The Hottest State

What happens when your first love is love itself?

A young actor from Texas tries to make it in New York while struggling in his relationship with a beautiful singer/songwriter.

Music Drama Romance

Mark Webber

(William Harding)

Catalina Sandino Moreno

(Sarah)

Sônia Braga

(Mrs. Garcia)

Ethan Hawke

(Vince)

Josh Zuckerman

(Decker)

Laura Linney

(Jesse)

Michelle Williams

(Samantha)

Daniel Ross Owens

(Young Vince (as Daniel Ross))

Glen Powell

(John Jagerman (as Glen Powell, Jr.))

Anne Clarke

(Young Jesse)

Cherami Leigh

(Danielle)

Jesse Harris

(Dave Afton)

Bill Dobrow

(Drummer)

Jon Fowler

(Bassist)

Guyora Kats

(Pianist/Accordian Player)

Nick McDonnel

(Artsy Guy)

Alexandra Daddario

(Kim)

Jonathan Marc Sherman

(Party Philosopher)

Richard Linklater

(John Wayne Enthusiast)

Ryan Hawke

(Williamsburg Hip Girl (as Ryan Shawhughes))

Iraida Polanco

(Proprietor)

Gabriel Rivera

(Guitar Player)

Greta Gaines

(Faye)

Frank Whaley

(Harris)

Lynn Cohen

(Harris's Mother)

John Patrick Shanley

(Priest)

Elissabeth Blofson

(Kissing Couple)

Ben Dickey

(Kissing Couple (as Benjamin Dickey))

Lara Theodos

(Waitress)