Cast of Footloose

Kevin Bacon plays the lead role of Ren McCormack, a teenager from Chicago who challenges the town's ban on dancing and rock music.

Lori Singer portrays Ariel Moore, the rebellious daughter of Reverend Shaw Moore who becomes close to Ren McCormack.

John Lithgow plays Reverend Shaw Moore, the conservative minister and father of Ariel who opposes dancing in the town.

Dianne Wiest portrays Vi Moore, Reverend Shaw Moore's wife and Ariel's mother, who sympathizes with her daughter's desire for freedom.

Chris Penn plays Willard Hewitt, Ren McCormack's friend who learns how to dance as they rebel against the town's rules.

Sarah Jessica Parker portrays Rusty, Ariel's friend and a strong supporter of Ren McCormack's efforts to bring dancing back to the town.

Jim Youngs plays Chuck Cranston, Ariel's abusive boyfriend who becomes Ren McCormack's rival in the town.

John Laughlin portrays Woody, a friend of Chuck Cranston who gets caught up in the drama surrounding the ban on dancing.

Elizabeth Gorcey plays Wendy Jo, one of Ariel's friends who supports her in defying the town's restrictions on dancing.

Frances Lee McCain portrays Ethel McCormack, Ren's mother who moves with him to the small town and supports his efforts to challenge the ban on dancing.

Douglas Dirkson plays Burlington Cranston, Chuck's father who is a key figure in upholding the town's strict rules against dancing.

Lynne Marta portrays Lulu Warnicker, the owner of a local diner where the characters often gather to discuss the town's issues.