Ann Vickers (played by Irene Dunne) is a protagonist in Ann Vickers.
The protagonist who, after an abortion, pursues social work at a women's prison, writes a book about prison conditions, romances Judge Dolphin, and eventually reunites with him and their child. Barney Dolphin (played by Walter Huston) appears in Ann Vickers.
A married judge with progressive views who takes bribes, is imprisoned, and later reunites with Ann and their child. Malvina Wormser (played by Edna May Oliver) appears in Ann Vickers.
Ann's friend who accompanies her to Havana for an abortion.
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Characters
Ann Vickers
(played by Irene Dunne) — protagonist
The protagonist who, after an abortion, pursues social work at a women's prison, writes a book about prison conditions, romances Judge Dolphin, and eventually reunites with him and their child.
Barney Dolphin
(played by Walter Huston) — supporting
A married judge with progressive views who takes bribes, is imprisoned, and later reunites with Ann and their child.
Malvina Wormser
(played by Edna May Oliver) — supporting
Ann's friend who accompanies her to Havana for an abortion.
Key Relationships
Malvina Wormser → Barney Dolphin
(Social Circle Associate)
Ann Vickers → Barney Dolphin
(Romantic Partner)
Ann Vickers → Malvina Wormser
(Social Close Friend)
Story Analysis
A woman's journey through personal tragedy, social reform, and romantic redemption.