Cast of Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)

Michael Keaton plays Riggan Thomson, a former superhero actor trying to revive his career by directing and starring in a Broadway play.

Emma Stone portrays Sam Thomson, Riggan's recovering drug addict daughter who serves as his assistant.

Zach Galifianakis takes on the role of Jake, Riggan's best friend and lawyer, who tries to keep things together during the production.

Edward Norton plays Mike Shiner, a talented but volatile actor who joins Riggan's play and shakes things up.

Andrea Riseborough portrays Laura Aulburn, an actress in the play and Riggan's girlfriend who is dealing with her own insecurities.

Amy Ryan plays Sylvia, Riggan's ex-wife and the mother of Sam, providing a grounded perspective amidst the chaos.

Naomi Watts embodies Lesley Truman, an actress in the play who is passionate about her craft but struggles with personal issues.

Lindsay Duncan takes on the role of Tabitha Dickinson, a harsh theater critic whose opinion could make or break Riggan's play.

Merritt Wever portrays Annie, the stage manager of the play who deals with the challenges of keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes.

Jeremy Shamos plays Ralph, a replacement actor in the play who adds his own dynamic to the production.

Damian Young embodies Gabriel, the producer of Riggan's play who faces the stressful task of managing the production.

Bill Camp brings life to Crazy Man, a character who Riggan encounters both in reality and in his inner struggles.