I Ought to Be in Pictures Cast

Walter Matthau plays Herbert Tucker, a down-and-out screenwriter in Hollywood who is confronted by his daughter after years of absence.

Ann-Margret portrays Steffy Blondell, Herbert's daughter who shows up on his doorstep wanting to be a part of his life.

Dinah Manoff takes on the role of Libby Tucker, Herbert's ex-wife who abandoned him and their daughter years before.

Lance Guest plays Gordon, a young man who becomes romantically involved with Steffy and gets caught up in the Tucker family drama.

Michael Dudikoff appears as the Boy on the bus in a small but memorable role in the film.

Calvin Ander portrays the Rabbi in a brief appearance in the movie.

Shelby Balik takes on the role of Shelley, a character involved in Herbert's Hollywood circle.

Larry Barton plays Harry in a supporting role in the film.

Eugene Butler portrays Marty, a character connected to Herbert's past in the film.

Bill Cross appears as the Truck Driver in a small role in the movie.

Gillian Farrell plays the Waitress in a brief appearance during a scene in the film.

David Faustino appears as Martin, a character in the Hollywood setting of the film.