Michael Caine plays Sidney Bruhl, a successful playwright struggling with writer's block and jealousy towards a young aspiring writer.
Christopher Reeve portrays Clifford Anderson, a talented young writer who becomes involved in a complex and twisted plot.
Dyan Cannon takes on the role of Myra Bruhl, Sidney's supportive wife caught in a web of deception and intrigue.
Irene Worth plays Helga ten Dorp, a psychic neighbor who adds an element of mystery and suspicion to the story.
Henry Jones portrays Porter Milgrim, an attorney who finds himself entangled in the characters' sinister schemes.
Joe Silver appears as Seymour Starger, a friend of Sidney Bruhl who becomes embroiled in the deadly game of manipulation.
Tony DiBenedetto plays Burt, the Bartender, a minor character who unwittingly gets caught up in the unfolding drama.
Jenny Lumet portrays the Stage Newsboy, a small role adding to the atmosphere of the theatre setting.
Al LeBreton appears as Handsome Actor, a character within the play that the main characters are involved in.
Francis B. Creamer Jr. appears as The Minister, adding a touch of religious presence to the story.
Stewart Klein portrays Stewart Klein, seemingly playing himself as a part of the movie's meta-elements.
Jeffrey Lyons makes a cameo appearance as himself, contributing to the movie's self-aware and theatrical tone.
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