Who is in the cast of Boots on Netflix?

Boots has just launched on Netflix and the series has already attracted glowing reviews.

The drama, based in the 90s, chronicles a closeted gay teenager who enlists in the American military with his best mate.

Set during an era when homosexuality was banned in the military, the show centres on the recruits' ordeals in boot camp.

Audiences will also witness their voyage of self-discovery and the unexpected friendships they forge whilst confronting personal struggles.

In a setting crafted to stretch them to breaking point, they endure trials in every conceivable manner. Here's everything you need to know about the cast.

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Cameron Cope - Miles Heizer

Cameron serves as the central character of the series and is portrayed by Miles Heizer, a 31 year old American performer.

He's most recognised for his portrayal of Alex Standall in 13 Reasons Why and Drew Holt in the NBC drama series Parenthood.

Sergeant Robert "Bobby" Sullivan - Max Parker

The intimidating camp commander, Bobby Sullivan is brought to life by Max Parker, a 33 year old English performer born Maxwell Nathaniel J. Brown.

He's most celebrated for his parts as Base Newman in Casualty and Luke Posner in Emmerdale. American audiences may know him as Mikhail Tanner in Vampire Academy.

Barbara Cope - Vera Farmiga

Cameron's mum Barbara is portrayed by Vera Farmiga, a 52 year old American actress who launched her acting journey on stage.

Dubbed a scream queen, she's recognised for her parts in the horror films Joshua and Orphan.

Ray McAffey - Liam Oh

Cameron's best mate Ray is portrayed by Liam Oh, known for his role in the TV film The Thing About Harry.

Currently, he doesn't have any other acting credits to his name.

Staff Sergeant Marcus McKinnon - Cedrick Cooper

Staff Sergeant Marcus McKinnon is brought to life by Cedrick Cooper, an American actor who has previously appeared in Will Trent and The Comeback.

He was a Division one scholarship recipient for Football at the University of South Carolina.

Capt. Denise Fajardo - Ana Ayora

Capt. Denise Fajardo is played by Ana Ayora, a 42 year old American actress famed for her role as Nuria Soto in the film The Big Wedding.

She might also be familiar to viewers as Deputy Nina Cruz from the Cinemax original series Banshee.

Thaddeus Beau Sterling Hicks - Angus O'Brien

Thaddeus Beau Sterling Hicks is portrayed by Angus O'Brien, who fans may recognise from his roles as Michael in Night Sky and Ethan in Hightown.

Isaiah Nash - Dominic Goodman

Isaiah Nash is played by Dominic Goodman, an Afro Latino actor best known for his portrayal of Apollo Burns in First Kill.

Nicholas Slovacek - Kieron Moore

Nicholas Slovacek is brought to life by Kieron Moore, a 28 year old English actor and former boxer hailing from Manchester.

Initially, he had a 12-year career as a competitive boxer before switching to acting at the age of 21.

His acting debut was in a 2019 episode of Emmerdale, and he has since starred in Vampire Academy and Masters of the Air.

Sergeant Cary Wayne Howitt - Nicholas Logan

Nicholas Logan, an American actor and producer recognised for his roles in Dark Winds and Dopesick, portrays Cary.

John Bowman - Blake Burt

John Bowman is brought to life by Blake Burt, a 32 year old American actor celebrated for his performances in Pitch Perfect 2, The Reliant and Unhuman.

Santos - Rico Paris

Santos is played by Rico Paris, a 35 year old actor most famous for his role as Schnipper in Tall Girl, who also had a guest appearance in Netflix's Better Call Saul.

The recurring cast features:

Brandon Tyler Moore as Cody Bowman

Zach Roerig as Sgt. Knox

Anthony Marble as Harlan McAffey

Joy Osmanski as Setsuko McAffey

Ivan Hoey Jr. as Benjy Cope

Logan Gould as Mo Mason

Jack Kay as Joshua Jones

Troy Leigh-Anne Johnson as Alice

Johnathan Nieves as Eduardo Ochoa

Brett Dalton as Sgt. Pitowski

Boots is on Netflix