Mother Superior is the leader of the convent community and initially treats Grace politely while keeping her among the nuns. She reveals that Michael had been disappointed by Grace's rejection of religion, linking his death to the conflict between the siblings and religious belief. Her authority also connects her to the convent's concealment and control.
The head of the convent who accepts Brian and Charlie's disguise as Sisters Inviolata and Euphemia. She later leads the other nuns in pursuit of the fugitives and the lost money, eventually using the funds to start a rehabilitation clinic.
Ben's wife, Susan opposes his investigation into the police and does not want him to pursue it. As Ben continues his activism and the danger to the family grows, she leaves him with their daughter. Her opposition and departure mark the personal cost of Ben's campaign.
Virginia Herbert is the wife of Herbert and the woman who commissions Mr. Neville's landscape drawings while her husband is away. She submits to Neville's aggressive contractual demands, later tries to end the arrangement, and ultimately helps entrap him, revealing that Sarah Talmann has conceived a child by him before participating in his downfall.
Cleopatra is one of the title characters in this television adaptation of Shakespeare's play, portrayed by Janet Suzman. The production identifies her as one of its stars, but the supplied synopsis gives no further account of her actions or relationships.
Lawrence’s German-born wife and devoted companion. She faces social hostility due to her nationality, supports his cross-continental moves for health and creativity, and actively defends his art exhibitions. During his terminal illness, she nurses him, secures a home for his final days, and gently encourages him to accept death.
Eleanor of Aquitaine is Prince John's mother, who ridicules him and works to secure the release of King Richard. She persuades Marian to use Guy's advances to help Robin, then visits the outlaws' camp in disguise. When Robin reports that England is broke, she advises him to seek a loan from Isaac of York and later urges him to raise an army.
Janet Suzman has 38 screen credits in a career dating back to 1965. Signature works include Nicholas and Alexandra, Consecration, Hildegard. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
