CBS is slowly revealing the guest stars for Elsbeth Season 4, and the list reads like a wish list for people who watch TV and want to see famous faces in new roles. The show treats each episode as a fresh murder, and each week brings a new killer to face off against Elsbeth Tascioni (Carrie Preston). The network has announced several names so far, and Deadline has detailed their roles. Here is who has been confirmed, and who is still waiting for an episode date.
The Premiere Lineup
The season opener, titled “Crazy In Love,” brings two big names to the screen. Nicole Scherzinger plays Serena Collyer, a popular relationship counselor whose affair with an old flame turns deadly. The episode also sees Teddy (Ben Levi Ross) setting a wedding date. Gloria Reuben returns as Claudia Payne, wife of Captain Wagner (Wendell Pierce).
Scherzinger’s character is described as a highly paid counselor whose cool exterior hides a dangerous passion. Her affair with an old love leads to murder, and she crosses paths with Elsbeth during the investigation. The premiere airs Thursday, October 8, at 9/8c on CBS.
OG Anunoby’s Cameo
OG Anunoby made headlines this summer with the tip-in shot that helped the New York Knicks win Game 4 in the NBA finals against the San Antonio Spurs. Now he is making a special appearance on Elsbeth, but the network has not announced which episode he will appear in.
The basketball player’s cameo is notable because it is unannounced. Most guest stars get a specific episode number, but Anunoby’s date remains unknown. Deadline has confirmed his involvement, but fans will have to wait for the full schedule to know when to expect him.
Nicholas Braun Joins the Cast
Nicholas Braun joins the cast as Jeremy Perrick, the son of a famous American playwright who has spent his whole life in the shadow of his celebrated father. Braun’s episode number and date have not been announced, and neither have the dates for the rest of the actors on this list.
Braun is known for his role on Succession. His addition to Elsbeth adds weight to the season, though the exact timing remains unclear.
Jemima Kirke and Greta Titelman
Jemima Kirke, best known for her role in Girls, plays Winter Redgrave, the sleek CEO of a successful lifestyle brand whose world falls apart when her sister threatens a corporate takeover. The episode also features comedian and actress Greta Titelman, who appears to be in the episode based on a photo of them on set.
Titelman’s character details have not been announced, so her role remains a mystery. The photo suggests she has a significant presence in the episode, even if her name has not been attached to a specific storyline yet.
Lea Michele and Sam Richardson
Lea Michele, the Glee alum, plays Darcy Miles, a Pilates Princess and trainer who overreaches when asked to whip her girls into shape. Sam Richardson, the Ted Lasso Emmy winner, plays Cody Baxter, a born-and-raised Coney Islander and up-and-coming competitive eater with a deadly appetite for fame.
Both actors bring strong comedic backgrounds to the show. Michele’s work on Glee made her a familiar face to younger audiences, while Richardson’s Emmy win for Ted Lasso established him as a leading man in the industry. Their characters are opposites: one is a fitness trainer who pushes too hard, the other a competitive eater chasing recognition.
Nat Faxon’s Hole-In-One Murder
Nat Faxon, the Loot and Our Flag Means Death actor and Oscar winner, plays Perry Macintyre, the least popular member at the Nickerson Country Club, whose miraculous hole-in-one leads to murder. The description suggests a golf course setting, with a tournament or club event at the center of the story.
Faxon’s Oscar win adds prestige to the lineup. He has built a career across film, television and comedy, and his role on Elsbeth places him in the middle of a deadly game of golf. The episode’s date has not been announced.
What We Know So Far
The confirmed lineup includes:
- Nicole Scherzinger as Serena Collyer, premiering October 8
- OG Anunoby, date unannounced
- Nicholas Braun as Jeremy Perrick, date unannounced
- Jemima Kirke as Winter Redgrave, date unannounced
- Lea Michele as Darcy Miles, date unannounced
- Sam Richardson as Cody Baxter, date unannounced
- Nat Faxon as Perry Macintyre, date unannounced
The pattern is consistent: the show announces a killer, describes the crime, and moves on to the next victim. That approach means viewers never know which episode will feature which star, and the suspense carries over from week to week. The show also leans on familiar territory for its guest stars, drawing from sports, comedy and drama alike.
The premiere’s title, “Crazy In Love,” is the first clue for the night’s story. The description of Scherzinger’s character, a counselor whose affair with an old love leads to murder, fits that theme. The show has not released a full schedule beyond the premiere date, so fans will have to wait for the weekly announcements to see who comes next.
“Crazy In Love.”
The full schedule remains under wraps for now. Each week, the show will announce the next killer and the next date, building the season one episode at a time. For viewers who have followed the show since its early seasons, the slow reveal is part of the fun. It keeps everyone guessing until the announcement itself.
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