In the 1988 film Cocktail, Tom Cruise plays Brian Flanagan, Bryan Brown plays Doug Coughlin, and Elisabeth Shue plays Jordan Mooney.
Main cast
- Brian FlanaganTom CruiseMain
- Doug CoughlinBryan BrownMain
- Jordan MooneyElisabeth ShueMain
Supporting cast
- BonnieLisa BanesSupp
- Mr. MooneyLaurence LuckinbillSupp
- KerryKelly LynchSupp
- Uncle PatRon DeanSupp
Guest & voice
- CoralGina GershonGuest
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About this cast
Cocktail (1988) is an American romantic drama film starring Tom Cruise as an ambitious bartender who rises to fame in New York and Jamaica. The cast features Cruise, Bryan Brown as his mentor Doug, and Elisabeth Shue as the love interest Jordan, alongside memorable supporting performances.
FAQs
Who plays Brian Flanagan in Cocktail?
Tom Cruise plays the lead role of Brian Flanagan.
Who plays Doug Coughlin in Cocktail?
Bryan Brown plays Doug Coughlin, Brian’s mentor and friend.
Who plays Jordan Mooney in Cocktail?
Elisabeth Shue plays Jordan Mooney, Brian’s love interest.
Who plays Bonnie in Cocktail?
Lisa Banes plays Bonnie, a character who works with the bartenders.
Is Cocktail based on a true story?
No, the film is based on a 1984 novel of the same name by Heywood Gould, which was inspired by his own experiences as a bartender.
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