Nicole Kidman portrays Suzanne Stone, a manipulative and fame-hungry weather reporter who will do whatever it takes to achieve her dreams.
Matt Dillon plays Larry Maretto, Suzanne's unsuspecting and supportive husband who becomes entangled in her sinister plans.
Joaquin Phoenix portrays Jimmy Emmett, a troubled and infatuated teenager who gets involved in Suzanne's devious scheme.
Casey Affleck takes on the role of Russel Hines, a young student who becomes a pawn in Suzanne's manipulative games.
Illeana Douglas plays Janice Maretto, Larry's sister who starts to suspect Suzanne's true motivations.
Alison Folland portrays Lydia Mertz, a shy and impressionable teenager who becomes a key player in Suzanne's plans.
Dan Hedaya plays Joe Maretto, Larry and Janice's protective father who becomes increasingly suspicious of Suzanne.
Wayne Knight takes on the role of Ed Grant, a bumbling local TV station manager who inadvertently aids Suzanne in her quest for fame.
Kurtwood Smith portrays Earl Stone, Suzanne's disapproving father who questions her relentless pursuit of stardom.
Holland Taylor plays Carol Stone, Suzanne's supportive and proud mother who becomes conflicted as Suzanne's actions escalate.
Susan Traylor portrays Faye Stone, Suzanne's sister who watches in both awe and horror as Suzanne's ambitions grow darker.
Maria Tucci plays Angela Maretto, Larry and Janice's worrying mother who becomes increasingly concerned about Suzanne's influence.
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