David Banner (played by Bill Bixby) is a protagonist in The Incredible Hulk.
A physician and scientist at the Culver Institute who accidentally overdoses himself with gamma radiation during an unsupervised experiment. Traumatized by his wife's death, he transforms into a rage-driven creature when angered. He travels constantly, assuming new identities while seeking a cure and attempting to help those he meets, though his transformations attract unwanted attention. Incredible Hulk (played by Lou Ferrigno) is a protagonist in The Incredible Hulk.
A green-skinned, superhumanly strong creature that emerges whenever Banner experiences intense anger. Possessing primitive intelligence, the creature reverts to Banner once calm. Initially mistaken for a killer by the media, the Hulk frequently intervenes to protect and assist ordinary citizens during Banner's cross-country travels. Jack McGee (played by Jack Colvin) appears in The Incredible Hulk.
An obsessive tabloid reporter who investigates Banner and Marks' research. He accidentally triggers a laboratory fire, witnesses the Hulk carrying a dying Marks, and publishes a story framing the creature as a murderer. McGee relentlessly pursues the monster nationwide to validate his story and stop further violence. Hulk (played by Charles Napier) appears in The Incredible Hulk.
The Incredible Hulk (1977) — Character Map & Story Timeline
The Incredible Hulk (1977) interactive character relationship network and AI-powered story timeline. Explore the connections, alliances, and conflicts between characters across the narrative arc.
AI Narrative Summary
Overall narrative architecture across all 5 seasons, tracking Banner's fugitive life, McGee's pursuit, and the scientific quest for a cure.
Character Network — 4 Characters
David Banner (Bill Bixby) — protagonist A physician and scientist at the Culver Institute who accidentally overdoses himself with gamma radiation during an unsu...
Incredible Hulk (Lou Ferrigno) — protagonist A green-skinned, superhumanly strong creature that emerges whenever Banner experiences intense anger. Possessing primiti...
Jack McGee (Jack Colvin) An obsessive tabloid reporter who investigates Banner and Marks' research. He accidentally triggers a laboratory fire, w...