Eliza Dushku as Echo
Echo is the star Active, or doll, in the Dollhouse's cast of imprint-able friends, lovers, assassins -- whatever the client calls for. The lasting effects of being imprinted with all of her previous engagements at once (at the hands of rogue ex-doll Alpha) are starting to reveal themselves. Echo is a special doll, but in the Dollhouse, special is dangerous.
The daughter of an Albanian-American administrator father and Danish-American professor mother, Eliza Dushku was raised with ambition in her blood. At the early age of 10, Dushku was discovered by casting agents for the lead role of "Alice" in the film "That Night."
Most recently, Dushku co-starred with Alan Rickman and Bill Pullman in "Bottle Shock," a drama about the birth of the Napa Valley wine country. In 1993, Dushku landed the role of "Pearl" alongside Robert De Niro and Leonardo DiCaprio in "This Boy's Life." The following year, she starred with Arnold Schwarzenegger and Jamie Lee Curtis in "True Lies," opposite Paul Reiser in "Bye Bye, Love" and alongside Halle Berry in "Race the Sun."
After high school, Dushku returned to acting with the role of "Faith Lehane" on "Buffy the Vampire Slayer." Though initially planned as a five-episode arc, the character became so popular that Dushku stayed on for the entire third season and returned for a two-part appearance the following season. The remainder of her original story arc was played out in the first season of the spin-off "Angel." Repentant and rededicated, "Faith" returned as a heroine in a number of later episodes of "Angel" and in the last five episodes of "Buffy."
Dushku resides in Los Angeles.
Tahmoh Penikett as Paul Ballard
Paul Ballard was the FBI agent formerly assigned to the dead-end case of the "Dollhouse." His pursuit of "Caroline," who he believed to be an unwilling captive of the Dollhouse, landed him right at its doorstep and out of a job with the FBI. After striking a deal with Adelle to let November out of her contract with the Dollhouse, he is now deeply ensnared in the organization he swore to bring down.
Before landing his role on the award-winning "Battlestar Galactica" as "Karl 'Helo' Agathon," Tahmoh Penikett starred in the final season of the critically acclaimed Canadian series "The Cold Squad." His performance on that series earned him a LEO Award nomination.
Penikett recently completed shooting the lead role in the miniseries "Riverworld." His other credits include "Trapped Ashes," "Trick 'r Treat" and "The Green Chain."
Born in Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada, Penikett has strong ties to the Upper Tanana tribe, their traditions and their love of storytelling.
In his spare time he enjoys a variety of athletic pursuits, including Muay Thai kickboxing. Penikett divides his time between Vancouver, Canada and Los Angeles.
Olivia Williams as Adelle DeWitt
Adelle DeWitt is the highest authority at the Dollhouse, answering only to its parent company. Adelle is a company woman who prefers to keep the Dollhouse running like the business it is. She is also a passionate believer in the value of the service they provide; a service she is not above taking advantage of first hand.
Olivia Williams earned a degree in English at Cambridge University before studying drama at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. She also worked with the Royal Shakespeare Company in both Stratford-upon-Avon and London.
Williams recently completed production on director Roman Polanski's "The Ghost" opposite Ewan McGregor and Pierce Brosnan as well as the biographical drama "Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll" with Andy Serkis.
A U.S. tour of "Richard III," which featured Sir Ian McKellen, brought Williams to the attention of Kevin Costner who handpicked her for his film "The Postman." Since making her film debut opposite Costner in 1997, Williams has starred in numerous Hollywood films including "The Sixth Sense" opposite Bruce Willis and "Rushmore" with Bill Murray and Jason Schwartzman.
In 2002, Williams won Best Actress at the British Independent Film Awards for her role in "The Heart of Me." Four years later, Williams starred in the BBC docu-drama "Krakatoa: The Last Days" and returned to the stage for a starring role in "The Changeling" at the Barbican Theatre in London.
Most recently, Williams starred in the feature films "Flashbacks of a Fool" opposite Daniel Craig, "Broken Lines" with Paul Bettany and "An Education" with Emma Thompson and Alfred Molina. On television, Williams portrayed writer Jane Austen in the BBC production of "Miss Austen Regrets."
When not filming, Williams resides in London with her husband and their two daughters.
Harry Lennix as Boyd Langton
Boyd Langton was originally assigned as Echo's handler. His invaluable service to the Dollhouse led to his promotion as Head of Security once Mr. Dominic was uncovered as spy and sent to Attic. With his gruff attitude and unswerving loyalty, Boyd is the beat cop of the Dollhouse.
Harry Lennix is an accomplished film, television and stage actor who is familiar to FOX audiences for his role as "Walid Al-Rezani" on 24, as well as his role on the Golden Globe-nominated drama "Commander in Chief."
Lennix's other critically acclaimed and highly successful projects include the Academy Award-winning film "Ray," for which he received a SAG Award nomination, as well as "The Matrix: Reloaded" and "The Matrix: Revolutions." Lennix received critical acclaim and a Golden Satellite Award as "Aaron" in Julie Taymor's "Titus," bringing new life to the toxic literary villain.
He has worked with accomplished actors and directors, including Spike Lee in "Get On The Bus," Robert Townsend in "The Five Heartbeats," Ben Kingsley in "Suspect Zero," Billy Bob Thornton in "Chrystal" and Anthony Hopkins in "The Human Stain." His other film credits include "Across The Universe," "Resurrecting The Champ," "Stomp The Yard," "Barbershop 2" and "Love and Basketball." Lennix's most recently appeared in the drama "State of Play" opposite Russell Crowe and Ben Affleck.
In addition to his distinguished film career, Lennix made his mark on the small screen with his role in the cable telefilm "Keep The Faith Baby" for which he won a Black Reel Award and was nominated for both an NAACP Image Award and a Golden Satellite Award. Lennix's additional television credits include recurring roles on "ER" and "Diagnosis Murder."
Lennix has directed and appeared in stage productions across the country including the Northlight Theater Company's production of "Permanent Collection." He directed the stage version of Townsend's "The Five Heartbeats," which received three NAACP Theater Award nominations, in addition to "The Glass Menagerie" for the Steppenwolf Theater Company.
As a stage actor, Lennix was the first distinguished recipient of an Ollie Award for his portrayal of "Malcolm X" at the Goodman Theater in Chicago. He earned two Joseph Jefferson Citations for his roles in "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom" and "Caught in the Act," and starred as "King Hedley II" at the Mark Taper Forum. In 2001, he was part of the first American troupe to be invited to participate in the Royal Shakespeare Company's production of "Cymbeline."
Lennix resides in Los Angeles.
Fran Kranz as Topher Brink
Topher Brink is the brilliant-beyond-his-years scientist at the Dollhouse whose talents exceed his morals. He designs and operates the technology used by the Dollhouse, which he does with unreserved glee.
A graduate of Yale University, Fran Kranz recently completed production and will be starring in the upcoming horror film "Cabin in the Woods" written and produced by Joss Whedon.
Prior to DOLLHOUSE, Kranz starred in the comedy series "Welcome to the Captain" opposite Jeffrey Tambor. His feature credits include "Don't Fade Away," "Shades of Ray," "The TV Set," "Wieners," "The Night of the White Pants," "Careless," "Bickford Schmeckler's Cool Ideas," "Rise: Blood Hunter," "The Village," "Matchstick Men," "Orange County," "Training Day" and "Donnie Darko."
His theater credits include "Twelfth Knight," "Angels in America," "A Bright Room Called Day," "Henry IV, Part I," "Sideman," "Antony & Cleopatra" and "The Dining Room." At a guest program at Oxford, he won Best Actor for his portrayal of "Petruchio" in "The Taming of the Shrew."
Kranz resides in Los Angeles.
Dichen Lachman as Sierra
Sierra is one of the more recent Actives to join the Dollhouse, and her otherworldly looks have made her a tremendous asset. Unlike the other "volunteers," Sierra was put in the Dollhouse against her will by a powerful, but sinister, man who could not take no for an answer.
Dichen Lachman was born in Kathmandu, Nepal, and lived there with her extended family until age seven when her parents moved to Adelaide, Australia.
Lachman received her first big break in 2005 when she was cast in "Neighbours," one of Australia's most successful television series. She played "Katya Kinski," a part created specifically for her.
Her credits include the 20th Century Fox feature "Aquamarine" and the cable film "Aztec Rex."
Lachman divides her time between Australia and Los Angeles.
Enver Gjokaj as Victor
Victor is one of the most versatile and therefore frequently engaged actives in the Dollhouse. He and Sierra share a connection that seems to run deeper than the technology of the brain wipes. His imprint as the dashing Englishman "Roger" has made him a favorite of Adelle's, who engages him under the pseudonym "Ms. Lonelyhearts."
Enver Gjokaj graduated with an M.F.A. in acting from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts and a bachelor's degree from the University of California, Berkeley. He recently completed production on the dramatic thriller "Stone" starring Robert DeNiro, Edward Norton and Milla Jovovich.
Gjokaj appeared in the feature films "The Express" starring Dennis Quaid, and "Eagle Eye" with Shia LeBeouf. Gjokaj's television credits include the cable films "Taking Chance" opposite Kevin Bacon and "Filthy Gorgeous," as well as a recurring role on "The Book of Daniel" and guest-starring appearances on "Law & Order: Criminal Intent" and "The Unit."
On stage, Gjokaj has appeared in "The Cherry Orchard" at the Huntington Theatre and "As You Like It" at the New York Shakespeare Festival.
Gjokaj divides his time between Los Angeles and New York.
Amy Acker as Claire Saunders
Claire Saunders is the resident physician at the Dollhouse, whose world was upended when she learned that she was, in fact, a doll called Whiskey. She was imprinted as a doctor after Alpha maimed her and killed the real Dr. Saunders.
Amy Acker brings her "A" game to every role she plays. She's transitioned from a beautiful brainiac-turned-supernatural-diva on Joss Whedon's hit series "Angel" to Jennifer Garner's nemesis on J.J. Abrams' "Alias."
Acker's film credits include a starring role in William Shatner's "Groom Lake" and a cameo in Steven Spielberg's "Catch Me If You Can." She also starred with Alan Arkin and Frank Langella in the drama "The Novice," and was most recently featured opposite Faye Dunaway in "21 and a Wake-Up."
Her other television appearances include guest-starring roles on "Private Practice," "How I Met Your Mother," "October Road," "Law & Order" and "Ghost Whisperer." Acker's work on the stage includes productions of "The Tempest" and "Much Ado About Nothing."
Born in Dallas and raised in Houston, Acker earned her bachelor's degree from Southern Methodist University. She is also an accomplished dancer who has studied ballet, modern and jazz for 13 years.
When not in production, Acker enjoys traveling, reading and yoga. She resides in Los Angeles with her husband and two children.
Miracle Laurie as Madeline Costley
Madeline Costley aka November was a sleeper Active imprinted as Mellie, literally as the "girl-next-door," to keep tabs on FBI Agent Paul Ballard. She was released from her contract after Ballard struck a deal with Adelle.
Miracle Laurie is a Southern California native who was born and raised in Orange County. She got her start at a young age doing community theater and modeling. She continued to pursue acting throughout high school and college, earning her bachelor's degree in drama from the University of California, Irvine.
Laurie has completed work on numerous independent films and co-starred in the television drama "Medical Investigation." She also boasts numerous stage credits including "Jesse James and the Bandit Queen," "The Most Massive Woman Wins," "The Little Prince" and "The Tempest."
When not acting, Laurie enjoys Polynesian dancing and singing. She also plays the ukulele in her band, "Uke Box Heroes."
Laurie resides in Los Angeles.
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