: Joy (referred to as "Ma") has been held captive for seven years by a man named "Old Nick." Her five-year-old son, Jack, was born in captivity and believes the 10x10-foot room is the entire world. Ma eventually orchestrates a daring escape by having Jack "play dead" so their captor will remove him from the room.

: Won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of a mother determined to protect her child's innocence.

: Received widespread acclaim and several "Best Young Actor" awards for his role as the five-year-old son.