Robert Maynard is a Royal Navy lieutenant who disguises himself as a surgeon to investigate piracy and gather evidence against Sir Henry Morgan. He treats Blackbeard’s wound, protects Edwina Mansfield, sabotages the ship, and ultimately escapes with her after Blackbeard’s crew turns against him.
Joe Brooks is the aircraft's co-pilot and one of the more courageous, upright members of the stranded group. He helps Bill Lonagan repair and operate the damaged aircraft, stops Jud Ellis from attacking Louise Melhorn, and becomes the object of Louise's mutual attraction, creating tension with Rena's relationship to Lonagan.
Larry Fleming is a newspaper reporter traveling with Dorothy 'Dottie' Vale when they are stopped and drawn into Sam Hurley's hostage crisis. He warns the gang that an atomic bomb test is imminent, later overpowers Dummy, and joins Dottie and Doctor Neal Garven in reaching the mine under Asa Tremaine's guidance.
American sailor on shore leave in England who becomes the prime suspect in Diana's murder after being framed by Beauchamp. He investigates the crime with help from Sally Meadows, evades police, and ultimately exposes Beauchamp and Costard at the airport.
Capt. Gaxton is a cavalry officer and the husband of Calla, who was once in love with Sgt. Emmett Bell. Bell appeals to him as troop and weapon movements worsen tensions with the chiefs. Calla's rekindled romance with Bell places Gaxton in the story's personal conflict.
Dr. Morley Dwyer is a handsome doctor Helen meets after arriving in Munich. Although Helen initially says she does not want a new relationship, Morley learns that she has had an affair with Tonio and still proposes marriage to her.
Neil Patterson, Jr. is the wealthy owner of the yacht and the rich suitor Dodie has imagined marrying. After meeting Dodie while drunk, he invites her aboard, takes her to Tijuana, and impresses her with his lavish lifestyle, even buying a taxi. Dodie ultimately accepts his proposal before changing her mind.
Keith Andes has 39 screen credits in a career dating back to 1947. Signature works include Model for Murder, The Tattooed Police Horse, Surrender - Hell!. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
