Cast of The Killing Fields

Haing S. Ngor portrays Dith Pran, a Cambodian journalist who becomes a victim of the Khmer Rouge regime and later escapes to tell his story. Ngor's role earned him an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.

Sam Waterston plays Sydney Schanberg, a New York Times correspondent who works alongside Dith Pran in Cambodia during the turbulent times of the Khmer Rouge.

John Malkovich takes on the role of Al Rockoff, a photojournalist who also covers the events in Cambodia and forms a close bond with Sydney Schanberg.

Julian Sands portrays Jon Swain, a British journalist who is part of the press corps covering the unfolding tragedy in Cambodia.

Craig T. Nelson appears as the Military Attache, a character involved in the political and military aspects of the crisis in Cambodia.

Spalding Gray plays the U.S. Consul, a diplomatic figure who interacts with the journalists and attempts to navigate the complex situation in Cambodia.

Bill Paterson portrays Dr. MacEntire, a medical professional who plays a role in the events surrounding Dith Pran's escape and survival.

Athol Fugard takes on the role of Dr. Sundesval, a character involved in the medical and humanitarian efforts in Cambodia during the Khmer Rouge regime.

Graham Kennedy appears as Dougal, a supporting character in the film who interacts with the journalists as they cover the unfolding events in Cambodia.

Katherine Krapum Chey plays Ser Moeum, Dith Pran's wife, who experiences the challenges of living under the oppressive Khmer Rouge regime.

Oliver Pierpaoli portrays Titony, Dith Pran's son, who faces the hardships of life in war-torn Cambodia alongside his family.

Edward Entero Chey appears as Sarun, a character connected to Dith Pran's story, offering insights into the impact of the Khmer Rouge regime on families.