Men against Fire

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Plot summary

Future soldiers Stripe (Malachi Kirby) and Raiman (Madeline Brewer) must protect frightened villagers from an infestation of vicious feral mutants. Technologically, they have the edge – but will that help them survive?

Malachi Kirby – Stripe

Who does he play?

Kirby plays one of the soldiers in a non-specified future in which mankind has fallen. He’s been sent to mop up creatures that have been left behind.

Where have I seen him?

He’s best known for his role in Roots, a miniseries for the History Channel. He’s also one of the many Black Mirror cast members who have starred in Doctor Who: Kirby played Gastron, a Time Lord soldier who joined forces with the doctor in Hell Bent, the ninth series finale. You might also recognise him from Eastenders where he played Wayne Ladlow, Nancy Carter’s fiancé.

Madeline Brewer – Raiman

Who does he play?

Another one of the technologically advanced soldiers sent to get rid of the mysterious creatures.

Where have I seen her?

Most likely in Orange Is the New Black (she played Tricia Miller). You might also know her face from Netflix Horror series Hemlock Grove as Miranda Cates.

Michael Kelly​­ – the military psychiatrist

Who does he play?

The psychiatrist who analyses Stripe’s mental state.

Where have I seen him?

Kelly’s been in a bunch of film and TV shows, but he’s best known for playing Doug Stamper in House of Cards. Other big roles include the main detective in Angelina Jolie film Changeling and as Steve Lombard, a reporter for the Daily Planet in Man of Steel. He’s also appeared in The Sopranos, Generation Kill and Everest.

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