American middle school science teacher and former molecular biologist who awakens from a coma on the interstellar spacecraft Hail Mary. He discovers the astrophage threat, partners with the alien Rocky to breed Taumoeba, and ultimately chooses to help the Eridians before returning to Earth.
A blade runner who uncovers a secret that threatens to destabilize society
Charismatic Deutsche Bank executive who uncovers the subprime bubble and acts as the primary liaison connecting various investors to the shorting opportunity.
Beach Ken, who is happiest when he is with Barbie and longs for a closer relationship with her. He stows away to the real world, learns about patriarchy, and leads the Kens in taking over Barbieland. After the Barbies regain power, he reconciles with Barbie and is encouraged to find an autonomous identity and purpose beyond her.
Noah Calhoun is a lumber mill worker who falls deeply in love with Allie Hamilton during the summer of 1940. After their separation, he writes to her daily, serves in World War II, restores Windsor Plantation, and reunites with her. Their enduring relationship remains the central romance of the story.
Former stunt double turned valet hired to find missing actor Tom Ryder. Uncovers a deepfake conspiracy framing him for a double's death. Reconciles with ex-girlfriend Jody, proves his innocence, and saves the film production.
Aspiring jazz pianist who has a road rage incident with Mia, gets fired from a restaurant gig for improvising, joins a pop band for steady income, misses Mia's play, drives to Nevada to urge her to audition, and eventually opens his own jazz club.
A charismatic womanizer who teaches Cal pickup techniques out of pity. He later meets Hannah, applies his usual seduction methods on her, and unexpectedly develops genuine feelings. He transforms from a player into a committed partner, seeks Cal's advice on relationships, and earns the family's blessing for his romance.
Holland March is a private investigator hired to locate Misty Mountains after Mrs. Glenn claims to have seen her posthumously. He reluctantly partners with Jackson Healy, follows the conspiracy surrounding Amelia's film, protects Holly, and helps expose the attempted suppression of the catalytic converter.
Dean is Cindy's husband and Frankie's father, a romantic high school dropout who paints houses and drinks and smokes heavily. He tries to keep Frankie cheerful, but his insecurity, lack of ambition, and aggressive behavior contribute to the couple's escalating marital breakdown.
A fellow war veteran and LAPD detective recruited by O'Mara to head the Squad. He develops a secret romance with Cohen's etiquette tutor, Grace Faraday, and attempts to help her escape the mobster with gangster Jack Whalen's assistance. He is wounded in the final shootout and continues his relationship with Faraday after Cohen's downfall.
An elite CIA black ops operative known as Sierra Six. Formerly a convicted killer recruited by Fitzroy, he operates in the shadows. After a Bangkok mission exposes CIA corruption, he goes on the run, protecting his niece Claire and evading mercenaries and assassins hired by his former colleagues.
Ryan Gosling has 87 screen credits in a career dating back to 1992. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Blade Runner with 1 titles. Signature works include Project Hail Mary, Blade Runner 2049, The Big Short. 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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