Children of the Corn V: Fields of Terror

A charismatic yet deranged figure who believes he is the savior of the warded children and the earthly representative of He Who Walks Behind the Rows. He rules with a cultic grip, using fear, manipulation, and private property control to maintain order. He embodies the conflict between sincere fervor and dangerous fanaticism.

A tall, imposing leader of the cult ceremonies who enforces the brutal rites and the annual sacrifice. He exerts control through ritualistic language and intimidation, pushing the community toward deadly acts in the name of faith. He embodies zealotry and the perversion of religious devotion.

The determined teenage leader of the outsiders who refuses to leave without her brother. Resourceful and brave, she seeks truth and safety, rallying others to challenge Luke's rule. Her courage drives the group’s attempt to confront the cult and save lives.

Allison's ally who reveals he is engaged to Lily and that Lily is pregnant. He refuses the cult's coercion, demonstrating defiance against the false religious system. His actions catalyze the group's resolve to escape and uncover the truth.

An outsider who initially reads the cult's Bible and considers joining, reflecting how belief can be swayed by exposure to fervent rhetoric. Her decision to stay or leave shapes the outsiders' fate and the town's dynamics. She becomes a focal point for understanding the cult's appeal.

A pregnant teen whose future symbolizes the town's moral dilemma about family and responsibility. Her situation forces others to confront the consequences of the cult's control and the ethics of adoption. Her story arc highlights the human cost of the cult's power.

A lawman drawn into the case who works with Allison and others to stop Luke and Ezekiel. He represents institutional attempts to curb fanaticism and protect civilians. His involvement underscores the clash between community norms and radical beliefs.

Lily's mother who contemplates the difficult reality of motherhood and allows for adoption, signaling a pragmatic, protective stance amid fear. She embodies parental concern within the town's crisis. Her perspective adds emotional depth to the stakes.

A figure in Lily's life whose presence in the story reflects the abusive dynamics the outsiders seek to escape. His role helps explain the characters' desire for freedom and safety. His arc reinforces the theme of breaking harmful cycles.

One of the cult's most deranged members who embodies the town's deepest fears. This character's actions contribute to the sense of danger and the urgency of the protagonists' mission to flee or fight. The role amplifies the horror of the group's rituals.