Sleepers Cast

Kevin Bacon plays the role of Sean Nokes, a sadistic guard at the Wilkinson Home for Boys who abuses the young boys placed there.

Robert De Niro portrays Father Bobby, a priest who supports the friends in seeking justice for the abuse they suffered.

Dustin Hoffman takes on the character of Danny Snyder, a defense attorney who helps the friends navigate the legal system.

Jason Patric stars as Lorenzo 'Shakes' Carcaterra, one of the friends who orchestrates a plan for revenge against their abusers.

Brad Pitt appears as Michael Sullivan, a journalist who helps cover the story of the friends' quest for justice.

Brad Renfro plays Young Michael Sullivan, the younger version of the character portrayed by Brad Pitt.

Minnie Driver portrays Carol Martinez, a friend who supports the group in their pursuit of justice and closure.

Billy Crudup takes on the role of Tommy Marcano, one of the friends seeking retribution for the abuse they suffered.

Ron Eldard stars as John Reilly, one of the four friends who bands together to seek revenge against their abusers.

Vittorio Gassman appears as King Benny, a local crime boss who aids the friends in their plan for retribution.

Terry Kinney plays the role of Ralph Ferguson, another guard at the juvenile reform school where the friends suffered abuse.

Bruno Kirby portrays Shakes' Father, showing the father-son relationship dynamics in the film.