When Amazon Prime Video brought Vivienne Medrano's indie pilot to a full series order, it swapped out several original internet voice actors for Broadway veterans and television stars. That shift shaped the distinct musical theater style of the show. If you're wondering who brings the inhabitants of Hell to life, here is the exact breakdown of the main cast, the recurring players, and how the production choices changed from the 2019 pilot.
Main Voice Cast and Characters
The primary ensemble centers around Charlie Morningstar's ambitious rehabilitation project. Each lead actor brings extensive stage or screen experience to their vocal performances.
- Erika Henningsen as Charlie Morningstar: Charlie is the optimistic princess of Hell trying to redeem sinners. Henningsen is best known for originating the role of Cady Heron in Mean Girls on Broadway, which gives Charlie her soaring, theatrical vocal power.
- Stephanie Beatriz as Vaggie: Vaggie acts as Charlie's fiercely protective partner and the muscle of the hotel. Beatriz is widely recognized for her role as Rosa Diaz in Brooklyn Nine-Nine, bringing a sharp, grounded edge to the character.
- Blake Roman as Angel Dust: Angel Dust is an adult film star and the hotel's first reluctant patron. Roman balances high-energy camp with dramatic vulnerability, building on his theater background in works like The Book of Mormon.
- Amir Talai as Alastor: The terrifying "Radio Demon" who aids Charlie for his own amusement speaks with a vintage, 1930s broadcast filter over Talai's performance. Talai has a long list of television and voice credits, including American Dad!.
- Keith David as Husk: Husk is a cynical, flying-feline bartender bound by old deals. David brings his iconic, gravelly bass baritone voice to the role, recognizable from classic Disney films like The Princess and the Frog and major sci-fi projects.
- Kimiko Glenn as Niffty: Niffty is a hyperactive, bug-obsessed cyclops demon. Glenn is famous for her work on Orange Is the New Black and voicing Peni Parker in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
- Alex Brightman as Sir Pentious and Adam: Brightman pulls double duty as the Victorian snake inventor and the arrogant original human. A two-time Tony nominee for Beetlejuice and School of Rock, Brightman handles the rapid-fire comedic timing and heavy rock vocals.
Overlords, Angels, and Recurring Cast
Beyond the core hotel staff, Hell's hierarchy and Heaven's upper management feature a powerhouse roster of guest stars and recurring voice actors.
- Christian Borle as Vox: Vox leads the tech-based Vees as a flat-screen television demon. Borle is a two-time Tony Award winner known for Broadway hits like Something Rotten!.
- Joel Perez as Valentino: Valentino is the abusive pothole-boss of Angel Dust. Perez brings a slick, menacing intensity to the flamboyant overlord.
- Jeremy Jordan as Lucifer Morningstar: Charlie's estranged father and the ruler of Hell is voiced by Jeremy Jordan, another Broadway heavyweight known for Newsies and television's Supergirl.
- Daphne Rubin-Vega as Carmilla Carmine: The pragmatic arms dealer of Hell is voiced by Rubin-Vega, who originated the role of Mimi Marquez in Rent.
- Patina Miller as Sera: The high-ranking Seraphim in Heaven is voiced by Tony winner Patina Miller (Pippin, Madam Secretary).
Pilot Cast Changes
If you watched the original 2019 independent YouTube pilot, you might notice the voices sound different. Medrano recast almost the entire main roster for the Amazon Prime release to accommodate union contracts, professional recording schedules, and the heavy musical demands of a streaming budget.
For instance, Charlie was originally voiced by Jill Harris (with singing vocals by Elsie Lovelock), Angel Dust by Michael Kovach, and Alastor by Gabriel Brown (Black Gryph0n). While fans loved the original indie cast, the professional switch allowed the production to secure Broadway talent capable of recording complex ensemble showtunes alongside composers Sam Haft and Andrew Underberg.
Common Questions About the Cast
Do the voice actors do their own singing?
Yes. Unlike many animated series that split speaking and singing roles, almost all of the main actors—including Erika Henningsen, Blake Roman, and Alex Brightman—record their own musical numbers.
Why did the voice cast change from the pilot?
The transition from a self-funded YouTube pilot to a major studio production with A24 and Bento Box Entertainment required standard industry guild contracts and professional schedules.
How many episodes are in the first season?
The first season consists of eight episodes, which premiered globally on Amazon Prime Video in January 2024.
