Cast of Parenthood

Steve Martin plays Gil Buckman, a father dealing with the pressures of parenting while trying to manage his own life.

Mary Steenburgen portrays Karen Buckman, Gil's supportive wife who navigates the ups and downs of raising their children.

Dianne Wiest acts as Helen Buckman Lampkin Bowman, Gil's sister who faces her own struggles with her family.

Jason Robards plays Frank Buckman, the patriarch of the Buckman family who offers wisdom based on his life experiences.

Rick Moranis depicts Nathan Huffner, a close friend of the family who provides comic relief and insight into parenting.

Tom Hulce portrays Larry Buckman, the free-spirited brother who challenges traditional views on family and responsibility.

Martha Plimpton plays Julie Buckman-Lampkin Higgins, Gil's daughter who faces the typical challenges of adolescence.

Keanu Reeves portrays Tod Higgins, Julie's boyfriend who brings a different perspective to relationships in the family.

Harley Jane Kozak acts as Susan Buckman, Gil's other daughter who also faces her own challenges in a complex family setting.

Joaquin Phoenix plays Garry Buckman-Lampkin, one of the younger members of the Buckman family whose future is uncertain.

Dennis Dugan portrays David Brodsky, a character who interacts closely with the Buckman family and adds to the family dynamics.

Eileen Ryan plays Marilyn Buckman, the matriarch who offers another layer of wisdom and complexity to the family interactions.