Cast of Sixteen Candles

Molly Ringwald portrays Samantha Baker, a high school sophomore whose family forgets her sixteenth birthday, leading her on a journey of self-discovery and teenage romance.

Michael Schoeffling plays Jake Ryan, the popular senior at school who becomes the object of Samantha's affection, demonstrating a complex and caring side beyond his initial image.

Haviland Morris embodies Caroline Mulford, the superficial and self-absorbed popular girl who is dating Jake Ryan, creating romantic complications in Samantha's life.

Gedde Watanabe plays Long Duk Dong, an exchange student from Japan whose character adds a comical and sometimes stereotypical element to the film.

Anthony Michael Hall portrays the Geek (Ted), a quirky and awkward freshman who provides comedic relief and awkward encounters throughout the movie.

Justin Henry plays Mike Baker, Samantha's protective older brother who struggles to navigate sibling relationships and understand his younger sister's feelings.

Paul Dooley embodies Jim Baker, Samantha's father who is caught up in the chaos of everyday life, including work and family dynamics, inadvertently forgetting her sixteenth birthday.

Carlin Glynn plays Brenda Baker, Samantha's mother who is preoccupied with household responsibilities and planning her older daughter's wedding, leading to oversights in Samantha's birthday.

Blanche Baker portrays Ginny Baker, Samantha's spoiled and self-centered older sister who is oblivious to her sister's feelings and experiences within the family.

Edward Andrews plays Howard Baker, Samantha's grandfather who adds a touch of traditionalism and humor to the family dynamics and interactions in the film.

Billie Bird portrays Dorothy Baker, Samantha's quirky and forgetful grandmother whose antics add a light-hearted and comedic element to the family scenes in the movie.

Carole Cook plays Grandma Helen, Jake Ryan's grandmother, who brings wisdom and warmth to the characters and contributes to the storyline's resolution in a heartwarming manner.