The Girls Cast: Where Are Hannah, Marnie, Jessa, And Shoshanna Now? (2025 Updates)
The groundbreaking HBO series Girls may have ended in 2017, but the careers of its core cast—Lena Dunham, Allison Williams, Jemima Kirke, and Zosia Mamet—along with co-stars Adam Driver and Alex Karpovsky, have only exploded since. As of late 2025, the ensemble who once epitomized the messy, complex Millennial experience in New York City are now dominating Hollywood, from major horror franchises and multi-million dollar biopics to highly anticipated returns to television. The show's legacy as a cultural lightning rod continues, but the cast's individual paths have diversified dramatically, proving they are far more than the characters they played.
This deep-dive provides the most current, up-to-date look at the *Girls* cast, detailing their recent projects, major career shifts, and what they are working on right now for a 2025 and 2026 release. The stars have transitioned from the anxiety-ridden twenty-somethings of the HBO series to established, multi-hyphenate forces in the entertainment industry, taking on roles that span blockbusters, indie films, and major directorial efforts.
The Core Cast: Full Biography and Career Profiles
The six main actors of *Girls* have each carved out distinct and impressive careers post-series. Their filmographies showcase a deliberate move toward diverse, challenging roles, establishing them as serious artists well beyond the shadow of their breakthrough coming-of-age comedy-drama.
- Lena Dunham (Hannah Horvath)
- Born: May 13, 1986, New York City, New York.
- Role on *Girls*: Creator, writer, director, and star (Hannah, an aspiring writer).
- Notable Post-Girls Work: Directing *Catherine Called Birdy* (2022), writing/directing *Sharp Stick* (2022).
- Allison Williams (Marnie Michaels)
- Born: April 13, 1988, New Canaan, Connecticut.
- Role on *Girls*: Marnie, Hannah's ambitious, often self-absorbed best friend.
- Notable Post-Girls Work: *Get Out* (2017), *The Perfection* (2019), *M3GAN* (2022).
- Jemima Kirke (Jessa Johansson)
- Born: April 26, 1985, London, England.
- Role on *Girls*: Jessa, the free-spirited, enigmatic British artist.
- Notable Post-Girls Work: *Sex Education* (2021-2023), *Conversations with Friends* (2022).
- Zosia Mamet (Shoshanna Shapiro)
- Born: February 2, 1988, Randolph, Vermont.
- Role on *Girls*: Shoshanna, the fast-talking, pop-culture-obsessed cousin of Jessa.
- Notable Post-Girls Work: *The Flight Attendant* (2020-2022), *Madam Web* (2024).
- Adam Driver (Adam Sackler)
- Born: November 19, 1983, San Diego, California.
- Role on *Girls*: Adam, Hannah’s on-again, off-again boyfriend, a volatile actor.
- Notable Post-Girls Work: *Star Wars* sequel trilogy (as Kylo Ren), *Marriage Story* (2019), *House of Gucci* (2021), *Ferrari* (2023).
- Alex Karpovsky (Ray Ploshansky)
- Born: September 23, 1975, Newton, Massachusetts.
- Role on *Girls*: Ray, the acerbic coffee shop manager and intellectual.
- Notable Post-Girls Work: *Homecoming* (2018), *The Fabelmans* (2022).
Hannah Horvath and the New Generation: Lena Dunham's 2025 Return to TV
Lena Dunham, the creative engine behind *Girls*, has pivoted from acting to focus heavily on her work as a writer, director, and producer. Her recent projects confirm her status as a prolific auteur focused on exploring female narratives and complex relationships.
The biggest news for Dunham in 2025 is her highly anticipated return to television with the Netflix series *Too Much*. The show, which she co-created with her husband Luis Felber, is a romantic comedy about a workaholic New York-based music editor who moves to London after a devastating breakup. The narrative focus on a woman navigating a new life and career echoes the core themes of *Girls*, but with a more mature, international perspective. The show premiered in July 2025 and has been a major talking point at events like the 2025 Tribeca Festival, where Dunham discussed her creative process.
Beyond TV, Dunham is tackling a major real-world story as a writer for an upcoming Apple film about the collapse of the cryptocurrency exchange FTX, based on the book *Going Infinite* by Michael Lewis. This Sam Bankman-Fried movie is one of the most high-profile projects in development, signaling Dunham's expansion into mainstream, journalistic storytelling. The project is slated for a 2025 release, further solidifying her role as a key creative force in Hollywood.
From Marnie to M3GAN: Allison Williams' Horror Queen Transformation
Allison Williams, who played the perpetually striving Marnie Michaels, has undergone one of the most fascinating career transformations, establishing herself as a modern "scream queen" and a powerhouse producer in the horror genre.
Williams's breakout post-Girls role in Jordan Peele’s *Get Out* was a seismic shift, but her starring and executive producing role in the 2022 hit *M3GAN* cemented her new trajectory. The success of the techno-horror film has led to the highly anticipated sequel, *M3GAN 2.0*, which is scheduled for a 2025 release. Williams will reprise her role as Gemma, the brilliant roboticist, demonstrating her commitment to the franchise and the genre.
In addition to her genre work, Williams is starring in the romantic comedy film *Regretting You*, with a screening event noted for late 2025, showing her versatility across different cinematic tones. This strategic mix of high-concept horror and mainstream drama showcases a shrewd career management that has made her one of the most recognizable faces from the original *Girls* ensemble. Her work on the 2023 historical series *Fellow Travelers* also highlights her move into prestige television.
The Blockbuster Star and the Indie Auteurs: Driver, Kirke, Mamet, and Karpovsky
While Dunham and Williams have made headlines with their high-profile projects, the rest of the main cast have been equally busy, with Adam Driver reaching global A-list status and the others finding success in critically acclaimed independent projects and diverse media.
Adam Driver: From Adam Sackler to Global Icon
Adam Driver's career trajectory is arguably the most spectacular. Having already established himself as Kylo Ren in the *Star Wars* universe, his post-Girls period has been defined by collaborations with legendary directors.
- *Megalopolis* (2024): Driver stars in Francis Ford Coppola's ambitious, long-awaited epic, which premiered to major buzz at the Cannes Film Festival. This role is a major artistic statement, placing him at the center of one of the year's most talked-about films.
- Upcoming Projects: Driver is attached to a slew of future projects, including the hostage thriller series *Rabbit Rabbit*, and films such as *Paper Tiger*, *Yankee Comandante*, and *The Coward*, confirming his status as one of Hollywood's busiest and most sought-after leading men.
Jemima Kirke and Zosia Mamet: Diverse Media and New Genres
Jemima Kirke (Jessa) has continued to blend her acting with her work as an artist. In 2024, her painting exhibition *The Divorcée* garnered attention, reinforcing her multi-disciplinary identity. On the acting front, she is slated to appear in the film *Fame and Other Four-Letter...*, which was featured at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival, maintaining her presence in the indie and festival circuit.
Zosia Mamet (Shoshanna) has also diversified her portfolio. Following her successful run on *The Flight Attendant*, she appeared in the 2024 sci-fi romantic comedy *Molli and Max in the Future*. She is also part of the upcoming 2025 film *Fantasy Life*, showing her continued work in both comedy and independent cinema.
Alex Karpovsky: Directing, Producing, and Prestige TV
Alex Karpovsky (Ray Ploshansky), a multi-hyphenate talent even during *Girls*, continues to focus on writing, directing, and producing. In 2025, he served as a juror for the Tribeca Festival, a prestigious role that highlights his respected position within the independent film community. His recent acting work includes a role in the 2024 series *Nobody Wants This* and the 2024 short film *The Bride's Curse*, demonstrating his commitment to smart, character-driven projects outside of the mainstream studio system.
The entire cast of *Girls* has successfully transitioned from the defining Millennial experience of their New York City narrative to a complex, multi-faceted career landscape. Their collective success in 2025 and beyond is a testament to the show's ability to launch not just a hit series, but a generation of enduring and versatile Hollywood talent.
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