Cast of The Whole Wide World

Vincent D'Onofrio portrays the character of Robert E. Howard, a prolific writer known for creating Conan the Barbarian.

Renée Zellweger plays Novalyne Price, a school teacher who forms a close relationship with writer Robert E. Howard.

Ann Wedgeworth takes on the role of Mrs. Howard, the mother of writer Robert E. Howard.

Harve Presnell portrays Dr. Howard, the father of writer Robert E. Howard.

Benjamin Mouton plays Clyde Smith, a friend of Novalyne Price.

Helen Cates portrays the character Enid.

Leslie Buesing plays the character Ethel.

Chris Shearer takes on the role of Truett.

Sandy Walper portrays the character Mammy.

Marion Eaton plays the Woman on Bus.

Dell Aldrich portrays Mrs. Hemphill.

Libby Villari plays Etna Reed Price.