Full Metal Jacket Cast

Matthew Modine portrays Pvt. Joker, one of the Marine recruits whose journey and transformation are central to the film.

Adam Baldwin plays the role of Animal Mother, a tough and aggressive Marine known for his combat skills and attitude.

Vincent D'Onofrio portrays Pvt. Pyle, a troubled recruit who faces intense challenges during his training.

R. Lee Ermey is Gny. Sgt. Hartman, the merciless and hard-nosed drill instructor who pushes the recruits to their limits.

Dorian Harewood plays Eightball, one of the Marine recruits undergoing training alongside Pvt. Joker.

Arliss Howard portrays Pvt. Cowboy, a member of the group of Marine recruits led by Gny. Sgt. Hartman.

Kevyn Major Howard plays Rafterman, a combat photographer who accompanies the Marines into the war zone.

Ed O'Ross is Lt. Touchdown, an officer overseeing some of the operations during the Marines' deployment.

John Terry plays Lt. Lockhart, another officer responsible for commanding and guiding the Marine troops.

Bruce Boa portrays Poge Colonel, a senior officer within the Marine Corps involved in strategic decision-making.

Kieron Jecchinis plays Crazy Earl, a character within the Marine unit who adds to the diverse dynamics of the group.

Jon Stafford portrays Doc Jay, a medical corpsman providing support to the Marines during their missions.