The Suite Life On Deck Cast: Where Are Zack, Cody, London, And Bailey Now In 2025?
The beloved cast of The Suite Life on Deck continues to dominate Hollywood and streaming platforms, making 2024 and 2025 a massive period for the former Disney Channel stars. The nautical spin-off, which took Zack, Cody, and London Tipton onto the luxurious S.S. Tipton, remains a nostalgic favorite, but the actors have since navigated their careers far beyond the high seas.
This article provides an in-depth, up-to-the-minute look at the main cast—the Sprouse twins, Brenda Song, Debby Ryan, and Phill Lewis—detailing their latest film projects, new TV series, and the surprising behind-the-scenes stories that shaped their departure from the Disney era. From major sci-fi thrillers to directorial debuts, here is everything the cast is doing right now.
The Main Crew: Full Biography and Current Status (2025 Update)
The core ensemble of The Suite Life on Deck created some of the most memorable characters in Disney Channel history. Here is a look at the actors who brought the S.S. Tipton to life and their most recent and upcoming career milestones as of late 2024 and early 2025, providing a complete profile for each star.
- Cole Sprouse (Cody Martin):
- Born: August 4, 1992 (33 years old)
- Character: Cody Martin, the intelligent, responsible, and often neurotic twin.
- Post-Disney Career Highlights: Jughead Jones in Riverdale; Five Feet Apart (2019).
- Current Projects (2024-2025): He starred in the horror-comedy film Lisa Frankenstein (2024) and is set to appear in the coming-of-age film I Wish You All the Best (2025). He also has the thriller The Rivals of Amziah King and the film Undercover (TBA) in development.
- Dylan Sprouse (Zack Martin):
- Born: August 4, 1992 (33 years old)
- Character: Zack Martin, the laid-back, mischievous, and girl-crazy twin.
- Post-Disney Career Highlights: Trevor in After We Collided; Owner of All-Wise Meadery in Brooklyn.
- Current Projects (2024-2025): Dylan has taken on more action and drama roles, starring in the 2024 films Beautiful Wedding, The Duel, and the action movie Aftermath. He is also slated to appear in the 2025 film Under Fire.
- Brenda Song (London Tipton):
- Born: March 27, 1988 (37 years old)
- Character: London Tipton, the ditzy, wealthy heiress of the Tipton hotel chain.
- Post-Disney Career Highlights: Madison Maxwell in the Hulu series Dollface; appearances in New Girl and Scandal.
- Current Projects (2024-2025): Brenda Song is starring in the film The Last Showgirl (2024) and has been cast as a chief of staff in the highly anticipated Netflix series Running Point (2025–present).
- Debby Ryan (Bailey Pickett):
- Born: May 13, 1993 (32 years old)
- Character: Bailey Pickett, the intelligent, small-town girl from Kettlecorn, Kansas, and Cody’s love interest.
- Post-Disney Career Highlights: Patty Bladell in the Netflix series Insatiable; Jessie Prescott in Jessie.
- Current Projects (2024-2025): Debby Ryan has landed a major role in the upcoming sci-fi thriller Orion, showcasing her pivot to more mature, genre-bending projects.
- Phill Lewis (Mr. Moseby):
- Born: February 14, 1968 (57 years old)
- Character: Marion Moseby, the high-strung, yet caring, hotel/cruise ship manager.
- Post-Disney Career Highlights: Transitioned successfully into directing for television.
- Current Projects (2024-2025): Lewis is a highly sought-after director in multi-camera comedy, with recent directing credits on shows like The Really Loud House, American Auto, and multiple episodes of the NBC sitcom Lopez vs Lopez (2022–present).
The Shocking Truth Behind the Show's Ending and Disney Channel
While The Suite Life on Deck ran for three successful seasons from 2008 to 2011, the decision to end the series was not entirely amicable, according to the stars. The Sprouse twins have been candid in recent years about the circumstances surrounding their departure from Disney Channel, a story that adds a layer of adult complexity to the show's legacy.
The Producer Credit Dispute. The twins revealed that they had pitched a concept for a fourth season, or a spin-off, to Disney executives. The core of their idea was to become producers on the show, which would have given them creative control over their characters, Zack and Cody Martin, whom they had played for almost seven years.
Disney’s Rejection. The network reportedly rejected their request for producer credits. The twins felt that Disney was attempting to "fudge" their creative input and intellectual property. As a result of the creative differences and the network's unwillingness to grant them a more adult role in the production, Dylan and Cole Sprouse ultimately decided to walk away from the series, concluding the show's run.
This decision, though difficult, allowed both brothers to take a hiatus from acting to attend New York University (NYU), where they pursued degrees in the humanities and archaeology, respectively, before returning to major acting roles in their mid-twenties. The story highlights the increasing desire for creative autonomy among young Disney stars as they transition into adulthood.
Aboard the S.S. Tipton: Mini-Reunions and Co-Star Dynamics
Despite the show ending over a decade ago, the bonds forged on the set of the S.S. Tipton remain strong, providing fans with occasional, heartwarming mini-reunions and nostalgic comments. These interactions are a testament to the cast's enduring friendship.
The Sprouse-Moseby Reunion. In one of the most recent and public reunions, Cole Sprouse, Dylan Sprouse, and Phill Lewis (Mr. Moseby) met up, which was shared on social media, delighting fans of both The Suite Life of Zack & Cody and The Suite Life on Deck. The trio’s reunion, sometimes taking place at events related to Dylan's new film projects like The Duel, shows that the "Moseby and the twins" dynamic is still alive and well off-screen. Lewis has consistently expressed affection for his former co-stars, often referring to them as family.
Brenda Song and Debby Ryan's Mutual Admiration. Long before they were co-stars on the cruise ship, Debby Ryan looked up to Brenda Song. Ryan once cited Song as her "acting idol" and referred to her as the "Queen of Disney" in a 2009 interview, showcasing the respect the younger cast member had for the established Disney star. This mutual respect helped create a strong on-screen dynamic between London Tipton and Bailey Pickett, even when their characters were rivals.
The Legacy of the Ship. The ensemble cast, which also included recurring and guest stars like Matthew Timmons (Woody Fink), Erin Cardillo (Emma Tutweiller), and Doc Shaw (Marcus Little), created a unique, traveling environment for the show. This setting allowed for a constant stream of new guest stars and exotic locations, which contributed to the show's overall topical authority in the teen sitcom genre.
What the Future Holds for the Cast of Suite Life on Deck
The transition from a high-profile Disney series to a successful adult career is notoriously difficult, yet the Suite Life on Deck cast has managed it with remarkable success. Their current slate of projects for 2025 demonstrates a clear move toward more mature, diverse, and challenging roles.
Cole Sprouse’s Genre Shift. Cole Sprouse is actively moving away from the high school drama of Riverdale and the Disney sitcoms, embracing independent films and dark comedies like Lisa Frankenstein and the upcoming thriller *The Rivals of Amziah King*. This strategic shift aims to cement his status as a versatile leading man in Hollywood.
Dylan Sprouse’s Action Focus. Dylan Sprouse has carved out a niche in the action and romantic drama genres, with Aftermath and Under Fire showcasing his physical acting prowess and willingness to tackle more intense material than his comedic past. He also maintains a successful entrepreneurial venture with his meadery, diversifying his professional portfolio.
Brenda Song’s Netflix Power. Brenda Song’s role in the upcoming Netflix comedy series Running Point is a major career move, placing her at the center of a high-profile streaming project. Coupled with her dramatic turn in The Last Showgirl, she continues to prove her range from comedy to drama.
The former S.S. Tipton crew has effectively traded their cruise ship life for major movie sets, streaming deals, and directorial chairs. Their latest endeavors in 2024 and 2025 confirm that the cast of The Suite Life on Deck is not just a nostalgic memory, but a group of dynamic, working actors and creators who are defining the next phase of their careers.
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