In Quadrophenia, Phil Daniels plays Jimmy, a Mod struggling with identity; Sting plays Ace Face, the cool, detached leader of the Mods; and Leslie Ash plays Steph, Jimmy’s love interest.
Main cast
- JimmyPhil DanielsMain
- Ace FaceStingMain
- StephLeslie AshMain
Supporting cast
- DaveMark WingettSupp
- ChalkyPhilip DavisSupp
- SpiderRay WinstoneSupp
- MonkeyGary ShailSupp
- KevinMichael ElphickSupp
- Jimmy’s MotherKate WilliamsSupp
- Jimmy’s FatherBenjamin WhitrowSupp
- FerryTrevor LairdSupp
- Mopping-Up ManToyah WillcoxSupp
Guest & voice
- Mick / Rocker antagonistJohn BindonGuest
- Drummer / RockerJohn PhillipsGuest
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About this cast
Quadrophenia (1979) is a British coming-of-age drama based on The Who’s rock opera. It follows Jimmy, a young Mod in 1965, as he navigates clashes with Rockers, disillusionment with his peers, and a search for belonging.
FAQs
Who plays Jimmy in Quadrophenia?
Phil Daniels plays the lead character Jimmy, a young Mod from London.
Is Sting in Quadrophenia?
Yes, Sting (lead singer of The Police) plays Ace Face, the iconic Mod leader.
What is Quadrophenia about?
It follows Jimmy, a Mod in 1965, as he experiences clashes with Rockers, relationships, and the eventual disillusionment with the Mod subculture.
Where was Quadrophenia filmed?
Main locations include London, Brighton (especially the beach and pier), and the Isle of Wight.
Did The Who appear in Quadrophenia?
No, the band members do not appear as themselves; however, the music is by The Who and the film is based on their 1973 album.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026