Cast of Twelfth Night

Helena Bonham Carter portrays Olivia, a wealthy noblewoman mourning the loss of her brother. Olivia finds herself entangled in a love triangle when she falls for Viola, who is disguised as a man.

Richard E. Grant plays Sir Andrew Aguecheek, a foolish and wealthy knight who is manipulated by Sir Toby Belch and Maria in their schemes to court Olivia.

Nigel Hawthorne takes on the role of Malvolio, Olivia's steward who becomes the victim of a cruel prank orchestrated by Sir Toby, Maria, and Feste.

Ben Kingsley embodies the character of Feste, a witty and mischievous clown who serves as a jester in Olivia's household, providing entertainment and insightful commentary.

Mel Smith portrays Sir Toby Belch, Olivia's rowdy and freeloading uncle who enjoys drinking, merrymaking, and engaging in pranks with Maria to cause chaos.

Imelda Staunton brings Maria to life, a clever and cunning lady-in-waiting to Olivia who participates in tricking Malvolio as part of a plot for revenge.

Toby Stephens plays Orsino, the Duke of Illyria, who is in love with Olivia but finds himself drawn to Viola, not realizing she is the woman he seeks.

Imogen Stubbs embodies Viola, a resourceful young woman who disguises herself as a man named Cesario to serve Orsino and eventually falls in love with him.

Nicholas Farrell takes on the role of Antonio, a loyal sea captain who rescues Sebastian after a shipwreck and becomes embroiled in the mistaken identities unfolding in Illyria.

Steven Mackintosh portrays Sebastian, Viola's twin brother who is separated from her during a shipwreck and unknowingly becomes involved in the romantic entanglements of Illyria.

Sidney Livingstone plays the Captain, who rescues Viola after the shipwreck and assists her in adopting her disguise as Cesario while navigating the intrigues of Illyria.

James Walker embodies the Priest who solemnizes the marriages that mark the resolution of the misunderstandings and romantic mix-ups that occur throughout the comedic twists of Twelfth Night.