Blown Away

A veteran Boston bomb squad lieutenant who is on the verge of retirement. Publicly calm and precise, he carries a hidden past as Liam McGivney, a former member of a Northern Ireland terrorist cell. His secret fuels his sense of responsibility and drives his resolve to protect others. Dove’s dual life creates ongoing moral tension as he balances duty with personal risk.

A ruthless IRA fighter who orchestrates a campaign to eliminate Dove’s bomb squad. He adopts meticulous, almost theatrical methods to maximize casualties and to prove a point about power and vengeance. Gaerity’s strategic brilliance is matched by a personal vendetta against Dove that drives the entire plot.

Dove's maternal uncle and a retired Boston police officer who acts as a steady mentor. He supports Dove’s attempt to retire but ultimately sacrifices himself in an effort to stop Gaerity. Max embodies loyalty and courage, providing both humor and gravity to the unfolding crisis.

Dove’s fiancée and a violinist who offers emotional grounding amid the chaos. She becomes a target and a symbol of what Dove is protecting. Kate’s resilience and love anchor Dove’s human stakes in the danger surrounding their wedding and future.

Dove's stepdaughter, placed in danger by Gaerity’s plan. Lizzy represents the vulnerable family ties at stake in the pursuit and the ultimate motivation for Dove’s choices under pressure.

A bomb squad technician who becomes a casualty early on in Gaerity’s spree, highlighting the human cost of the cat-and-mouse chase. Rita embodies the skilled professionals who risk their lives in the line of duty.

A bomb disposal technician who faces a deadly trap. Cortez’s fate underscores the perils of dismantling threats and the fragility of those who perform high-stakes rescue work.

A rookie bomb squad technician who links Dove’s past to Gaerity’s actions and offers crucial assistance at a pivotal moment. His evolving loyalty and competence help drive the resolution.

The first victim of Gaerity’s bombs, whose death marks the escalation of the conflict. Blanket’s fate serves as a grim reminder of the stakes for the bomb squad.

A member of the bomb squad who embodies the next generation of responders facing the threat. His presence underscores teamwork and the continuous training of frontline heroes.