Summary
In a small coastal California town, Henry and Nicky are pals from blue collar families with only a short time before they ship off to World War II. Henry begins romancing new-to-town Caddie Winger, believing her to be wealthy. Mischievous and irresponsible, Nicky gets into trouble which forces the other two to become involved, testing their relationship, as well as the friendship between the boys.
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Cast
Sean Penn
Henry 'Hopper' Nash
Nicolas Cage
Nicky / Bud
Elizabeth McGovern
Caddie Winger
John Karlen
Mr. Nash
Rutanya Alda
Mrs. Nash
Max Showalter
Mr. Arthur, Piano Teacher
Crispin Glover
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Barbara Howard
Gatsby Girl
Bob Maroff
Al
Carol Kane
Annie the Hooker
John Brandon
Mr. Kaiser
Eve Brent
Mrs. Kaiser
Ted Grossman
Skating Soldier
Scott McGinnis
Michael
Kate Williamson
Mrs. Winger
Arnold Johnson
Tattoo Artist
Page Hannah
High School Girl
Michael Madsen
Frank
Dana Carvey
Baby Face
Victor Rendina
Mr. Luzzato
Rebecca Pollack
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Lou Butera
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Michael Talbott
Bill
Jan Rabson
Sailor (voice)
Michael Schoeffling
Amputee Soldier (uncredited)