Cinderella

Lily James portrays Ella, also known as Cinderella. She is a strong-willed and kind-hearted young woman who is forced to become a maidservant in her own house by her stepfamily.

Cate Blanchett plays Lady Tremaine, Ella's bitter and jealous stepmother. She resents her stepdaughter for her unbreakable spirit and kindness.

Richard Madden plays Prince Kit, a humble and noble soon-to-be king who falls in love with Cinderella, despite his duty to marry the princess for the good of his kingdom.

Stellan Skarsgård plays the Grand Duke, a shady and calculating royal functionary who seeks the prosperity of the kingdom by questionable actions.

Holliday Grainger portrays Anastasia Tremaine, one of Lady Tremaine's vain and shallow biological daughters. She is Cinderella's stepsister.

Sophie McShera plays Drisella Tremaine, another one of Lady Tremaine's vain and shallow biological daughters. She is Cinderella's stepsister.

Derek Jacobi portrays the King, the strict yet loving father of Prince Kit. He wants his son to marry for the good of the kingdom.

Helena Bonham Carter portrays the Fairy Godmother, a ditzy yet caring sorceress who helps Cinderella get to the ball. She also serves as the film's narrator.