Haunted Mansionis a 2023 remake of the 2003 Disney live-action starring Eddie Murphy, and counts on a new star-studded cast. In the film, a single mother and her son hire a crew of quirky supernatural experts to free the mansion where they live from the spirits that are taking over the place.
The original movie is based on the fan-favorite Disneyland ride, and the 2023 remake is directed by former Disneyland employee Justin Simien, director of Dear White People and Bad Hair, a movie that similarly blends comedy and horror in a compelling fashion. Viewers can expect plenty of supernatural action and quirky ghost hunters, as well as a cast with a natural talent for comedy. Here's your complete guide to Haunted Mansion (2023)'s cast and characters.
Rosario Dawson as Gabbie
Gabbie, a mother troubled by the incessant paranormal activity taking place in her home, is played by Rosario Dawson. The actress made her onscreen debut in the indie film Kids, already in a lead role. On the big screen, Dawson went on to play Gail in the noir thriller Sin City, Persephone in Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief, and Nevada in Zombieland: Double Tap. She also has a prominent career in TV, playing major roles in shows such as Luke Cage and Jane the Virgin. Dawson is also set to lead the series, Ahsoka, releasing on Disney+ in August 2023.
Chase W. Dillon as Travis
Travis, Gabbie's son, is played by Chase W. Dillon. The young actor is only 13 years old and already has plenty of successful roles in his repertoire, kicking off his career in 2019 in the TV show First Wives Club, in which he played Ollie. He went on to play the young version of Michael Che in That Damn Michael Che, Homer in The Underground Railroad, and young Nat Love in The Harder They Fall. Haunted Mansion is Dillon's biggest career step thus far, as it marks his first lead role.
LaKeith Stanfield as Ben
Ben, a quirky paranormal tour guide, is played by LaKeith Stanfield. His prolific career started in the early 2010s; Stanfield has ever since been balancing heavy dramas with good-humored projects. His breakout role was Marcus in Short Term 12, an ambitious kid trying to recover from his suicidal behaviors. His powerful performance in Judas and the Black Messiah earned him a Best Actor in a Supporting Role nomination at the Oscars. Besides Haunted Mansion, the actor starred in many other movies that flirt with comedy, including Sorry to Bother You, Dope, and Uncut Gems.
Tiffany Haddish as Harriet
Harriet, a psychic hired by Gabbie to communicate with the ghosts that reside in the mansion, is played by Tiffany Haddish. While the actress made small appearances in multiple TV shows during the early-2010s, it wasn't until 2016 that she joined the mainstream scenario on the big screen, playing Hi-C, one of the villains of the action comedy Keanu. Haddish went on to play Dina in Girl's Trip, Vivian in The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, and La Linda in The Card Counter. Aside from a brief voice performance in Phineas and Ferb: The Movie: Candace Against the Universe, Haunted Mansion is Haddish's first Disney project.
Owen Wilson as Kent
Kent, a priest sent to exorcise the malignant forces in Gabbie's mansion, is played by Owen Wilson. The actor is no newcomer to the world of comedy, starring in over 30 hilarious movies that range from Zoolander to the eccentric films of Wes Anderson. In fact, Wilson is one of Anderson's most frequent collaborators, appearing in seven of his movies. Whatever movie Wilson is set to star, Ben Stiller is likely to appear too as the two have worked in over 10 movies together. In the realm of rom-coms and moving stories, Wilson is most commonly known for Marley & Me, Midnight in Paris, and Wonder.
Danny DeVito as Bruce
To help solve the mystery that haunts the mansion, the historian Bruce is brought along with the crew of supernatural experts. He's played by Danny DeVito, mostly known for playing Frank in the dark comedy series It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. The actor first rose to prominence in the 70s hit show Taxi, in which he played Louie de Palma. Although TV is his specialty, DeVito appeared in a range of successful movies such as One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest, The Virgin Suicides, Matilda, and Dumbo; a frequent collaborator in Disney projects. Another memorable role of his was the Penguin in 1992's Batman Returns, and DeVito claims he's more than willing to return to Gotham.
Jamie Lee Curtis as Madame Leota
Madame Leota, the ghost of a gypsy that inhabits the mansion, is played by Jamie Lee Curtis. Eternalized as Laurie Strode in the Halloween franchise, her collaboration with director John Carpenter graced audiences with other great movies such asEscape from New York and The Fog. In addition, the actress always had a soft spot for comedy, as seen in Freaky Friday, Trading Place, and A Fish Called Wanda. More recently, Curtis won her first Oscar for her supporting performance in the Best Picture-winner Everything Everywhere All at Once and played the matriarch of the Berzatto family in the second season of The Bear.
Jared Leto as The Hatbox Ghost
The Hatbox ghost, one of the most traditional characters from Disneyland's Haunted Mansion ride, is played by Jared Leto. The actor is one of the most versatile figures in the film industry, balancing a successful career as the frontman of the pop rock band Thirty Seconds to Mars with his acting occupation. On the big screen, Leto is famous for playing Harry in Requiem for a Dream, Joker in The Suicide Squad, Angel Face in Fight Club, and Rayon in Dallas Buyers Club, which earned him an Oscar.
Winona Ryder as Pat
Pat, a New Orleans tour guide, is played by Winona Ryder. Ryder's character pays homage to Haunted Mansion's original ride, set in New Orleans. The actress is most commonly known for her role as Joyce Byers in the Netflix sci-fi show Stranger Things, yet the peak of Ryder's career was between the 80s and 90s, when she starred in classics such as Heathers, Beetlejuice, Edward Scissorhands, and Girl, Interrupted.
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