The Cast of ‘Field of Dreams’: Where Are They Now?
What To Know
- Kevin Costner became a major Hollywood star after Field of Dreams.
- Amy Madigan has enjoyed a steady career in film, television, and theater, and remains married to actor Ed Harris.
- Timothy Busfield’s career has taken a dark turn.
The story of Iowa farmer Ray Kinsella, who is inspired by a disembodied voice in his cornfield to build a baseball diamond for the ghosts of players past, became one of the great sports films of the 1980s. The film’s magical realism captured the imagination of audiences as it connected them to their own histories and to their families in a heartwarming story about healing, reconciliation, and the enduring power of America’s pastime.
The cast of Field of Dreams is almost as iconic as the film itself. From Kevin Costner‘s earnest portrait of Ray to memorable turns by James Earl Jones, Ray Liotta, and Burt Lancaster, the ensemble helped elevate the fantasy into something timeless. Almost 40 years later, the players have all gone in different directions, so here is a look at where they are now.
Kevin Costner
Ray Kinsella
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After coasting through Hollywood in small parts such as a frat boy in Night Shift and a corpse in The Big Chill, Kevin Costner got his first major break as Jake in Lawrence Kasdan’s Silverado. Strong leading turns in The Untouchables, No Way Out, and Bull Durham followed, and his performance as Ray in Field of Dreams cemented him as an A-list star of the 1980s.
The 1990s brought even bigger blockbuster success, including his Academy Award winning work in Dances with Wolves and major roles in Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, The Bodyguard, and JFK.
In more recent years, Costner became known for his work as John Dutton in the Yellowstone franchise, but he has since shifted his focus back to film with his ambitious multi-part western saga Horizon: An American Saga, which marks his return to directing for the first time in two decades.
Costner is currently not married and has seven children from three different relationships.
Amy Madigan
Annie Kinsella
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As Annie Kinsella, Amy Madigan was the glue that held the farm together as Ray travels on his dreamquest. She broke out in the early 1980s with roles in Love Child and Walter Hill’s cult favorite Streets of Fire, and earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress for Twice in a Lifetime in 1985.
Madigan also appeared in high-profile films through the ’80s, including Uncle Buck and Places in the Heart, where she met husband Ed Harris.
In addition to film, Madigan has worked steadily in television with projects such as China Beach, HBO’s Carnivàle, Criminal Minds, Fringe, and numerous TV movies and limited series. She has also been active on the stage, earning critical praise for her theater work, including appearances on Broadway.
Recently, Madigan has picked up awards aplenty for her turn as Gladys in Zach Cregger‘s Weapons.
Amy Madigan has been married to fellow actor Ed Harris since November 21, 1983, and the couple has one daughter together.
Timothy Busfield
Mark
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Busfield was a well-known character actor before Field of Dreams, with roles in Revenge of the Nerds and the hit show thirtysomething before he nabbed the role of antagonist Mark.
Busfield stayed busy after Field of Dreams and has appeared in films and television shows such as The West Wing and Sleepy Hollow. He also became a successful director, working behind the camera on shows such as Without a Trace and The Night Shift, and won an Emmy for his work on thirtysomething. He married Little House on the Prairie star Melissa Gilbert, and they later settled in upstate New York.
In early 2026, Busfield became the subject of major legal news when he surrendered to authorities in Albuquerque, New Mexico, after a warrant was issued for his arrest on charges including child abuse and criminal sexual contact involving minors. Prosecutors allege inappropriate touching of two young boys who were child actors on the set of the TV series The Cleaning Lady where he was directing. He has denied the allegations and said he plans to fight the charges. He was ordered held without bond pending further court proceedings. The case is ongoing.
Gaby Hoffmann
Karin Kinsella
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Hoffmann was a popular child actor in the ’80s who made her debut in Field of Dreams as the daughter of Ray and Annie who almost choked to death on a hot dog. She also appeared in Uncle Buck (with Madigan again), This Is My Life, Sleepless in Seattle, and The Man Without a Face, and the coming-of-age ensemble Now and Then, among other projects.
After a hiatus, Hoffmann returns to acting with notable roles in films like Obvious Child and Wild, and the shows Girls and Transparent.
She recently starred in the Bruce Springsteen biopic Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere, where she portrays Adele Springsteen.
Hoffmann has a daughter with longtime partner cinematographer Chris Dapkins and lives in Brooklyn.
Frank Whaley
Archie Graham
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Whaley made his film debut in Ironweed before nabbing the role of young Archie Graham in Field of Dreams. He went on to appear in high-profile pics such as Born on the Fourth of July, The Freshman, Oliver Stone’s The Doors, and JFK (with Costner again). Most fans recognize him as Brett in Pulp Fiction, as well as his starring role in Swimming With Sharks.
Alongside acting, Whaley has built a respected career as a filmmaker. His directorial feature debut, Joe the King, earned the Waldo Salt Screenwriting Prize at the Sundance Film Festival, and he has continued to write and direct while appearing in stage productions and television roles.
Frank Whaley is married to actress and writer Heather Bucha Whaley and has two children together.
Dwier Brown
John Kinsella
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Apart from his role as Ray’s father in the tear-jerking moment in Field of Dreams, Brown also starred in the horror classic House, The Cutting Edge, and Gettysburg, as well as guest appearances on television series including Firefly, Criminal Minds, Ghost Whisperer, ER, and Rizzoli & Isles.
In 2014, he published a memoir titled If You Build It…, which reflects on father-son relationships and his Field of Dreams experience.
He is married to Laurie Lennon and has two children from a previous relationship.
Ray Liotta (d. 2022)
“Shoeless” Joe Jackson
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Best known for his intense and charismatic performances, most famously as Henry Hill in Martin Scorsese’s Goodfellas, Liotta lent his talent to “Shoeless Joe” Jackson in Field of Dreams. He also appeared in movies like Something Wild, Unlawful Entry, Cop Land, Hannibal, Blow, and John Q, and earned an Emmy Award for a guest role on ER.
Liotta died in his sleep on May 26, 2022, at age 67.
James Earl Jones (d. 2024)
Terence Mann
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One of the most celebrated actors of his generation, Jones was best known for his powerful stage presence and his unmistakable voice. He won major awards on Broadway, including Tony Awards for his work in The Great White Hope and Fences, and was widely recognized for his commanding performances in film and television. On screen, he voiced Darth Vader in the Star Wars franchise and Mufasa in The Lion King, and appeared in a wide range of films such as Coming to America and The Hunt for Red October. His deep, resonant voice and long body of work made him a cultural icon.
James Earl Jones died on September 9, 2024, at age 93.
Burt Lancaster
Dr. Archibald “Moonlight” Graham
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Burt Lancaster was one of the defining stars of classic Hollywood, known for his athletic charisma and later for his nuanced dramatic work. He rose to fame with The Killers in 1946 and went on to deliver acclaimed performances in films such as From Here to Eternity, Birdman of Alcatraz, and Elmer Gantry, the last of which earned him the Academy Award for Best Actor.
Lancaster died on October 20, 1994, at age 80 from a heart attack.
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