Heaven's Gate Cast
The cast of Heaven's Gate.
Kris Kristofferson
as James Averill

Kris Kristofferson portrays James Averill, a sheriff caught in the middle of a violent conflict in Heaven's Gate.

Christopher Walken
as Nathan D. Champion

Christopher Walken takes on the role of Nathan D. Champion, a key figure involved in the turbulent events of the film.

John Hurt
as Billy Irvine

John Hurt plays Billy Irvine, a character entangled in the complexities of the unfolding story in Heaven's Gate.

Sam Waterston
as Frank Canton

Sam Waterston embodies the character of Frank Canton, adding depth to the intricate web of relationships in the movie.

Brad Dourif
as Mr. Eggleston

Brad Dourif portrays Mr. Eggleston, a unique character who contributes to the rich tapestry of Heaven's Gate.

Isabelle Huppert
as Ella Watson

Isabelle Huppert brings to life the character of Ella Watson, adding a layer of complexity to the narrative of Heaven's Gate.

Joseph Cotten
as The Reverend Doctor

Joseph Cotten portrays The Reverend Doctor, a significant character in the Western drama of Heaven's Gate.

Jeff Bridges
as John L. Bridges

Jeff Bridges embodies John L. Bridges, playing a crucial role in the unfolding events depicted in Heaven's Gate.

Ronnie Hawkins
as Major Wolcott

Ronnie Hawkins takes on the character of Major Wolcott, contributing to the dynamic ensemble cast of Heaven's Gate.

Paul Koslo
as Mayor Charlie Lezak

Paul Koslo portrays Mayor Charlie Lezak, adding his unique touch to the diverse array of characters in Heaven's Gate.

Geoffrey Lewis
as Trapper Fred

Geoffrey Lewis portrays Trapper Fred, a distinctive character that weaves into the narrative of Heaven's Gate.

Richard Masur
as Cully

Richard Masur takes on the role of Cully, a character who plays a part in the unfolding drama of Heaven's Gate.

Rosie Vela
as Beautiful girl
Mary Catherine Wright
as Nell
Nicholas Woodeson
as Small man
Stefan Shcherby
as Big man
Waldemar Kalinowski
as Photographer
Terry O'Quinn
as Captain Minardi
Jack Conley
as Morrison
Margaret Benczk
as Mrs. Eggleston
Jim Knobeloch
as George Kopestonsky
Erika Petersen
as Mrs. Kopestonsky
Robin Bartlett
as Mrs. Lezak
Tom Noonan
as Jake
Marat Yusim
as Russian Merchant
Aivars Smits
as Michael Kovach
Gordana Rashovich
as Mrs. Kovach
Jarlath Conroy
as Mercenary in new suit
Allen Keller
as Dudley
Caroline Kava
as Stefka
Mady Kaplan
as Kathia
Anna Thomson
as Little Dot
Mickey Rourke
as Nick Ray
T Bone Burnett
as Heaven's Gate Band
Patricia Hodges
as Jessie
Kevin McClarnon
as Arapaho Brown
Kai Wulff
as German Merchant
Steven Majstorovic
as Czech Merchant
Gabriel Walsh
as Zindel's Clerk
Norton Buffalo
as Private
Jack Blessing
as Emigrant Boy
Jerry Sullivan
as Governor of Wyoming
Jerry McGee
as Heaven's Gate Band
Cleve Dupin
as Heaven's Gate Band
Stephen Bruton
as Heaven's Gate Band
Sean Hopper
as Heaven's Gate Band
David Mansfield
as John DeCory - Skating Violinist
David S. Cass Sr.
as Moustached Mercenary
Paul D'Amato
as Bearded Mercenary
Peter Osusky
as Peter
Ivan Kormanik
as Ivan
Michael Christensen
as Robert Steingart - Juggler
Anatoli Davydov
as Fighting Bulgarian Emigrant
Nina Gaidarova
as Bulgarian Emigrant's Wife
Wally McCleskey
as Chicken Fighter
Gary Vezane
as Canton's Bodyguard
H.P. Evetts
as Wolcott's Bodyguard
Bruce Morgan
as Miner - Mercenary
Bobby Faber
as Class Marshal - Harvard
Judi Trott
as Irvine's Girlfriend
Willem Dafoe
as Willy (uncredited)
Loyd Catlett
as Morrison's Sentry (uncredited)
Juli Erickson
as Refugee (uncredited)
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