The mastermind of the hunt who organized the kidnapping after a leaked chat sparked a conspiracy theory. She personally targets Crystal due to an offending social media post. She is killed by Crystal in a brutal confrontation.
Vice-president of the Times Square Alliance who oversees preparations for the New Year's Eve ball drop. When the ball malfunctions, she calls in a former electrician to repair it. She later watches the ball drop from the hospital roof with her seriously ill father.
Emma Green is the American commander of the Mars Joint Initiative, the first human mission to Mars. She leads the diverse crew on a three-year journey launched from the Moon, though several members question her command after her response to an early crisis. Her husband also trained as an astronaut and might have led the mission without a medical condition.
A young local detective who admires Will Dormer and assists with both Kay Connell's murder and Hap Eckhart's shooting. Her review of Dormer's evidence and statements exposes inconsistencies, leading her to discover his guilt. She confronts him, survives Walter Finch's attack, and ultimately refuses to hide the evidence against Dormer.
Determined waitress from the Ozarks who pursues professional boxing, overcomes gender and age barriers to win championships, suffers a devastating illegal punch that leaves her quadriplegic, and ultimately asks her trainer to end her life.
NASA pilot tasked with piloting the Virgil vessel through the Earth's core. She cooperates with the team to execute the nuclear detonation plan and later helps locate the survivors by using low-power ultrasound to attract whales after they breach the ocean floor.
Holly is Gerry's grieving widow and the central character of the story. After his death from a brain tumor, she withdraws from family and friends, but his letters gradually encourage her to live again. She begins designing shoes, reconnects with her friends, and cautiously considers a future beyond her marriage.
Troubled teen who learns martial arts from Mr. Miyagi to overcome personal struggles.
Erin Gruwell is a newly hired English teacher at Woodrow Wilson High School who works with racially divided, at-risk students. She earns their trust through diaries, Holocaust education, guest speakers, and shared activities, ultimately compiling their writing and fighting to continue teaching them through graduation.
A successful hairdresser and salon co-owner who becomes determined to help a seriously ill child and her family. She organizes fundraising, secures work and transportation, seeks hospital debt relief, and rallies the community. After being dismissed because of her intoxication, she resolves to quit drinking and attends Alcoholics Anonymous meetings earnestly.
Valerie Barksdale is trapped in an abusive marriage with Donnie Barksdale and seeks help from Annie Wilson. Annie advises her to leave, which causes Donnie to repeatedly threaten Annie's family. Valerie's situation establishes Annie's protective relationship with her and Donnie's violent character before Jessica's murder investigation.
A young transgender man who relocates to Falls City, Nebraska. He befriends ex-convicts, falls in love with Lana Tisdel, and plans a future together. After his identity is exposed, he is violently assaulted, raped, and ultimately murdered by John Lotter and Tom Nissen.
Hilary Swank has 93 screen credits in a career dating back to 1981. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Sometimes They Come Back Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include The Hunt, New Year's Eve, Away. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 3 universes
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