Paul Snider is a narcissistic, small time hustler who fancies himself a ladies man. His life changes when he meets Dorothy Stratten working behind the counter of a Dairy Queen. Under his guidance Dorothy grows to fame as a Playboy Playmate. But when Dorothy begins pursuing an acting career, the jealous Paul finds himself elbowed out of the picture by more famous men.
Mariel Hemingway
as Dorothy Stratten
Eric Roberts
as Paul Snider
Cliff Robertson
as Hugh Hefner
Carroll Baker
as Dorothy's Mum
Roger Rees
as Aram Nicholas
David Clennon
as Martin "Geb" Gebber
Josh Mostel
as Private Detective
Lisa Gordon
as Eileen
Sidney Miller
as Nightclub Owner
Keith Hefner
as Photographer
Tina Willson
as Bobo Weller
Shelly Ingram
as Betty
