Cheerful dwarf miner known for his distinctive hat and humor.
A cheerful and resourceful dwarf miner, known for his distinctive hat and quick wit.
Cheerful dwarf miner with a distinctive hat, part of Thorin's company.
Central figure in the initial pitch, serving as the male lead in the traditional boy-meets-girl narrative. His relationship with Rachel Bradley formed the core focus before additional couples were added to expand the storytelling potential.
A detective investigating the double murder. Initially suspects Chris based on a dream and Nola's diary, but after Chris admits to the affair while denying involvement in the killings, Banner agrees to keep the investigation discreet and closes the case.
DS Michael Broome is a detective haunted by an unsolved disappearance from years earlier. When another man vanishes on the same anniversary, he takes charge of the investigation, hoping to resolve the case and his own guilt while uncovering secrets that endanger Megan Pierce, Ray Levine, and those around them.
Jack is an Irish travel writer who once dreamed of becoming a great author but never wrote the novel he imagined. Suffering from writer's block, he joins Tom, Sarah, and Joost last and becomes one of Tom's principal companions during the pilgrimage and the journey to Muxía.
Ronnie is Damian and Anthony's father, who is responsible for protecting the family after their mother's death. He initially resolves to return the stolen money, but changes course when the robbers threaten the family's Christmas. He also develops an obvious attraction to Dorothy after speaking with her at school.
Joe Griffin is the eight-year-old brother who witnesses Alistair Little murder his sibling in 1975. As an adult, he remains consumed by grief and hatred, bringing a knife to a planned televised reconciliation and later attacking Alistair at the abandoned family home. After the confrontation, therapy helps him choose fatherhood and tell Alistair that their conflict is finished.
Stanley is Ellen's colleague and prospective business partner, connected to her cartooning career. He later develops a relationship with Cora after her painful disclosure and near-death experience, becoming a new romantic connection as she grows more confident about herself and what she wants from life.
A Roman tribune who opposes Coriolanus's rise to power. Fearing his military popularity will undermine the Senate, he conspires with Tribune Brutus to incite public unrest. He officially brands Coriolanus a traitor for his contemptuous words, leading to the general's banishment from Rome.
Cathal receives supernatural powers for one moon and is charged with hunting a particular boy, whom he must kill and no one else. Guided by Liam and authorized by Laird, he uses rituals, a summoned bird, sacrifices, and divination, but his desperation drives him to threaten both Fergal and Petronella.
James Nesbitt has 57 screen credits in a career dating back to 1984. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Middle-earth (Tolkien) with 3 titles. Signature works include The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, Run Away, Cold Feet. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 2 universes
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