Cast of Taps

George C. Scott plays General Harlan Bache, the head of the military academy who faces a dilemma when the institution is threatened with closure.

Timothy Hutton portrays Cadet Major Brian Moreland, one of the cadets who becomes increasingly involved in the conflict to save their academy.

Ronny Cox takes on the role of Colonel Kerby, a military official caught in the middle of the intense standoff at the academy.

Sean Penn plays Cadet Captain Alex Dwyer, a passionate and rebellious cadet navigating the escalating crisis at the academy.

Tom Cruise portrays Cadet Captain David Shawn, a dedicated cadet who finds himself torn between loyalty to the academy and the need to stand up for his beliefs.

Brendan Ward plays Charlie Auden, one of the cadets who supports the group's drastic actions to protect the academy.

Evan Handler portrays Edward West, a cadet involved in the conflict surrounding the academy's future.

John P. Navin, Jr. plays Derek Mellott, a cadet who faces tough decisions amidst the escalating tensions at the military academy.

Billy Van Zandt takes on the role of Bug, one of the cadets united in the fight to preserve the military academy.

Giancarlo Esposito portrays Cadet Captain J.C. Pierce, a cadet who becomes involved in the clash over the future of the academy.

Donald Kimmel plays Billy Harris, a cadet who stands alongside his fellow students in the battle to safeguard their beloved academy.

Timothy Wahrer portrays Cadet Major John Cooper, a cadet grappling with the complex moral choices arising from the crisis at the military academy.