How to Murder a Millionaire

Irma is a wealthy, anxious woman who suspects her husband is scheming to kill her. She leverages her resources and wit to navigate a web of deceit surrounding her fortune, showing resilience under threat. Throughout the story she maneuvers between vulnerability and calculated action as she protects her life and wealth.

Loretta is Irma's affluent confidant who embodies social charm and opportunistic ambition. She flirts with Walter and becomes part of the dangerous dynamics surrounding Irma's marriage. Her scheming adds pressure and temptation, complicating loyalties.

Walter is Irma's husband, a powerful businessman whose charm hides jealousy and danger. He exhibits controlling behavior and is entangled in suspicions of infidelity, while also arming himself against perceived threats. His shifting loyalties keep the couple's fate uncertain until the climax.

Gilbert is a calculating mastermind who attempts to maneuver Irma out of the way so he can seize control of the company. He manipulates others and uses deception, including impersonating Walter, to drive Irma toward danger. His plan unravels under pressure and police intervention.

Danny is a small-time thief drawn into the murder plot for money. He is uncertain and easily swayed, becoming a pawn in a larger scheme. His actions propel the tension as the web of crime tightens.

Teresa is a partner-in-crime initially drawn to the riches Irma possesses. She contemplates stealing but also facilitates Irma's protection, navigating loyalties and moral conflicts as the plot unfolds. Her choices influence the direction of the confrontation.