Chisum

A kindly and successful cattle baron who tries to keep the peace but will act decisively to defend his ranching community. He supports ranchers displaced by Murphy and partners with McSween to confront the monopolist's power. Chisum leads with pragmatism and a sense of justice, choosing action when diplomacy fails.

Powerful monopolist who uses bribery and intimidation to push out rivals. He manipulates Sheriff Brady and Governor Axtell to protect his interests. He fights to maintain control over land and cattle, revealing a willingness to crush opponents by any means.

Chisum's niece who arrives in Lincoln and becomes part of the frontier's social fabric. She forms connections with Pat Garrett and Billy, adding a personal dimension to the conflict and navigating emotional ties amid upheaval.

Wife of Alex McSween; accompanies her husband into the turmoil and seeks safety as events unfold. She ultimately flees to seek protection, highlighting the human cost of the feud.

A ruthless bounty hunter hired by Murphy who later becomes sheriff; he harbors a personal grudge against Billy. Nodeen embodies vigilante justice and uses his position to pursue violence.

Notorious outlaw turned ally to Chisum, seeking reform and personal redemption. He embraces decisive action, forms a complicated romance with Sallie, and helps challenge Murphy's grip on Lincoln.

A corrupt lawman bribed by Murphy who refuses to pursue his own men. His complacency ends in tragedy as the town's violence escalates toward a reckoning.

A judge who strives to uphold the law and deputizes Chisum to pursue justice. His arrival signals a legal attempt to curb violence, even as power dynamics threaten impartiality.

The territorial governor who wields political influence to shape the conflict. He fires Wilson and appoints Nodeen as sheriff, illustrating how political pressure can redirect the course of justice.

One of Billy's loyal wranglers who helps secure dynamite and other resources. He stands with Billy during the town's upheaval and fights for their cause.

A trusted ally of Billy who participates in the daring raids and break-ins that challenge Murphy's hold on Lincoln. He embodies the frontier's aggressive defense of their way of life.

A vigilant lawman who warns Chisum of approaching riders and later becomes part of the town's struggle for justice. His presence helps balance the violent actions around Lincoln.

A philanthropic neighbor who inspires reform and helps catalyze the counter-move to Murphy's monopoly. His ideals spark the collaboration between Chisum, McSween, and other reform-minded figures.

A lawyer invited by Murphy who later sides with Chisum to resist the monopoly; he is ultimately killed in cold blood by Nodeen, underscoring the price of justice in a corrupt system.