Moon Knight Cast Guide: Every Marvel Character & Who Plays Them

Marvel Studios' Moon Knight debuted on Disney+ as part of Phase 4, introducing the mythology of Ancient Egypt into the MCU. Premiering on March 30, 2022, Moon Knight marked the introduction of yet another new hero to the MCU, with Phase 4 establishing a new crop of characters in the wake of Avengers: Endgame and the end of the Infinity Saga. Excitement for Moon Knight to enter the MCU was high, and the series was finally announced in 2019, created by Jeremy Slater, with acclaimed directors including Mohamed Diab, Aaron Moorhead, and Justin Benson attached.

Debuting in Marvel Comics during 1975's Werewolf by Night #32, Moon Knight has been a staple of the more supernatural storylines in the comics ever since. In both the comics and the MCU, Moon Knight's human alter ego, Marc Spector, has dissociative identity disorder, meaning as well as being the avatar of the Egyptian God Khonshu, Spector also has a variety of alters to contend with. It's one of these alters who audiences are first introduced to in the MCU's Moon Knight, as Steven Grant is unwittingly pulled into a globe-trotting adventure, coming face-to-face with a number of brand-new MCU characters in the process.

Oscar Isaac as Marc Spector/Steven Grant/Jake Lockley, A.K.A. Moon Knight

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Oscar Isaac takes the leading role in Moon Knight, portraying Marc Spector and his alters, Steven Grant and Jake Lockley. Spector was a mercenary and the original avatar for Khonshu, while Steven is a British gift shop employee at a museum who thinks he only suffers from issues with sleep. Jake Lockley is only seen in the final moments of Moon Knight and is revealed to be the true, murderous avatar of Khonshu. Moon Knight marks Oscar Isaac's MCU debut, though he previously portrayed Apocalypse in Fox's X-Men: Apocalypse, and has also appeared in projects such as Ex Machina, Dune, and the Star Wars franchise.

Ethan Hawke as Arthur Harrow

Legendary actor Ethan Hawke takes on the role of Moon Knight villain Arthur Harrow. Although based on the Marvel Comics character, the MCU's Harrow has been changed dramatically, giving him a much more prominent role as an avid follower of the Egyptian god Ammit, and, eventually her avatar. Best known for his work in Dead Poets Society, Richard Linklater's Before trilogy, and Boyhood, Moon Knight marks the first role in a comic book adaptation for the two-time Academy Award nominee.

May Calamawy as Layla El-Faouly, A.K.A. Scarlet Scarab

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Best known for her roles in Together, Together and Ramy, rising star May Calamawy debuted in Moon Knight as Layla El-Faouly, Marc Spector's wife. In the MCU, Layla is an amalgamation of Marlene Alraune and the Scarlet Scarab in Marvel Comics, the latter of which she adopts as her superhero moniker when she becomes the avatar of Taweret, and the MCU's first Egyptian superhero. Calamawy has been reported to have a large role in the MCU's future, though it's currently unclear where she'll be returning, as Moon Knight season 2 hasn't yet been confirmed.

F. Murray Abraham as Khonshu

The Egyptian god Khonshu is voiced by F. Murray Abraham in Moon Knight, with the on-set performance being given by Karim El Hakim. Khonshu is an intimidating character, a rogue god who was cast out by the other members of the Ennead. Khonshu seeks to bring justice to those who do wrong, vowing to protect the travelers of the night, and transforms Marc Spector into Moon Knight in order for him to act as the "Fist of Khonshu." El Hakim is best known for his work as a cinematographer, while F. Murray Abraham has been a star of stage and screen since the 1950s.

The Egyptian Gods & Avatars

Moon Knight takes a huge amount of inspiration from Ancient Egyptian mythology, meaning this was the perfect place to introduce several new gods to the MCU, including Khonshu and the Egyptian Ennead. This group of gods typically consists of nine members who oversee all the other deities, but in the MCU, they've largely elected to stay out of human affairs - which causes a rift with Khonshu's active intervention in humanity. The Ennead were finally introduced in Moon Knight episode 3, "The Friendly Type."

Antonia Salib as Taweret: The Egyptian goddess of childbirth and fertility Taweret was voiced by Antonia Salib, best known for the short film Chronic. Taweret guided Marc and Steven through the Duat, and eventually became connected to Layla, transforming her into the Scarlet Scarab.
Declan Hannigan as the avatar of Horus: Best known for roles in The Terror and Atomic Blonde, Declan Hannigan portrayed the human avatar of the Egyptian god of kinship Horus.
Díana Bermudez as Yatzil, the avatar of Hathor: After roles in Rambo: The Last Blood and Silent Witness, Díana Bermudez appeared in Moon Knight as Yatzil, the human avatar of the Egyptian goddess of love Hathor.
Hayley Konadu as the avatar of Tefnut: Hayley Konadu appeared as the Egyptian goddess of moisture Tefnut, after having roles in Lockwood & Co. and Imperfect.
Khalid Abdalla as Selim, the avatar of Osiris: After starring in The Kite Runner, Green Zone, and United 93, Khalid Abdalla appeared in Moon Knight as Selim, the human avatar of the Egyptian god of the underworld Osiris, the leader of the Ennead Council.
Nagisa Morimoto as the avatar of Isis: Widely known in the world of French cinema, and for appearing in Greta, Nagisa Morimoto debuted as the human avatar of the Egyptian goddess of magic Isis in Moon Knight.
Saba Mubarak as Ammit: Saba Mubarak, known for her roles in The Monk, The Price, and Amira, voiced Ammit in Moon Knight's finale episode, while Sofia Danu of Silent Witness fame provided the on-set performance for the Egyptian goddess of judgment.

Moon Knight Supporting Characters

Alexander Cobb as J.B.: J.B. is the security officer at the British museum in which Steven Grant works. Alexander Cobb is best known for appearing in The King's Man, Grace, and Mary Shelley.
Ann Akinjirin as Bobbi Kennedy: One of Arthur Harrow's followers, and a British police officer who tries to apprehend Steven Grant. Ann Akinjirin has previously appeared in I May Destroy You and Electric Dreams.
Barbara Rosenblat as Lagaro: Lagaro is the forger who creates a fake passport for Layla, allowing her to safely enter Egypt. Barbara Rosenblat previously appeared in Orange Is The New Black, Gotham, and House of Cards.
Bill Bekele as Rosser: Bill Bekele, best known for roles in House of the Dragon and The Great, appeared as Dr. Steven Grant's young assistant in Tomb Buster, the video that Marc Spector watches while in the mental institution of the Duat.
Carlos S. Sanchez as Young Marc Spector: Marc Spector is played as a child by Carlos S. Sanchez, a young actor who recently appeared in Chicago Fire.
Claudio Fabian Contreras as Randall Spector: Child actor Claudio Fabian Contreras makes his debut in Moon Knight as Marc Spector's younger brother who tragically dies.
David Ganley as Billy Fitzgerald: Body of Lies and Sunset Song actor David Ganley plays Billy Fitzgerald, another follower of Arthur Harrow and Bobbi Kennedy's police partner.
David Jake Rodriguez as Teenage Marc Spector: Known for roles in Up Here and the short film It Speaks!, David Jake Rodriguez played Marc Spector as a teenager in flashback sequences.
Fernanda Andrade as Wendy Spector: Marc Spector's abusive mother, Wendy, is played by Fernanda Andrade. Andrade is best known for her roles in horror film The Devil Inside, as well as The Mentalist, NeXt, and Narcos: Mexico.
Gaspard Ulliel as Anton Mogart: Ulliel played antique dealer Anton Mogart in Moon Knight, after previously appearing in projects such as the French version of Rise of the Guardians, and Coma. Ulliel tragically passed away after filming his MCU debut in Moon Knight.
Joseph Millson as Dr. Steven Grant: Perhaps best known for his role in Casino Royale, Joseph Millson played the fictional Dr. Steven Grant in Moon Knight's Tomb Buster.
Loic Mabanza as Bek: After appearing in The Kitchen, dancer and choreographer Loci Mabanza played Anton Mogart's bodyguard Bek, who also worked in Moon Knight's psychiatric hospital.
Lucy Thackeray as Donna: Lucy Thackeray portrays Donna, Steven Grant's boss at the museum. Thackeray is best known for roles in Hatton Garden, Surge, and Black Ops.
Rey Lucas as Elias Spector: Best known for his roles in The First, New Amsterdam, and Luke Cage, Rey Lucas appeared as Marc Spector and Steven Grant's father, Elias.
Saffron Hocking as Dylan: Saffron Hocking appears as Dylan in Moon Knight episode 1, a woman who Steven Grant sets up a date with. Hocking previously appeared in Top Boy and Riches.
Shaun Scott as Crawley: British actor Shaun Scott appeared as Crawley, the gold street performer who Steven Grant speaks to in Moon Knight. Scott is known for his previous work in The Bill, The River, and Brass.
Usama Soliman as Abdallah El-Faouly: Layla El-Faouly's father, Abdallah El-Faouly, the original Scarlet Scarab in Marvel Comics, was played in Moon Knight by Usama Soliman in what appears to be his first acting credit.

Where Will Moon Knight's Characters Appear Next In The MCU?

It's unclear when most of Moon Knight's characters might appear next in the MCU, as there has been no confirmation of a second season. It has been revealed that there are plans for Moon Knight's story to continue, however, as May Calamawy has been confirmed to have a big role in the MCU's future. It's possible that Moon Knight season 2 could be announced soon, and if not, it's likely that Marc Spector could appear in Blade opposite Mahershala Ali, as both deal with more supernatural storylines. Avengers: The Kang Dynasty and Secret Wars will also likely see Moon Knight introduce himself to the MCU's wider world of heroes.