Joe is the man trapped in a cargo container, repeatedly trying to get help as it travels north toward Asheville. He contacts Nelson at the fire department and later reports his kidnapping to Agent Shapiro at the FBI. His allies Freddie and Luther pursue leads to rescue him, while his confrontation with Judge Grimes reveals a broken bargain.
Jake is the central figure, a former public-relations professional whose confidence and circumstances have declined. He works at the Yellow Bird grocery store while his marriage to Ellie breaks apart, struggles over their home and divorce, and worries about losing his job. He also wonders whether a cashier may be his daughter, though he has no confirmation.
Angus Benfield has 33 screen credits in a career dating back to 1994. Signature works include Motorvation, Heaven, Trust. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
