A family man whose story intersects with Cindy's during an alien invasion and personal crisis.
The arrogant, destructive reigning heavyweight champion who has reportedly killed two men in the ring. He underestimates Braddock and publicly taunts his wife, but is ultimately defeated in a historic upset to become the new champion.
The central protagonist, a computer-enterprise heir and protégé who becomes the primary suspect in a murder. He investigates a hidden message through a virtual reality system, discovers that his own world is simulated, and ultimately awakens in the real world.
Duke's hired photographer for the Mint 400 motorcycle race. He accompanies Duke to the track but is dismissed when Duke's drug-induced paranoia leads him to falsely believe they are in a battlefield.
A former lover of Charly and a psychological-operations specialist who orchestrates the kidnapping of Caitlin. He reveals himself as the biological father but remains ruthless, locking Charly and Caitlin in a freezer. He is ultimately killed when his helicopter is destroyed during the bomb detonation.
Mac is Lydia's lover and partner in the attempted murder of Teddy. Lydia presents him to the trio as a terminally ill man seeking help, but their bungled attack leaves him hospitalized. He later pursues the trio, carries a gun, confesses Lydia's involvement, and is arrested.
Walt is Samantha's father, living among decades of accumulated possessions and insisting on his own slow method of decluttering. His conversations with Samantha reveal tension, affection, and unresolved family history, including his secret decision to have her baptized. He later discusses her music and encourages her to consider what might come next.
Alex's father and a probation officer for teens. Initiates a partnership deal between Alex and Brad to help Alex pursue his running dream despite his blindness.
Tillie's deceased father, Daniel appears in childhood memories and later as a spirit. He encouraged young Tillie to take pride in being a goalie, told her that ghosts come from powerful emotions and unfinished business, and promised to remain there for her. After his death, he appears to Frankie and argues with her about how she viewed his accomplishments.
Peter is one of Robert's married friends, though he and Susan are divorced and still live together while caring for their children. During the terrace conversation, he insists that he would not abandon Susan and the children. His unusual family arrangement gives Robert another example of how marriage and closeness can take different forms.
Craig Bierko has 58 screen credits in a career dating back to 1982. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Scary Movie pentalogy with 1 titles. Signature works include Scary Movie 4, Cinderella Man, The Thirteenth Floor. 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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