"Cast" refers to a group of actors who perform in a play, movie, or television show. Each member of the cast portrays a specific character, contributing to the overall storytelling. The cast can vary in size, from a few actors in a small production to hundreds in a large film. In addition to actors, the term "cast" can also refer to the process of shaping materials, such as metal or plaster, into a specific form. This technique is commonly used in sculpture and manufacturing, where a mold is created to produce identical items or artistic pieces.