A struggling sci-fi writer turned chauffeur who discovers signs of the impending apocalypse. He rescues his children, travels across the US, secures passage to the Himalayas, and ultimately helps save the Ark by dislodging a stuck tool.
The U.S. Marshal overseeing the prison transport, Agent Vince Larkin investigates the hijacking after receiving Cameron Poe’s warning. He follows the prisoners to Lerner Airfield, works with Poe against Cyrus "The Virus" Grissom, helps defend the authorities, and pursues the escaping convicts through Las Vegas.
Craig Schwartz is an unemployed puppeteer whose job as a file clerk leads him to discover the hidden portal into John Malkovich's mind. He exploits the portal, controls Malkovich for months, becomes a famous puppeteer, marries Maxine, and is ultimately trapped inside her daughter after losing control of the scheme.
Serves as battalion executive officer accompanying Tall. Given command of a small detachment tasked with flanking the Japanese bunker. Leads the successful assault that captures Hill 210.
Ex-cop turned limousine driver who arrives at the remote motel. He investigates the murders, discovers the killer is counting down, and learns he is actually a protective personality created by Malcolm Rivers. He confronts the murderous personality Rhodes and dies after revealing a shared memory.
Cynical and skeptical author of niche supernatural books who insists on staying in room 1408 despite severe warnings. He endures psychological torment, hallucinations of past victims, and his deceased daughter. After surviving the room's lethal trials and setting it on fire, he is rescued and reconciles with his estranged wife.
An ESPN producer who experiences a chance encounter with Sara Thomas at Bloomingdale's. Driven by mutual attraction and belief in fate, he engages in several experiments with Sara, including tossing a glove and an elevator test. Years later, despite being engaged to Halley, he travels to San Francisco to find Sara, ultimately calling off his wedding to pursue his true love.
A juror initially posing as Jeff Kerr, a law school dropout. He covertly manipulates jury deliberations to secure a plaintiff victory, rejecting the bribery scheme and directing the $15 million settlement to fund shooting victims. He is Marlee's partner and the trial's true mastermind.
A noble underachiever who falls in love with Diane Court. He has no plans for his future, lives with his sister, teaches Diane to drive, reconciles with her after their breakup, and accompanies her to England.
U.S. President during the late 1960s whose administration is noted for plotting to suppress the Black Panther Party, an action observed by Cecil Gaines.
Music executive who time travels to 1986 to reshape his life and career.
John Cusack has 137 screen credits in a career dating back to 1980. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Hot Tub Time Machine with 2 titles. Signature works include 2012, Con Air, Being John Malkovich. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 3 universes
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