Shining Through Cast
The cast of Shining Through.
Michael Douglas
as Ed Leland

Michael Douglas portrays Ed Leland, a mysterious American OSS officer who embarks on a dangerous mission in Nazi Germany.

Melanie Griffith
as Linda Voss

Melanie Griffith plays Linda Voss, a courageous American woman who becomes a spy for the Allies in Berlin.

Liam Neeson
as Franze-Otto Dietrich

Liam Neeson portrays Franze-Otto Dietrich, a conflicted Nazi officer who becomes entangled in Linda's dangerous mission.

Joely Richardson
as Margrete Von Eberstein

Joely Richardson takes on the role of Margrete Von Eberstein, a complex character involved in the espionage activities during the war.

John Gielgud
as Sunflower

John Gielgud portrays Sunflower, providing guidance and support to Linda Voss as she navigates the treacherous world of espionage.

Hansi Jochmann
as Hedda Drescher

Hansi Jochmann plays Hedda Drescher, a character involved in the intricate web of secrets and lies in wartime Berlin.

Mathieu Carrière
as Von Haefler

Mathieu Carrière portrays Von Haefler, adding depth to the narrative with his unique perspective and motivations.

Thomas Kretschmann
as Mann in Zürich

Thomas Kretschmann appears as Mann in Zürich, a mysterious figure who plays a pivotal role in the unfolding events.

Constanze Engelbrecht
as Stafson Von Neest

Constanze Engelbrecht takes on the role of Stafson Von Neest, a character who brings intrigue and complexity to the storyline.

Hans Martin Stier
as Taxifahrer

Hans Martin Stier appears as Taxifahrer, a character who adds a touch of authenticity to the wartime setting.

Michael Gempart
as Mann in der Kinderstrasse

Michael Gempart plays Mann in der Kinderstrasse, a character whose actions have unforeseen consequences for the protagonists.

Anthony Walters
as Dietrich's Son

Anthony Walters portrays Dietrich's Son, a pivotal character whose choices impact the lives of those around him.

Francis Guinan
as Andrew Berringer
Patrick Winczewski
as Fishmonger
Victoria Shalet
as Dietrich's Daughter
Sheila Allen
as Olga Leiner, Margrete's Mother
Stanley Beard
as Linda's Father
Sylvia Syms
as Linda's Mother
Ronald Nitschke
as Horst Drescher
Peter Flechtner
as S.S. Officer at Fish Market
Alexander Hauff
as S.S. Officer at Fish Market
Renate Cyll
as Woman in Fish Market
Dana Gladstone
as Street Agitator
Lorinne Vozoff
as Personnel Director
Deirdre Harrison
as USO Singer
Wolf Kahler
as Border Commandant
Wolfe Morris
as Male Translator
William Hope
as Kernohan
Nigel Whitmey
as 1st G.I. in Canteen
Rob Freeman
as 2nd G.I. in Canteen
Lisa Orgolini
as Girl in Canteen
Jay Benedict
as Wisecracker in War Room
Klaus Münster
as Cab Driver
Markus Napier
as S.S. Officer
Martin Hoppe
as German Soldier
Fritz Eggert
as German Soldier
Ludwig Haas
as Hitler
Clement von Franckenstein
as BBC Interviewer
Lorelei King
as Leland's New Secretary
Hans Martin Stier
as Truck Driver
Hana Maria Pravda
as Babysitter
Markus Kissling
as Swiss Border Guard
Anna Tzelniker
as Cleaning Woman
Andrzej Borkowski
as German Refugee
Simon De Deney
as S.S. Man
Tusse Silberg
as Woman Dinner Guest at Drescher's
Suzanne Roquette
as Woman Dinner Guest at Drescher's
Roy Alon
as Cook (uncredited)
Juliet Aubrey
as Brunette at Dance (uncredited)
Lucien Morgan
as Jock (uncredited)
Mary Ann Schmidt
as Women's Air Force Dancer (uncredited)
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