Psychological thriller The Family Next Door has captivated audiences on ITVX, featuring a star from the Death in Paradise spin-off Return to Paradise. The six-part series, set in Victoria, Australia, follows enigmatic newcomer Isabelle as she moves into a cul-de-sac, claiming to write a local piece but secretly investigating her neighbours.
Who stars in The Family Next Door?
Isabelle - Teresa Palmer
Isabelle is the cryptic newcomer whose probing questions unsettle her neighbours. Teresa Palmer, known for A Discovery of Witches, plays the role. Her credits also include Mix Tape, The Fall Guy, The Clearing, and The Last Anniversary.
Essie - Philippa Northeast
Philippa Northeast, famous for playing Evelyn MacGuire in Home and Away (2013-2017), portrays Essie. Essie sees herself as "perfectly nice" but unremarkable and questions her motherhood abilities. Northeast has also appeared in Paper Dolls, Territory, and The Newsreader.
Ange - Bella Heathcote
Ange is a perfectionist estate agent hiding insecurities about her marriage. Bella Heathcote, known for Fifty Shades Darker, The Man in the High Castle, Strange Angel, and Pieces of Her, plays the role.
Lulu - Jane Harber
Jane Harber, recognized for playing Zara Perkich in Offspring, portrays Lulu. Lulu is "honest to a fault," cynical, and independent but struggles with belonging. Harber has also starred in The Newsreader, Reckless, and The Imposter.
Fran - Ming-Zhu Hii
Fran is a logical family lawyer who hides a dark secret. Ming-Zhu Hii, known for La Brea, Wispy, Fake, Sleeping Dogs, and Halifax: Retribution, plays the role.
Barbara - Catherine McClements
Barbara is a caring but traumatized woman. Catherine McClements, who played Senior Sergeant Philomena Strong in Return to Paradise (the Death in Paradise spin-off), portrays her. McClements is also known for Water Rats, Tangle, The Secret Life of Us, Apple Cider Vinegar, and Pieces of Her.
Other cast members
- Nigel - Daniel Henshall
- Jules - Dominic Ona-Ariki
- Holly - Maria Angelico
The Family Next Door is available to watch on ITVX.
