Frances Cast
The cast of Frances.
Jessica Lange
as Frances Farmer

Jessica Lange portrays Frances Farmer, a spirited and ambitious actress whose career and personal life face numerous challenges.

Sam Shepard
as Harry York

Sam Shepard takes on the role of Harry York, a supportive and caring figure in Frances Farmer's life.

Kim Stanley
as Lillian Farmer

Kim Stanley portrays Lillian Farmer, the mother of Frances Farmer, adding depth to the family dynamics in the movie.

Bart Burns
as Ernest Farmer

Bart Burns plays Ernest Farmer, the father of Frances Farmer, contributing to the complexities of Frances' upbringing.

Christopher Pennock
as Dick Steele

Christopher Pennock takes on the character of Dick Steele, a figure who plays a role in Frances Farmer's career.

James Karen
as Judge Hillier

James Karen portrays Judge Hillier, a character involved in legal matters affecting Frances Farmer's life.

Gerald S. O'Loughlin
as Lobotomy Doctor

Gerald S. O'Loughlin appears as the Lobotomy Doctor, highlighting a distressing aspect of Frances Farmer's story.

Sarah Cunningham
as Alma Styles

Sarah Cunningham portrays Alma Styles, a character who adds emotional depth and support to Frances Farmer.

Allan Rich
as Mr. Bebe

Allan Rich plays Mr. Bebe, a character who interacts with Frances Farmer during her journey.

Woodrow Parfrey
as Dr. Doyle

Woodrow Parfrey takes on the role of Dr. Doyle, a character involved in addressing Frances Farmer's challenges.

Jack Riley
as Bob Barnes

Jack Riley portrays Bob Barnes, offering a character who intersects with Frances Farmer's professional life.

Darrell Larson
as Louella's Spy

Darrell Larson appears as Louella's Spy, a character adding intrigue to Frances Farmer's experiences in the industry.

Jordan Charney
as Harold Clurman
John Randolph
as Kindly Judge
Keone Young
as Chinese Doctor
Bonnie Bartlett
as Studio Stylist
Jeffrey DeMunn
as Clifford Odets
Lane Smith
as Dr. Symington
Jonathan Banks
as Hitchhiker
James Brodhead
as Desk Sergeant
Jane Jenkins
as Lady at Roosevelt Hotel
Daniel Chodos
as "No Escape" Director
Rod Colbin
as Sentencing Judge
Donald Craig
as Ralph Edwards
Lee de Broux
as "Flowing Gold" Director
Jack Fitzgerald
as Clapper Man
Nancy Foy
as Autograph Girl
Anne Haney
as Hairdresser
Richard L. Hawkins
as Bum on Street
Patricia Larson
as Mrs. Hillier
Albert Lord
as "Flowing Gold" A.D.
Vincent Lucchesi
as Arresting Sergeant
Jack Manning
as Studio Photographer
Rod Pilloud
as Martoni Kaminski
Larry Pines
as Man on Phone / Bookie Joint
David Schroeder
as Studio Lawyer
Helen Schustack
as Wardrobe Mistress
Sandra Seacat
as Drama Teacher
Charles Seaverns
as Real Estate Man
Karin Strandjord
as Connie
Vern Taylor
as Studio Executive
Andrew Winner
as Firechief
Biff Yeager
as Motorcycle Cop
Alexander Zale
as Man in Screening Room
Paul Fleming
as Reporter / Publicist / Photographer
M.C. Gainey
as Reporter / Publicist / Photographer
Roger Galloway
as Reporter / Publicist / Photographer
Matthew Goldsby
as Reporter / Publicist / Photographer
Paul Keith
as Reporter / Publicist / Photographer
F. William Parker
as Reporter / Publicist / Photographer
Charles Shull
as Reporter / Publicist / Photographer
Teda Bracci
as Mental Patient
Jan Burrell
as Mental Patient
Flo Di Re
as Mental Patient
Dodds Frank
as Mental Patient
Patricia Gaul
as Mental Patient
Robin Ginsburg
as Mental Patient
Pamela Gordon
as Mental Patient
Anjelica Huston
as Mental Patient
Jamie Johnston
as Mental Patient
Ola Kauffman
as Mental Patient
Donna Lamana
as Mental Patient
Sharmagne Leland-St. John
as Mental Patient
Jane Lillig
as Mental Patient
Alexandra Melchi
as Mental Patient
Patricia Post
as Mental Patient
Zelda Rubinstein
as Mental Patient
Nina Schneider
as Mental Patient
Marlene Silvers
as Mental Patient
Vicki Williams
as Mental Patient
Susan Wolf
as Mental Patient
Tom Amundsen
as Doctor / Nurse / Orderly
Anne Haslett
as Doctor / Nurse / Orderly
Barry Jamesby
as Doctor / Nurse / Orderly
Leonard Lookabaugh
as Doctor / Nurse / Orderly
Oceana Marr
as Doctor / Nurse / Orderly
Vahan Moosekian
as Doctor / Nurse / Orderly
Tom Pletts
as Doctor / Nurse / Orderly
Eileen T'Kaye
as Doctor / Nurse / Orderly
Lila Waters
as Doctor / Nurse / Orderly
Charles Prior
as Soldier
Carl Kraines
as Soldier
Kevin Costner
as Luther (uncredited)
Dennis Crosswhite
as Orderly (uncredited)
David Eisen
as Photographer (uncredited)
Ted King
as Doctor (uncredited)
Casey MacGill
as Singer (uncredited)
Michael Mallory
as Seattle Reporter (uncredited)
Rick May
as Policeman (uncredited)
Allen Nause
as Reporter / Publicist / Photographer (uncredited)
Jayne Taini
as Nurse (uncredited)
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