The film revolves around the lives of three sisters – played by Fay Ripley, Claire Rushbrook, and Lindsey Coulson – who live in Stretford, Greater Manchester, England.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Fay RipleyDonna Massey Brent | Donna Massey Brent |
 Claire RushbrookElaine Massey Simmons | Elaine Massey Simmons |
 Lindsey CoulsonLynda Massey Richards | Lynda Massey Richards |
 Rita TushinghamMarilyn Massey | Marilyn Massey |
 Mark FrostBilly Brent | Billy Brent |
 Joe DixonDave McCarthy | Dave McCarthy |
 Adrian RawlinsFrank Foster | Frank Foster |
 Joanne FroggattDawn Richards | Dawn Richards |
 Nicholas SidiPaul Simmons | Paul Simmons |
 Andrew DunnRick Richards | Rick Richards |