Local guide who leads Ursula through the jungle.
John Shaft's father and JJ's grandfather. A seasoned, weapons-savvy elder statesman of the family business.
Hardboiled private investigator navigating Harlem crime and corruption.
Shaft's legendary uncle from the 1971 original, offers wisdom
High-ranking police official overseeing the investigation.
Howard is the chief of the local FBI office and the official who accepts Corky's false identity as Agent Corky Pissant. He explains the impressive but fabricated résumé, including Harvard graduation, five languages, expert marksmanship, and martial arts training. His confidence helps Corky gain access to FBI investigations and raids.
Mike Murphy's partner who secretly colludes with rival mob bosses Leon Coll and Primo Pitt. He is in possession of the stolen financial records but is murdered by Pitt's thugs in a struggle at his apartment. His death directly triggers the main revenge plot.
A brief appearance in archival footage, rather than an active participant in the film's present-day events.
Skilled fighter and companion who joins Max in battling local gangs.
Ben is Thelma’s widowed old friend who lives in assisted living. He lends her his two-person scooter, accompanies her into danger, and ultimately returns to help after their argument and his abandonment of the trip. He and Thelma reconcile, and she gains a renewed respect for him.
An ally who assists Irons and Sparky in crafting the high-tech armor and weaponry needed for the Steel persona, playing a crucial role in the lab operations and final escape.
Capt. Stevens is Sean Kane's superior and the officer overseeing the larger aspects of the investigation. He disciplines Kane after the public killing of an assailant, but secretly knows about the corruption involving Morgan Canfield and Tom McCoy. Once the drug shipment and recording provide evidence, Stevens moves to arrest Canfield and reconciles with Kane.
Richard Roundtree has 124 screen credits in a career dating back to 1961. Their work spans 14 cinematic universes — most prominently Shaft (Reboot) Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include George of the Jungle, Shaft, Shaft. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 14 universes
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