Eli5: why do only some actors get the prefix “with” in a movie.

Question

I just finished Glass Onion and at the end credits it had all the actors who were in it but only Kate Hudson and Dave Batista had the prefix of “with” before their name. Is there a reason why only they get it?

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Answer 1

In short it’s an acknowledgment of status…

Usually, a huge/popular star who has and can lead in their own films… Performing in a small, supportive role that without a large and talented cast they would otherwise never consider.