Johnny Depp stars as Raoul Duke (Hunter S. Thompson) and Benicio del Toro as Dr. Gonzo in Terry Gilliam’s psychedelic journey ‘Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas‘.
Main cast
- Raoul DukeJohnny DeppMain
- Dr. GonzoBenicio del ToroMain
Supporting cast
- HitchhikerTobey MaguireSupp
- Waitress at North Star CafeEllen BarkinSupp
- LacerdaCraig BierkoSupp
- MinerMark HarmonSupp
- Blond Woman in Police CarCameron DiazSupp
- Reporter at Mint HotelKatherine HelmondSupp
- DoctorMichael J. PollardSupp
- Car Rental AgentFleaSupp
- Gravelly VoiceHunter S. ThompsonVoice
Guest & voice
- LucyChristina RicciGuest
- Bazooka WaiterHarry Dean StantonGuest
- A.C. CowanTim ThomersonGuest
- ConciergePenn JilletteGuest
- GolferLyle LovettGuest
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About this cast
Based on Hunter S. Thompson’s cult novel, ‘Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas’ follows journalist Raoul Duke and his attorney Dr. Gonzo on a drug-fueled trip to Las Vegas. Johnny Depp and Benicio del Toro lead an eccentric ensemble through a surreal exploration of the American Dream.
FAQs
Who plays Raoul Duke in Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas?
Johnny Depp portrays Raoul Duke, the Hunter S. Thompson stand-in.
Who plays Dr. Gonzo in Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas?
Benicio del Toro plays Dr. Gonzo, the eccentric attorney.
What is Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas about?
It follows journalist Raoul Duke and his attorney on a psychedelic journey to Las Vegas to cover a motorcycle race, but they get sidetracked by drugs and hallucinations.
Who directed Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas?
The film was directed by Terry Gilliam.
Does Hunter S. Thompson appear in the film?
Yes, he has a voice cameo as the gravelly voice of the narrator.
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