Prof. Arnold Hennessy is an astrophysicist who accompanies Carter to investigate the suspected crash in the Scottish Highlands. After Nyah takes him aboard her spacecraft, he observes Martian technology and its atomic power source. Hennessy then devises the plan for Carter to sabotage the ship after takeoff, making him a key strategist against Nyah.
Roger's uncle, Dan helps connect Joe and Roger with Alfie Stratton, who can dispose of the gold. After the hijacking goes wrong, Dan agrees with Joe and Roger that the gold should be returned. He leaves with Alfie, with £5,000 to be given to him as part of Alfie's departure from the scheme.
Detective Inspector Cleary investigates the case of the unidentified man pulled from the river, who has been shot in the back and carries no identification. As police searches reveal no weapon or clear explanation for the victim's condition, Cleary pursues the strange case alongside the medical team's efforts to understand it.
The proprietor of the pub where disgruntled locals gather to discuss Jasper, whose conduct has made him deeply unpopular in Rathbarney. The group decides there to hold a secret lottery assigning someone to murder Jasper; Dooley's assistant Terence faints when selected.
Dr Brannigan rejects bombs and political violence during a heated argument about Ireland's struggle. His disagreement with Henry shows that the conflict divides even people who care for one another, establishing the film's central debate over whether political aims justify violence.
Sir Giles Fordyke is Richard's father and the disabled master of Fordyke Hall. A stroke has left him unable to speak and dependent on sign language, which only Diane can interpret. His condition and the stiff atmosphere at the estate make Elizabeth's first meeting with the family especially unsettling.
Joseph Tomelty has 30 screen credits in a career dating back to 1947. Their work is anchored in the Ealing comedies universe with 1 titles. Signature works include Shark Island, Devil Girl from Mars, You're Only Young Twice!. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
