Los Angeles, Dec. 18 -- Thirty years after the release of the 1995 drama 'Showgirls', Kyle MacLachlan has praised his former co-star Elizabeth Berkley for finally receiving recognition for her performance in the cult classic.

MacLachlan said, "It's really nice to see Elizabeth get some credit and sort of relish in this newfound love for the film," the 'Fallout' star told People.

Helmed by director Paul Verhoeven, the movie told the story of a young woman who makes her way to Las Vegas where she has aspirations of making it as a showgirl and dancer.

Berkley starred as ambitious drifter Nomi Malone, while MacLachlan played seedy casino entertainment director Zack Carey, alongside Gina Gershon as Cristal Connors. At the time of release, B...