Modern Robin Hood. The series "Strela": actors and roles

In ordinary times he is a simple urban resident, and at night - a fighter for justice. His name is Green Arrow. Actors and the role of a successful show instantly fell in love with the audience. World success was expected. The reason for the popularity lies in the fact that, in addition to the Arrow, the show features a number of other well-known comic characters that interact with it in one way or another.

In this article, we'll talk about the series "Arrow", the actors and roles of which were warmly received by all fans of fiction.

A start

Many fictional characters were sooner or later initiated a film. Our hero, the Green Arrow, was no exception. The actors and roles that they performed, fell in love with everyone who was keen on comics and knew the pre-history of Oliver Quinn. Characters for several years worked through the writers, so that it was possible to bring the narrative to the original as close as possible. The channel was occupied by The CW channel. After the successful start of the pilot episodes, he extended the series for four seasons.

In the center are ordinary people

Once the playboy Oliver Queen was missing. Returning after five years in Starling City, he, who has thought a lot about his life, decides to atone for humanity. During the day, Oliver remains the same ladies' man, and at night wears a heroic costume and turns into a vigilante, who is leading his own trial of crime.

Such was the primary plot component. Over time, the project appears a lot of secondary characters, revealing personal secrets and inner experiences of the protagonist. Actors of the series "Strela" passed a difficult casting. About the most important of them - further in the article.

"Strela": actors and roles of the series

Although the contenders for the main role was enough, the creators preferred Canadian actor Stephen Amell. He was born in 1981, studied in a private school for boys. Actor's career began with the dramas "Coffee House" and "Close Circle", as well as the first season of "Bay of Dante", after which Stephen was replaced by another actor.

In addition to the "Arrow", Amell can boast of other successful works. His track record is impressive: "Stallion", "Close friends", "New", "Private Practice", "Vampire Diaries".

American actress Cathy Cassidy got the image of Dina Laurel Dance - the daughter of the Black Canary, a member of the Justice League, fighting for order, a lawyer, a lawyer who believes in innocence. Kathy herself inherited the talent of reincarnation from her famous parents - pop singer David Cassidy and model Sherri Benadon. They insisted that she engage in acting only after graduation. At this time, she attended acting courses.

The first appearance on television took place in 2003, when Kathy turned twenty. For the show "Women's Brigade" and "In the Seventh Heaven" were followed by the films "Click", "When a Stranger Calls", "Hostage". In 2007, the actress won a role in the successful series "Supernatural." The next projects were "Melrose Place", "New", "Gossip Girl". And only after that, the creators decided to entrust Cassidy the main female role in the "Arrow".

American Colin Donnell was born in 1982. Since childhood he liked to perform in public: he sang songs and participated in skits. In his school years, Colin showed circus numbers, for which he earned the nickname of the Clown. However, with the graduation from the institute, he had the idea to act in films. Donnell is a serial actor. In his filmography are listed such hits as "Remember All", "Peng American", "In Field of View." In 2014, he received roles in the series "The Mysteries of Laura" and "Lovers". His character from "Arrow", Tommy Merlin, in the first episodes was the key character, Oliver Quinn's best friend . In subsequent seasons, his role acquired a secondary character, which allowed Colin to concentrate on other works.

Heroes need to know in person

With the advent of the mysterious defender in Starling City, many other comic heroes made themselves felt by coming to the light. Such a feature could not be appreciated by fans of the series "Arrow". The actors and roles of the show are described below:

• Thea Queen, who received the second name - Miya Derden - acts as an ally and partner of Green Arrow, later it's Oliver's half-sister. In the series it is played by American Will Holland, known for the show "Lonely Hearts".
• Felicity Smoke is a hacker, a computer genius. Often renders the feasible help to the protagonist. The role is played by actress Emily Bette Rickards.
• Defstroke Terminator is a villain, an anti-hero. The destroyer, the former soldier, the hired killer, has enhanced feelings and reflexes. His role in the series is performed by the New Zealander Manu Bennett.
• Roy Harper is an ally of Arrows, his young admirer, former thief and rascal. Played by a young actor Colton Haines.
• Merlin (Arthur King) - according to the comics, the archenemy of the Green Arrow, nicknamed one of the best archers, using special tips. The series is represented by a friend of Oliver Quinn. Later it turns out the opposite. In one episode he hunts the Arrow. The role of the controversial character went to Scottish actor John Barroumen.

This is not a complete list of the characters involved and the actors performing their roles. There are several minor heroes, who often appear on the show many times.

The place of Robin Hood in modern times

The Green Arrow is often compared to another famous hero, distinguished for his kindness and his desire to help the poor. Undoubtedly, the contemporary image of the human rights defender was successfully reflected not only in the city, where there is always the opportunity to fight crime, but also in the show, which was the series "Arrow". Actors and roles will be remembered for a long time to the audience, as well as the dedication of the main character in the struggle for peace and order.