Diane Keaton portrays Lenny Magrath, the eldest sister who is devoted to caring for their grandfather.
Jessica Lange plays Meg Magrath, the middle sister who has returned home after a failed singing career in Los Angeles.
Sissy Spacek takes on the role of Babe Magrath, the youngest sister who is dealing with legal troubles.
Sam Shepard is Doc Porter, a former lover of Meg who still holds feelings for her.
Tess Harper portrays Chick Boyle, a cousin who often clashes with the Magrath sisters.
David Carpenter plays Barnette Lloyd, a young lawyer who seeks justice for Babe in her legal case.
Hurd Hatfield portrays Old Granddaddy, the elderly and ailing patriarch of the Magrath family.
Beeson Carroll is Zackery Botrelle, a local man involved in a scandal with Babe.
Jean Willard takes on the role of Lucille Botrelle, the wife of Zackery Botrelle.
Tom Mason plays Uncle Watson, a relative of the Magrath sisters who visits during a family crisis.
Gregory Eugene Travis is Willie Jay, Babe's lawyer in her legal troubles.
Annie McKnight portrays Annie May Jenkins, a supportive friend of the Magrath sisters.
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