Cuba Gooding Jr. plays Tre Styles, a young man navigating the tough streets of South Central LA.
Laurence Fishburne portrays Jason 'Furious' Styles, Tre's no-nonsense father who imparts valuable life lessons.
Ice Cube takes on the role of Darin 'Doughboy' Baker, a resident of South Central dealing with the challenges of his environment.
Morris Chestnut plays Ricky Baker, a talented athlete with dreams of making a better life for himself.
Angela Bassett stars as Reva Devereaux, Tre's mother who wants the best for her son amidst the dangers of their neighborhood.
Nia Long portrays Brandi, Tre's girlfriend who provides support and stability in his life.
Tyra Ferrell plays Brenda Baker, the mother of Doughboy and Ricky, facing the struggles of raising children in an inner-city environment.
Alysia Rogers portrays Shanice, a friend of Tre and members of the community who experiences the impact of gang violence.
Regina King takes on the role of Shalika, a local girl in South Central LA dealing with the challenges and realities of her surroundings.
Lexie Bigham plays 'Mad Dog,' a character emblematic of the dangerous and volatile nature of the neighborhood.
Jessie Lawrence Ferguson portrays Officer Coffey, a law enforcement officer trying to maintain order in the community.
John Cothran appears as Lewis Crump, a USC recruiter offering opportunity amidst the hardships faced by the young men in the neighborhood.
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