Family Switch Cast & Character Guide

Netflix’s Family Switch brought together some excellent talent to tell the story of the Walker family, with several additional stars getting in on the action as well. The film puts an added twist on body-swap films like Freaky Friday, 13 Going on 30, 17 Again, and The Change-Up by making the entire Walker family switch bodies with another member. This means that the central actors of Family Switch not only had to master their own characters but also those they were body swaped with—certainly no easy task for a performer.

Family Switch follows the five members of the Walker family (and their dog, Pickles) as they approach the Christmas season and the most important day of each of their lives. A massive promotion, record deal, a position on a national soccer team, and acceptance to an Ivy League university all hang in the balance, and each character has their eyes set on their own prize. However, when an astronomical event causes Jess, Bill, CC, Wyatt, Miles, and Pickles to find themselves in another family member’s body, achieving these goals suddenly seems impossible. Family Switch is pure chaotic comedy, made possible by the exceptional cast.

Jennifer Garner as Jess Walker

Jennifer Garner plays mother Jess Walker in Family Switch, an architect who is one presentation from being made partner at her firm. Meticulous and organized, Jess holds the Walkers together with a significant amount of pressure and expectations, especially regarding her daughter CC. However, when she suddenly finds herself in CC’s shoes, Jess realizes that her way isn’t necessarily the best for everyone.

Garner’s role in Family Switch is remniscent of her starring role in the 2004 film 13 Going on 30, in which she played a teenager in a grown woman’s body. She’s also no stranger to the “mom” role, being one in real life and having a penchant for such characters as in the 2021 family film Yes Day. Garner’s other notable credits include the ABC thriller Alias, the 2018 film Peppermint, and 2005’s Elektra.

Ed Helms as Bill Walker

Ed Helms’ Bill Walker is the goofy, charismatic father of the family who is still dreaming of his high school glory days—which is likely why he has chosen the career of the high school band director. Bill’s passion is music, and when he is not trying to inspire young musicians, he plays with his rock band, “Dad or Alive.” The group even has an opportunity for a record deal, which would see Bill’s long-put-off dreams finally come to life. However, he finds himself frustrated with his son Wyatt, who is eager to leave behind what Bill considers the golden years of life.

Helms is a comedian and actor known for his role in the Hangover franchise and for playing Andy Bernard in the NBC sitcom The Office. He also starred and co-wrote the comedy series Rutherford Falls from 2021 to 2022. Helms has played in other family comedies like Family Switch, with We’re the Millers among the most notable. Helms has dozens of other credits in film and TV, such as Vacation, Tag, Father Figures, Together Forever, Cedar Rapids, and much more.

Emma Myers as CC Walker

Emma Myers played Family Switch‘s high school soccer star, CC Walker, who, though appearing a little disorganized to her mother, works tirelessly to meet the expectations placed on her. After learning that a scout for the national team will be at her upcoming game, CC becomes ever more focused on her goals, which means she is much more frustrated with her mother’s lack of understanding of her priorities and passions. CC believes her mother is a passion-less robot, but her experience in the woman’s body changes everything.

Myers is best known for playing Enid Sinclair, Wednesday Addams’ bubbly roommate and unlikely best friend in the Netflix series Wednesday. This role meant Myers’ official rise to fame, but it was far from her introduction to film and TV. She had previously appeared in the 2010 crime drama series The Glades, the 2021 film Girl in the Basement, and 2010’s Letters to God.

Brady Noon as Wyatt Walker

The middle child of the Walker family, Wyatt (Brady Noon), is a genius who, unlike his father, finds high school a nightmare. Heavily bullied and eager to move past this period in his life, Wyatt has the opportunity to gain early admittance to Yale if only he can nail the interview. His father, however, thinks that the freshman shouldn’t skip over his entire high school experience and that he could come out of his shell if he only tried a little harder.

Though only 17 in Family Switch, Noon already has an impressive resume. He started his career in 2010 playing Thomas Darmody in the HBO period drama Boardwalk Empire and later played Evan Morrow in the Disney+ series The Might Ducks: Game Changers. Noon has played in films such as the 2019 Good Boys and Marry Me (2022) and has done voice work for the Diary of a Wimpy Kid movies and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (2023).

Family Switch Supporting Cast & Characters

Rita Moreno as Angelica – Legendary actress, dancer, and singer Rita Moreno joins the cast of Family Switch to play Angelica, the mysterious woman who sees an opportunity in the Walkers to magically make them walk in each other’s shoes. Moreno is an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award holder, known for her celebrated performances in films like Singin’ in the Rain (1952), The King and I (1956), West Side Story (1961), and many, many more.

Matthias Schweighöfer as Rolf – German actor and filmmaker Matthias Schweighöfer plays Rolf in Family Switch, the Walkers’ neighbor who agrees to watch the family’s dog and baby, who had comically switched bodies as well. Schweighöfer is known for playing Lieutenant Franz Herber in Valkyrie (2008) and Ludwig Dieter in the 2021 Netflix films Army of the Dead and Army of Thieves.

Fortune Feimster as Coach Kim – Coach Kim is CC Walker’s extremely enthusiastic soccer coach, and she is played by the hilarious Fortune Feimster. A writer, comedian, and actor, Feimster rose to fame on the NBC reality talent competition Last Comic Standing in 2010 and went on to star in the Fox television series The Mindy Project from 2015 to 2017.

Lincoln & Theodore Sykes as Miles Walker – The adorable stars Lincoln and Theodore Sykes took turns playing Miles Walker, the youngest son who ends up switching bodies with the family dog in Family Switch. These talented twins can be seen in other prominent films like Oppenheimer and the 2023 comedy film Old Dads.

Carl McDowell as Repairman Zach – Playing the quirky Repairman Zach, who is tasked with fixing the telescope in Family Switch, is actor Carl McDowell, who has played supporting roles in films like Frankie Meets Jack (2023), I’d Like To Be Alone Now (2019), Bobcat Moretti (2022), and more.

Vanessa Carrasco as Ariana – Ariana is Wyatt’s long-time high school crush whom he thinks he has no chance with in Family Switch. She’s portrayed by Vanessa Carrasco, who appeared in episodes of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit and New Amsterdam in 2021 as well as the film Irreplaceable You in 2018.

Cyrus Arnold as Hunter Drew – Hunter Drew is the bully that torments Wyatt any chance he gets, and he’s played by Cyrus Arnold, who is best known for playing Derek Zoolander Jr. in Zoolander 2 (2016). His other credits include Sam & Cat (2013-2014), Richie Rich (2015), The Exorcist (2017), Goldie & Bear (2018), Veronica Mars (2019), and more.

Ilia Isorelýs Paulino as Kara – Jess Walker’s loyal assistant, Kara, is played by Ilia Isorelýs Paulino, who is known for playing Thelma in the 2022 Netflix film Me Time, Alvida in Netflix’s live-action adaptation of One Piece, and Lily and the 2021 series The Sex Lives of College Girls.

Xosha Roquemore as Carrie – Fellow soccer mom and friend to Jess Walker, Carrie puts CC in several awkward situations while trapped in her mother’s body in Family Switch. The character is played by Xosha Roquemore, best known for playing Jo Ann in the 2009 film Precious and Tamra in the television series The Mindy Project (2012-2017)

Jordan Leftwich as Ava – Model and actress Jordan Leftwich plays Ava in Family Switch, Carrie’s daughter and CC’s best friend. Leftwich has been modeling since she was five and has since begun breaking her way into acting roles. She is also a passionate ambassador for the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation.

Paul Scheer as Steven – The hilarious Paul Scheer plays Steven, Jess’ condescending workplace rival in Family Switch. Scheer is known for his roles in the FX sitcom The League and Showtime’s Black Monday, as well as for his work creating and starring in projects like Human Giant.

Ned Bellamy as Hanes – Hanes is Jess’ boss and will determine whether she or Steven gets promoted to partner. The character is portrayed by Ned Bellamy, who has appeared in several movies and TV series over the years, including Criminal Minds, Paradise City, Gotham, and more.

Bashir Salahuddin as Molson – To get Hanes to promote her to partner, Jess must impress prospective customer Molson, played by Bashir Salahuddin. Known for work as an actor, writer, and comedian, Salahuddin has appeared on series like Superstore, Arrested Development, and Single Parents and is credited with creating the Comedy Central show South Side.

Weezer as Dad or Alive – The members of the iconic rock-bad Weezer, Rivers Cuomo, Brian Bell, Scott Shriner, and Pat Wilson, came together to play Bill Walker’s pals and fellow members of his Family Switch band, “Dad or Alive.” Together, the group played a version of the song “Santa Claus is Coming to Town.”

Howie Mandel as Barry – Comedian Howie Mandel played Barry in Family Switch, a judge who determined whether Bill Walker’s band, Dad or Alive, deserved a shot at their record deal. Mandel is known for his stand-up performances, appearances in several films, and for judging the competition series America’s Got Talent.

Adam Lustick as Spock – Spock, a friend of Wyatt’s who has connections to SpaceX, is played by Adam Lustick, known for his roles in Battle of the Sexes (2017) and Mark Lembeck Technique (2016).

Sebastian Quinn as Alex – The talent scout who watches CC play soccer to determine if she should have a shot for the national team in Family Switch, Alex is played by Sebastian Quinn, who played Carlos in the 2023 series Based on a True Story and appeared in an episode of the 2019 series Dynasty.