Cast
- Emilio Estevez as Kirby "Kirbo" Keager, a waiter at St. Elmo's Bar, and Kevin's roommate.
- Andrew McCarthy as Kevin Dolenz, a writer with a sullen streak.
- Rob Lowe as Billy Hicks, a "frat boy" and reluctant husband and father.
- Judd Nelson as Alec Newbury, a yuppie pursuing a career in politics.
- Ally Sheedy as Leslie Hunter, another yuppie, who wants to pursue a career as an architect.
- Demi Moore as Julianna "Jules" Van Patten, the "party girl" of the group.
- Mare Winningham as Wendy Beamish, a girl from a wealthy family and devoted to helping others.
The film also features Andie MacDowell as Dale Biberman, a hospital intern and the object of Kirby's affection.
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