A conflict develops between a troubled Vietnam veteran and the sister he lives with when she becomes involved romantically with the army buddy who reminds him of the tragic battle they both survived.
Robert De Niro
as Joseph 'Jacknife' Megessey
Kathy Baker
as Martha Flannigan
Ed Harris
as David 'High School' Flannigan
Ivar Brogger
as Depot Mechanic
Jordan Lund
as Tiny
Charles S. Dutton
as Jake, Veteran Encounter Group Leader
Bruce Ramsay
as Corridor Student
Jessalyn Gilsig
as His Girlfriend
Josh Pais
as Rick
Gabrielle Carteris
as College Girl in Bar
Kirk Taylor
as Helicopter Gunner
George Gerdes
as Tony
