Dr. R. Quincy is the resolute, ethical, and highly proficient Medical Examiner for the Los Angeles County Coroner's Office. A retired US Navy Captain, he conducts para-police investigations to determine causes of suspicious deaths, often clashing with police and his boss before successfully solving cases. He lives on a sailboat, frequents a local marina restaurant, and has a history of romantic relationships, eventually remarrying near the end of the series.
A juror with personal experience of switchblades who initially votes guilty but reexamines the physical evidence. He explains that such a blade is normally thrust upward, making the downward wound difficult for the supposed assailant to have produced, and then votes not guilty.
Jim is Joe's dedicated Alcoholics Anonymous sponsor and a crucial guide in his recovery. He explains the obsessive behavior associated with alcoholism, warns Joe that he must remain sober even if that requires staying away from Kirsten, and supports him during repeated treatment after relapse.
The getaway driver for the heist. McClain tests his skills and loyalty by challenging him to a race before recruiting him into the crew.
An inept department store clerk recruited by Sammy to sign a deal for his soul in exchange for seven years of desires. He initially wishes to rob his workplace but reverses the decision to protect employees. He cleverly voids the contract by keeping a watch, granting himself freedom.
A gambling addict attending the championship. He is among the crowd members shot during the chaotic shooting.
Felix's former roommate, Oscar is a sportswriter whose throat cancer surgery has left him with a raspy, hoarse voice. He resumes poker with his friends, accepts a personal-advice job at the New York Examiner, and later gives it to his former secretary. At Edna's wedding, Oscar persuades Felix to take his place walking her down the aisle.
Police lieutenant who leads the official investigation into the kidnapping of Andy's son, Bobby.
Hart's friend who provides crucial moral support and occasional financial assistance during Hart's early years of struggling to get his drama produced.
Vince is a yes-man among Paul Hoplin's accomplices. He helps guard Jim Molner and Patty Molner in the mid-town penthouse while Joan Molner is forced to collect the ransom. After the gang relocates, Vince is disarmed during a brief FBI shootout in which Eileen Kelly is wounded.
Jack Klugman has 74 screen credits in a career dating back to 1944. Signature works include Quincy, M.E., 12 Angry Men, US Against the World. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
