Character Relationship Map: Prince Jack

Characters

• The Cardinal (played by Dana Andrews) — protagonist
• Dealy (played by Jim Backus) — protagonist
• Georgi (played by Theodore Bikel) — supporting
• Martin Luther King (played by Robert Guillaume) — supporting
• Jack (played by Robert Hogan) — supporting

  Portrays President John F. Kennedy, whose administration serves as the primary setting for the film narrative from July 1960 to autumn 1963.

• Bobby (played by James F. Kelly) — supporting

  Portrays Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy, focusing on his efforts to address issues arising from the Civil Rights Movement.

• Lyndon Johnson (played by Kenneth Mars) — minor

  Portrays Lyndon B. Johnson, depicted through the film's satirical exploration of his complicated relationship with the Kennedy brothers.

• Gen. Edwin Walker (played by Cameron Mitchell) — minor
• Joe Kennedy (played by Lloyd Nolan) — minor

Key Relationships

• Dealy → Bobby (Conflict Political Opponent)
• Georgi → Bobby (Social Associate)
• Jack → Lyndon Johnson (Professional President-Vice President)
• Bobby → Gen. Edwin Walker (Conflict Adversary)
• Bobby → The Cardinal (Professional Colleague)
• Bobby → Lyndon Johnson (Conflict Complex Rival)
• Bobby → Martin Luther King (Alliance Ally)
• Bobby → Jack (Family Brother)
• Joe Kennedy → Bobby (Family Father)
• Joe Kennedy → Jack (Family Father)

Story Analysis

A satirical dramatization of the Kennedy administration's civil rights efforts and political dynamics from 1960 to 1963.

Plot Progression

1. Convention Dawn
2. Civil Rights Crucible
3. Political Friction
4. Autumn Shadows