When he hears talk radio host Fran Ambrose discussing the topic of matricide, Norman calls in under a false name to tell his story.

Anthony Perkins
as Norman Bates

Henry Thomas
as Young Norman Bates

Olivia Hussey
as Norma Bates

CCH Pounder
as Fran Ambrose

Warren Frost
as Dr. Leo Richmond

Donna Mitchell
as Connie Bates

Thomas Schuster
as Chet Rudolph

Sharen Camille
as Holly

Bobbi Evors
as Gloria

John Landis
as Mike Calveccio