The Australian crime drama,Troppo, features an ensemble cast of talented and recognizable Australian actors, all led by American movie star, Thomas Jane.Troppofollows Ted Conkaffey, a former American cop who moved to Australia to escape some demons of his past. Set in Queensland,Tropposees Ted working as a private investigator alongside his partner, Amanda Pharrell (Nicole Chamoun), a talented detective who has a dark history of her own. Together,the pair solve crimes around Crimson Lake, often bumping up against the police stationed there.
Like many shows set in Australia,Troppoputs the continent’s unique location to good use. “Troppo” is Australian slang for, “going troppo”, meaning “going mad” due to the unrelenting heat in Australia (viaABC) and that term comes into play often inTroppo, with characters often behaving angrily, irritably, and out of character. Season 2 premiered on June 01, 2025, and finished on June 08, 2025. This second series finds Ted and Amanda trying to solve the case of a murdered retreat leader, Julian. Many characters from the original series return and many more are introduced.
Thomas Jane As Ted Conkaffey
Date Of Birth: June 24, 2025
Actor:Thomas Jane’s first notable film role came inBoogie Nights, where he played Todd Parker. This role led to parts inThe Thin Red Lineas Private Hiram Ash, andPunisheras the second live-action iteration of the character. On television, Jane starred inThe Expanseas Josephus Miller andHungas Ray Drecker.
The Predator(2019)
Baxley
Character:Ted Conkaffey is more or less the same character inTropposeason 2. He still hasn’t come to terms with the demons of his past, but he continues to better his future. This new case finds Ted attempting to defend his client from false accusations of murder, which is a similar issue that Ted has faced.
Nicole Chamoun As Amanda Pharrell
Date Of Birth: August 19, 2025
Actor:Australian actress Nicole Chamoun has only appeared in two small roles in movies,Last Danceand10 Terrorists. Her TV credits include major roles inOn the Ropesas Amirah Al-Amir,Safe Harbouras Zahra Al-Bayati, andRomper Stomperas Laila.
Safe Harbour(2018)
Zahra Al-Bayati
Character:Amanda Pharrell is one half of Pharrell-Konkaffey Investigations and a talented but headstrong P.I. who is always quick to trade words with Ted.Amanda, who was incarcerated for 12 years for a murder, is still trying to get over the trauma of the experience, hoping to earn some salvation by exposing other murderers.
Zindzi Okenyo As Detective Sweeney
Date Of Birth: Unknown
Actor:Zindzi Okenyo is a musician and actor who often performs under her stage name, “Okenyo”. In 2020, Okenyo appeared in the Australian film,The Very Excellent Mr. Dundeeas an ACN anchor and her TV credits include Inspector Ivy Tsuma inCritical Incident, Amanda inSisters, and Alex inWolf Like Me.
Critical Incident(2024)
Inspector Ivy Tsuma
Character:Detective Sweeney is a new character inTropposeason 2. She is in charge of the official investigation into Julian’s death, putting her at odds with Ted. She also begins a romantic relationship with Amanda that complicates both their investigations into the murder.
Simon Lyndon As Twist
Date Of Birth: July 06, 2025
Actor:Simon Lyndon is a prolific TV and movie actor who has appeared in films likeChopperas Jimmy Loughnan,Caught Insideas Tombs, andConcealedas Max. His later career has seen him involved in more short films. On television, Lyndon is known for playing Darren Bonney inSpirited, Gumby inPuberty Blues, and Michael inEden.
Puberty Blues(2012)
Gumby
Character:Twist is a returning character toTroppo, and he is Julian’s brother. Overcome with grief, he attempts anything to find out who killed his brother, even if it means disrupting Ted and Amanda’s investigation. Twist is also responsible for much of the chaos in Amanda’s life in season 1.
Radha Mitchell As Kelly
Date Of Birth: July 01, 2025
Actor:Radha Mitchell is a prolific Australian TV and movie actress who has appeared in some major blockbusters and notable series. In movies, she appeared inthe cast ofPitch Blackas Carolyn Fry, in theSilent Hillfranchise as Rose Da Silva, and in theHas Fallenfranchise as Leah Banning. Her TV performances include Pixie Robinson inSugar and Spice, Catherine O’Brien inNeighbours, and Marta Walraven inRed Widow.
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London Has Fallen(2016)
Leah Banning
Character:Kelly returns forTropposeason 2 as Ted’s ex-wife, andshe is still shaken by Ted being accused of sexually assaulting a teenagerbefore the start of the series. In season 2, she protests against allowing their daughter to visit Ted in Crimson Lake.
Ursula Yovich As Ronnie
Date Of Birth: August 12, 2025
Actor:Ursula Yovich is an Aboriginal Australian actress and singerwho has appeared in a handful of notable TV shows and movies. Her film credits includeAustraliaas Daisy and thebased-on-a-true-story drama,The Royal Hotel, as Carol. Her TV credits include voicing Levi inLittle J & Big Cuzand playing Kelly inPreppers.
Levi (voice)
The Royal Hotel(2023)
Carol
Character:Ronnie is a character new toTropposeason 2 and as the season goes on, it becomes more clear that she may have played a part in Julian’s death.
Miah Madden As Tayla
Date Of Birth: June 18, 2025
Actor:Miah Madden is an Australian actress and presenter who began her career as a child actor in the filmThe Sapphiresas Young Julie. She went on to appear inAustralia Dayas April Tucker, and she has appeared in TV shows likePaper Dollsas Charlie Levett andDive Clubas Maddie.
Paper Dolls(2023)
Charlie Levett
Character:Tayla is a new character inTropposeason 2, and she’s Ronnie’s daughter. She is also Raph’s (Ethan Lwin) girlfriend, and she is desperate to prove to Amanda and Ted that Raph did not kill his father, Julian.
Ethan Lwin As Raph
Actor:Ethan Lwin has only been acting since 2022, first appearing in the miniseriesJoe vs. Caroleas Inmate Dorsey. He later went on to appear in the showsYoung Rockas a waiter andHuman Erroras Gabe Kihn.
Human Error(2024)
Gabe Kihn
Character:Raph is another new character inTropposeason 2.He’s the son of the murdered Julian and one of the primary suspectsin his death. His girlfriend, Tayla, hires Amanda and Ted to take his case and prove his innocence.
Georgina Naidu As Devi
Actor:Georgina Naidu is an Australian actress who has appeared in films likeMallboyas Helen andRun Rabbit Runas Andrea. Her television credits includeIn Limboas Shenali,Newton’s Lawas Helena Chatterjee, andMr and Mrs Murderas Janine.
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In Limbo(2023)
Shenali
Character:Devi is the operating manager behind Julian’s retreat foundation. Her closeness to Julian before he passed raises a few eyebrows among the police, Amanda, and Ted.
Troppo Season 2 Supporting Cast & Characters
Troppo Features An Ensemble Of Recognizable Australian Actors
Jacey Lewis as Bridget:Jacey Lewis plays Bridget inTropposeason 2, a former client of Julian’s who gives Ted some important information about the man. Lewis plays Marcie inCelesteand Senior Constable Liz Jamieson inAustralia Day. On TV, she plays Dina Straker inMonarch Cove.
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Brett Tucker as Colin:Colin is a journalist doing a story about Julian’s death, and he also has ties to Ted’s past. Brett Tucker is best known as an Einherjar Guard inThor: The Dark Worldand Fire Chief Lucas Ripley inStation 19.
Angela Punch McGregor as Dr. Val:Angela Punch McGregor returns as Dr. Val inTropposeason 2, a forensic investigator in Crimson Lake who often sides with Amanda and Ted over the police. McGregor plays Ros Parrish inHome and Away, Jane Potter inClass of 75, andvoices Esmerelda inThe Hunchback of Notre Dame.
Ron Smyck as Mario:Mario, played by Ron Smyck, is an automotive mechanic and a close ally of Ted and Amanda. Smyck plays Harris inGodzilla x Kong: The New Empire, Dave inSpiderhead, and Trevor Bongiovanni inReturn to Paradise.
Alex Kaan as Zach:Zach witnessed Julian’s death but immediately went into hiding, forcing Amanda and Ted to track him down. Alex Kaan plays Fadi Ibrahim inLast King of the Crossand Faraz inRock Island Mysteries.
Di Adams as Stella:Di Adams plays Stella inTroppo, Julian’s neighbor with a negative view of the man. Adams plays Ursula Bright inThe Principle, Mrs. Bushell inWhile the Men Are Away, and Ness inJune Again.
Robert Mammone as Max:Max, played by Robert Mammone, is another of Julian’s neighbors who has been having a difficult time since Julian died. Mammone plays Chief Randy Sosa inReckoning, Sid Walker inHome and Away, andAK inThe Matrix ReloadedandThe Matrix Revolutions.
Ling Cooper Tang as Sergeant Carrie Hench:Ling Cooper Tang plays Sergeant Carrie Hench inTroppa, returning from season 1 as the leader of law enforcement in Crimson Lake. Tang plays Suyin inNautilus, Sulin Hope inApples Never Fall, and Principal Taft inReckoning.
Cramer Cain as Wayne:Wayne returns for season 2 as the owner of a local bar that Amanda and Ted frequent. He’s portrayed by Cramer Cain, best known for his roles inThe Straitsas Eddie,Sanctumas Luko, andThe Island of Doctor Moronas Balthasar.
Sara West as Brooke:Sara West plays Brooke inTropposeason 2, Wayne’s new employee. West is best known for playing Cara Varga-Murphy inNeighbours, Lyndal inDon’t Tell, and Iggy inIggy & Ace.
Troppo
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Troppo is a crime drama series where a disgraced ex-cop partners with an eccentric private investigator to uncover the truth behind suspicious deaths in a remote Australian community. Based on the novel Crimson Lake by Candice Fox, the show explores themes of redemption and resilience amidst the unforgiving Australian wilderness. The series stars Thomas Jane, Nicole Chamoun, and David Lyons.
