Jungle Fever Cast
The cast of Jungle Fever.
Wesley Snipes
as Flipper Purify

Wesley Snipes portrays Flipper Purify, an African American architect who enters into an affair with his Italian American secretary.

Annabella Sciorra
as Angie Tucci

Annabella Sciorra plays Angie Tucci, Flipper Purify's Italian American secretary with whom he has an extramarital affair.

Spike Lee
as Cyrus

Spike Lee appears as Cyrus, the brother of Flipper Purify, who is critical of Flipper's relationship with Angie.

Ossie Davis
as Reverend Purify

Ossie Davis portrays Reverend Purify, Flipper's father who disapproves of his son's affair and the repercussions it has on the family.

Ruby Dee
as Lucinda Purify

Ruby Dee plays Lucinda Purify, the mother of Flipper, who also expresses her disapproval and concerns regarding his relationship.

Samuel L. Jackson
as Gator Purify

Samuel L. Jackson is Gator Purify, the troubled brother of Flipper who struggles with drug addiction and family dynamics.

Lonette McKee
as Drew

Lonette McKee appears as Drew, Flipper's wife who discovers his infidelity and has to come to terms with the situation.

John Turturro
as Pauline Carbone

John Turturro plays Pauline Carbone, Angie Tucci's boyfriend who becomes resentful upon discovering her affair with Flipper Purify.

Frank Vincent
as Mike Tucci

Frank Vincent portrays Mike Tucci, Angie's father who is displeased with her relationship with Flipper and the ensuing drama.

Anthony Quinn
as Lou Carbone

Anthony Quinn plays Lou Carbone, Pauline's father who also reacts negatively to the interracial relationship unfolding.

Halle Berry
as Vivian

Halle Berry appears as Vivian, a friend of Angie Tucci who provides support and perspective during the tumultuous times.

Tyra Ferrell
as Orin Goode

Tyra Ferrell portrays Orin Goode, an activist and friend of Flipper Purify who advocates for racial equality and social justice.

Veronica Webb
as Vera
Veronica Timbers
as Ming
David Dundara
as Charlie Tucci
Michael Imperioli
as James Tucci
Nicholas Turturro
as Vinny
Steven Randazzo
as Sonny
Joseph D'Onofrio
as Patty
Michael Badalucco
as Frankie Botz
Anthony Nocerino
as Veeshay
Debi Mazar
as Denise
Gina Mastrogiacomo
as Louise
Tim Robbins
as Jerry
Brad Dourif
as Leslie
Phyllis Yvonne Stickney
as Nilda
Theresa Randle
as Inez
Pamala Tyson
as Angela
Rick Aiello
as Officer Long
Miguel Sandoval
as Officer Ponte
Charlie Murphy
as Livin' Large
Talese Harris
as Iris
Averell Curtle
as Young Panhandler
Melvin Bethea
as Drug Dealer
Ewart Lauder
as Drug Dealer
Randolph May
as Man in Crack Den
El-Shah Muhammad
as Gentleman in Wheelchair
Suzanna White
as Church Lady
Danielle Coleman
as Woman Panhandler
Marilyn Nelson
as Crack Lady
Bob Adrian
as Man on the Street
Doug E. Doug
as Friend of Livin' Large
Scot Anthony Robinson
as 2nd Friend of Livin' Large
Frank Esposito
as Frankie, Denise's Brother
Joseph Giammarino
as Boy in Candy Store
Shawn Lowenthal
as 2nd Boy in Candy Store
Queen Latifah
as Lashawn
Curtis Atkins
as Paperboy
Yvette Brooks
as Mouth #1
Mamie Louise Anderson
as Mouth #2
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