cast of characters

• Ensemble ou liste de tous les personnages, rôles ou personnes impliqués dans une pièce, un film, un livre, ou toute situation ou événement réel.

A list or group of all the characters, roles, or people involved in a play, film, book, or any real-life situation or event.

1. List of Dramatis PersonaeB2formal

   A list of all the characters appearing in a play, film, or book.

   liste des personnages

   • The cast of characters for the play was printed in the program.
   • The novel begins with a detailed cast of characters.
   • The director introduced the cast of characters before the performance.

2. Group of People in a SituationB2informal

   A set of people involved in a particular event, organization, or situation.

   galerie de personnages

   • The cast of characters at the office includes some very eccentric people.
   • The political drama had a colorful cast of characters.
   • The family reunion brought together an interesting cast of characters.