(Paul Kellerman): A cold Secret Service agent whose loyalty shifted as the conspiracy around the "Company" deepened. Why the Cast Worked
): The mastermind with the legendary tattoo. Miller portrayed Michael as a man with , a condition that allowed him to see the prison's blueprint where others just saw walls. Interestingly, Miller earned between $175,000–$200,000 per episode during the show's peak. Dominic Purcell Lincoln Burrows
(Dr. Sara Tancredi): The prison doctor who became the moral compass of the show—and Michael’s greatest love interest. William Fichtner cast for prison break
): The "brawn" to Michael’s "brains," Purcell played the wrongly accused brother on death row. Despite their natural chemistry, the two actors before being cast; they just clicked instantly. The Fox River Eight (Key Members)
Since you didn't specify whether you are looking for the cast of the or the 2017 revival , I have broken this guide down to cover both, along with the main character roles. (Paul Kellerman): A cold Secret Service agent whose
(Fernando Sucre): Michael’s cellmate and most outside of his immediate family. His motivation was always simple: love. Rockmond Dunbar
These are the core actors who defined the show's five-season run. William Fichtner ): The "brawn" to Michael’s "brains,"
As the structural engineer with a genius-level intellect, Miller delivered a subtle, highly acclaimed performance that earned him a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor in 2005.