Instinct (TV) Cast
The cast of Instinct. Updated on September 17, 2025.
35 actors
Alan Cumming
as Dylan Reinhart (24 episodes)

Alan Cumming plays Dylan Reinhart, a former CIA officer turned psychology professor and writer who helps the NYPD solve crimes.

Bojana Novaković
as Elizabeth 'Lizzie' Needham (24 episodes)

Bojana Novaković stars as Elizabeth 'Lizzie' Needham, an NYPD detective who partners with Dylan Reinhart on cases.

Daniel Ings
as Andy (24 episodes)

Daniel Ings appears as Andy, Dylan Reinhart's husband, making the show notable for its representation of a gay married couple.

Naveen Andrews
as Julian Cousins (24 episodes)

Naveen Andrews plays Julian Cousins, a former CIA operative who assists Dylan Reinhart with his investigative work.

Sharon Leal
as Jasmine Gooden (24 episodes)

Sharon Leal portrays Jasmine Gooden, the NYPD Lieutenant overseeing Dylan and Lizzie's cases.

John Doman
as Roger Reinhart (1 episode)

John Doman takes on the role of Roger Reinhart, Dylan's father.

Sutton Foster
as Celia Baxter (1 episode)

Sutton Foster appears as Celia Baxter, a character connected to the primary storyline.

Peter Hermann
as Russell Wright (1 episode)

Peter Hermann is Russell Wright, another character involved in the series' unfolding events.

Shiloh Fernandez
as Troy (1 episode)

Shiloh Fernandez plays Troy, a character involved in the plot's development.

Lauren E. Banks
as Dierde (2 episodes)

Lauren E. Banks portrays Dierdre, contributing to the series' narrative.

Telly Leung
as Sam (1 episode)

Telly Leung appears as Sam, a minor yet integral part of the storyline.

David A. Gregory
as Jeff Johnson (1 episode)

David A. Gregory plays Jeff Johnson, adding depth to the series' cast of characters.

Michael Kostroff
as John Raymond (1 episode)
Cody Kostro
as Seth (1 episode)
Aria Shahghasemi
as Vet Tech (1 episode)
Casey Cott
as Dino Moretti (1 episode)
Samuel H. Levine
as Ross Dirkson (1 episode)
Lizzy DeClement
as Annie Emerson (1 episode)
Kathryn Erbe
as Caitlyn Gerich (1 episode)
Travis Van Winkle
as Det. Ryan Stock (6 episodes)
Michael B. Silver
as Sgt. Kanter Harris (6 episodes)
Andrew Polk
as Doug the Medical Examiner (3 episodes)
Eric Bogosian
as Harry Kassabian (1 episode)
Myles Clohessy
as Sasha (1 episode)
Lynn Marocola
as NYPD Officer (uncredited) (3 episodes)
Nicole Kang
as Stephanie (1 episode)
Rebecca Watson
as Eleanor (1 episode)
Laura Sohn
as Millennial (1 episode)
Elijah Richardson
as Kid (1 episode)
Lucca De Oliveira
as Fucci's Nephew (1 episode)
Daniel London
as Dan (1 episode)
Joshua De Jesus
as Kev (1 episode)
Alicia Crowder
as Jenny (1 episode)
David Corenswet
as Spencer Baymoore (1 episode)
Nick D'Ambrosio
as Boy in Crowd (uncredited) (1 episode)
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