Cast of Murder in the First

Christian Slater plays James Stamphill, a young public defender who takes on the case of Henri Young, a prisoner who was abused at Alcatraz.

Kevin Bacon portrays Henri Young, a convict who becomes the center of a legal battle after taking justice into his own hands.

Gary Oldman takes on the role of Glenn, a fellow inmate at Alcatraz who befriends Henri Young.

Embeth Davidtz plays Mary McCasslin, a woman who becomes involved with James Stamphill during the legal proceedings.

William H. Macy portrays Bill McNeill, a prosecutor involved in the case against Henri Young.

Stephen Tobolowsky plays Mr. Henkin, a key figure in the legal proceedings surrounding Henri Young's case.

Brad Dourif portrays Byron Stamphill, James Stamphill's father.

Kyra Sedgwick takes on the role of Blanche, a woman connected to Henri Young's past.

Mia Kirshner plays Rosetta Young, Henri Young's sister.

R. Lee Ermey portrays Judge Clawson, a key figure in the legal proceedings regarding Henri Young's case.

Stefan Gierasch plays Warden James Humson, the head of Alcatraz prison.

Mary Mackey portrays Prison Guard's Wife, a character connected to the prison staff at Alcatraz.