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The world is captivated by Netflix’s #1 global film ‘Locked In.’ The romantic thriller was released on November 1st, and has been viewed 17.8 million times this week. Viewer have taken over X, formerly known as Twitter, raving about the film, but critics seem to have a more negative take. Directed by Nour Wazzi, the film tells the story about Katherine, a former Hollywood actor, who wakes up in the hospital paralyzed due to a car accident and locked-in syndrome. Through her nurse, Nicky, she blinks to reveal that she believes there’s been a murder. Flashbacks show her life after adopting her late friend’s daughter, Lina, and the growing tension as Lina marries Jamie, Katherine’s chronically ill son and the heir to their manor. So who are the stars of the film? Get the know them below.
© GettyImagesFamke Janssen
Famke Beumer Janssen, plays Katherine in the film. She was born on November 5, 1964, in Amstelveen, Netherlands, and is not only a seasoned actress but also a former fashion model. Janssen is best known for her role as Jean Grey in the “X-Men” film series and her work in the TV series “Hemlock Grove.” She has established herself as a versatile and accomplished award winning actress. When it comes to her personal life, she was married to Tod Williams from 1995-2000 and she has been very open that she does not want to have children.
© GettyImagesRose Williams
Rose Williams, who plays Lina, was born on February 18, 1994, in Ealing, London, United Kingdom. She studied fashion and decided at the age of 18 to pursue acting and has been steadily making her mark as an actor. She has gained recognition for her roles in television and film and is best known for her work as Princess Claude in Reign and as Charlotte Heywood in Sanditon.
© GettyImagesFinnegan “Finn” Cole
Finn Cole, who plays Jamie, was born on November 9, 1995, in Kingston, London, United Kingdom. Cole is known for Animal Kingdom (2022), F9: The Fast Saga (2021), Slaughterhouse Rulez (2018) and Peaky Blinders (2013). The handsome actor has 989k followers on Instagram but is not very active on the app.
© GettyImagesAlex Hassell
Born on September 7, 1980, in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, United Kingdom, Alex Hassell is a versatile British actor in both theater and film. He plays Doctor Lawrence in the film and is known for The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021), Violent Night (2022) and The Boys (2019). He has 12 thousand followers on Instagram, is not very active on the app, and is married to Emma King.
© GettyImagesAnna Friel
Anna Louise Friel, plays Nurse Mackenzie in the film. She was born on July 12, 1976, in Rochdale, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom. The British actress has a multi-faceted career spanning television, film, and theater. She achieved fame for her portrayal of Beth Jordache in the British soap opera Brookside (1993–1995). She went on to recieve a Golden Globe nomination for her role as Charlotte “Chuck” Charles on ABC’s Pushing Daisies (2007–2009). She is also an Emmy Award winner. Friel began dating David Thewlis in 2001, and gave birth to their daughter, Gracie Ellen Mary Friel, in 2005. In December 2010, Friel and Thewlis ended their nearly decade-long relationship.
