The 1999 film ‘The Green Mile‘ stars Tom Hanks as Paul Edgecomb, Michael Clarke Duncan as John Coffey, and David Morse as Brutus ‘Brutal’ Howell.
Main cast
- Paul EdgecombTom HanksMain
- John CoffeyMichael Clarke DuncanMain
- Brutus ‘Brutal’ HowellDavid MorseMain
- Jan EdgecombBonnie HuntMain
- Warden Hal MooresJames CromwellMain
Supporting cast
- Percy WetmoreDoug HutchisonSupp
- Harry TerwilligerJeffrey DeMunnSupp
- Dean StantonBarry PepperSupp
- Eduard ‘Del’ DelacroixMichael JeterSupp
- William ‘Wild Bill’ WhartonSam RockwellSupp
Guest & voice
- Old Paul Edgecomb (narrator)Dabbs GreerGuest
- Melinda MooresPatricia ClarksonGuest
- Toot-TootHarry Dean StantonGuest
- Jack (the guard)Bill McKinneyGuest
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About this cast
‘The Green Mile’ is a 1999 American prison drama film based on Stephen King’s novel. It follows death row corrections officer Paul Edgecomb (Tom Hanks) and his encounters with the gentle giant John Coffey (Michael Clarke Duncan), who possesses miraculous healing powers. The film’s ensemble cast includes David Morse, Bonnie Hunt, and James Cromwell.
FAQs
Who plays Paul Edgecomb in ‘The Green Mile’?
Tom Hanks plays the lead role of Paul Edgecomb, the corrections officer on death row.
Who plays John Coffey in ‘The Green Mile’?
Michael Clarke Duncan plays John Coffey, the gentle giant with healing abilities.
Is ‘The Green Mile’ based on a book?
Yes, it is based on Stephen King’s 1996 serial novel of the same name.
Did ‘The Green Mile’ win any Oscars?
It was nominated for four Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Supporting Actor for Michael Clarke Duncan, but did not win any.
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