Cast:

Warren Beatty –

Made famous by his previous films such as ‘Splendour in the Grass’ (1961) and ‘All fall down’ in 1962, Warren Beatty was already a well known actor for his usual casting as a charmer. Being a producer on Bonnie and Clyde, Beatty set him self the role of Clyde as he wanted to distance himself from his usual roles.

Faye Dunaway –

despite acting in 2 films prior, as well as performing in theatres, ‘Bonnie and Clyde’ was Faye Dunaway’s Breakout role to stardom. Being hired by director, Arthur Penn, he was convinced she was right for the part.

Michael J. pollard –

Similar to Dunaway, he served minor roles in films and TV until his breakout with Bonnie and Clyde. Being a fairly young actor it has been said he was chosen for the role of CW Moss for the naïve nature and unique charm he brought to the character.

Gene Hackman –

Making his first on screen appearance as minor role in the 1964 film, Lilith, Gene Hackman proved to be a great actor in the eyes of Beatty, after this he gained his fame for his role as Clyde’s brother, Buck barrow along side Beatty. He would later go on to star in films such as ‘The French Connection’ and ‘A bridge too far’.

Estelle Parsons –

Before Bonnie and Clyde, Parsons had performed in minor roles in the films ‘The absent-minded professor’ and ‘Ladybug Ladybug’. She wouldn’t receive a role as a main protagonist however until Bonnie and Clyde in which she won an academy award for best supporting actress. This is probably the reason she was chosen for the role as her role as Bucks Wife, Blanche as her performances with other actors stands out.

Denver Pyle –

Staring in a plethora of ‘B’ movies from the 40’s all the way up until the late 50’s, Denver Pyle was most likely selected for his versatility through the numerous roles he played in the numerous amount of his films.

Dub Taylor –

Known previously for being a main role in the film ‘You can’t take it with you’, Taylor like Pyle stared in many ‘B’ films. He was most likely chosen for his old appearance as CW Moss’s father.

Gene Wilder –

Making his debut performance in Bonnie and Clyde, Gene Wilder portrayed good acting skills and demonstrated this on screen playing the frightened undertaker. Due to his unforgettable scenes he would later star as Willy Wonka in 1971.