'Archer' Characters

Sterling Archer (H. Jon Benjamin) is the star agent at ISIS, possibly because he's talented, but more likely because his mother is the boss. Sterling Archer is spoiled and selfish, worrying more about his own agenda more than the company's. Archer is a womanizer, though he still harbors feelings for his ex-girlfriend, Agent Lana Kane. His smart-mouthed dialogue and disregard for humans in general help make Archer the comedy it is.

Malory Archer (Jessica Walter) runs the International Secret Intelligence Service (ISIS). She's a tough cookie, especially when it comes to her son, Sterling. She condescends to him, even giving him the codename "Duchess," after her beloved dead dog. She has phone sex with a KGB operative, seems to have a tolerance for substance abuse and isn't above seduction to win U.N. contracts.

Lana Kane (Aisha Tyler) is a tough-talking, curvaceous and violent agent. She used to date Archer, but now mild-mannered Cyril Figgis is her boyfriend. No matter what she's wearing, she's armed, usually with well-equipped shoulder holsters. She may still have feelings for Sterling, but those feelings are manifested in shoot-outs and putdowns.

Cyril Figgis (Chris Parnell) is also an agent at ISIS, but he is the opposite of Sterling, which is maybe why Lana is dating him. Cyril is soft-spoken with good manners, usually wearing a sweater vest with his suit. He's thrilled to be dating and frequently cooks for her. Under his quiet demeanor, Cyril has a secret weapon; he's very well-endowed.

Cheryl (Judy Greer) is Malory's secretary at ISIS. She's smitten with Sterling, but he has little attention for her. She often changes her name in order to needle Sterling, or get him to notice her.

Woodhouse (George Coe) is Sterling's aging-but-loyal butler. He's badly mistreated by Sterling, but continues to serve him, as he has since Sterling was a child.

Pam heads up human resources at ISIS. She is the office punching bag in that everyone makes fun of her. She loves food and is attracted to Lana.