follows a group of Oxford scientists and an unorthodox detective as they're confronted with an alien invasion. Adapted for the screen bycreators David Benioff and DB Weiss, the duo described the story as "unlike anything we'd ever read, certainly unlike anything we'd ever contemplated bringing to the screen.", here's what you need to know about the hit series starring Benedict Wong, Eiza González, Jonathan Pryce, Jess Hong, Liam Cunningham and more.
Jess Hong embodies theoretical physicist Jin Cheng. Fascinated with the mysteries of the universe, Jess is obsessed with learning more about the aliens, which could prove dangerous. Rounding out the five is Alex Sharp. Appearing as Will Downing, the character – a sixth-form physics teacher – has his life turned upside down after looking into the invasion.Assisting the Oxford Five, fans are also introduced to intelligence officer Da Shi, played by Benedict Wong. After scientists around the world begin dying at a rapid rate, he's tasked with watching the group.
Directly above him, Da Shi's boss, Wade, is portrayed by the inimitable Liam Cunningham. The leader of the world's most elite intelligence operation, Wade is prepared to do whatever it takes to protect Earth against the San-Ti invasion.Fans will also spot Jonathan Pryce as Mike Evans in 3 Body Problem. An environmentalist turned billionaire oil tycoon, Mike becomes of great interest to Da Shi and Wade.