Michael Chiklis leads as Detective Vic Mackey in The Shield, with Walton Goggins as Shane Vendrell and CCH Pounder as Captain Claudette Wyms.
Main cast
- Detective Vic MackeyMichael Chiklis1–7Main
- Detective Shane VendrellWalton Goggins1–7Main
- Captain Claudette WymsCCH Pounder1–7Main
- Detective Ronnie GardockiDavid Rees Snell1–7Main
- Detective Curtis ‘Lem’ LemanskyKenneth Johnson1–6Main
- Officer Julien LoweMichael Jace1–7Main
- Officer Danny SoferCatherine Dent1–7Main
Supporting cast
- Assistant Chief David AcevedaBenito Martinez1–7Supp
- Detective Holland ‘Dutch’ WagenbachJay Karnes1–7Supp
- Officer Tina HanlonPaula Garcés4–7Supp
- Corinne MackeyCathy Cahlin Ryan1–7Supp
- Captain Monica RawlingGlenn Close4Supp
Guest & voice
- Jon KavanaughForest Whitaker5Guest
- Armand ‘Army’ RojasMichael Peña5Guest
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About this cast
The Shield is a gritty American police drama that aired on FX from 2002 to 2008, focusing on a corrupt strike team led by Detective Vic Mackey. The series is known for its intense storytelling and complex characters, with Michael Chiklis winning an Emmy for his performance.
FAQs
Who plays Vic Mackey in The Shield?
Michael Chiklis plays Detective Vic Mackey, the lead character, in all seven seasons.
How many seasons of The Shield are there?
The Shield has seven seasons, airing from 2002 to 2008.
Is The Shield based on a true story?
No, The Shield is a fictional series, though it draws inspiration from real-life police corruption cases.
Who plays Shane Vendrell in The Shield?
Walton Goggins plays Detective Shane Vendrell, a key member of the strike team.
What network originally aired The Shield?
The Shield originally aired on FX in the United States, and in the UK it aired on various channels including Channel 4 and FX UK.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026