The phrase "title role" refers to the main character in a play, movie, or book. It is the person who the story revolves around and whose name is in the title. Full definition
The actress, then 22, had signed up to play the oddly titled role of «future wife» in the low - budget and somewhat mysterious movie. (huffingtonpost.com)
Also from the UK is Daphne; a character study about a dissatisfied young woman in present - day London — featuring a superb performance from Emily Beecham in title role — that balances complex comedy and disarming drama and offers a refreshing portrait of contemporary womanhood. (screenanarchy.com)
Giovanni Ribisi set for title role in CBS» Sneaky Pete (Deadline). (nextprojection.com)