Derek — The Killing of Two Lovers Character Profile

About Derek

Derek is Nikki's coworker and new romantic partner. He becomes increasingly confrontational with David, eventually brutally beating him and asserting his claim over Nikki. His aggressive actions escalate the central conflict before a tragic climax resolves the love triangle.

Character Facts

Played by

Chris Coy

Appears in

The Killing of Two Lovers (2021)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (4)

• Derek — Conflict Rival — David (Clayne Crawford)

  Former husband and current partner locked in a bitter rivalry over Nikki.

• Derek — Family Stepfather Figure — Alex (Arri Graham)

  Mother's new partner attempting to assume a paternal role, met with resistance.

• Derek — Family Stepfather Figure — Theo (Ezra Graham)

  Mother's new partner navigating awkward interactions with the middle son.

• Derek — Family Stepfather Figure — Bug (Jonah Graham)

  Mother's new partner attempting to integrate into the youngest son's life.

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More characters from The Killing of Two Lovers

• David (Clayne Crawford)
• Niki (Sepideh Moafi)
• Jesse (Avery Pizzuto)
• Alex (Arri Graham)
• Theo (Ezra Graham)
• Mrs. Staples (Barbara Whinnery)
• Dad (Bruce Graham)
• Bug (Jonah Graham)
• Hardware Store Salesman (Noah Kershisnik)
• Hobby Town Salesman (John Billings)
• Dawnell (Nicole Hawkins)
• Neighbor (Jeremy Davis)