Tom Cruise plays the lead role of Stefen Djordjevic, a talented high school football player with dreams beyond his small town.
Craig T. Nelson portrays Nickerson, the tough coach whose coaching style and expectations challenge Stefen.
Lea Thompson takes on the role of Lisa, Stefen's girlfriend who supports his aspirations and dreams.
Charles Cioffi plays Pop Djordjevic, Stefen's father who struggles with supporting his son's ambitions.
Gary Graham portrays Greg Djordjevic, Stefen's brother who also deals with the pressures of their father.
Paul Carafotes plays Vinnie Salvucci, a friend of Stefen who shares his football dreams.
Chris Penn portrays Brian Riley, another high school football player who is a friend and teammate of Stefen.
Sandy Faison plays Suzie Nickerson, the wife of Coach Nickerson who also has an influence on Stefen's story.
James A. Baffico takes on the role of Bosko, a member of the football team.
Mel Winkler portrays Jess Covington, a mentor figure to Stefen in the film.
Walter Briggs is the Rifleman in the movie, a character who adds to the football team dynamics.
George Betor plays Tank, another member of the football team who interacts with Stefen.
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