starring

v. to have a specific person as the main actor in a film or show.

v. to feature a particular performer in a leading role. This sense is transitive and the subject is typically the production itself.

“The new action movie is starring a famous actor from the UK.”

“The studio released a teaser trailer for the upcoming drama starring several Academy Award winners in career-defining roles.”

adj. playing the most important part in a performance.

adj. performing the principal role in a theatrical or cinematic production. Often used as an attributive adjective before the noun.

“She finally got a starring role in a Broadway musical.”

“After years of minor appearances, the actress secured a starring role that catapulted her to international fame.”

n. the act of performing as the main character in a show.

n. the action or state of performing as a lead actor. Functions as a gerund in nominal positions.

“Her starring in that film made her a household name overnight.”

“The critic argued that his starring in such a controversial production was a bold move for his professional reputation.”

Formal