A Look at the Cast of *** Education and Their Post-Series Careers
Since its debut in 2019, *** Education has become a cultural phenomenon, launching the careers of many young actors who have since made their mark on film and television. The show, which focuses on the lives of teenagers navigating high school, relationships, and personal growth, has been praised for showcasing new talent and providing a platform for emerging stars. Many of the cast members have gone on to achieve significant success in their respective fields.
Asa Butterfield
Asa Butterfield played the lead role of Otis Milburn, a socially awkward teenager who gives advice to his classmates. Before joining *** Education, Asa had already appeared in several films, including The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas, Hugo and Ender’s Game. Since then, he has continued to build his career with roles in various projects, including Your Christmas or Mine? and All Fun and Games. In 2024, he starred in Unchosen, a Netflix series that explores the challenges of living in a strict religious community.
Ncuti Gatwa
Ncuti Gatwa gained widespread recognition for his role as Eric Effiong, Otis’ best friend. His performance earned him multiple Bafta nominations. After *** Education, Ncuti appeared in Barbie as one of the Kens and later joined the cast of Doctor Who as the first Black actor to play the Doctor. He has also appeared in Masters of the Air and The Roses. Ncuti is set to star in The Queen of Fashion and Frank and Percy.
Aimee Lou Wood
Aimee Lou Wood made her screen debut as Aimee Gibbs in *** Education, a role that earned her a Bafta. She later received an Emmy nomination for her performance in The White Lotus. Her other notable roles include Toxic Town and Film Club. Aimee will soon appear in The Beatles Biopic as Pattie Boyd.
Emma Mackey
Emma Mackey rose to fame through her role in *** Education. She has since appeared in several films, including Barbie, Death on the Nile, and Emily. She is set to star in The Great Beyond and Full Phil. In 2027, she will reteam with Barbie director Greta Gerwig to play The White Witch in Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew.
Simone Ashley
Simone Ashley played Olivia Hanna in *** Education before becoming a household name for her role as Kate Sharma in Bridgerton. She has appeared in Detective Pikachu, The Little Mermaid, and Picture This. Simone also featured in The Devil Wears Prada 2 and The Sister.
Connor Swindells
Connor Swindells portrayed Adam Groff, a bully-turned-love interest in *** Education. He later appeared in Emma and Barbie. On TV, he has acted in Vigil, SAS: Rogue Heroes, and The Bombing of Pan Am 103. In 2024, he married actor Amber Anderson.
Kedar Williams-Stirling
Kedar Williams-Stirling played Jackson Marchetti in *** Education. Since then, he has appeared in Lovers Rock and One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest. He is currently working on a stage adaptation of the classic novel.
Hannah Waddingham
Hannah Waddingham gained fame for her role as Sofia, Jackson’s mother. She is best known for her role as Rebecca in Ted Lasso. She has also appeared in Hocus Pocus 2, The Fall Guy, and Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning. Hannah is also a prominent figure in musical theatre.
Chaneil Kular
Chaneil Kular played Anwar Bakshi in *** Education. He has since appeared in Black Narcissus, Bodies, and The Revenge Club. He will soon star in Mutiny alongside Jason Statham.
Tanya Reynolds
Tanya Reynolds portrayed Lily Iglehart in *** Education. She has since appeared in Dodgers, The Baby, and I Hate You. She will return to Ted Lasso in its fourth season.
Patricia Allison
Patricia Allison played Ola in the first three seasons of *** Education. She has since voiced a character in His Dark Materials and appeared in Extraordinary and Death in Paradise.
Anne Marie Duff
Anne Marie Duff played Maeve’s mother in *** Education. She has appeared in Bad Sisters and Reunion. She has also worked on stage in Ghosts.
James Purefoy
James Purefoy played Remi Milburn, Otis’ father. He has since appeared in Pennyworth and Masters of the Universe. He also starred in Fisherman Friends and The Veil.
Mimi Keene
Mimi Keene played Ruby Matthews in *** Education. She has since appeared in Towards Zero and Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None.
Mikael Persbrandt
Mikael Persbrandt played Jacob, Gillian Anderson’s love interest. He has appeared in Foundation and The Kingdom. He also played Beorn in The Hobbit.
Alistair Petrie
Alistair Petrie played Mr. Groff, Adam’s father. He has appeared in Andor and Magpie. He also portrayed John Sherman in Death by Lightning.
Edward Bluemel
Edward Bluemel played Samuel, Maeve’s older brother. He voices Richter Belmont in Castlevania: Nocturne and has appeared in Belgravia: The Next Chapter.
Sharon Duncan-Brewster
Sharon Duncan-Brewster played one of Jackson’s mothers. She has appeared in Dune and Enola Holmes 2. She also voiced a character in Star Wars: The Bad Batch.
Mirren Mack
Mirren Mack played Florence in *** Education. She has since appeared in Strike, Mary & George, and A Tale of Two Cities.
Daniel Ings
Daniel Ings appeared in *** Education and has since appeared in Lovesick, The Gentlemen, and The Rachel Incident. He will appear in Star Wars: Starfighter and Kill Jackie.
