A River Runs Through It Cast
The cast of A River Runs Through It.
Craig Sheffer
as Norman Maclean

Craig Sheffer portrays Norman Maclean, the older brother who reflects on his life and the bond shared with his family and fly fishing.

Brad Pitt
as Paul Maclean

Brad Pitt plays Paul Maclean, the younger brother who struggles with personal challenges while sharing a deep love for fishing.

Tom Skerritt
as Rev. Maclean

Tom Skerritt is Rev. Maclean, the father of Norman and Paul, a minister who teaches his sons to appreciate nature and life.

Brenda Blethyn
as Mrs. Maclean

Brenda Blethyn plays Mrs. Maclean, the supportive mother who provides love and warmth to her family.

Edie McClurg
as Mrs. Burns

Edie McClurg portrays Mrs. Burns, a character who interacts with the Maclean family during their community life.

Stephen Shellen
as Neal Burns

Stephen Shellen plays Neal Burns, a character with connections to the Maclean family that influences their lives.

Vann Gravage
as Young Paul

Vann Gravage portrays Young Paul, depicting the early years of Paul Maclean's life and his passion for fishing.

Susan Traylor
as Rawhide

Susan Traylor plays Rawhide, contributing to the narrative and social dynamics of the characters.

Nicole Burdette
as Mabel

Nicole Burdette portrays Mabel, adding depth to the relationships among the characters.

Emily Lloyd
as Jessie Burns

Emily Lloyd plays Jessie Burns, a character involved in the lives of the Maclean brothers.

William Hootkins
as Murphy

William Hootkins portrays Murphy, another character that interacts with the Maclean family.

Joseph Gordon-Levitt
as Young Norman

Joseph Gordon-Levitt plays Young Norman, showing the youth of the protagonist and his family bonds.

Michael Cudlitz
as Chub
Rob Cox
as Conroy
Buck Simmonds
as Humph
Fred Oakland
as Mr. Burns
David Creamer
as Ken Burns
Madonna Reubens
as Aunt Sally
John Reubens
as Uncle Jimmy
Arnold Richardson
as Old Norman
MacIntyre Dixon
as Police Sergeant
Al Richardson
as Mr. Murchison
Jess Schwidde
as Mr. Sweeney
Chuck Adamson
as Harry the Editor
Rex Kendall
as Reporter
Jack Kroll
as Reporter
Martina Kreidl
as Secretary at Newspaper
Noah Scot Snyder
as Copy Boy at Newspaper
Margot Kiser
as Sal
Philip A. Braun
as Dealer at Lolo
Tracy Mayfield
as Bouncer at Lolo
Anne Merrem
as Hooker at Lolo
Chuck Tweed
as Drunk in Jail
Prudence Johnson
as Pavilion Singer
D. Gorton
as Pavilion Announcer
Lincoln Quesenberry
as Drunk in Alley
Hawk Forssell
as Bouncer at Speakeasy
Jim Dunkin
as Speakeasy Bartender
Jacob Snyder
as Piano Player
Kathy Scharler
as Waitress at Speakeasy
Don Jeffery
as Black Jack
Byron Dingman
as Speakeasy Patron
Cecily Johnson
as Speakeasy Patron
Caleb Shiff
as Young John
Camille Bonora
as Helen Kane Impersonator (uncredited)
Daren Eastwold
as Montana Saloon Dancer (uncredited)
Lance R. Jones
as Party-Goer (uncredited)
Robert Redford
as Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
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