Unveiling the Elite Yellowstone Cast in Special Ops Lioness

Summary

Taylor Sheridan, the mastermind behind the hit series Yellowstone, is once again assembling a formidable ensemble of actors for his latest venture, Special Ops: Lioness.

Returning to the Sheridan universe is the talented Dave Annable, known for his captivating portrayal of Lee in Yellowstone, who now steps into the role of Neil, the devoted husband of Zoe Saldaña's character in Special Ops: Lioness.

LaMonica Garrett, famous for his role on the prequel series Yellowstone: 1883, joins Special Ops: Lioness as Tucker, a member of Joe's team. Taylor Sheridan seems to be following Christopher Nolan's example by casting actors he has previously worked with in his new television series, Special Ops: Lioness, for Paramount+. Sheridan is best recognized for co-creating the popular Paramount Network show Yellowstone, as well as creating the successful prequels 1883 and 1923. Yellowstone has consistently been a top-rated television series since its second season debuted in 2019 (initially receiving mixed reviews for its first season before making a comeback in season 2). With Paramount planning numerous spinoffs in this created world by Sheridan, Yellowstone has a promising future.

5 Dave Annable

Besides the overwhelming success of Yellowstone, Sheridan has inked a long-term agreement with ViacomCBS and MTV Entertainment Group that spans until 2028. As part of this fruitful collaboration, the talented filmmaker will continue to deliver a range of captivating projects for the company. Among these is the thrilling series titled Special Ops: Lioness, which made its eagerly anticipated debut on July 23, 2023. This extraordinary show revolves around a Marine, played by the talented Laysla De Oliveira, who forms an unlikely bond with the daughter of a suspected terrorist. The cast of Special Ops: Lioness boasts an ensemble of remarkable actors, including Zoe Saldaña, Nicole Kidman, Morgan Freeman, and Jill Wagner. It's worth mentioning that fans of Yellowstone may have already recognized a few familiar faces while watching the pilot of Sheridan's latest masterpiece.

Dave Annable, a series regular in Special Ops: Lioness, made his debut in Taylor Sheridan's critically acclaimed Paramount Network series, Yellowstone. Although his appearance was brief, spanning just four episodes, Annable portrayed the important role of Lee Dutton, the eldest son of John Dutton (played by Kevin Costner). Tragically, Lee's life was cut short during the pilot episode when he was fatally shot by Robert Long. Despite his short-lived presence, the memory of his character lingers, leaving a profound impact on subsequent episodes.

4 LaMonica Garrett

Although Annable's character met his demise in the very first episode of Yellowstone, his performance left an indelible impact on Sheridan, leading the filmmaker to cast him in the thrilling series, Special Ops: Lioness. In this Paramount+ production, Annable portrays Neil, the devoted husband of Zoe Saldaña's character. While Saldaña's Joe is on a mission to save the world, Neil courageously takes on the responsibility of caring for their two daughters. This undoubtedly puts a strain on their relationship, adding depth to the narrative. In addition to his roles in Yellowstone and Special Ops: Lioness, Annable has showcased his talent in acclaimed shows including Brothers & Sisters, 666 Park Avenue, Red Band Society, This Is Us, and Walker​​​​​.

LaMonica Garrett, known for his role as Tucker in Special Ops: Lioness, initially showcased his talent as Thomas in the Yellowstone prequel 1883. As a Pinkerton agent and former United States Army sergeant, Thomas was a member of the esteemed Buffalo Soldier regiment. Alongside Shea Brennan, portrayed by the esteemed Sam Elliot, Thomas embarked on a journey from Texas to Montana, lending his expertise and guidance to their group. LaMonica Garrett's exceptional performance in Taylor Sheridan's series undoubtedly played a pivotal role in securing his subsequent role in Special Ops: Lioness.

Garrett takes on the character of Tucker, a valued member of Joe's team, in Sheridan's compelling new Paramount+ series. In addition to his roles in 1883 and Special Ops: Lioness, enthusiasts may also recognize the actor from his portrayals as the Monitor and the Anti-Monitor in the Arrowverse on The CW. Prior to this, Garrett made noteworthy appearances in Sons of Anarchy, Suits, Designated Survivor, The Last Ship, and The Terminal List.

3 James Jordan

In Taylor Sheridan's Yellowstone, James Jordan made his debut before joining the cast of Special Ops: Lioness on Paramount+. Within Yellowstone, Jordan portrays Steve Hendon, a Livestock Agent for the Montana Livestock Association. Steve collaborates closely with the Duttons and other cattle ranchers in this Paramount Network series. Interestingly, Jordan also appears in the Yellowstone prequel 1883 as Cookie, a cook for the Texas-Oregon Caravan. This demonstrates Sheridan's admiration for the actor, as he has been cast in three of his projects.

In Special Ops: Lioness, Jordan takes on a distinctively different character compared to his previous roles in Yellowstone and 1883. Within the show, the actor assumes the identity of Two Cups, a member of Joe's team. This particular name potentially sheds light on his persona. Followers of both Yellowstone and Special Ops: Lioness may also recognize Jordan from his notable performances in Veronica Mars, True Blood, and Mayor of Kingstown.

2 Austin Hébert

Austin Hébert's performance in Taylor Sheridan's Yellowstone impressed the filmmaker enough to cast him in Special Ops: Lioness, despite only appearing in one episode. In Yellowstone, Hébert portrayed Peter, an employee of Turek Natural Gas who committed the murder of Sila and attempted to kill Monica Dutton. Monica purposely broke down on the roadside, which prompted Peter to offer her a ride. He then took her to a secluded field with the intention of ending her life. Fortunately, Monica managed to shoot and kill Peter before he could harm her.

In Special Ops: Lioness, Randy, portrayed by Hébert, joins Zoe Saldaña's character's team. In addition to the two Sheridan projects, Hébert has made appearances in various television series and films. Notable credits include True Blood, Longmire, Jack Reacher: Never Go Back, 12 Strong, Unbelievable, Ray Donovan, Above Suspicion, Shot in the Dark, and Ray Donovan: The Movie​​​​​​.

1 Stephanie Nur

Stephanie Nur joins the cast of the highly anticipated 2023 Paramount+ spy thriller series, Special Ops: Lioness. This comes after creator Taylor Sheridan handpicked Nur to portray the character of Aaliyah Amrohi. Prior to this role, Nur played Melodi in the popular Yellowstone prequel, 1883. Melodi appeared in two gripping episodes of the spinoff, where she portrayed a prostitute named Shea Brennan. The encounter takes place at the White Elephant Saloon in the Hells Half Acre district of Fort Worth, Texas. In an attempt to secure her services, Melodi delves into Shea Brennan's painful past, which ultimately fails to persuade him.

After playing Melodi in 1883, Sheridan had Aaliyah Amrohi in mind for her next role in Special Ops: Lioness. Aaliyah, portrayed by Laysla De Oliveira's character Cruz Manuelos, is the daughter of a suspected terrorist. The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) instructs Cruz to befriend Aaliyah as they close in on her billionaire father. The CIA aims to infiltrate the terrorist organization and dismantle it from within, with Cruz acting as their only hope. Alongside her appearances in 1883 and Special Ops: Lioness, Nur has also starred in Cracks in Concrete, The Quest, Four Women and a Funeral, and North of the 10. Additionally, she is anticipated to have a role in the upcoming film, My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3.