The Family Next Door remains a massive hit on ITVX, weeks after its release, captivating viewers with its gripping storyline. The six-part psychological thriller, set in Victoria, Australia, continues to dominate the platform's top 10 since its launch last month. The series follows enigmatic newcomer Isabelle (Teresa Palmer) as she moves into a cul-de-sac, claiming to write a local article while secretly investigating the families. Her detailed knowledge of her neighbors sparks suspicion, forcing the women to confront their hidden secrets. Here is everything you need to know about the cast of The Family Next Door, the television adaptation of Sally Hepworth's best-selling novel.
Cast of The Family Next Door
Isabelle - Teresa Palmer
At the heart of The Family Next Door is Isabelle, the mysterious outsider whose intrusive questions unsettle her new neighbors. She is played by Teresa Palmer, best known for her role as Diana Bishop in A Discovery of Witches. Her other credits include the BBC's Mix Tape, the film The Fall Guy, The Clearing, and The Last Anniversary.
Essie - Philippa Northeast
Philippa Northeast is best recognized for portraying Evelyn MacGuire in the Australian soap opera Home and Away from 2013 to 2017. She has also appeared in Paper Dolls, Territory, and The Newsreader. Northeast plays Essie, a character who sees herself as "perfectly nice" but unremarkable, while struggling with self-doubt as a mother.
Ange - Bella Heathcote
Ange is a perfectionist and successful estate agent who hides deep insecurities and anxiety about her marriage. Bella Heathcote is well known for her roles as Leila in Fifty Shades of Darker, Nicole Dormer in The Man in the High Castle, Susan Parsons in Strange Angel, and Andy in Pieces of Her.
Lulu - Jane Harber
Jane Harber has appeared in The Newsreader, Reckless, and The Imposter, but is best known for playing Zara Perkich in Offspring. She portrays Lulu, a character described as "honest to a fault," cynical, and fiercely independent, who sometimes feels she doesn't belong in her community.
Fran - Ming-Zhu Hii
Fran is a sharp, rational family lawyer who cares little for appearances, unlike many other mothers, but hides a troubling secret. Ming-Zhu Hii's notable roles include appearances in La Brea, Wispy, Fake, Sleeping Dogs, and Halifax: Retribution.
Barbara - Catherine McClements
Catherine McClements is widely known for playing Rachel Goldstein in Water Rats, and has also appeared in Tangle, The Secret Life of Us, Apple Cider Vinegar, and Pieces of Her. Recently, she played Senior Sergeant Philomena Strong in the BBC's Death in Paradise spin-off, Return to Paradise. She portrays Barbara, a caring and selfless woman shaped by deep trauma and a desire to protect those close to her.
Other cast members
- Nigel - Daniel Henshall
- Jules - Dominic Ona-Ariki
- Holly - Maria Angelico
The Family Next Door is available to watch on ITVX.
