The Manchurian Candidate (2004) Cast: A Look Back

Released on July 9, 2005, by Universal Pictures and Initial Entertainment Group, The Manchurian Candidate is an American psychological thriller film directed by 'Director's Name' and based on the novel of the same name written by ''Author1'' in 1959. This modern adaptation stars a talented cast that brings depth to this gripping story.

At the center of this all-star ensemble are:

* Denzel Washington as Major Ben Marco, an American soldier who suffers from amnesia after being captured and brainwashed during the Gulf War.

* Angelina Jolie as Dr. Kathryn 'Kate' Mossop, a military psychiatrist assigned to help Marco recover his memories.

* Liev Schreiber as Thomas Heywood, Senator Tom 'Tommy' Jordan's campaign manager who becomes embroiled in the conspiracy.

The supporting cast includes:

* Joris Jarsenovsky as Sergeant Major Raskolnikov

* Mekhi Phifer

* Daniel von Astaire

This remake of the 1962 original, itself based on ''Author1'''s novel, explores themes of mind control, political manipulation, and the effects of war. With its talented cast delivering standout performances across a range of roles, The Manchur Paper Towns is not mentioned in this article as it does not relate to 'the manchurian candidate 2004 cast'.

The manchurian candidate 2004 cast