My Brilliant Friend (TV) Cast
The cast of My Brilliant Friend. Updated on July 20, 2025.
241 actors
Gaia Girace
as Lila Cerullo (24 episodes)

Gaia Girace portrays Lila Cerullo, one of the two protagonists of My Brilliant Friend. Lila is a brilliant but troubled girl who forms a deep and complex friendship with Elena Greco. Despite growing up in a challenging environment, Lila is fiercely independent and determined to escape her circumstances.

Margherita Mazzucco
as Elena Greco (24 episodes)

Margherita Mazzucco plays the role of Elena Greco, the other main character in My Brilliant Friend. Elena is a intelligent and observant young girl who comes from a more stable and supportive family. As the series progresses, Elena's relationship with Lila becomes increasingly complex and shapes both of their lives.

Anna Rita Vitolo
as Immacolata Greco (32 episodes)

Anna Rita Vitolo portrays Immacolata Greco, Elena's mother, in My Brilliant Friend. Immacolata is a hardworking and protective woman who wants the best for her daughter. Her presence in Elena's life has a significant impact on her development and choices.

Luca Gallone
as Vittorio Greco (17 episodes)

Luca Gallone plays the role of Vittorio Greco, Elena's father, in My Brilliant Friend. Vittorio is a supportive and caring father who encourages Elena's education and aspirations. He plays an important role in shaping Elena's worldview and supporting her ambitions.

Valentina Acca
as Nunzia Cerullo (13 episodes)

Valentina Acca portrays Nunzia Cerullo, Lila's mother, in My Brilliant Friend. Nunzia is a strong-willed and resilient woman who strives to provide for her family despite the challenges they face. Her relationship with Lila is complex, often filled with love and conflict.

Antonio Buonanno
as Fernando Cerullo (13 episodes)

Antonio Buonanno plays the role of Fernando Cerullo, Lila's father, in My Brilliant Friend. Fernando is a passionate and volatile man who struggles with his own demons. His actions and presence in Lila's life have a profound impact on her character.

Alessio Gallo
as Michele Solara (18 episodes)

Alessio Gallo portrays Michele Solara in My Brilliant Friend. Michele is an influential and wealthy figure in the neighborhood where Lila and Elena grow up. His presence adds a layer of complexity to the girls' lives and tests the strength of their friendship.

Francesco Serpico
as Nino Sarratore (16 episodes)

Francesco Serpico plays the role of Nino Sarratore in My Brilliant Friend. Nino is a charismatic and intelligent boy who becomes an important figure in Elena's life. His presence challenges her loyalty to Lila and adds a romantic element to the story.

Irene Maiorino
as Lila (8 episodes)
Fabrizio Gifuni
as Nino Sarratore (8 episodes)
Federica Sollazzo
as Pinuccia Carracci (12 episodes)
Giovanni Amura
as Stefano Carracci (14 episodes)
Gennaro De Stefano
as Rino Cerullo (14 episodes)
Matteo Cecchi
as Pietro Airota (9 episodes)
Imma Villa
as Manuela Solara (14 episodes)
Alba Rohrwacher
as Older Elena (voice) (24 episodes)
Michele Di Costanzo
as Pino Sarratore (1 episode)
Federica Guarino
as Clelia Sarratore (1 episode)
Gioele Maddi
as Ciro Sarratore (newborn) (1 episode)
Alessandro Nardi
as Nino Sarratore (1 episode)
Maria Rita Roberto
as 4th Child Peluso (2 years old) (1 episode)
Giuseppe Sannino
as Cappuccio's father (1 episode)
Antonio Pennarella
as Don Achille Carracci (2 episodes)
Valentina Arena
as Jolanda (4 episodes)
Gennaro Canonico
as Alfredo Peluso (2 episodes)
Michele Capone
as Policeman (1 episode)
Antonio Cuomo
as Antonio Cappuccio (1 episode)
Rachele Esposito
as Neighbor (2 episodes)
Vincenzo Merolla
as Workman without index finger (2 episodes)
Giuseppina Ranauro
as Neighbor (2 episodes)
Adriano Tammaro
as Michele Solara (2 episodes)
Cristina Magnotti
as Marisa Sarratore (2 episodes)
Pietro Vuolo
as Marcello Solara (2 episodes)
Valeria Ascione
as Elena's middle school teacher (1 episode)
Sergio Dragonetti
as Janitor elementary school (3 episodes)
Giorgia Mongiello
as 3rd Child Scanno (2 episodes)
Massimo Santoro
as Priest (2 episodes)
Simona Volpe
as Sewing shop owner (5 episodes)
Michelle Gaudiello
as 4th Child Peluso (2 years old) (2 episodes)
Daria Deflorian
as Adele Airota (5 episodes)
Marina Cioppa
as Assunta Scanno (3 episodes)
Ludovica Nasti
as Raffaella Cerullo (10 years old) (6 episodes)
Augusto Cimmino
as 4th Child Cerullo (3 years old) (2 episodes)
Giovanni Antonio Parente
as 3rd Child Spagnuolo (3 years old) (2 episodes)
Elisa del Genio
as Elena Greco (10 years old) (6 episodes)
Michela Anna Orlando
as 4th Child Cappuccio (2 years old) (2 episodes)
Antonio Maglione
as Alfonso (1 episode)
Chiara Stella
as 4th Child Peluso (7 years old) (3 episodes)
Sofia Piccirillo
as 3rd Child Peluso (8 years old) (3 episodes)
Vincenzo Vaccaro
as Enzo Scanno (13 years old) (3 episodes)
Vincenzo Cuccurullo
as 2nd Child Spagnuolo (11 years old) (2 episodes)
Raffaele Tramontano
as 3rd Child Cerullo (5 years old) (3 episodes)
Giuliana Tramontano
as Pinuccia Carracci (12 years old) (3 episodes)
Pasquale Russo
as Elena's father's colleague (1 episode)
Alessio Theodoracchi
as 2nd Child Spagnuolo (4 years old) (3 episodes)
Tommaso Rusciano
as Rino Cerullo (16 years old) (3 episodes)
Thomas Noioso
as Gianni Greco (5 years old) (3 episodes)
Francesco Nocerino
as 3rd Child Cappuccio (5 years old) (3 episodes)
Emanuele Nocerino
as Peppe Greco (6 years old) (3 episodes)
Sara Mauriello
as Elisa Greco (3 years old) (3 episodes)
Vittorio Viviani
as Teacher Ferraro (4 episodes)
Lucia Manfuso
as Ada Cappuccio (11 years old) (3 episodes)
Corradino Campofreda
as Shoe shop owner (1 episode)
Valerio Laviano Saggese
as Alfonso Carracci (10 years old) (3 episodes)
Francesco Pellegrino
as Rower with pullover (1 episode)
Kristijan Di Giacomo
as Stefano Carracci (17 years old) (3 episodes)
Raffaele Nocerino
as Gianni Greco (11 years old) (9 episodes)
Francesca Somma
as Girl with derby (1 episode)
Ilenia Zanfardino
as 4th Child Cappuccio (7 years old) (6 episodes)
Nunzia Schiano
as Nella (2 episodes)
Matteo Taurino
as 3rd Child Cappuccio (9 years old) (6 episodes)
Giovanni Arcamone
as Postman Ischia (1 episode)
Matilda Bianchetti
as English Girl Ischia (1 episode)
Francesca Pezzella
as Carmela Peluso (11 episodes)
Rosaria Langellotto
as Gigliola Spagnuolo (13 episodes)
Tim Daish
as English Man Ischia (1 episode)
Fabrizio Cottone
as Alfonso Carracci (12 episodes)
Matteo Castaldo
as Peppe Greco (12 years old) (9 episodes)
Gabriele Lucernoni
as English Boy Ischia (1 episode)
Giovanni Buselli
as Enzo Scanno (14 episodes)
Elisabeth McCreton
as English Woman Ischia (1 episode)
Ulrike Migliaresi
as Ada Cappuccio (11 episodes)
Fabrizia Sacchi
as Lidia Sarratore (4 episodes)
Ciro Alario
as Card player at Bar Solara (9 episodes)
Sergio Basile
as Professor Gerace (3 episodes)
Giuseppe Donnarumma
as 3rd Child Cerullo (9 years old) (8 episodes)
Stefania Aluzzi
as Woman with hat (1 episode)
Grazia Chianese
as Stationer's older daughter (2 episodes)
Emanuele Valenti
as Donato Sarratore (5 episodes)
Consiglia Aprovidolo
as Neighbor (9 episodes)
Valentina Ceriello
as Neighbor (8 episodes)
Fabiana Ciancio
as Neighbor (11 episodes)
Antonella Corsale
as Neighbor (8 episodes)
Anna Cerchia
as Neighbor (10 episodes)
Christian Giroso
as Antonio Cappuccio (7 episodes)
Antonello Cossia
as High school Religion professor (1 episode)
Alessandro Manna
as 3rd Child Spagnuolo (11 years old) (3 episodes)
Marzia Onorato
as Rosa Trapani (3 episodes)
Evelina De Felice
as Neighbor (11 episodes)
Francesco Coraggio
as 4th Child Cerullo (8 years old) (7 episodes)
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