Plummer, Chung and Miller Join Cuarón's Apple TV Series Ascension
The three actors become series regulars alongside Caitríona Balfe and Bill Nighy in the psychological horror thriller inspired by Adam Nevill's novel Last Days.
Amanda Plummer, Christopher Chung and T'Nia Miller have joined the series regular cast of Alfonso Cuarón's Apple TV series Ascension, Deadline reported on October 28, 2026.
The three join Caitríona Balfe, who leads the series and executive produces, and Bill Nighy, both of whom had already been announced as cast members.
Ascension is a one-hour psychological horror thriller inspired by Adam Nevill's novel Last Days. Apple Studios serves as the studio, with Anonymous Content also producing.
The series was written by James and White with Alfonso Cuarón and Carlos Cuarón, and James serves as lead director.
Quick answers
Who has joined the cast of Ascension?
Amanda Plummer, Christopher Chung and T'Nia Miller have joined as series regulars.
Who else stars in Ascension?
Caitríona Balfe, who leads and executive produces, and Bill Nighy were previously announced.
What is Ascension based on?
It is a one-hour psychological horror thriller inspired by Adam Nevill's novel Last Days.