Prime Video’sCrossbrings the exciting characters conceived by James Petterson back to the small screen, but this wouldn’t be possible without its exceptional cast. The 2024 crime drama series is directed and created by Ben Watkins, who is best known forBurn Notice(2007) andQuest to Ref(2002). Now,Crossarrives on Prime Video on July 27, 2025, with a first season that will dive into the story of Patterson’s Alex Cross.
James Patterson’sAlex Crossbook seriesgot their start back in 1993, and there have since been 32 books published. These stories outline the work of psychologist detective Alex Cross, who solved thrilling mysteries by diving into the minds of the worst murders. To bring Patterson’s books to life,Watkins has brought actors like Aldris Hodge, Isaiah Mustafa, Juanita Jennings, Ryan Eggold, and moreaboard for a thrilling, action-packed crime drama fresh from Prime Video.
Aldis Hodge As Alex Cross
Date Of Birth: July 03, 2025
Born in Jacksonville, North Carolina, actor and professional watchmaker Aldris Hodgelanded his breakout role in 2008 with the TNT seriesLeverage, for which he earned a Saturn Award nomination. From there, he went on to play Decourcy Ward in the 2019 Showtime seriesCity on a Hill. Hodge’s other notable projects includeDwayne Johnson’sBlack Adam(2022),Marmalade(2024), andParallel(2024).
City on a Hill(2019)
Parallel(2024)
Alex
Hodge plays Detective Alex Cross in Prime Video’sCross, a highly intelligent homicide detective in Southeast Washington, DC, with a special skill for pulling apart killers' minds. Cross is a father and widower who is still struggling following the death of his wife, Maria. Though devoted to his family, Cross is also obsessed with his work and often devotes much of himself to understanding the disturbing thought processes of criminals.
Isaiah Mustafa As Detective John Sampson
Date Of Birth: June 09, 2025
Portland, Oregon-born actor and football player Isaiah Mustafa began his career appearing in minor roles in series likeUgly BettyandNCISbefore landinghis first major role in the 2010 filmHorrible Bosses. From there, Mustafa became more widely recognized for his continued presence in the Old Spice commercials before taking on more prominent roles in series likeSirens(2013) andShadowhunters(2015). The actor’s movie roles include 2019’sIt Chapter TwoandMurder at Yellowstone City(2022) andBoys Kill World(2023).
It Chapter Two(2019)
Mike Hanlon
Mustafa plays John Sampson inCross, Cross' best friend and partner in the DC police department. Sampson is loud and large, loves to laugh, and considers Cross closer than a brother.
Juanita Jennings As Regina Cross
Date Of Birth: June 25, 2025
Born and raised in Dallas, Texas, Juanita Jennings isbest known for playing Edna Barnes inTyler Perry’s TBS sitcomMeet the Browns, a role which she held from 2009 to 2011. Prior to this, Jennings was a frequent face in a variety of 1990s sitcoms, such asBeverly Hills, 90210,Sister, Sister,Ellen, andBuffy the Vampire Slayer. Jennings' other appearances includeShameless(2013),Star(2017-2019),Pearson(2019), andDavid Makes Man(2019).
Jennings was a frequent face in a variety of 1990s sitcoms, such as Beverly Hills, 90210, Sister, Sister, Ellen, and Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
Pearson(2019)
Lillian Cook
Jennings plays Regina Cross inCross, more commonly called “Nana Mama.” She is Alex Cross' grandmother, who moved in with the family following Maria’s death. She is an invaluable source of support for Cross and has a close, authoritative, but deeply loving relationship with her great-grandchildren.
Melody Hurd As Janelle Cross
Date Of Birth: July 30, 2025
Maryland native Melody Hurd is an actor, dancer, and model who first gained broader recognition in thePrime Video seriesThemin 2021. From there, Hurd went on to star alongside Kevin Hart in the Netflix movieFatherhood.
Fatherhood(2021)
Maddy Logelin
Hurd plays Janelle Cross inCross, the 7-year-old daughter of Alex Cross. Janelle is both sweet and sour, with a standard contentious relationship with her brother while remaining a ray of sunshine in her father’s life. She often butts heads with Nana Mama, however, who serves as Janelle’s primary disciplinarian.
Caleb Elijah As Damon Cross
Date Of Birth: Unknown
Crossis actor Caleb Elijah’s first prominent role. Prior to this, he appeared in three episodes of the Netflix psychological thrillerTrue Story(2021) alongside Kevin Hart, Wesley Snipes, and William Catlett. Elijah played the role of Christian inTrue Story.
True Story(2021)
Christian
InCross, Elijah plays Alex Cross' son, Damon, a 9-year-old who looks up to his father. Damon is intelligent and curious like Alex but has suffered significantly since his mother Maria’s death.
Samantha Walkes As Elle Monteiro
Canadian actor Samantha Walkes began her career on the stage but transitioned to film and TV following the COVID-19 pandemic.Her first TV credit is Rose King inThe Kings of Napa(2022), and she appeared in an episode ofGood Samthat same year. Walkes' other notable projects includeMurdoch Mysteries,The Big Cigar(2024), andOminous(2024).
Ominous(2024)
Lucy
They have exceptional chemistry, though nothing has yet come of it due to Cross' unending mourning for his wife, Maria.
Walkes plays Elle Monteiro in thePrime Video seriesCross, a former colleague of Alex Cross who maintains a close friendship with the detective. She’s the founder of a non-profit organization in DC, and she and Cross frequently cross paths in their work. They have exceptional chemistry, though nothing has yet come of it due to Cross' unending mourning for his wife, Maria.
Johnny Ray Gill As Bobby Trey
Date Of Birth: 1984
Born and raised in Oregon, Johnny Ray Gillis best known for playing Damien Winslow in 2011’sHarry’s Law. He also appeared in multipleepisodes ofBones(2012),True Blood(2012),Rectify(2013-2016),Underground(2016-2017), andNCIS(2017). Gill’s notable movies includeOpening Night(2016) andRollers(2021).
Underground(2016-2017)
Sam
Gill plays Bobby Trey Abellard inCross, a former DC cop who now lends his skills to guarding rich criminals as a private security guard. Pretty despicable himself, Abellard deeply enjoys his work as long as he himself isn’t in any real danger.
Ryan Eggold As Ed Ramsey
Date Of Birth: August 01, 2025
California native Ryan Eggold isbest known for playing Ryan Matthews in the teen drama90210, a role which he held from 2008 to 2011. Following this, Matthews took on a role in the NBC crime dramaThe Blacklistand continued to its spinoff series,The Blacklist: Redemptionin 2017. More recently, Eggold played Dr. Max Goodwin in the medical drama seriesNew Amsterdamfrom 2018 to 2023. Eggold’s recent movies includeA Jazzman’s Blues(2022) andJunction(2024).
90210(2008)
New Amsterdam(2018)
Dr. Max Goodwin
Eggold plays Ed Ramsey inCross, a political operative with significant power in Washington, D.C. The man is highly charismatic, allowing him to take advantage of the legal and political system for his own gain at every turn. Ramsey also has the resources to produce dirt on anyone when necessary.
Cross Supporting Cast & Characters
Meet The Supporting Cast Of Cross
Alona Tal as Kayla Craig- The part of Kayla Craig is played by Alona Tal inCross, who is best known for her roles inBroken City(2013) andVeronica Mars(2004-2006).
Sharon Taylor as Lieutenant Oracene Massey- Sharon Taylor, best known forSmallville(2009),Supernatural(2010), andStargate Atlantis(2008) plays Lieutenant Oracene Massey inCross.
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Jennifer Wigmore as Chief Anderson- The part of Chief Anderson is played by Jennifer Wigmore inCross, best known forMalory Towers(2022-2024).
Eloise Mumford as Shannon Witmer- Eloise Mumford, best known forFifty Shades of Grey(2015) andThe Right Stuff(2020), plays the part of Shannon Witmer inCross.
