Dirty John (TV) Cast
The cast of Dirty John. Updated on October 2, 2025.
183 actors
Connie Britton
as Debra Newell (8 episodes)

Connie Britton plays Debra Newell, a successful interior designer who becomes romantically involved with John Meehan.

Amanda Peet
as Betty Broderick (8 episodes)

Amanda Peet portrays Betty Broderick, a woman whose life becomes entwined with legal and personal battles.

Eric Bana
as John Meehan (8 episodes)

Eric Bana stars as John Meehan, a charismatic but dangerous conman.

Christian Slater
as Dan Broderick (8 episodes)

Christian Slater takes on the role of Dan Broderick, embroiled in a tumultuous relationship with Betty Broderick.

Julia Garner
as Terra Newell (8 episodes)

Julia Garner plays Terra Newell, one of Debra Newell's daughters.

Rachel Keller
as Linda Kolkena (8 episodes)

Rachel Keller is Linda Kolkena, who is connected to Dan Broderick's storyline.

Juno Temple
as Veronica Newell (8 episodes)

Juno Temple appears as Veronica Newell, another daughter of Debra Newell.

Katrina Bowden
as Cindi (1 episode)

Katrina Bowden plays Cindi, a character who interacts with the main storyline.

Giorgia Whigham
as Teenage Denise (1 episode)

Giorgia Whigham portrays Teenage Denise, featuring in parts of the series.

Joshua Wolf Coleman
as Philip (1 episode)

Joshua Wolf Coleman plays Philip, a character depicted in the series.

Jake Abel
as Trey (3 episodes)

Jake Abel takes on the role of Trey, contributing to the unfolding events.

Marley Shelton
as Carrie (1 episode)

Marley Shelton appears as Carrie, part of the surrounding narrative.

Seneca Paliotta
as Young Denise (1 episode)
Missi Pyle
as Karen Kintner (7 episodes)
Dakota Somervill
as Pre-Teen Betty (1 episode)
Summer Sveinson
as Courtney (1 episode)
Ethan Jones
as Young Toby (1 episode)
Tiera Skovbye
as Young Betty Broderick (3 episodes)
Chris Mason
as Young Dan Broderick (3 episodes)
Louis Herthum
as Jack Earley (1 episode)
David Barrera
as Palmer (1 episode)
John Karna
as Jimmy (1 episode)
Phil Austin
as Andy (1 episode)
Mark Hengst
as Mike (1 episode)
Jordan Murphy
as Matt (1 episode)
Brian Oblak
as Dave (1 episode)
Pia Shah
as Nurse Practitioner (1 episode)
Sarah Pribis
as Beth (1 episode)
Jacqueline Edwards
as Officiant (1 episode)
Eyas Younis
as Dr L Peifar (1 episode)
Heather Lupex
as Waitress (1 episode)
Stefan Poole
as Male Vocalist (1 episode)
Jennifer Waris
as Vocalist (1 episode)
Julie Dretzin
as Rebecca (2 episodes)
Kiersten Warren
as Britt (1 episode)
Sitara Hewitt
as Casey (1 episode)
David Ansell
as Pastor (1 episode)
Brody Goodstadt
as Jonah Sellars (1 episode)
Ryder Goodstadt
as Jonah Sellars (1 episode)
Tristan Rose
as Kirby Sellars (1 episode)
Tiffany Splettstoeszer
as Danielle (2 episodes)
Judy Reyes
as Verga (2 episodes)
Gillian Alexy
as Maggie (1 episode)
Carlease Burke
as Phyllis (1 episode)
Toks Olagundoye
as Paula Harding, ESQ. (1 episode)
Linara Washington
as Dr. Saavedra (1 episode)
Patrick Cohen
as Jeff (1 episode)
Marlon Aquino
as Nurse (1 episode)
Anna Kralle
as Tonia's Friend (1 episode)
Joe Tippett
as Bobby (2 episodes)
Steven Walters
as Bobby's Lawyer (1 episode)
Maggie Contreras
as Karen (1 episode)
Garikayi Mutambirwa
as Officer Stewart (1 episode)
David Stanbra
as Officer O'Hara (1 episode)
Kate Mina Lin
as Megan (1 episode)
Shea Whigham
as William Meehan (1 episode)
Joelle Carter
as Yvonne Newsome (3 episodes)
John Rubinstein
as Old William (1 episode)
Larry Sullivan
as Dave Canova (1 episode)
Joshua Bassett
as Teenage John (1 episode)
Anthony Lapenna
as Young John (1 episode)
John Barbolla
as Ed (1 episode)
John Zderko
as Dano (1 episode)
Holger Moncada Jr.
as Waiter (1 episode)
Cleta Elaine Ellington
as Drunk Driver (1 episode)
Brenda Lee
as ER Nurse (1 episode)
Jasper Salon
as ER Nurse (1 episode)
Alan Ruck
as John Dzialo (1 episode)
Damon Gupton
as Dennis (1 episode)
Josh Randall
as Officer Mitrovich (1 episode)
Patrick Gallagher
as Detective Dave Nissley (1 episode)
Toni Torres
as ADA Ana Guerra (1 episode)
Jenna Lamia
as Laurel (1 episode)
Hannah Barefoot
as Melissa (1 episode)
Jonathan Craig Williams
as Paul (1 episode)
Julia Prud'homme
as Kate Blake (1 episode)
Avery Kristen Pohl
as Kelly (1 episode)
Cliff Chamberlain
as Rich Crowley (6 episodes)
Connor Tillman
as Deputy (1 episode)
Lisa Mason Lee
as Concierge (1 episode)
Vanessa Martinez
as Celia (3 episodes)
Lindsey Kraft
as Ruth (2 episodes)
Taylor Nichols
as Public Defender (1 episode)
Camille Chen
as Art Gallery Manager (1 episode)
Carlos Pratts
as Gabriel (1 episode)
Aaron D. Alexander
as Ed Robinson (1 episode)
Dio Johnson
as Gym Rat (1 episode)
Rob Poynter
as Pete (1 episode)
Michael Christian Alexander
as Uniformed Cop (1 episode)
Amelia Morck
as Jillian (1 episode)
David Chan
as Nurse (1 episode)
Cece Paige
as Jessica (1 episode)
Jean Smart
as Arlane Hart (5 episodes)
Dendrie Taylor
as Trailer Park Manager (1 episode)
Keiko Agena
as Nancy (4 episodes)
Kevin Zegers
as Toby Sellars (3 episodes)
Rebecca Lowman
as Detective Roberts (1 episode)
Adam J. Harrington
as Matt Murphy (1 episode)
Tommy Savas
as Max (1 episode)
John Getz
as Dwight (3 episodes)
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