D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai, Annabel Wolfe, and Oliver Edis Team Up with Antony Starr in New Netflix Series ‘Breakers’
Netflix has finalized the cast for its upcoming scripted series Breakers (formerly known as Red Bluff). The show will feature Emmy-nominated actor D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai (Reservation Dogs), Annabel Wolfe (Surviving Summer), and Oliver Edis (Gnomes), joining previously announced lead and executive producer Antony Starr. The series is created by writer and executive producer Pete Jackson, known for works such as Somewhere Boy and The Death of Bunny Munro, in collaboration with Clerkenwell Films, recognized for Baby Reindeer and *The End Of The F**ing World. Production is currently underway in Western Australia, with an anticipated wrap date in June 2026.
Breakers follows two best friends from the United States who embark on a backpacking adventure in Australia, only to find themselves captivated by a seemingly perfect surfing community, led by the enigmatic Brando, portrayed by Starr.
Woon-A-Tai will take on the role of Elliot, Edis will portray Flynn, and Wolfe will play Harper, in addition to Starr’s character, Brando. Supporting cast members include Asher Yasbincek as Maggie (Heartbreak High), David Howell as Iggy (Run, The Narrow Road To The Deep North), Tyroe Muhafidin as Danno (The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power), Tom Dawson as Don (Tenzing), Sherry-Lee Watson as Astrid (Heartbreak High), Lu Miller as Amara (Nansie), Eliza Learmonth as Clementine (Baby Shower), and Brodie Townsend as Kurt (Heartbreak High).
Antony Starr and Pete Jackson are joined as executive producers by Clerkenwell Films’ Gavin O’Grady, Petra Fried, and Wim De Greef. Direction is being handled by Mary Nighy (Say Nothing, Industry) and Ng Choon Ping (What It Feels Like For A Girl, Femme). Clerkenwell Films, a part of BBC Studios, is producing the series in partnership with BBC Studios Productions Australia.
Breakers marks a significant milestone as Netflix’s first series filmed in Western Australia, benefiting from support provided by Screenwest and the WA Government through the Western Australian Production Attraction Incentive.
D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai recently garnered attention for his historic 2024 Emmy nomination for outstanding actor in a comedy series for Reservation Dogs, becoming the first Indigenous actor nominated in a lead acting category. His portrayal of Bear Smallhill in the acclaimed FX series also earned him two Critics Choice Award nominations for Best Actor in a Comedy Series. Woon-A-Tai recently appeared in Alex Garland’s A24 film Warfare and will feature in Darren Aronofsky’s upcoming film Caught Stealing. He has completed work on Andrew Haigh’s new feature, A Long Winter, and is represented by Gersh, The Characters Talent Agency, and David Dean Management.
Edis is represented by Morrissey Management and Brave Artists Management, while Wolfe is represented by RGM Artists and Echo Lake Entertainment.
