Head of the family who initially refuses to arm himself but later prepares for a siege. He lies to his children about the outbreak, robs a survivor after his ally's death, and ultimately fails to kill his zombified daughter before being killed by her.
Jørgen lives with Jacob and is deeply affected when Jacob's affair with Caroline is exposed. After an accident seriously damages one eye, he learns that surgery and a prosthetic eye may be necessary, ending his hopes of becoming a pilot. He struggles with fear and bitterness while attempting reconciliation with Jacob through counselling.
The groom-to-be whose bachelor party triggers the main events, prone to reckless decisions.
Devoted stay-at-home father to twins, acts as a stabilizing force among the friend group.
Theodor is the demanding manager of the recycling site and Jesper's main workplace opponent. He warns Jesper that he will be watched, rejects Jesper's proposed improvements as arrogant, and orders him outside after an argument. At the office party, Theodor is also offended when a vulgar charade appears to mock Varberg.
A father arrested after his daughter makes a serious accusation against him. He pleads not guilty, denies the allegations, insists that he loves his daughter, and describes the damage the case has caused to his work and marriage.
Jimmy is a member of the worm band formed after the protagonist imagines a disco future. He works with Donna and the other musicians during chaotic rehearsals and helps prepare the group for competition performances, sharing the band’s struggle to prove that worms can succeed as entertainers.
Groom-to-be whose bachelor party triggers the main plot and funeral journey.
Nete's brother and Nete's father's estranged gay son, whom Nete attempts to reconcile with his father.
Likely a professional contact or superior within David's computer development career. Not directly involved in the cliff suicide plot based on the summary.
A socially active friend who pressures Niels and Andreas to attend the reunion and reconnect with their younger selves.
Jonas and Emma's father who works at the National Museum organizing a Viking play. He misinterprets Tove's paint color choice as a pregnancy announcement, anchoring the family's everyday life before the supernatural adventure unfolds.
Troels Lyby has 33 screen credits in a career dating back to 1995. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently The Reunion Collection with 4 titles. Signature works include Madklubben: Hjemme Igen, What We Become, Class Reunion 4: Friends for Life. 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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