Dan Stevens, known for his role in Downton Abbey, stars as Frank in ‘Bodies Bodies Bodies,’ a criminal who kidnaps a ballet-dancing bloodsucker. Matthew Goode, who also appeared in later seasons of Downton Abbey, makes a surprise cameo as Abigail’s father, Kristof Lazar.
Despite their limited appearances, both Stevens and Goode deliver memorable performances. Stevens portrays Frank as a menacing and unpredictable criminal, while Goode’s Lazar is slinky and soft-spoken, with a sinister fanged smile. Their performances add depth and seriousness to the film’s absurd premise, grounding the story in a way that makes the humor all the more effective.
The casting of Downton Abbey actors in ‘Bodies Bodies Bodies’ is a clever nod to the film’s themes of class and privilege. The kidnappers, all from different backgrounds, are forced to confront their own complicated histories and motivations as they navigate the treacherous events of the film. The cameo appearances of Stevens and Goode serve as a reminder of the characters’ shared past and the ways in which their lives have been shaped by the societal structures they inhabit.
