The teenage son of a rural preacher becomes a huge Elvis-like rock 'n' roll star, but he has trouble adjusting to fame and success.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Tommy SandsVirgil Walker | Virgil Walker |
 Lili GentleLeora Easton | Leora Easton |
 Edmond O'BrienJoseph Sharkey | Joseph Sharkey |
 Nick AdamsC.K. Judd | C.K. Judd |
 John McIntireRev. Farley Walker | Rev. Farley Walker |
 Diane JergensPat Barry | Pat Barry |
 Josephine HutchinsonCaroline Walker | Caroline Walker |
 Jerry ParisArnold Fisher | Arnold Fisher |
| TTami ConnerGinnie | Ginnie |
 Regis ToomeyRev. Easton | Rev. Easton |
| AArt FordDisc Jockey | Disc Jockey |
| BBill RandleDisc Jockey | Disc Jockey |
| BBiff CollieDisc Jockey | Disc Jockey |
 Joey FayeMr. Baron (uncredited) | Mr. Baron (uncredited) |
 Kenner G. KempAirline Passenger (uncredited) | Airline Passenger (uncredited) |