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A high-ranking Soviet GRU intelligence officer with access to top-secret nuclear information. Disillusioned with Khrushchev's leadership, he secretly provides critical intel and photographs to Western agencies through Wynne to prevent nuclear war, ultimately sacrificing his life after arrest.
Josef Breuer is Sigmund Freud's mentor and a source of support for his innovative theories. His backing contrasts with the rejection Freud receives from Theodor Meynert and other colleagues, while Freud's growing interest in hypnotherapy eventually carries him into the séance-related criminal investigation.
A disgraced doctor working at a refugee camp hospital who exploits a levitating refugee's powers for financial gain, later seeking redemption through self-sacrifice.
Doctor Daniil Pokrovsky is a physician working with the pilots and scientists preparing the first human spaceflight. Haunted by dreams of disaster, he questions the mission's human cost and his society's ideals. His work strains his marriage to Nina, while David challenges his tendency to hide behind humor and grand ideas.
Former lawyer turned farm manager. Survives malaria, endures WWII internment, joins the British Army, and later secures a judgeship in Germany. Initially wants to return to Europe but reconciles with Jettel and purchases return tickets after she reveals her pregnancy.
Alik is a charming impostor encountered during Mamlakat's family's journey. He presents himself as the person who seduced Mamlakat in the darkness, becoming involved in the family's search for the unborn child's father. He also falls in love with Mamlakat, creating a romantic connection within the comic pursuit.
A young Soviet officer and co-escapee with Michail. Together they evade the SS manhunt and find temporary sanctuary at the Karner farm.
Ambitious public prosecutor determined to uncover the truth behind Kessel's cover-up and subsequent crimes.
Merab Ninidze has 91 screen credits in a career dating back to 1970. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Die Usedom-Krimi Filmreihe with 4 titles. Signature works include A Working Man, Conclave, The Courier. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 3 universes
