The Bikeriders Cast and Character Guide: Who plays whom in the crime fiction?

Jeff Nichols' crime fiction, The Bikeriders, was released back in 2023.

Eminent photographer Danny Lyon's photobook, titled The Bikeriders, has been the prime influence for Jeff Nichols in writing and directing the film.

The story is set within the uprising biker culture in America in the 1960s. The film follows the plot of Benny, a biker, who is compelled to make a significant choice out of the two: either leave the biking world and choose a life with his love Kathy, or continue the one that calls for violence and danger.

The synopsis of The Bikeriders, as per Amazon Prime Video, goes as follows,

"The Bikeriders captures a rebellious time in America when the culture and people were changing. After a chance encounter at a local bar, strong-willed Kathy is inextricably drawn to Benny, the newest member of Midwestern motorcycle club, the Vandals led by the enigmatic Johnny. The club begins to evolve, forcing Benny to choose between Kathy and his loyalty to the club."

However, The Bikeriders has a brilliant cast of actors who essay the characters, including Jodie Comer, Austin Butler, Tom Hardy, Norman Reedus, Michael Shannon, Mike Faist, and many others.

Let's explore the details about the cast and the characters in the film.

The Bikeriders cast and character Guide: Who plays whom in the crime fiction?

1) Austin Butler as "Benny"

The volatile and impulsive Benny is wholly devoted to the bikers club. He has also been the latest addition to the group.

He is finding himself at a crossroads in making his biggest life decision, either to live up to the faithfulness of the biker club or his wife, Kathy.

The Golden Globe and BAFTA-winning actor Austin Butler marks his remarkable presence in the character of Benny in The Bikeriders.

Austin Butler is known for his work in successful films and series, including Zoey 101 (2007-2008), The Carrie Diaries (2013-2014), Once Upon A Time...In Hollywood (2019), Elvis (2022), Dune: Part Two (2024), and Masters of the Air (2024).

2) Jodie Comer as "Kathy"

Kathy is Benny's partner in The Bikeriders. She becomes smitten with Benny since the time she met him. However, Benny's involvement in the club disturbs her life deeply. Towards the end, though, Benny puts his biking life behind him and lives with her peacefully in Florida.

In the film, Jodie Comer, the Emmy and BAFTA-winning actor, plays the role of Kathy. Comer has achieved success by starring in promising films and series, including My Mad Fat Diary (2013-2015), Doctor Foster (2015-2017), Thirteen (2016), Killing Eve (2018-2022), The Last Duel (2021) and Help (2021).

3) Tom Hardy as "Johnny"

Benny's confidante, as well as the man behind the creation of the Vandal Motorcycle Club, is Johnny.

The character of Johnny is portrayed by the iconic Tom Hardy.

Some of the most prominent works of Tom Hardy in films and series include Bronson (2008), Warrior (2011), Lawless (2012), Locke (2013), The Revenant (2015), Mad Max: Fury Road (2015), Dunkirk (2017), Venom (2018) and Peaky Blinders (2014-2022).

4) Norman Reedus as "Funny Sonny"

A dedicated biker of the group, Funny Sonny, is essayed by Norman Reedus.

The multifaceted artist Norman Reedus is known for his work in films and series, including 8MM (1999), The Boondock Saints (1999), Blade II (2002), American Gangster (2007), The Walking Dead (2010-2022), Law and Order: Special Victims Unit (1999-present) and Triple Nine (2016).

5) Michael Shannon as "Zipco"

The Academy Award-nominated actor Michael Shannon has joined the cast of The Bikeriders in the role of Zipco.

Michael Shannon has a long association with Jeff Nichols, as he has been part of all the films he has directed, along with The Bikeriders.

The SAG Award-winning actor is well known for his work in several successful films and series, which includes his portrayal of General Zod in DC's Man of Steel (2013) and The Flash (2023).

Along with that, Michael Shannon has starred in Pearl Harbor (2001), Before the Devil Knows You're Dead (2007), The Shape of Water (2017), Knives Out (2019), Nine Perfect Strangers (2021), and many more.

6) Mike Faist as "Danny"

Interestingly, a characterization of the original creator of the story, Danny Lyon, is also included in the movie.

It is essayed by the Daytime Emmy award-winning actor Mike Faist, who has previously worked in films and series, including West Side Story (2021), Pinball: The Man Who Saved the Game (2022), and Challengers (2024).

The rest of the cast of The Bikeriders include: