supporting cast
noun
: the actors in a play, film, or television show other than the main stars
a strong supporting cast
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The Frisco native has the talent, mindset and supporting cast to finally break through in Fort Worth.
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Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Apr. 2026
The supporting cast also includes Sophie Okonedo and Merritt Wever.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 15 Apr. 2026
Season 2's supporting cast is filled out by the Cannes winner and screen legend Song Kang-Ho, Oscar-winning Minari star Youn Yuh-jung, and Seoyeon Jang, who bring those tense bonds to life.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Apr. 2026
The superstar center and a ragtag supporting cast surged to a 23-point first-half lead on San Antonio.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 13 Apr. 2026
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Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Apr. 2026
The supporting cast also includes Sophie Okonedo and Merritt Wever.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 15 Apr. 2026
Season 2's supporting cast is filled out by the Cannes winner and screen legend Song Kang-Ho, Oscar-winning Minari star Youn Yuh-jung, and Seoyeon Jang, who bring those tense bonds to life.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Apr. 2026
The superstar center and a ragtag supporting cast surged to a 23-point first-half lead on San Antonio.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 13 Apr. 2026
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“Supporting cast.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/supporting%20cast. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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