Corner Gas: The Movie

Well-meaning yet anxious, Hank anchors the film with a mix of humor and unease. His dream sequence about an armed robbery opens the plot, and his reactions to the town's crisis reveal a loyal, if neurotic, commitment to Dog River. He experiences tension with Brent as the town's plans unfold, contributing to the improvisational spirit that keeps everyone afloat.

Brent owns The Ruby and becomes a central organizer of Dog River’s resistance. He buys the closed town bar in a bid to spur renewal and leads the Quaintest Town competition effort. His stubborn optimism, mixed with practical pragmatism, drives much of the town’s action and romance with Lacey Burrows.

Wanda runs a garage that becomes a makeshift bar and later a casino, providing critical revenue for the town. She volunteers to represent Brent in legal troubles but loses the case, illustrating her bold, enterprising nature. Wanda embodies the resourceful, no-nonsense spirit that keeps Dog River buoyant.

A former police officer who retires on his 25th anniversary, Davis becomes a private detective figure who helps investigate and untangle the town's mysteries. His experience and calm leadership provide a steady counterbalance to the town’s chaotic crisis. He and Wanda drive much of the investigative and stabilizing effort.

Owner of The Ruby and a key ally to Brent, Lacey steers the social scene and the town’s morale. She collaborates with Brent to navigate finances and politics while anchoring romance that helps unite the community. Her leadership in crisis underscores the power of local business owners in small-town resilience.

Emma is the matriarch who anchors family and tradition in Dog River. She eagerly anticipates grandchildren but also supports the town’s fragile dreams, keeping festivities and community ties alive. Emma’s warmth reflects the town’s enduring values despite hard times.

Officer Karen Pelly is ambitious and newly empowered by milestone statistics. She uses ticketing to bolster her career prospects, illustrating how individuals adapt to the town’s crisis through personal ambition and professional drive. Her actions reveal tensions between duty and political potential.

Brent’s survivalist father, Oscar embodies old-school practicality. He trades his car for a horse-drawn cart, challenging the modern impulse with a rustic, stubborn grit. Oscar’s perspective highlights generational tensions and the resilience of unconventional solutions.

Jerome is a representative of CN Holdings, pressing the town to sell and rework its future. His presence as the corporate threat frames the conflict between big business and the community. He sustains the legal and financial pressure driving the plot forward.

Jerome's legal advisor adds bite to the corporate threat, maneuvering through lawsuits and negotiations. He embodies the legal machinery behind corporate schemes and the town's pushback. His interplay with Brent and Wanda highlights the film's courtroom energy.

Tina is the mayoral or judging figure who evaluates the Quaintest Town contest, offering official yet sympathetic perspective. Her involvement brings a sense of legitimacy and a platform for public opinion to influence the outcome. She plays a pivotal role in shaping the town’s morale and media narrative.