Arrival

Amy Adams plays the role of Dr. Louise Banks, a linguist enlisted by the United States Army to communicate with extraterrestrials.

Jeremy Renner portrays Ian Donnelly, a mathematician who joins Dr. Banks in the mission to communicate with extraterrestrials.

Forest Whitaker plays Colonel G. T. Weber, a military officer overseeing the communication efforts with the extraterrestrials.

Michael Stuhlbarg portrays Agent Halpern, a CIA agent involved in the extraterrestrial communication project.

Tzi Ma plays General Shang, a high-ranking Chinese military officer with a pivotal role in the communication attempts.

Mark O'Brien portrays Captain Marks, a military officer involved in the communication efforts.

Julia Scarlett Dan plays Hannah, a 12-year-old girl in the film.

Abigail Pniowsky portrays Hannah, an 8-year-old girl in the film.