Wes Anderson’s “Asteroid City” boasts an ensemble cast that brings together both new and familiar faces in the director’s universe. The film’s lineup features a blend of established and emerging talents, contributing to the unique charm of this retro-futuristic narrative.

Main Cast Members

1. Jason Schwartzman as Augie Steenbeck, a war photojournalist, and Jones Hall, the actor playing Steenbeck.
2. Scarlett Johansson as Midge Campbell, an actress, and mother to Dinah, and Mercedes Ford, the actress playing Campbell.
3. Tom Hanks as Stanley Zak, Augie’s father-in-law.
4. Jeffrey Wright as General Gibson, host of the Junior Stargazer convention.
5. Tilda Swinton as Dr. Hickenlooper, a scientist at a local observatory.
6. Bryan Cranston as the host of an anthology television series.
7. Edward Norton as Conrad Earp, a legendary playwright.
8. Adrien Brody as Schubert Green, a director.
9. Liev Schreiber as J.J. Kellogg, father of a Junior Stargazer awardee.
10. Hope Davis as Sandy Borden, mother of a Junior Stargazer awardee.
11. Stephen Park as Roger Cho, father of a Junior Stargazer awardee.
12. Rupert Friend as Montana, a singing cowboy.
13. Maya Hawke as June Douglas, a teacher.
14. Steve Carell as a motel manager.
15. Matt Dillon as a mechanic.
16. Hong Chau as Polly, Schubert’s wife.
17. Willem Dafoe as Saltzburg Keitel, an acting teacher.
18. Margot Robbie as Steenbeck’s deceased wife and Zak’s daughter, and the actress playing the wife.
19. Tony Revolori as Gen. Gibson’s aide-de-camp.
20. Jake Ryan as Woodrow, Augie’s son and Stanley’s grandson, and a Junior Stargazer winner.
21. Jeff Goldblum as the alien.

Supporting Cast

• Grace Edwards as Dinah, Midge’s daughter, and a Junior Stargazer awardee.
• Aristou Meehan as Clifford, J.J.’s son, and a Junior Stargazer awardee.
• Sophia Lillis as Shelly, Sandy’s daughter, and a Junior Stargazer awardee.
• Ethan Josh Lee as Ricky, Roger’s son, and a Junior Stargazer awardee.
• Kim Keukeleire as the puppeteer for the alien​​.

“Asteroid City” is not just a testament to Wes Anderson’s unique directorial vision but also a showcase of the remarkable talents of its cast. The diverse array of actors and their nuanced performances contribute significantly to the film’s captivating allure and storytelling depth.