Absence of Malice Cast
The cast of Absence of Malice.
Sally Field
as Megan Carter

Sally Field plays Megan Carter, a newspaper reporter who uncovers a story that complicates her life and the lives of the people involved.

Paul Newman
as Michael Colin Gallagher

Paul Newman portrays Michael Colin Gallagher, a businessman who is wrongfully implicated in a murder investigation.

Bob Balaban
as Elliott Rosen

Bob Balaban plays Elliott Rosen, a lawyer who is involved in the legal complications surrounding the case.

Melinda Dillon
as Teresa Perrone

Melinda Dillon takes on the role of Teresa Perrone, a character connected to the central story.

Luther Adler
as Santos Malderone

Luther Adler depicts Santos Malderone, a significant figure in the narrative.

Barry Primus
as Robert Waddell

Barry Primus plays Robert Waddell, contributing to the ensemble of characters affected by the media's portrayal of events.

Josef Sommer
as McAdam

Josef Sommer portrays McAdam, another character impacting the unfolding story.

John Harkins
as Davidek

John Harkins plays Davidek, adding depth to the film's exploration of its themes.

Don Hood
as James A. Quinn

Don Hood portrays James A. Quinn, a character tied to the central conflict.

Wilford Brimley
as James J. Wells

Wilford Brimley takes on the role of James J. Wells, providing a strong supporting character.

Arnie Ross
as Eddie Frost

Arnie Ross plays Eddie Frost, contributing to the dramatic tension of the plot.

Barbara Keegan
as News Staff

Barbara Keegan portrays News Staff, reflecting the dynamics of a newsroom environment.

Barry Hober
as News Staff
Phanie Napoli
as Nickie
Shelley Spurlock
as Sarah Wylie
Shawn McAllister
as Hood
Joe Petrullo
as Hood
William Kerwin
as Walker
Oswaldo Calvo
as John
Sharon Anderson
as Secretary
Ilse Earl
as Nun
John DiSanti
as Longshoreman
Rachel Jacobs
as
Clardy Malugen
as Donna
Jody Wilson
as Raggedy Lady
Pat Sullivan
as Meersma
Bill Hindman
as Priest
Patricia Matzdorff
as Susan
Ted Bartsch
as Beverage Manager
Sugar Ray Mann
as Copy Boy
Richard O'Barry
as Driver
Chuck Lupo
as Dock Boy
Laurie V. Logan
as McAdam's Assistant
Gary Van Auken
as Marshall
Diane Zolten
as Reporter
Kathy Suergiu
as Reporter
Jeff Gillen
as Reporter
John Archie
as FBI Agent
Timothy Hawkins
as FBI Agent
Ricardo Márquez
as FBI Agent
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