‘Animal Kingdom’ Cast: Where Are the Stars of the TNT Series Now?

Animal Kingdom’s corrupt and complex Cody family left a lasting impression on fans following its 2022 conclusion, many of whom still recite their motto: “May we all get what we want and never what we deserve.” The TNT drama premiered in 2016 and followed a teenage Joshua “J” Cody (Finn Cole) after he moves in with his estranged family following the death of his mother, Julia. J soon learns that his grandmother, Smurf (Ellen Barkin), and uncles Pope (Shawn Hatosy), Craig (Ben Robson), Deran (Jake Weary) and Baz (Scott Speedman), aren’t your average California family. The group is involved in some of Oceanside’s more unsavory activities, including drugs and robberies and J must decide whether to get on board or move out. Throughout the six seasons it was on air, fans both rooted for the dysfunctional family and shook their heads in disapproval over their antics. In June 2025, Animal Kingdom got a second wind when it began streaming on Netflix, bringing the Codys back into the limelight. Scroll down to see what the cast of Animal Kingdom is doing now:

Barkin played matriarch Janine “Smurf” Cody from 2016 to 2019. She has since starred in Breaking News in Yuba County, The Man from Toronto, The Out-Laws and appeared on an episode of Poker Face. Barkin is also a producer having worked on Letters to Juliet and Another Happy Day.

The actress was married to Gabriel Byrne for five years before their 1993 split. The exes, who finalized their divorce in 1999, share two children, son Jack and daughter Romy. Barkin wed Ronald Perelman in 2000, but they divorced six years later.

Hatosy played the eldest Cody brother — and Julia’s twin — Andrew “Pope” Cody. He also made his directorial debut, directing four episodes of the TNT series. Hatosy has since starred in films like The Bygone, Mosquito and Unstoppable. He also appeared on episodes of Law & Order before playing Clayton Emerson on Rescue: HI-Surf (2024-2025), Dr. Jack Abbot on The Pitt (2025) and Deputy Chief Charlie Reid on Chicago P.D. (2024-2025).

The actor has been married to Kelly Albanese since 2010. Hatosy is the father of three sons, Cassius, Leo and Finn.

Robson portrayed Craig Cody, the stoner brother who eventually becomes a father. During his run on the TNT series, Robson also starred in A Violent Separation and Emperor. The English actor later appeared on two episodes of The Continental. Robson has also documented his recent travels around the world via social media and posed for various photo shoots in 2025.

Weary played Deran Cody, the youngest sibling who was a professional surfer before going into the family business. The actor’s latest movie credits include How to Blow Up a Pipeline, Bleeding Love, Trigger Warning and 2025’s Westhampton. Weary has also worked as a producer and composer, including the 2019 short Crossbow. He made his debut as Cane Buckley on Netflix’s The Waterfront in June 2025.

Weary shares one child with his longtime partner, Dutch actress and model Vera Bulder.

Cole portrayed Julia’s son and Smurf’s grandson, Joshua “J” Cody. While on Animal Kingdom, Cole also played Michael Gray on Peaky Blinders, which ended in 2022. The British actor made his stage debut in 2024’s Red Speedo at the Orange Tree Theatre. His recent movie credits include Locked In and 2025’s Last Breath.

Speedman played Smurf’s often “favorite” son, Barry “Baz” Blackwell, who grew up with her kids and was treated as her adoptive child before joining her crew. He exited the show in 2018 during season 3 and later returned for one season 6 episode. He went on to star in Run This Town, Best Sellers, Crimes of the Future and Cellar Door. Speedman has also remained a TV staple, with roles on You, Teacup and Grey’s Anatomy.

Speedman got engaged to Lindsay Rae Hofman in June 2023 after seven years of dating. The couple share two children: daughter Pfeiffer, born in 2021, and son Indy, born in 2024.

Beginning in 2019, George played the younger version of Janine a.k.a. Smurf in flashbacks. The Australian actress has since appeared in Gonzo Girl and He Ain’t Heavy and starred on AppleTV+’s 2024’s Disclaimer. George’s upcoming projects include Runner, which wrapped in May 2025, and The Long Home.

George married Sean Penn in July 2020 after four years of dating. Us confirmed in October 2021 that George filed for divorce from the Oscar winner, which was finalized in April 2022.

Ochoa played Renn Randall, Craig’s love interest and mother of his child, throughout the series. The Spanish actress also had a recurring role on A Million Little Things and Promised Land while shooting Animal Kingdom. She has since starred in Boon, MVP and Fight Another Day. Ochoa is also a writer and producer, having worked on Chaotic Awesome, and continues to model.