Eccentric American heiress and fellow passenger
Aging Broadway star who initially takes in Eve as her assistant. Struggles with jealousy over aging and her relationship with director Bill. Eventually steps down from a lead role to marry Bill, marking her transition out of the theater spotlight.
A spoiled child vaudeville star who grows into an alcoholic, mentally unstable woman consumed by jealousy, resentment, and guilt. She abuses and confines her sister, attempts to revive her childhood act, kills Elvira, and ultimately learns the truth about the accident that shaped their lives.
Ambitious scientist's assistant seeking profit from alien powers and mind control technology.
Sara Müller is an American wife and mother who returns to the United States with Kurt Müller and their children after seventeen years in Europe. She seeks peaceful sanctuary for the family, faces the danger surrounding Kurt's resistance work, and resolves to remain brave when Joshua plans to leave in search of his father.
The spoiled, renowned beauty at the center of the story who marries Job Skeffington to save her brother, neglects her husband and daughter, and ultimately undergoes a profound transformation after losing her looks and wealth.
Agnes Hurley is a disillusioned housewife and Tom Hurley's wife. Wanting a better life for her daughter Jane, she seizes Jane's engagement as a chance to arrange the romantic, elaborate wedding she never had. Her priorities change when she realizes her family's happiness matters more than an expensive ceremony.
Charlotte Vale is the central character, an insecure woman controlled and emotionally abused by her mother. Under Dr. Jaquith's care, she transforms into a confident, independent woman, falls in love with Jeremiah 'Jerry' Duvaux Durrance, and later helps Christine 'Tina' Durrance recover by giving her affection and protection.
Libby Strong is an elderly widow and the more infirm of the two sisters. Her discomfort has contributed to a bitter, cold nature, and her resentment repeatedly stifles Sarah Webber’s attempts to make friendly overtures. During their summer in Maine, Libby reflects with Sarah on the jealousies and misunderstandings that damaged their lifelong relationship.
Stanley is one of Asa and Lavinia Timberlake's daughters and Roy's sister. Shortly before her wedding, she abandons Craig Fleming to elope with Peter Kingsmill, later suffers through their troubled marriage, and returns after Peter's suicide. Her drunk driving kills a child, and her attempt to blame Parry ends with her fleeing the police and dying in a car crash.
A destitute, alcoholic street peddler whose apples a local gangster believes bring him luck. She has been secretly sending money to her illegitimate daughter Louise in Europe under the alias Mrs. E. Worthington Manville. Reluctantly, she agrees to a scheme by Dave and Queenie to pose as a wealthy socialite and host a lavish reception to impress Louise and her European family before their departure.
Eddie's wife, who is paralyzed from the waist down after an accident with her lover. Despite her husband's past vulgarity, she describes him as deeply forgiving and the true meaning of love, which inspires Trask's final decision.
Bette Davis has 197 screen credits in a career dating back to 1931. Their work spans 5 cinematic universes — most prominently Breakdowns Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include All About Eve, Death on the Nile, What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 5 universes
Related entry on Wikidata (Q71206), public domain (CC0).
