Jack Ryan: Ghost War Cast Guide: Who’s Playing Who in John Krasinski Led Thriller?

Jack Ryan: Ghost War features John Krasinski’s titular character being pulled back into the dangerous world of espionage. He dives into a high-level intelligence operation, which quickly turns personal, as Ryan realizes the enemy seems to be aware of each move his team makes.

Most importantly, we see him reuniting with trusted allies and also joining forces with new ones. Which means, the cast of the Krasinski starrer will be packed with familiar and fresh actors. So, let’s take a look at who they are and what characters they are set to play in the upcoming action thriller movie!

John Krasinski as Jack Ryan

John Krasinski transformed himself into a credible action star after playing Jim Halpert on The Office, a successful role that made people question whether he could ever be Jack Ryan. But he did it so well that now we have a Prime Original movie where Krasinski’s Ryan is thrust back into the world of espionage. He is the fifth actor to portray Ryan on screen, and also serves as co-producer and co-writer of the movie, which shows how deeply involved he is in the saga. 

Wendell Pierce as James Greer

Wendell Pierce is among television’s most respected actors, and we all love him for his role as Detective Bunk Moreland in The Wire. He has built such a distinguished career, earning multiple accolades across stage, film, and television. Pierce portrayed James Greer across all four seasons of Jack Ryan, and now he’s back in Ghost War as the CIA’s deputy director. 

Michael Kelly as Mike November 

Another fan-favorite among the cast is Michael Kelly, who proved his acting talent by playing Doug Stamper in House of Cards. This role earned him multiple Primetime Emmy nominations, and some of his other notable works include Dawn of the Dead, Challenging, Chronicle, and Everest. In Jack Ryan: Ghost War, Kelly will reprise his role as the former CIA station chief turned private security contractor. His character is named Mike November, and viewers are more than excited to see him and Ryan team up again! 

Betty Gabriel as Elizabeth Wright 

Betty Gabriel appeared in Jordan Peele’s Get Out, and her performance as Georgina was simply incredible! She joined Jack Ryan in Season 3, playing Elizabeth Wright, who is Jack’s no-nonsense boss and a high-level CIA official. Her character navigates a predominantly white male organization, and does it effectively with quiet authority. In Ghost War, she returns as CIA director and has now risen to the very top of the hierarchy. 

Sienna Miller as Emma Marlowe 

A fresh addition to the saga is Sienna Miller, who is known for her roles in Layer Cake, Alfie, and more. In Ghost War, she plays Emma Marlowe, an MI6 officer who enters the story by pointing a gun at Jack Ryan. We are initially skeptical of whether she is part of the problem or the solution, but the trailer suggests she’ll likely team up with Krasinski’s leading man. 

Khalid Laith as Jamal Ali 

Khalid Laith has appeared in some prominent projects like World War Z, The Devil’s Double, and Occupation. In Jack Ryan: Ghost War, he will play a character named Jamal Ali, but we don’t know much about his role yet. 

Diarmuid de Faoite as Arthur the Barman

Diarmuid de Faoite is an Irish actor and writer, and is a deeply versatile talent. He leads an Irish-language series called Corp+Anam. His film credits include The Watchers, Black ’47, and Pilgrimage. De Faoite will appear as Arthur the Barman in Ghost War, which could be a small but important role, since most spy thriller fans know that local barkeeps often hear and see more than anyone suspects! 

McKenna Bridger

Next on the list is McKenna Bridger, a rising young actress who has been quietly building an impressive career. She is known for her roles in Three Months to Break Your Heart, Houseplant, and Tell Me Not to Love You. Her role in Ghost War remains undisclosed, but we hope she gets her time to shine! 

Max Beesley 

Max Beesley is an accomplished actor who appeared in Hijack, Operation Fortune, The Gentleman, Suits, and James Town. Though we don’t know who he’ll portray in Ghost War, it will likely be an interesting character because how could they let a seasoned talent like that go to waste?

Douglas Hodge 

Douglas Hodge is one of the most respected artists in Britain, and a genuine triple threat! He has received the Olivier Award for Best Actor and has also taken home a Tony Award. On screen, he played Alfred Pennyworth in Joker, and was also part of Red Sparrow, The Great, Penny Dreadful, and Black Mirror. His specific character in Ghost War has not been revealed, but we have high hopes! 

JJ Feild 

JJ Feild’s range spans period drama, action blockbusters, and prestige television. He has appeared in Captain America: The First Avenger, Austenland, Centurion, and more. Like some other cast members in Ghost War, Feild’s character will likely appear when the movie unfolds in London or the surrounding areas. 

Here’s an overview of all the actors who are a part of Jack Ryan: Ghost War

Actor	Character
John Krasinski	Jack Ryan
Sienna Miller	Emma Marlowe
Khalid Laith	Jamal Ali
Diarmuid de Faoite	Arthur the Barman
Michael Kelly	Mike November
Wendell Pierce	James Greer
JJ Feild	–
Douglas Hodge	–
Max Beesley	–
Betty Gabriel	Elizabeth Wright
Dominic Mafham	MI6 Chief Arnold
Tom Johnson	Pedestrian
Bobby Holland Hanton	Runner 2 (credit only)
Alex Brockdorff	Actor
Billy Clements	Jimenez
Geneva Meredith	Tourist
Rob Guglielmo	Wall Street Businessman
James Wright	Londoner
Luke Donnelly	Police Officer
Ikky Kabir	Delivery Driver
Adam Bernett	Patrick Klinghoffer
Patrick Pearson	British Military
Emi Aramaki	Flight Attendant
Akbar Kurtha	Wealth Management Executive
Liam Edwards	British Soldier
Mykyta Rozenko	Pakistani Officer
Mehr Hussain	Board Room Member
Cristina Grigore	Board Room Member
Chuka Ekweogwu	Dhow Passenger
Khalid Saeed	Police Officer
Keshav Shree	Bashir Ghazali
Najmeddin AlHadad	Wiry Man
Khaled Salah Salem	Marina Pedestrian
Vishal Gupta	Market Goer
Vladyslav Yalenko	Marina Pedestrian
Bern Collaço	British Military Officer Lt. 2nd in Command (uncredited)
Spoon Cook	Police Officer in Kandura #3 (uncredited)
Stuart Whelan	MI6 Officer (uncredited)
Mckenna Bridger	NA

Now, let’s look at a few questions that readers might have:

Now, that’s an exciting mix of fan favorites and intriguing new characters. So, who are you most excited to see in Jack Ryan: Ghost War? And do you think the movie will live up to its hype? Let us know!

Jack Ryan: Ghost War will stream on Prime Video on May 20, 2026 (USA).