Character Relationship Map: Saving Lincoln

Characters

• Abraham Lincoln (played by Tom Amandes) — protagonist

  Central figure of the film, depicted from his initial meeting with Lamon through his presidency. The narrative highlights his anti-slavery stance, his anguish over Civil War casualties, conflicts with...

• Ward Hill Lamon (played by Lea Coco) — supporting

  Lincoln's tall, boisterous Southern confidant and close friend. Known for enjoying whiskey, jokes, stories, the banjo, and wrestling, Lamon actively protects Lincoln, assisting Pinkerton in thwarting...

• Mary Todd Lincoln (played by Penelope Ann Miller) — supporting

  Lincoln's wife, whose emotional state is heavily impacted by the trauma of the Civil War and the devastating loss of their son Willie. Her profound despair complicates Lamon's difficult efforts to mai...

• William H. Seward (played by Bruce Davison) — supporting
• Mrs. Elizabeth Keckly (played by Saidah Arrika Ekulona) — supporting
• Senator Charles Sumner (played by Creed Bratton) — supporting
• Salmon P. Chase (played by Josh Stamberg) — supporting
• Billy Herndon (played by Michael Maize) — supporting
• Edwin Stanton (played by Robert Craighead) — supporting
• Ned Baker (played by Steven Brand) — supporting
• Montgomery Blair (played by Lew Temple) — supporting
• Nathaniel Rulough (played by Matthew Del Negro) — minor
• Major Eckert (played by David Dastmalchian) — minor
• Judge David Davis (played by Joe Ochman) — minor
• Col. Elmer Ellsworth (played by Adam Croasdell) — minor
• Tad Lincoln (played by Joshua Rush) — minor
• Willie Lincoln (played by Elijah Nelson) — minor
• Bartender (played by Aaron Webster) — minor
• Circuit Lawyer (played by Christian Roberts) — minor

Story Analysis

A historical drama exploring the friendship between Lincoln and Lamon amid assassination threats and personal tragedy.

Plot Progression

1. Research & Origins
2. Presidency & Plots
3. Tragedy & Despair
4. Security & Resolution