Darwin's Darkest Hour (2009) featured a cast of 4 tracked actors. Of these, 3 (75%) are still alive today and 1 have passed away. The oldest surviving cast member is Nigel Bennett, age 76. This film starred Henry Ian Cusick and Frances O'Connor.
75% still with us· verified cast
Survivorship
Cast Reunion Index: 75% still living
Avg. Age at Death: 84 yrs
Deaths by Year
2026
Cast4 members
| Person | Character | Status | DOB | Age | DOD | Age in 2009 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Henry Ian Cusick Charles Darwin | Charles Darwin | Living | 17/04/1967 | 59 | — | 42 |
 Frances O'Connor Emma Darwin | Emma Darwin | Living | 12/06/1967 | 59 | — | 42 |
 Nigel Bennett Sir Charles Lyell | Sir Charles Lyell | Living | 19/11/1949 | 76 | — | 60 |
 Richard Donat Dr. Robert Darwin | Dr. Robert Darwin | Deceased | 01/06/1941 | 84 | 28/03/2026 | 68 |