Cast of Down by Law

Tom Waits portrays Zack, a disc jockey who ends up in prison and becomes part of an unlikely escape plan.

John Lurie plays Jack, a pimp who finds himself sharing a cell with Zack and Roberto, leading to unexpected friendships.

Roberto Benigni stars as Roberto, an Italian tourist wrongly accused of murder, forming a bond with his fellow inmates during their escape.

Nicoletta Braschi appears as Nicoletta, Roberto's girlfriend who gets involved in the events surrounding the escape plan.

Ellen Barkin portrays Laurette, a woman connected to Zack who becomes entangled in the aftermath of the escape.

Billie Neal is Bobbie, a character involved in the escape plan and the ensuing events that unfold.

Rockets Redglare plays Gig, a presence within the prison who plays a role in the unfolding events.

Vernel Bagneris portrays Preston, a character who becomes linked to the escapees and influences their journey.

Timothea appears as Julie, a character whose connections to others in the story contribute to the unfolding events.

L.C. Drane is L.C., a character who is part of the prison environment and has interactions with the main cast.

Joy N. Houck Jr. portrays Detective Mandino, a law enforcement officer involved in the pursuit of the escaped prisoners.

Carrie Lindsoe plays the Young Girl, a character who crosses paths with the escapees, impacting their journey.