Who are the cast and characters in the Netflix series “From Scratch”? When it comes to displaying a series’ cinematic journey, Netflix never lets fans down. The popular television series, “From Scratch: A Memoir of Love, Sicily, and Finding Home,” is based on Tembi Locke’s best-selling autobiography.
Who are the cast and characters in the Netflix series “From Scratch”?
Amahle “Amy” Wheeler (Zoe Saldaa), an American student from Florence, is the focus of the television series. She meets Lino, a chef from Sicily, and immediately falls in love with him.
However, their connection is fraught with difficulties. From family conflicts to health challenges, “From Scratch” tells a heartwarming tale that will uplift your spirits.
But without the “From Scratch” actors, the show would have been incomplete. So, who is “From Scratch” actors adding true essence to the show? Let us catch up with all the details of the Netflix drama.
Zoe Saldaña plays Amahle “Amy” Wheeler
Taking the charge as the lead lady of the show, Zoe plays the titular role and the “From Scratch” actors are very fond of her. Her character Amy is a talented artist but she went on to become a lawyer to fulfill her family’s wishes.
But when she went to Florence, Italy to be a part of a life-changing art program, she falls in love with Sicilian chef Lino. The romance buds but there are many difficulties.
Previously, Zoe had been in films like “Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl”, “The Adam Project”, “The Curse of the Black Pearl” and is ready to be back in the “Avatar” sequel as Neytiri. She is even famously known to be Gamora from the “Guardians of the Galaxy” movie.
Eugenio Mastrandrea plays Lion Ortolano
Making a notable addition to the list of “From Scratch” actors, the Italian chef Lino falls in love with Amy instantly. Belonging to a family of Sicilian farmers, he decides to be a professional chef, choosing to go different ways from his family tradition.
Eugenio mostly was seen in theatres like “Hamletmachine” and “Le Baccanti”. Plus, he was in movies like “A.C.A.B.”
Kellita Smith plays Lynn Wheeler
Famous in shows like “The Jamie Foxx Show,” “This is Us”, “Martin” and more, Kellita joins the “From Scratch” actors to be Lynn, the mother of Amy.
Keith David plays Hershel Wheeler
You have guessed by now that Keith is the on-screen father to Amy Texan. Keith is a prolific actor whose latest film Jordan Peele’s “Nope” added to the goals he had accomplished in his life. Some of his notable works are “The Princess and the Frog”, “Community”, “Requiem for a Dream” and many others.
In “From Scratch”, he doesn’t approve of Amy’s artistic vision and pressurizes her to attend law school. Eventually, he realizes how Amy and Lino are perfect for each other and approves of their love.
Judith Scoot as Maxine Wheeler
Her roles in “Dear White People” have awakened many, she is famous for being a part of “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation”, “Snowfall”, and other prominent projects. In this series, she is Amy’s stepmother who always directs Hershel in the right direction that is right for the family.
Paride Benassai plays Giacomo Ortolano
Paride shines as Lino’s father who believes to hold the family’s farming roots. After Giacomo doesn’t appreciate Lino’s chef career and marriage with Amy, he disowns him. However, once his son falls ill, he looks forward to fixing his relationship with his son.
Before being included amongst the “From Scratch” actors, Paride did TV series and films throughout his career.
Lucia Sardo plays Filomena Ortolano
Lino’s mother, Filomena plays a big part in his life. Before getting recognized as a “From Scratch” actor, she was in “One Hundred Steps,” “Alone with Her Dreams”, “Malena” and many other projects to name.
Though she wants Lino to stay close to his traditions, she soon realizes that Amy is the perfect fit for her son. She believes in loyalty toward family and will always keep her son happy.
There are other supporting “From Scratch” actors but these are the main cast and characters that hold true meaning in the series. As you progress, the show gets intense and eventually, you will figure out the harsh reality. So, if you haven’t watched “From Scratch” yet, stream it on Netflix and get a little emotional.
