Loyal crewman who defends the stockade and dies in battle.
A friend of the estate owners who dines with Helen and Jim. He contacts the psychiatric institution to verify Brian's status, confirming the escape that triggers the night's violent events.
Police inspector initially misled by Holland’s false statements and misleading clues. He eventually suspects the truth, identifies a stolen paperweight at a police exhibition, and orders a chemical test that reveals its origin.
Jean's medical student boyfriend who breaks up with her over her gambling addiction. He visits her in prison, accepts a medical posting in Northern Rhodesia, and eventually returns to reconcile with Jean after her rehabilitation.
Sammy MacCodrun is a Todday inhabitant who rows to the wreck with the Biffer and learns that its cargo is whisky. He helps spread the news and later persuades George Campbell to leave his room through the window and join the salvage. Sammy's intervention brings George into the rescue and the islanders' effort to recover the cargo.
A department store employee initially engaged to Peggy. He prioritizes his vintage car over their relationship, causing a breakup. He struggles with work distractions, gets reported by supervisors, but eventually impresses management with a promotional report. He reconciles with Peggy after selling his car, only to buy an older model.
A frugal Yorkshire factory owner who inherits £62,000 and his father's clothing factory. He proposes to Ethel to save the cost of a housekeeper, then pursues showgirl Ruthine and tries to impress her by donating land for a playground and community center. After both women serve him with breach-of-promise writs, he chooses to marry Ethel.
A police detective leading the investigation into the protection racket. Sayers confronts Moffat, questions Sanchetti about Paddy Damion, and argues that Harry Foulcher cannot be safely arrested without a witness. He seeks Damion’s cooperation, works with Sgt. Bob Ogle, and tries to prevent the rival gangs from escalating into open war.
A young barrister and driver of the 1904 Darracq Genevieve. After a dispute with his wife and rival, he impulsively makes a £100 wager to race back to London, resorts to cheating, and ultimately wins when his rival's car gets trapped in tramlines.
David is an engineer and Jenny's intended husband. He is preparing to leave for a five-year assignment in South America, creating the central pressure on Jenny to resolve who will look after Martin. Once Margaret agrees to stay with her father, David can marry Jenny and take her with him.
Edgar Curtain is Harry’s partner in advertising and becomes the target of Harry’s accusation after Elizabeth is murdered. When Edgar seems to realize that Harry has discovered the truth, he jumps to his death. Harry later claims he was trying to protect Edgar from accusation, although Harry’s memory loss leaves the exact events uncertain.
A priest whom Michael approaches in distress after the accident on the Thames, believing he has killed Rachel. Father Timothy comforts the boy and accompanies him to Rachel's home, where they learn that she has survived and is recovering. He is also shown to be on warm terms with Rachel's rabbi.
John Gregson has 50 screen credits in a career dating back to 1948. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Ealing comedies with 2 titles. Signature works include The Battle of the River Plate, The Captain's Table, Value for Money. 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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