Bright Lights, Big City Cast
The cast of Bright Lights, Big City.
Michael J. Fox
as Jamie

Michael J. Fox plays Jamie, a young writer working for a publication in New York City.

Kiefer Sutherland
as Tad

Kiefer Sutherland portrays Tad, a narcissistic and manipulative character who impacts the life of the protagonist.

Phoebe Cates
as Amanda

Phoebe Cates takes on the role of Amanda, a mysterious and alluring woman who crosses paths with the protagonist.

Swoosie Kurtz
as Megan

Swoosie Kurtz portrays Megan, a friend of the protagonist who provides support during a challenging time.

Frances Sternhagen
as Clara

Frances Sternhagen plays Clara, a wise and nurturing figure who offers guidance to the protagonist.

Tracy Pollan
as Vicky

Tracy Pollan embodies the character of Vicky, a romantic interest of the protagonist.

John Houseman
as Mr. Vogel

John Houseman plays Mr. Vogel, a demanding and authoritative figure in the protagonist's workplace.

Charlie Schlatter
as Michael

Charlie Schlatter portrays Michael, a colleague of the protagonist who struggles with his own personal issues.

David Warrilow
as Rittenhouse

David Warrilow takes on the role of Rittenhouse, a mysterious character with a connection to the protagonist's past.

Dianne Wiest
as Mother

Dianne Wiest plays Mother, a maternal figure who provides comfort and stability to the protagonist.

Alec Mapa
as Yasu Wade

Alec Mapa portrays Yasu Wade, a vibrant and outgoing character who adds a touch of humor to the story.

William Hickey
as Ferret Man

William Hickey plays Ferret Man, a quirky and eccentric individual who crosses paths with the protagonist in a surprising way.

Gina Belafonte
as Kathy
Sam Robards
as Rich Vanier
Bernard Zette
as Stevie
Marika Blossfeldt
as Bald Girl
Jessica Lundy
as Theresa
Kelly Lynch
as Elaine
Peter Boyden
as Maitre d'
Annabelle Gurwitch
as Barbara
Russell Horton
as Walter Tyler
Maria Pitillo
as Pony Tail Girl
Susan Traylor
as Leather Lady
David Hyde Pierce
as Bartender at Fashion Show
Michael Fischetti
as Mannequin Craftsman
Harvey Waldman
as Deli Man
Jim Babchak
as Bartender at Disco
Peg Murray
as Receptionist
Barbara Rucker
as Elegant Lady
Pat Santino
as Security Guard
Mike Bacarella
as Bakery Man
Josie Bell
as Runway Model
Anne Bezamat
as Runway Model
Alva Chinn
as Runway Model
Dianne De Witt
as Runway Model
Nathalie Gabrielli
as Runway Model
Jennifer Houser
as Runway Model
Lynn Howland
as Runway Model
Sheila Johnson
as Runway Model
Melanie Landestoy
as Runway Model
Marisol Massey
as Runway Model
Andrea Sande
as Runway Model
Malio
as Runway Model (as Maud)
Maria von Hartz
as Runway Model
Joko Zohrer
as Runway Model
Marvin Braverman
as Additional Voices (voice)
Thomas Brunelle
as Additional Voices (voice)
Leigh French
as Additional Voices (voice)
Nicholas Guest
as Additional Voices (voice)
Fred Newman
as Additional Voices (voice)
Luisa Leschin
as Additional Voices (voice)
Andrew Masset
as Additional Voices (voice)
Anna Mathias
as Additional Voices (voice)
Tracy Newman
as Additional Voices (voice)
Reni Santoni
as Additional Voices (voice)
Wendy Schaal
as Additional Voices (voice)
Jonathan Stark
as Additional Voices (voice)
Arnold F. Turner
as Additional Voices (voice)
Claudette Wells
as Additional Voices (voice)
Jason Robards
as Mr. Hardy (uncredited)
Dondré Whitfield
as Brian Jones (uncredited)
Elana Cooper
as Dancing Club Girl (uncredited)
Edward Burke
as Bar Patron (uncredited)
Wayne Keeley
as Bartender (uncredited)
Dave Knapp
as Bar Patron (uncredited)
Gary McNerney
as Bar Patron (uncredited)
Rick Shaw
as Bar Patron (uncredited)
Anthony Welch
as Nightclub Patron (uncredited)
Antony Platt
as Press Photographer at Fashion Show (uncredited)
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