Sweet Magnolias cast: Who stars in season 4 of the Netflix drama?
Everything you need to know.
Sweet Magnolias returns to Netflix for season 4 and as ever, you can expect plenty of action across the ten-episode instalment.
Netflix's Tudum has teased both "emotional and meteorological storms", which bring Helen, Maddie and Dana Sue "even closer in unexpected ways".
As well as "negotiating the twists and turns of their romantic lives", the trio must face "old foes, the loss of great loves, and the painful transition from old dreams to new ones".
The men in their lives are also pursuing their own ambitions, while their teenager children "take uneasy steps toward adulthood".
The series will also cycle through Halloween and Christmas, delivering "surprising laughter, unexpected heartbreak, and renewed resolve".
Alongside the central trio, there are plenty of familiar faces, plus some new additions who you might not recognise.
Find a full rundown of the Sweet Magnolias cast below.
Sweet Magnolias scast
- Heather Headley as Helen
- JoAnna García Swisher as Maddie
- Brooke Elliott as Dana Sue
- Dion Johnstone as Erik
- Justin Bruening as Cal
- Brandon Quinn as Ronnie
- Chris Medlin as Isaac
- Anneliese Judge as Annie
- Carson Rowland as Ty
- Logan Allen as Kyle
- Ella Grace Helton as Katie
- Jamie Lynn Spears as Noreen
- Caroline Lagerfelt as Paula
- Judith Ivey as Bonnie
- Jodi Benson plays Iris
- Brittany L Smith as Peggy
- Artemis as Lily
- Harlan Drum as CeCe
- Nikki Estridge as Genevieve
- Leland B Martin as Alexander
- Wynn Everett as Kathy
- Don Henderson Baker as Tripp Townsend
- Frank Oakley III as Harlan
- Tracey Bonner as Pastor June
- Sean Benum as Bailey
- Tommi Rose as Olivia
- Jodi Benson as Iris
- Janet Hubert as Bev
- Chase Anderson as Jeremy
- Jon Briddell as Jimmy
- Shawn Passwaters as Howie
- Alpha Trivette as Neville Wharton
- Vickie Eng as Grace Wharton
For more information about the characters and where you've seen the actors who play them before, read on.
Heather Headley plays Helen
Who is Helen? An attorney who becomes interim town manager in season 4. Helen was dating Erik but an old flame, Ryan, entered the frame and proposed to her. But that didn't work out and she's in a new relationship.
Where have I seen Heather Headley before? A Tony and Grammy Award-winning singer who you might also know from US drama Chicago Med.
JoAnna García Swisher plays Maddie
Who is Maddie? She co-owns the local spa with Helen and Dana Sue. Maddie was married to Bill, who she had three children with, but their relationship collapsed in dramatic style due to his infidelity. She's now in a relationship with Cal.
Where have I seen JoAnna García Swisher before? She has appeared in horror anthology Are You Afraid of the Dark?, ABC's Kevin (Probably) Saves the World, fantasy series Once Upon a Time, sitcom Better with You, The CW's Privileged and sitcom Rebus, among others.
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Brooke Elliott plays Dana Sue
Who is Dana Sue? She was the head chef at Sullivan's, which she co-owns, but has since vacated that role to focus full-time on the Magnolia Community Foundation. Dana Sue is married to Ronnie and they have a teenage daughter called Annie. The couple have had their fair share of problems over the years.
Where have I seen Brooke Elliott before? A musical theatre performer who you might recognise from legal drama Drop Dead Diva.
Dion Johnstone plays Erik
Who is Erik? He is now head chef at Sullivan's and Friends following Dana Sue's decision to take a step back. Erik was dating Helen but after Ryan proposed to her, everything was turned on its head and he has since moved on – but is there a way back for them?
Where have I seen Dion Johnstone before? His CV includes American comedy Sky Falls and Canadian-American drama Detective McLean.
Justin Bruening plays Cal
Who is Cal? A former baseball pro and Maddie's partner, who has been firmly welcomed into the family by her three children. Cal also co-owns Sullivan's and Friends, which keeps him busy. The restaurant has just had a big makeover.
Where have I seen Justin Bruening before? His CV includes US soap All My Children, the Knight Rider reboot and Grey's Anatomy.
Brandon Quinn plays Ronnie
Who is Ronnie? Dana Sue's husband. They have one daughter together, Annie. The couple were estranged, but eventually they renewed their vows and are now back on track.
Where have I seen Brandon Quinn before? You might know him from Canadian series Big Wolf on Campus.
Chris Medlin plays Isaac
Who is Isaac? A talented chef at Sullivan's and Friends. Isaac's biological parents are Bill and Peggy.
Where have I seen Chris Medlin before? This is his biggest role to date.
Anneliese Judge plays Annie
Who is Annie? Dana Sue and Ronnie's daughter, who is passionate about photography. She's best friends with Ty – but will their relationship evolve into something more in season 4?
Where have I seen Anneliese Judge before? This is her first major role to date.
Carson Rowland plays Ty
Who is Ty? Maddie and Bill's eldest. In season 4, he's more committed to his music than ever and is debating whether to go on tour. Fans will also be hoping that he finally asks Annie out.
Where have I seen Carson Rowland before? You might recognise him from Nickelodeon's I Am Frankie and HBO Max's Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin.
Logan Allen plays Kyle
Who is Kyle? Maddie and Bill's middle child. Kyle is now a successful streamer with a big online following.
Where have I seen Logan Allen before? He's also appeared in three episodes of Stranger Things and Nickelodeon's Talia in the Kitchen.
Ella Grace Helton plays Katie
Who is Katie? Maddie and Bill's youngest child. She's confident and sweet-natured.
Where have I seen Ella Grace Helton before? Her credits include Chosen Family and United We Fall.
Jamie Lynn Spears plays Noreen
Who is Noreen? She used to be a nurse and worked with Maddie's ex-husband Bill. The pair had an affair and a daughter called Rebecca, but eventually their relationship broke down. Noreen is now dating Jeremy and runs a daycare centre.
Where have I seen Jamie Lynn Spears before? She's best known for Nickelodeon's Zoey 101.
Caroline Lagerfelt plays Paula
Who is Paula? Maddie mother. She is warm and free-spirited.
Where have I seen Caroline Lagerfelt before? She's best known for Gossip Girl and Nash Bridges. You might also have watched her in Mothers' Instinct.
Judith Ivey plays Bonnie
Who is Bonnie? Bill's opinionated mother.
Where have I seen Judith Ivey before? Her credits include Designing Women, Down Home, The 5 Mrs Buchanans, The Critic, What the Deaf Man Heard and Women Talking.
Jodi Benson plays Iris Maddox
Who is Iris? Cal's mother. She still carries the scars from her relationship with his father.
Where have I seen Jodi Benson before? She is primarily a voice actor, working on an array of Disney productions. She was the voice of Ariel in The Little Mermaid.
Brittany L Smith plays Peggy
Who is Peggy? A former reporter who is now the town's mayor. Peggy is Isaac's biological mother
Where have I seen Brittany L Smith before? She has appeared in Terror Lake Drive and The Tiger Rising.
Artemis plays Lily
Who is Lily? Annie's friend and Kyle's girlfriend.
Where have I seen Artemis before? You might know her from Stargirl and Heels.
Harlan Drum plays CeCe
Who is CeCe? Ty's ex-girlfriend and Annie and Artemis's friend.
Where have I seen Harlan Drum before? She has appeared in MacGyver and Grace Point.
Nikki Estridge plays Genevieve
Who is Genevieve? She works at the spa and is in a relationship with Erik.
Where have I seen Nikki Estridge before? Her credits include Thespian and Queen Sugar.
Leland B Martin plays Alexander
Who is Alexander? An architect who is in a relationship with Helen.
Where have I see Leland B Martin before? You might know him from Boomerang and Fall Into Me.
Additional cast:
- Wynn Everett (The Newsroom) as Kathy - Ronnie's sister, who returns briefly.
- Don Henderson Baker (October Sky) as Tripp Townsend - Bill's father.
- Frank Oakley III (The Underground Railroad) as Harlan - a coach at Serenity High.
- Tracey Bonner (Raising Dion) as Pastor June.
- Sean Benum (Darling Comedy) as Bailey - a chef at Sullivan's and Friends.
- Tommi Rose (Misfit: The Series) as Olivia Harris - Ty's bandmate.
- Janet Hubert (The Fresh prince of Bel Air) as Bev - Helen's mother.
- Chase Anderson (Dynasty) as Jeremy - a farmer and Dana Sue's ex. He's now dating Noreen.
- Jon Briddell (Doom Patrol) as Jimmy - Paula's boyfriend.
- Shawn Passwaters (General Hospital) as Howie - the local doctor.
- Alpha Trivette (Tulsa King) as Neville Wharton and Vickie Eng (Greenleaf) as Grace Wharton - they run a diner.
Sweet Magnolias seasons 1-3 are available to stream now on Netflix – Sign up for Netflix from £4.99 a month. Netflix is also available on Sky Glass and Virgin Media Stream.
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Abby Robinson is the Drama Editor for Radio Times, covering TV drama and comedy titles. She previously worked at Digital Spy as a TV writer, and as a content writer at Mumsnet. She possesses a postgraduate diploma and a degree in English Studies.
