Jeff Bridges plays the role of Starman, also known as Scott Hayden, an alien visitor who assumes the likeness of Jenny's deceased husband.
Karen Allen portrays Jenny Hayden, a grieving widow who opens her heart to the alien entity that takes on the appearance of her late husband.
Charles Martin Smith plays the character of Mark Shermin, a scientist who becomes involved in the government's pursuit of Starman.
Richard Jaeckel takes on the role of George Fox, a government agent tasked with tracking down Starman.
Robert Phalen portrays Major Bell, a military officer involved in the search for the alien visitor.
Tony Edwards plays the character of Sergeant Lemon, a member of the military team pursuing Starman.
John Walter Davis portrays Brad Heinmuller, a character caught up in the events surrounding Starman's arrival on Earth.
Ted White takes on the role of Deer Hunter, a character encountered by Starman during his journey.
Dirk Blocker plays Cop #1, one of the police officers encountered by Starman and Jenny.
M.C. Gainey portrays Cop #2, another police officer involved in the pursuit of Starman.
Sean Stanek plays the Hot Rodder, a character who has a brief encounter with Starman.
George Buck Flower portrays the Cook, a minor character in the film.
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