Cast of Norma Rae

Sally Field portrays the title character, Norma Rae, a resilient textile worker who becomes a union activist fighting for the rights of her fellow employees.

Beau Bridges plays Sonny, Norma Rae's love interest and a compassionate supporter of her unionizing efforts in the factory.

Ron Leibman takes on the role of Reuben, a union organizer who helps Norma Rae in her fight for better working conditions.

Pat Hingle portrays Vernon, the factory manager who opposes Norma Rae's attempts at unionizing the workers.

Barbara Baxley appears as Leona, a fellow worker and friend of Norma Rae who joins her in the fight for labor rights.

Gail Strickland plays Bonnie Mae, another factory worker who supports Norma Rae's efforts to unionize and improve working conditions.

Morgan Paull is Wayne Billings, a colleague of Norma Rae who stands by her side as she takes on the management.

Robert Broyles portrays Sam Bolen, a factory worker who is influenced by Norma Rae's dedication to the union cause.

John Calvin appears as Ellis Harper, another worker in the textile factory who joins Norma Rae in the fight for labor rights.

Booth Colman plays Dr. Watson, a doctor who supports Norma Rae's cause and helps shed light on the health risks faced by the workers.

Lee de Broux is Lujan, a fellow worker who becomes involved in the union efforts led by Norma Rae.

James Luisi portrays George Benson, a figure of authority in the factory who is challenged by Norma Rae's determination to improve conditions for the workers.