The lead character of "Grandfather" is played by veteran stage, screen and television actor Robert Prosky, who is best known for his role as Sgt. Jablonski in the hit TV series HILL STREET BLUES.

Mr. Prosky has also appeared in 30 feature films, including MRS. DOUBTFIRE, DEAD MAN WALKING, THE NATURAL, BROADCAST NEWS and HOFFA, and on a number of television series, most recently in VERONICA'S CLOSET and THE PRACTICE.

Mr. Prosky is also noted as an accomplished stage actor. He garnered Tony Award nominations for WALK IN THE WOODS and GLENGARRY, GLEN ROSS. Along with his Broadway performances, he has been a regular with the Arena Stage in Washington, D.C., and has appeared in stage productions throughout the world.

John Prosky

John Prosky, son of Robert Prosky, appears in the film as the mail carrier, Gordon, who turns out to be the only visitor Grandfather sees on his birthday. John plays recurring roles in television's CHICAGO HOPE and BEVERLY HILLS 90210. He also has been a co-star in FRASIER and had guest starring roles in BROOKLYN SOUTH, NYPD BLUE and STAR TREK DEEP SPACE NINE.

Along with stage roles at theaters around the country, John has appeared in movies such as BOWFINGER, THE NUTTY PROFESSOR, THE PHANTOM and LORDS OF DISCIPLINE.

Sally Wingert

A veteran stage and screen actress, Sally Wingert plays the role of Grandfather's neighbor, Kathy, in the film. Her previous film credits include THE STRAIGHT STORY, FARGO and UNTAMED HEART.

Sally has also made recent TV appearances in episodes of THE DREW CAREY SHOW and ALLY McBEAL. She has been a longtime member of the Guthrie Theatre company, appearing in a number of stage productions including KING LEAR, OLD TIMES, THE ROYAL FAMILY, THE PLAY'S THE THING and MACBETH.