Teddy Cooper (played by Michael Ontkean) is a protagonist in Bye Bye Blues.
Daisy's soldier husband who is separated from her due to the Japanese invasion of Hong Kong. He remains missing during the war, causing Daisy significant emotional and financial strain. His impending return home creates a pivotal conflict for Daisy as she navigates her new life and responsibilities. Daisy Cooper (played by Rebecca Jenkins) appears in Bye Bye Blues.
The protagonist who returns to her Alberta hometown during WWII to support her family. She joins a swing band as a vocalist, balancing financial survival and personal freedom against strict societal expectations and her in-laws' scrutiny. Her life is upended when she learns her presumed-missing husband is returning home. Richard Cooper (5 years) (played by Chad Krowchuk) appears in Bye Bye Blues.
Jalal (Head Bearer) (played by Sumant Mastaher) appears in Bye Bye Blues.
Iyah (Nanny) (played by Jyoti Dhembre) appears in Bye Bye Blues.
Gilbert Wilson (played by Tom Alter) appears in Bye Bye Blues.
Porter (played by Ron Carothers) appears in Bye Bye Blues.
Arthur Wright (played by Leslie Yeo) appears in Bye Bye Blues.
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Characters
Teddy Cooper
(played by Michael Ontkean) — protagonist
Daisy's soldier husband who is separated from her due to the Japanese invasion of Hong Kong. He remains missing during the war, causing Daisy significant emotional and financial strain. His impending...
Daisy Cooper
(played by Rebecca Jenkins) — supporting
The protagonist who returns to her Alberta hometown during WWII to support her family. She joins a swing band as a vocalist, balancing financial survival and personal freedom against strict societal e...
Richard Cooper (5 years)
(played by Chad Krowchuk) — supporting
Jalal (Head Bearer)
(played by Sumant Mastaher) — supporting
Iyah (Nanny)
(played by Jyoti Dhembre) — supporting
Gilbert Wilson
(played by Tom Alter) — supporting
Porter
(played by Ron Carothers) — supporting
Arthur Wright
(played by Leslie Yeo) — supporting
Will Wright
(played by Vincent Gale) — supporting
Rug Merchant
(played by Mohan Agashe) — supporting
Lady Wilson
(played by Susan Wooldridge) — supporting
Pete
(played by Wayne Robson) — minor
Drunk Woman
(played by Kaye Grieve) — minor
Joyce Kuchera
(played by Susan Sneath) — minor
Max Gramley
(played by Luke Reilly) — minor
Ivan
(played by Francis Damberger) — minor
Frances Cooper
(played by Robyn Stevan) — minor
Bernie Blitzer
(played by Leon Pownall) — minor
Doreen Cooper
(played by Sheila Moore) — minor
Slim Godfrey
(played by Stuart Margolin) — minor
Story Analysis
A WWII-era drama exploring a mother's struggle between societal duty, financial survival, and personal autonomy.
Plot Progression
War Torn Return
Band Life and Independence
Secrets and Shifts
The Final Dilemma
Directed by Anne Wheeler
Bye Bye Blues (1989) · 5/10 · drama, music, romance
