| Actor | Character | Role in Season 5 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Jacob Anton Ness | Sara’s new husband. A seemingly kind, wealthy psychologist and father figure to little Mike. Major Spoiler: He is later revealed to be the true villain, "Poseidon," the CIA handler who framed Michael. | | Augustus Prew | David "Whip" Martin | A young, cocky, fast-talking pickpocket and prisoner in Yemen who becomes Michael’s ally inside Ogygia prison. He shares a shocking secret connection to T-Bag. | | Rick Yune | Ja | The leader of a powerful Yemeni terrorist faction (the "Army of the 12 Lions"). He becomes an unlikely and dangerous ally to Michael. | | Inbar Lavi | Sheba | A clever, resourceful Yemeni businesswoman and activist who helps Lincoln and C-Note navigate the city. She becomes Lincoln’s love interest. | | Kunal Sharma | Sid | A young, gentle prisoner in Ogygia, sentenced to death for his sexuality. He is a close friend of Michael and a sympathetic figure whose plight underscores the brutality of the setting. | | Steve Mouzakis | Van Gogh | A terrifying, unhinged, and highly intelligent henchman working for Poseidon. He is a relentless hunter sent to kill Michael and his family. |
While the plot stretched credibility (as Prison Break always does), seeing these actors step back into their iconic roles was a nostalgic thrill ride that proved some bonds really are unbreakable. cast of season 5 prison break
Robert Knepper as Theodore "T-Bag" BagwellNo Prison Break season is complete without the cunning T-Bag. Released from Fox River, he receives the initial clue about Michael's whereabouts. Season 5 provides a surprising redemption arc for T-Bag, involving a high-tech prosthetic hand and a shocking discovery about his own lineage. | Actor | Character | Role in Season
Given the 7-year gap between Season 4 (2009) and Season 5 (2017), the cast features a mix of beloved originals, surprising returns, and key new characters. | | Augustus Prew | David "Whip" Martin
But Prison Break has never been a show bound by the laws of physics or logic—it’s bound by the unbreakable bond of family. Season 5, sub-titled Resurrection , brought back the faces we loved, alongside some fresh additions to shake things up.
Augustus Prew as David "Whip" MartinWhip is Michael’s cellmate in Ogygia and his "right-hand man" during the escape. He is a fast-talking, agile survivor who shares a mysterious bond with Michael. His backstory eventually ties back to a major legacy character in a poignant way.