Moonlight Cast
The cast of Moonlight.
Trevante Rhodes
as Black

Trevante Rhodes portrays the adult version of the protagonist, Chiron, also known as Black.

André Holland
as Kevin

André Holland plays Kevin, a friend from Chiron's past who reenters his life.

Janelle Monáe
as Teresa

Janelle Monáe takes on the role of Teresa, a nurturing figure who offers support to Chiron.

Ashton Sanders
as Chiron

Ashton Sanders embodies the teenage version of Chiron, the main character.

Jharrel Jerome
as Kevin Age 16

Jharrel Jerome plays Kevin during his adolescent years when he forms a bond with Chiron.

Alex R. Hibbert
as Little

Alex Hibbert portrays the younger version of Chiron, also known as Little.

Jaden Piner
as Kevin Age 9

Jaden Piner takes on the role of Kevin at a young age, during his childhood.

Tanisha Cidel
as Principal Williams

Tanisha Cidel plays Principal Williams, an authority figure at Chiron's school.

Naomie Harris
as Paula

Naomie Harris portrays Paula, Chiron's struggling and addicted mother.

Mahershala Ali
as Juan

Mahershala Ali plays Juan, a kind-hearted drug dealer who becomes a mentor to young Chiron.

Shariff Earp
as Terrence

Shariff Earp takes on the role of Terrence, a negative influence in Chiron's life.

Duan Sanderson
as Azu

Duan Sanderson portrays Azu, a friend of Chiron during his teenage years.

Herman 'Caheej' McGloun
as Longshoreman
Kamal Ani-Bellow
as Portable Boy 1
Keomi Givens
as Portable Boy 2
Eddie Blanchard
as Portable Boy 3
Rudi Goblen
as Gee
Edson Jean
as Mr. Pierce
Patrick Decile
as Terrel
Herveline Moncion
as Samantha
Fransley Hyppolite
as Pizzo
Jesus Mitchell
as Old School Guard
Larry Anderson
as Antwon
Stephon Bron
as Travis
Don Seward
as Tip
Justin Ebenhack
as Gang Member
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