Coast to Coast

A White American soul enthusiast and AWOL USAF pilot who travels to Liverpool with a mountain of rare soul records. He partners with Richie to chase gigs and a sense of adventure, showing pragmatism and a quiet loyalty beneath a cool exterior. His quick thinking keeps him and Richie out of trouble even as he wrestles with the risks of desertion and exposure.

A witty, improvisational showman who converts an old ice-cream van into a 'Popemobile with attitude.' He drives the duo’s mobility, bringing energy, humor, and a knack for resolving tension with charm and rhythm. He forms a fast bond with John as they chase gigs and dodge danger.

A British Rail buffet car attendant with grand ambitions who sells the van and embroils the pair in a counterfeit plot. Charming but unscrupulous, he hides a dangerous scheme and attempts to disappear with the plates. His actions spark the deadly turn of events that propel the chase.

The hired thug working for the cockney gangsters, a ruthless enforcer who helps cover up the crimes. He remains menacing and resourceful, illustrating the gravity of the criminal plot. His presence raises the stakes as the protagonists flee across the country.

A local attraction in Parkestone's social circle, the pub landlord’s daughter whom Richie flirts with. She becomes a catalyst for interpersonal tension and adds warmth to the journey. Her brief encounter with John reveals shared vulnerabilities.

An American soldier whose car breaks down and who invites John and Richie into the base’s canteen gig. His presence accelerates the cross-cultural moment and rekindles John and Richie’s bond through a shared musical moment.

A menacing criminal whose crew pursues Kecks’s intended takings and who asserts control through intimidation. His pursuit intensifies the stakes and drives the tense chase across the countryside.