything For Blood”
- The Actor Is Also Known For Playing: Playing a yet unnamed character in “I Saw The TV Glow”
- Grade (1.2): Isaiah is in 7th grade
- Based on (Series): Oskar
Quotes
Mark Kane (Demián Bichir)
Mark, at one time, was a notable chef, working with Zeke to get the restaurant “Beta’s” started. However, between Eleanor becoming a vampire and the death of his wife, he has become a bit of a nomad with his daughter. All in the pursuit of finding a cure.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Anything For Blood”
- The Actor Is Also Known For Playing: Esteban Reyes in “Weeds,” Bob in “The Hateful Eight” and Walter Simmons in “Godzilla vs. Kong”
- Leaving His Imprint (1.2): Mark chose not only Beta’s original menu but also hired its original staff, and one of his dishes are an unmovable part of the menu.
- Murder Estimate (1.10): Mark has murdered an estimated 100+ child predators
Quotes
I can’t be forgiven if I keep committing the same sin.
— Mark (1.6)
Naomi (Anika Noni Rose)
A former singer turned homicide detective, Naomi seems to parent from the place of knowing what it means for a dream to die and trying to exist in some sense of normalcy.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Anything For Blood”
- The Actor Is Also Known For Playing: Tiana (voice) in “Princess and the Frog,” Lorrell Robinson in “Dreamgirls (2006),” and Dr. Eva Fletcher in “The Quad”
Quotes
I may not be objective, but I’m not stupid.
— Naomi (1.9)
Frank (Ato Essandoh)
Frank is Isaiah’s father, Naomi’s ex, whose run-in with the law, and issues with drugs and potentially alcohol, put a strain on his relationship with Naomi. As for Isaiah, his lack of consistency displeases Naomi, but Isaiah is still at the point of being willing to forgive his father if he changes his habits.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Anything For Blood”
- The Actor Is Also Known For Playing: Isidore Latham in “Chicago Med,” Vernon Elliot in “Altered Carbon” and Titembay in “Garden State”
Quotes
Peter (Jacob Buster)
Peter is Arthur’s son, Claire’s little brother, who is a vampire – likely bit by the same one who turned Eleanor into a vampire since they went to the same camp where it happened.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Anything For Blood”
- The Actor Is Also Known For Playing: Jordan in “Colin in Black & White,” and Charlie Bowman in “Colony”
- Age (1.6): He was turned at 15
Quotes
Arthur (Zeljko Ivanek)
Arthur is Peter and Claire’s father who made his wealth by making a pain killer that was made to not be addictive. However, when melted, it was highly addictive and Claire, because her dad didn’t withdraw his drug, thinks all the lawsuits against him were justified. Though you can’t discount, because Arthur was more of a provider, financially, than a father, in terms of being present, their relationship is strained.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Anything For Blood”
- The Actor Is Also Known For Playing: Russell Jackson in “Madam Secretary,” Magister in “True Blood,” and Emile Danko in “Heroes”
Quotes
Claire (Grace Gummer)
Claire, like her father, became a doctor. Her focus is on diseases, though, and it seems she moved across the country to get away from her dad, and even with her father in his last days, she has almost no desire to reconcile. At least until she learns Peter, the boy she raised due to her father’s absence, isn’t dead.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Anything For Blood”
- The Actor Is Also Known For Playing: Dominique DiPierro in “Mr. Robot,” and Penny/ Millie in “American Horror Story”
- Grant Award (1.10): She won a MacArthur
Quotes
Zeke (Kevin Carroll)
Zeke is the owner of “Beta’s,” a James Beard finalist, and he was Mark’s best friend at one time. However, between Elizabeth choosing Mark over Zeke, Elizabeth’s death, and Mark having to travel the world, hoping to find a cure for Eleanor, their relationship has become strained. Especially since Zeke, multiple times, has been asked for money to fund Mark’s travels and expenses.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Anything For Blood”
- The Actor Is Also Known For Playing: Rayfield Mooty in “Till,” Alton Williams in “Snowfall,” and John Murphy in “The Leftovers”
- Favorite Car (1.2): A 7 Series BMW
Quotes
Matthew (Nick Stahl)
Matthew is Arthur’s assistant, is the only other person who knows about Peter, and often helps when it comes to Peter’s feedings by either donating his blood, or finding victims.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 2 “Intercessor”
- The Actor Is Also Known For Playing: Roark Jr in “Sin City (2005),” and John Connor in “Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines”
- Background (1.3): He’s a veteran
- Background Part 2 (1.6): He enlisted at 18 as the only other option for him would be becoming homeless and within 6 months, he was in combat
- Dietary Habits (1.6): He is vegan
Quotes
Elizabeth (Fernanda Andrade)
Elizabeth is Eleanor’s mother and Mark’s wife.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 2 “Intercessor”
- The Actor Is Also Known For Playing: Wendy Spector in “Moon Knight”
- Fears (1.6): She was afraid of heights
- Death (1.7): Died in an effort to keep Eleanor alive
Quotes
Danielle (Caroline Neff)
Danielle is the current head chef of Beta’s
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 2 “Intercessor”
- The Actor Is Also Known For Playing: Olive Morgan in “Chicago P.D”
Quotes
Ben (Jimmie Saito)
Ben is Naomi’s partner on the force
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 2 “Intercessor”
- The Actor Is Also Known For Playing: Scott in “Sweetbitter,” and Chief Eric Kamura in “Power Book II: Ghost”
Quotes
Roland (Josh Wingate)
Roland is a gangster who likely is part of the network leading to the new drugs which produce vampire-like looks and abilities
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 2 “Intercessor”
- The Actor Is Also Known For Playing: Caine in “The Rookie”
Quotes
Abel (Chance Smith)
Abel is the leader of the group who bullies Isaiah
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 3
- The Actor Is Also Known For Playing: Josh Martin in “For Life”
Quotes
Tanya (Tanairi Vazquez)
Tanya is one of the employees at Beta’s who takes a potentially romantic interest in Mark.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 4
- The Actor Is Also Known For Playing: Charita in “West Side Story” and Tammy in “A Luv Tale: The Series”
Quotes
Jason (Malachi Weir)
Jason leads a NA group that Xavier was part of, and that was potentially preyed upon by Frank.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 4
- The Actor Is Also Known For Playing: Lonnie in “Billions”
Quotes
Xavier (Chad Pierre Vann)
Xavier is an addict that Naomi kills after he attacks Ben and sets her on a journey to discover the new drug that has taken Manhattan by storm.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 4
Quotes
The Vampire Who Attacked Eleanor and Peter (Gabriel Ebert)
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 6
- The Actor’s Past and Future Roles Include: Colonel Wentworth Higginson in “Dickinson”
Quotes
Chris (Cole Doman)
Chris is someone Claire pushes Peter to make into a vampire for her to experiment on.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 8
- The Actor’s Past and Future Roles Include: Rex Huntington in “Gossip Girl”
Quotes
Debra Harper (Dale Dickey)
Debra is an INTERPOL agent who has been tracking cases, which originated in Canada, that appear to her to link to Naomi’s case in New York City.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 9
- The Actor’s Past and Future Roles Include: Beverly in “A League Of Their Own,” Juanda Husser in “Claws,” and Patty in “My Name Is Earl.”
Quotes
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