Arthur 2: On the Rocks

A wealthy, whimsical heir whose life is defined by luxury and impulsive pranks. He remains devoted to Linda, resisting Burt’s coercive demands and the lure of the Johnson fortune. Struggling with alcoholism, he hits rock bottom before choosing sobriety to pursue adoption and rewrite his future.

Arthur’s wife who discovers she cannot have children and agrees to adopt. She initially succumbs to Burt’s pressure and moves away, later returning with a renewed sense of commitment. Her pregnancy at the end brings a new sense of hope to their relationship.

A vindictive billionaire who merges with the Bach company and attempts to force Arthur to divorce Linda and marry Susan. He uses wealth as a weapon and attempts to crush Arthur, only to be confronted with the consequences of his schemes.

Burt Johnson’s daughter and Arthur’s former fiancée who desires a life with children. She pressures Linda to leave Arthur for a stable future and later asserts herself when her father’s actions threaten Arthur, ultimately supporting Arthur’s regain of his money.

Arthur’s ethereal guide who appears as a vision, urging him not to give up. He hints at a meaningful future and gives Arthur the resolve to pursue redemption and parenthood.

The woman from whom Arthur and Linda attempt to adopt a child. Her involvement directly enables the key adoption plotline that drives Arthur’s emotional arc.

Linda’s father who provides a house and stability as Linda and Arthur navigate financial ruin. He acts as a grounded counterpart to the operatic excess of the Bach family.

Arthur’s grandmother who reveals that Burt has many enemies and helps uncover the fraud behind the extortion plot. She contributes to Arthur’s realization that wealth isn’t the sole measure of worth.