Songwriter Cast
The cast of Songwriter.
Willie Nelson
as Doc Jenkins

Willie Nelson portrays Doc Jenkins, a country music singer-songwriter who faces various challenges in the music industry.

Kris Kristofferson
as Blackie Buck

Kris Kristofferson plays the role of Blackie Buck, a key figure in Doc Jenkins' life and the music business.

Melinda Dillon
as Honey Carder

Melinda Dillon embodies the character Honey Carder, who plays a significant role in Doc Jenkins' journey as a songwriter.

Rip Torn
as Dino McLeish

Rip Torn takes on the character of Dino McLeish, a pivotal individual in Doc Jenkins' career and personal life.

Lesley Ann Warren
as Gilda

Lesley Ann Warren portrays Gilda, a character who contributes to the twists and turns in Doc Jenkins' story.

Mickey Raphael
as Arly / Harmonica (Gilda's Band)

Mickey Raphael brings to life the dual roles of Arly and Harmonica (Gilda's Band), adding depth to the musical narrative.

Rhonda Dotson
as Corkie

Rhonda Dotson plays Corkie, a character who interacts with the central figures in the music industry.

Richard C. Sarafian
as Rodeo Rocky

Richard C. Sarafian embodies Rodeo Rocky, a supporting character in the journey of the main protagonist.

Robert Gould
as Ralph

Robert Gould takes on the role of Ralph, providing additional support to the storyline.

Sage Parker
as Pattie McLeish

Sage Parker portrays Pattie McLeish, a character entwined in the complexities of the music world.

Shannon Wilcox
as Anita

Shannon Wilcox plays the character Anita, adding layers to the interconnected relationships within the film.

Jeff MacKay
as Hogan

Jeff MacKay embodies the character Hogan, bringing a unique perspective to the narrative of Songwriter.

Gailard Sartain
as Mulreaux
Stephen Bruton
as Sam / Roarers Band
Glen Clark
as Paul / Roarers Band
Cleve Dupin
as Road Manager
B.C. Cooper
as Cooper
Poodie Locke
as Purvis
Joe Keyes
as Eddie
Amanda Bishop
as Daughter #1
Kristin Renfro
as Daughter #2
Sammy Allred
as Disc Jockey
William Boyd
as Blind Tommy's Brother
Steven Fromholz
as Engineer
Johnny Gimble
as Fiddle Player
Eloise DeJoria
as Girl on Bus
Kate Cadenhead
as Groupie
Chase Masterson
as Little Girl in Bed
Joe Gallien
as Electronics Engineer
Gates Moore
as First Concert Hall Manager
Larry Gorham
as Concert Hall Manager
Jackie King
as Guitar Player
Catherine Molloy
as Doc's Girlfriend
Bobby Rambo
as Party Guest
Michael Reesburg
as Roarer Roadie
John Shaw
as Cashier
Pete Stauber
as Vacuum Cleaner Salesman
Larry Trader
as Golf Roadie
Priscilla Dougherty
as Incredulous Woman
Bobbie Nelson
as Piano (Gilda's Band)
Paul English
as Drums (Gilda's Band)
Bee Spears
as Bass (Gilda's Band)
Jody Payne
as Guitar (Gilda's Band)
Grady Martin
as Guitar (Gilda's Band)
Booker T. Jones
as Keyboard (Gilda's Band)
Billy Swan
as Roarers Band
Donnie Fritts
as Roarers Band
Sammy Creason
as Roarers Band
Tommy McClure
as Roarers Band
Brad Baker
as Bar Patron (uncredited)
Cara Giallanza
as Girl at Party (uncredited)
Titos Menchaca
as Bodyguard (uncredited)
Angela Duffy Peace
as Honey's 4-Year-Old (uncredited)
John Edwin Shaw
as Manager (uncredited)
Tommy Tomlinson
as Cab Driver (uncredited)
J. David Wayne
as Stagehand (uncredited)
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