Cast of Silo (Season 1-2) | Meet the Characters Behind the Apocalypse

Created by Graham Yost.

Silo premiered on May 5, 2023.

Distributed by Apple TV+.

Series Review

Apple TV+’s Silo is a standout dystopian thriller that masterfully blends suspense, mystery, and deep character drama.

Based on Hugh Howey’s Wool novels, the series is set in a massive underground silo where humanity believes the outside world is deadly.

When engineer Juliette Nichols (Rebecca Ferguson) becomes sheriff, she uncovers secrets that challenge everything the silo’s residents have been told.

With powerful performances by Ferguson, Tim Robbins, Common, and Harriet Walter, the series explores themes of control, truth, and survival.

The production design is impressively claustrophobic and immersive, while the storytelling is layered and thought-provoking.

Silo delivers both tension and emotional depth, earning praise for its slow-burn narrative and gripping world-building.

As it moves toward its final seasons, Silo promises more revelations and high-stakes twists.

A must-watch for fans of smart, socially relevant sci-fi.

Ratings:

• Rotten Tomatoes: 90%

• IMDb: 8.1/10

• Metacritic: 75/100

• Google Audience Score: 86% liked this film.

Silo TV Series Actors

Rebecca Ferguson as Juliette Nichols

DOB: October 19, 1983

Bio: Born in Stockholm to a working-class family, Ferguson began her career on Swedish television before moving to international projects.

A classically trained singer and actress, she speaks five languages and has performed stunts in her blockbuster films.

Beyond acting, she advocates for environmental conservation and serves on the board of a Swedish clean-energy nonprofit.

Role: Juliette Nichols, Mechanical engineer turned Sheriff of Silo 18, who uncovers the silo’s darkest secrets.

Seasons & Episodes: 1–2, 20 episodes

What to Expect: A fierce, determined heroine whose technical mind and moral compass drive the series forward.

Favorite Things: Restoring vintage machinery, Nordic folk music, and sailing on Stockholm’s archipelago.

Notable Works: Mission: Impossible series, Dune, The Greatest Showman.

Common as Robert Sims

DOB: March 13, 1972

Bio: Raised on Chicago’s South Side, Common began as a rapper before earning a Grammy and an Oscar.

He is a dedicated activist, focusing on criminal justice reform and youth mentorship programs in urban communities.  

Role: Robert Sims, head of Silo security whose quiet authority hides personal traumas.

Seasons & Episodes: 1–2, 20 episodes

What to Expect: A poised, principled protector whose alliances may shift as truths emerge.

Favorite Things: Jazz vinyl collecting, community basketball leagues, and poetry slams.

Notable Works: Selma, John Wick: Chapter 2, The Hate U Give.

Tim Robbins as Bernard Holland

DOB: October 16, 1958

Bio: Born in West Covina, California, and raised in New York City’s Greenwich Village, Tim Robbins is the son of folk musician Gil Robbins and actress Mary Robbins.

He began his acting career in the early 1980s and gained prominence with roles in films like Bull Durham (1988), The Player (1992), and The Shawshank Redemption (1994). 

Role: Bernard Holland, head of Silo IT whose adherence to protocol masks deep-seated doubts.

Seasons & Episodes: 1–2, 20 episodes

What to Expect: A restrained performance that crackles when Holland’s duty clashes with conscience.

Favorite Things: Teaching film workshops, political commentary, and hiking California’s trails.

Notable Works: Mystic River, The Shawshank Redemption, Bull Durham.

Harriet Walter as Martha Walker

DOB: September 24, 1950

Bio: Dame Harriet Mary Walter is a distinguished British actress renowned for her extensive work in classical theatre, particularly with the Royal Shakespeare Company.

She has portrayed a range of Shakespearean characters, including Ophelia, Lady Macbeth, Cleopatra, Brutus, Henry IV, and Prospero in various acclaimed productions. 

Role: Martha Walker, veteran engineer who mentors Juliette and guards the silo’s mechanisms.

Seasons & Episodes: 1–2, 20 episodes

What to Expect: A warm yet formidable presence, offering wisdom and unexpected resilience.

Favorite Things: Shakespearean recitals, gardening heirloom herbs, and afternoon tea rituals.

Notable Works: Killing Eve, Succession, Brian and Maggie.

Chinaza Uche as Paul Billings

DOB: September 20, 1987

Bio: Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, Chinaza Uche is of Nigerian descent and was raised in the United States.

He earned his MFA from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts. Uche has built a reputation in independent film, television, and theater.

While he has spoken about themes related to identity and representation, there is no public record confirming he co-founded a mental health theater program.

Role: Paul Billings, chief deputy wrestling with “the Syndrome” and his loyalty to duty.

Seasons & Episodes: 1–2, 20 episodes

What to Expect: A layered portrayal of strength and vulnerability amid personal struggle.

Favorite Things: Afrobeats dance workshops, vintage watch collecting, and urban sketching.

Notable Works: A Good Person, Come Home.

Avi Nash as Lukas Kyle

DOB: January 24, 1991

Bio: Born in Los Angeles to an Indo-Guyanese father and a mother from Mumbai, Avi Nash experienced a nomadic upbringing across the United States, including New Jersey, Georgia, and Texas.

He began his higher education at Stanford University, majoring in Mathematical and Computational Sciences while also studying architecture. 

Role: Lukas Kyle, curious IT analyst drawn to forbidden silo lore.

Seasons & Episodes: 1–2, 20 episodes

What to Expect: A quietly intense performance as Lukas’s discoveries tilt the balance of power.

Favorite Things: Coding open-source projects, spelunking urban caves, and late-night jazz.

Notable Works: The Walking Dead, Learning to Drive.

Remmie Milner as Shirley Campbell

DOB: August 1, 1989

Bio: Born in Croydon, Surrey, England, Remmie Milner is a British actress known for her work in television and theater. She trained at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School.

Milner has appeared in various productions, including “His Dark Materials” (2019), “Save Me” (2018), and “A Christmas Carol” (2019). 

Role: Shirley Campbell, Mechanical engineer and Juliette’s steadfast friend.

Seasons & Episodes: 1–2, 20 episodes

What to Expect: Loyal support and moral courage when faced with the silo’s darkest truths.

Favorite Things: Street photography, indie rock concerts, and experimental ceramics.

Notable Works: His Dark Materials,Save Me, A Christmas Carol.

Shane McRae as Knox

DOB: July 23, 1977

Bio: Born in Gainesville, Florida, and raised in Starkville, Mississippi, Shane McRae is an American actor with a strong background in theater.

He earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Evansville and later obtained his Master of Fine Arts from New York University’s Graduate Acting Program in 2003.

Role: Knox, Mechanical supervisor whose pragmatism clashes with Juliette’s idealism.

Seasons & Episodes: 1–2, 20 episodes

What to Expect: A tough, practical edge that softens as Knox’s backstory unfolds.

Favorite Things: Rock climbing, BBQ cook-offs, and vintage motorcycle restoration.

Notable Works: Sneaky Pete, The Help, The Adjustment Bureau, Still Alice.

Rick Gomez as Patrick Kennedy

DOB: June 1, 1972

Bio: Born in Bayonne, New Jersey, Rick Gomez is an American actor and voice actor.

He is best known for portraying Technician Fourth Grade George Luz in the HBO miniseries Band of Brothers and “Endless Mike” Hellstrom in the Nickelodeon series The Adventures of Pete & Pete. 

Role: Patrick Kennedy, relic-smuggling maintenance worker with secret knowledge of the silo’s past.

Seasons & Episodes: 1–2, 20 episodes

What to Expect: A roguish charm and unexpected heroism when Kennedy’s secrets come to light.

Favorite Things: Comic-book collecting, retro video-game tournaments, and woodworking.

Notable Works: Band of Brothers, Sin City.

Iain Glen as Dr. Pete Nichols

DOB: June 24, 1961

Bio: Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, Iain Glen is a distinguished Scottish actor with a career spanning stage, film, and television.

He was educated at the Edinburgh Academy and the University of Aberdeen before training at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in London, where he graduated in 1985, earning the prestigious Bancroft Gold Medal. 

Role: Dr. Pete Nichols, Juliette’s father and silo pediatrician hidden in the Mids.

Seasons & Episodes: 1–2, 20 episodes

What to Expect: A compassionate performance as Pete’s dual roles bind father and daughter.

Favorite Things: Landscape painting, historical novels, and salmon fishing in the Highlands.

Notable Works: Game of Thrones, Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City.

Caitlin Zoz as Kathleen Billings

DOB: N/A

Bio: Originally from Glastonbury, Connecticut, Caitlin Zoz is a New York and London-based artist with over 15 years of experience as an actor, director, voice-over artist, and theatrical producer.

She earned her BFA in acting from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, specifically from the Experimental Theatre Wing.

Role: Kathleen Billings, former raider turned deputy, navigating life above and below ground.

Seasons & Episodes: 1–2, 20 episodes

What to Expect: A fiercely independent arc as Kathleen reconciles past choices with her new role.

Favorite Things: Cocktail mixology, Broadway matinees, and competitive fencing.

Notable Works: How to Rob, Come Home.

Alexandria Riley as Camille Sims

DOB: December 25, 1990

Bio: Alexandria Riley is a BAFTA-nominated actress and writer from Newport, South Wales.

She earned her MA in Acting for Stage, Screen, and Radio from the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama in 2022. 

Role: Camille Sims, a former Judicial Raider turned IT worker in Silo 18, and the wife of Robert Sims.

Seasons & Episodes: 1–2, 20 episodes

What to Expect: A layered portrayal of love, loss, and survival under pressure.

Favorite Things: Songwriting on vintage guitars, sunrise yoga, and family road trips.

Notable Works: In My Skin, The Tuckers, Baby Reindeer

More Actors

• Clare Perkins as Carla McLain

• Tanya Moodie as Judge Mary Meadows

Season 2 New Additions:

• Steve Zahn as Solo (Jimmy Conroy)

• Billy Postlethwaite as Hank

• Nick Haverson as Russell Conroy

• Imogen Butler-Cole as Gwen Conroy

• Pippa Winslow as Gladys

• George Robinson as Mark Chambers

• Sara Hazemi as Hope (Eater)

• Stuart Milligan as Terrance Penbrook

• Lolita Chakrabarti as Lukas’ mother

Notable Recurring Cast:

• Will Patton as Samuel “Sam” Marnes

• Ferdinand Kingsley as George Wilkins

• Chipo Chung as Sandy

• Matt Gomez Hidaka as Terry Cooper

• Olatunji Ayofe as Teddy

• Angela Yeoh as Molly Karins

• Akie Kotabe as Diego

• Christian Ochoa as Rick Amundsen

FAQ – Silo

How many seasons and episodes are there?

• Season 1: 10 episodes (Premiered May 5, 2023)

• Season 2: 10 episodes (Premiered November 15, 2024)

• Seasons 3 and 4 have been confirmed, with Season 4 set to conclude the series. 

Where can I watch Silo?

Silo is available exclusively on Apple TV+.

When will Season 3 be released?

Season 3 is expected to premiere in late 2025.

It will delve deeper into the origins of the silos and introduce new characters, expanding the narrative beyond Silo 18. TOM’S GUIDE

Where was Silo filmed?

Silo was primarily filmed at Hoddesdon Studios in Hertfordshire, England, a converted warehouse facility used for the series’ expansive set designs.

Additional filming took place at OMA One and OMA X Film Studios in Enfield, London. LATLONG

Conclusion

Silo is a brilliantly executed dystopian series that proves science fiction can be both thrilling and intellectually rich.

With compelling performances—especially from Rebecca Ferguson—and a storyline that keeps audiences guessing, it delivers a potent blend of suspense, emotion, and philosophical depth.

Its layered mysteries, striking visuals, and thoughtful exploration of truth and control elevate it beyond typical post-apocalyptic fare.

As the series progresses into its upcoming seasons, Silo is poised to become a modern classic for fans of slow-burn storytelling and high-concept world-building.

Whether you’re drawn to intense character arcs or intricate conspiracies, Silo is a must-watch that lingers long after the credits roll.