Cast of Fright Night

Chris Sarandon portrays Jerry Dandrige, the charming and manipulative vampire who moves in next door to Charley Brewster, igniting the central conflict of the film.

William Ragsdale plays Charley Brewster, a teenager who becomes aware of the vampire living next door and seeks help from vampire expert Peter Vincent to defeat him.

Amanda Bearse takes on the role of Amy Peterson, Charley's girlfriend who gets caught in the dangerous situation involving Jerry Dandrige.

Roddy McDowall stars as Peter Vincent, a former horror movie star who now hosts a television show where he showcases classic horror films and is recruited by Charley to help battle the vampire.

Stephen Geoffreys portrays Evil Ed, Charley's best friend who becomes a victim of Jerry Dandrige and transforms into a vampire under his control.

Jonathan Stark plays Billy Cole, Jerry Dandrige's loyal companion who assists him in his malevolent schemes.

Dorothy Fielding appears as Judy Brewster, Charley's mother who becomes involved in the dangerous supernatural events unfolding in their neighborhood.

Art Evans portrays Detective Lennox, a police officer investigating the mysterious incidents occurring in the community.

Stewart Stern portrays the Cook, a minor character in the movie.

Nick Savage appears as Bouncer #1, one of the bouncers at a nightclub in the film.

Ernie Holmes plays Bouncer #2, the other bouncer at the nightclub.

Heidi Sorenson appears as the Hooker, a minor character in the movie.