Cast
- Ian Michael Smith as Simon Birch
- Joseph Mazzello as Joe Wenteworth
- Jim Carrey as Adult Joe / Narrator
- Ashley Judd as Rebecca Wenteworth
- Oliver Platt as Ben Goodrich
- David Strathairn as Reverend Russell
- Dana Ivey as Grandmother Wenteworth
- Beatrice Winde as Hilde Grove
- Jan Hooks as Miss Leavey
- Cecilley Carroll as Marjorie
- Sumela-Rose Keramidopulos as Ann
- Sam Morton as Stuart
- John Mazzello as Simon Wenteworth
- Holly Dennison as Mrs. Birch
- Peter MacNeill as Mr. Birch
This was Smith's first and, to date, only role in film. He was chosen because of his small height caused by Morquio syndrome. His role in this film was suggested by a hospital worker in Chicago. After his parents read through the novel (A Prayer for Owen Meany) they agreed to let him work on the film. Sandra Bullock was originally cast for the role Ashley Judd was given.
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