White Nights Cast

Mikhail Baryshnikov portrays Nikolai 'Kolya' Rodchenko, a Soviet ballet dancer seeking asylum in the United States.

Gregory Hines plays Raymond Greenwood, an American tap dancer who helps Nikolai navigate his new life.

Isabella Rossellini takes on the role of Darya Greenwood, Raymond's wife who gets caught up in Nikolai's journey.

Helen Mirren portrays Galina Ivanova, Nikolai's former dance partner who has conflicting emotions about his defection.

Jerzy Skolimowski plays Colonel Chaiko, a Soviet officer tasked with bringing Nikolai back to the USSR.

Geraldine Page portrays Anne Wyatt, a government official involved in Nikolai's case.

John Glover plays Wynn Scott, a journalist who covers Nikolai's story.

Stefan Gryff takes on the role of Captain Kirigin, a military officer involved in the asylum process.

William Hootkins portrays Chuck Malarek, a reporter following Nikolai's story.

Shane Rimmer plays Ambassador Larry Smith, an official involved in the asylum negotiations.

Florence Faure portrays the Ballerina, whose death adds a layer of complexity to the story.

David Savile takes on the role of the Pilot, who plays a key part in Nikolai's journey to the US.