Cast of Withnail & I

Richard E. Grant plays the character of Withnail, a charismatic but self-destructive actor struggling to find roles in 1969 London.

Paul McGann portrays the character known as I, a struggling young actor and the close friend of Withnail, whose real name is never mentioned in the movie.

Richard Griffiths takes on the role of Monty, the eccentric and wealthy uncle of Withnail who invites the pair to stay at his countryside cottage.

Ralph Brown plays Danny, a drug dealer and friend of Withnail and I, providing them with questionable substances throughout the film.

Michael Elphick portrays Jake, the volatile and hostile owner of a local pub who clashes with Withnail and I during their visit.

Daragh O'Malley appears as the Irishman, a mysterious figure encountered by Withnail and I on their journey into the countryside.

Michael Wardle plays Isaac Parkin, the simple-minded and eccentric farmer who provides an awkward encounter for Withnail and I.

Una Brandon-Jones portrays Mrs. Parkin, the elderly and confused mother of Isaac Parkin, who is unimpressed by the city dwellers in her home.

Noel Johnson plays the General, a military veteran who Withnail and I encounter in a pub and who shares stories of his past.

Irene Sutcliffe appears as the Waitress, a no-nonsense server at a tearoom where Withnail and I stop during their time in the countryside.

Llewellyn Rees portrays the Tea Shop Proprietor, a friendly but somewhat eccentric owner of a tearoom visited by Withnail and I.

Robert Oates plays Policeman 1, a member of the law enforcement who becomes involved in a comedic encounter with Withnail and I.