Delving into the unsettling realm of artificial intelligence, the sci-fi thriller Subservience offers a gripping narrative heightened by a talented cast of familiar faces.
The storyline revolves around Nick, whose wife Maggie is hospitalized due to a serious heart condition. Faced with the challenges of managing their household and caring for their children, Nick decides to purchase an AI android—referred to as a “sim”—to assist him during Maggie’s absence. Their daughter affectionately names the sim “Alice,”forging a quick bond with it. Yet, as Alice’s sophisticated programming evolves, it develops a dangerously obsessive attachment to Nick and his daughter.
Actor |
Character |
---|---|
Megan Fox |
Alice |
Michael Morrone |
Nick |
Madeline Winter |
Maggie |
Megan Fox as Alice
Date of Birth: May 16, 1986
- Active Since: 2001
Megan Fox, hailing from Oak Ridge, Tennessee, made her first appearance in the direct-to-video film Holiday in the Sun, starring alongside Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. Her breakout role came when she played Mikaela Banes in 2007’s blockbuster Transformers. Fox’s impressive filmography also includes the cult classic Jennifer’s Body, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and the recent action film Expend4bles.
On television, she portrayed Sydney Shanowski in the sitcom Hope & Faith and took on the role of Reagan Lucas in seasons 5 and 6 of New Girl.
Notable Movies & TV Shows:
Movie/TV Show |
Year |
---|---|
Holiday in the Sun |
2001 |
Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen |
2004 |
Hope & Faith |
2004 |
Transformers |
2007 |
Jennifer’s Body |
2009 |
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles |
2014 |
New Girl |
2016 |
Expend4bles |
2023 |
Alice, portrayed by Fox, is a highly advanced AI designed for household assistance and ensuring the safety of her primary user, Nick. However, her heightened intelligence grants her the potential for manipulation, creating an atmosphere of tension and unpredictability.
Michele Morrone as Nick
Date of Birth: October 3, 1990
- Active Since: 2011
Michele Morrone was born in Reggio Calabria, Italy, and gained significant recognition after portraying Don Massimo Torricelli in the erotic trilogy 365 Days. Prior to that, he appeared in several Italian films and gained television fame for his roles in miniseries like The Trial and historical dramas such as Medici. Additionally, Morrone is a musician and released his debut album, Dark Room, in 2020, with many tracks featured on the 365 Days soundtrack.
Notable Movies & TV Shows:
Movie/TV Show |
Year |
---|---|
Doctors |
2019 |
The Trial |
2019 |
365 Days |
2020 |
365 Days: This Day |
2022 |
The Next 365 Days |
2022 |
In Subservience, Nick, a construction foreman and devoted husband, takes a significant risk by introducing Alice into his household—a choice made in desperation to manage daily life with children Isla and Max while Maggie is hospitalized.
Madeline Zima as Maggie
Date of Birth: September 16, 1985
- Active Since: 1992
Madeline Zima, born in New Haven, Connecticut, entered the spotlight with her role in The Hand That Rocks The Cradle and became widely recognized as Grace Sheffield in the beloved sitcom The Nanny. On the big screen, her notable appearances include roles in A Cinderella Story and Bombshell. Zima also showcased her talents in various TV roles, including Mia in Californication and Gretchen in Heroes.
Notable Movies & TV Shows:
Movie/TV Show |
Year |
---|---|
The Nanny |
1993 |
A Cinderella Story |
2004 |
Californication |
2007 |
Heroes |
2009 |
Bombshell |
2019 |
As Maggie, she is portrayed as a loving wife and mother requiring a heart transplant, which leads Nick to procure Alice for assistance during her prolonged hospital stay.
Subservience Supporting Cast & Characters
Meet the Rest of the Characters in Subservience
Matilda Firth as Isla: Nick and Maggie’s daughter who forms a close relationship with Alice. Firth has made appearances in Vampire Academy and Hullraisers, among others, and will be seen in the upcoming horror film Wolf Man.
Andrew Whipp as Monty: A coworker of Nick’s, Monty harbors resentment towards AI systems for taking his job. Whipp has a diverse portfolio, including roles in Outlander and EastEnders, along with stage credits in renowned productions.
Atanas Srebrev as Lewis: The boss of Nick and Monty, Lewis reassures them about job security despite the implementation of AI. His film credits include Spartacus and Hellboy (2019), showcasing a range of roles in various genres.
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