Glenn Close, Niv Sultan and Shaun Toub star in Apple TV+’s spy thriller Tehran; Niv Sultan plays Mossad agent Tamar Rabinyan, who goes undercover in Iran.
Main cast
- Tamar RabinyanNiv SultanMain
- Marjan MontazemiGlenn CloseMain
- Faraz KamaliShaun ToubMain
Supporting cast
- Yael KadoshLiraz CharhiSupp
- MilanShervin AlenabiSupp
- NaorNavid NegahbanSupp
- HosseinArash MarandiSupp
- AriMenashe NoySupp
Guest & voice
- Meir GorevShlomo Bar-AbaGuest
- MasoudDana ShadlaGuest
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About this cast
Tehran is a tense espionage thriller on Apple TV+ following Mossad agent Tamar Rabinyan as she carries out a dangerous mission in Tehran, Iran. The series stars Niv Sultan as Tamar, with standout supporting performances from Glenn Close as her handler Marjan Montazemi and Shaun Toub as Faraz Kamali, an Iranian hacker she enlists.
FAQs
Who plays the lead in Tehran?
The lead role of Mossad agent Tamar Rabinyan is played by Israeli actress Niv Sultan.
Is Tehran based on a true story?
No, Tehran is a work of fiction, though it draws on real tensions and espionage techniques.
How many seasons of Tehran are there?
As of 2025, three seasons have been released on Apple TV+, with a third season that aired in 2024.
Does Glenn Close appear in all seasons?
Glenn Close joins the cast from season 2 onwards, playing Marjan Montazemi.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026