Timothy Olyphant stars as Sheriff Seth Bullock, Ian McShane plays saloon owner Al Swearengen, and Molly Parker is widow Alma Garret in HBO’s western Deadwood.
Main cast
- Seth BullockTimothy Olyphant1–3Main
- Al SwearengenIan McShane1–3Main
- Alma GarretMolly Parker1–3Main
- Sol StarJohn Hawkes1–3Main
- Calamity JaneRobin Weigert1–3Main
- E.B. FarnumWilliam Sanderson1–3Main
- TrixiePaula Malcomson1–3Main
- Dan DorityW. Earl Brown1–3Main
- Charlie UtterDayton Callie1–3Main
- Doc CochranBrad Dourif1–3Main
- Joanie StubbsKim Dickens1–3Main
- Wild Bill HickokKeith Carradine1Main
Supporting cast
- George HearstGerald McRaney2–3Supp
- Cy TolliverPowers Boothe1–3Supp
Guest & voice
- Jack McCallGarret Dillahunt1Guest
- Francis WolcottGarret Dillahunt2Guest
- MaddieAlice Krige1Guest
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About this cast
Deadwood is a critically acclaimed HBO drama set in the lawless gold-mining camp of Deadwood, South Dakota, in the 1870s. The series blends historical figures with fictional narratives, and is renowned for its rich dialogue and powerful performances.
FAQs
Who plays Sheriff Seth Bullock in Deadwood?
American actor Timothy Olyphant portrays Sheriff Seth Bullock.
Is Deadwood based on real people?
Yes, many characters are based on historical figures from the Deadwood gold rush, though the storylines are heavily fictionalised.
Did Deadwood continue after season three?
The series ended after three seasons, but a television film, Deadwood: The Movie, aired in 2019 to conclude the story.
What makes Deadwood’s dialogue unique?
Creator David Milch used a heightened, profanity-laced vernacular that blends Shakespearean rhythms with 19th-century slang.
Is Deadwood available to stream in the UK?
Yes, the series is available on platforms such as NOW TV and Sky Go, and also on Blu-ray/DVD.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026