Bride of Boogedy

Patriarch of the Davis family, Carleton is skeptical of Boogedy at first but becomes a conduit for danger after the spirit possesses him. He embodies a stern protectiveness that clashes with fear, and his possession drives a pivotal chase through the house. Eventually he regains control with help from Eloise and Elmer, contributing to the plan to banish Boogedy.

Maternal and resourceful, Eloise helps orchestrate the group’s defense against Boogedy. She enlists unconventional methods, including a faux seance, and collaborates with Jonathan’s ghost for guidance. Her quick thinking and resilience are crucial to guiding the family through the crisis.

The Davises’ daughter who senses the supernatural danger and participates in the family’s plan. She demonstrates courage and quick thinking, notably when she helps lead a plan involving a Marian decoy to mislead Boogedy. Her involvement highlights the family’s collaborative approach to confronting fear.

The Davis son who experiences nightmares that foreshadow events. He discovers the key that becomes central to the thwarting of Boogedy, showing how a child’s perception can guide the family toward the truth. His curiosity drives parts of the investigation and confrontation.

The younger son whose creeping dread mirrors the escalating danger around the family. He participates in the search for answers and contributes to the overall sense of a household under siege by a malevolent force.

The grumpy general store owner who dislikes Carleton’s rising popularity. He becomes a vessel for Boogedy’s return when possessed, aiding the ghost by aiding its physical manifestations at the storefront and in the cemetery.

A fortune teller who provides warnings about Boogedy and offers guidance to counter the haunting. Her insights help frame the supernatural danger and connect the living with the ghostly history surrounding Lucifer Falls.

The cemetery caretaker who reveals the existence of the statue of William Hanover, the true identity of Mr. Boogedy. He acts as a quiet informant about the town’s haunted lore and the important locations tied to the specter.

The ghostly antagonist whose returning presence drives the plot. Boogedy possesses Tom Lynch and later asserts his power by animating wax figures at the Davis storefront and pressing toward a full return from the underworld.

The ghost whose presence and history reveal how to banish Boogedy. He guides the group toward a method to reopen the doorway to the underworld and restore balance, offering a crucial reveal that helps end the haunting.