Curly Sue

A resilient seven-year-old orphan whose street-smarts and warmth keep the group afloat. She forms a deep bond with Bill and uses her charm to help them survive, while clinging to the memory of her late mother via a treasured ring. Her presence drives the emotional core of the story and anchors the desire for a real family.

A homeless yet compassionate man who supports Sue with humor and grit. His con artist tendencies are tempered by a genuine care for the girl, and his choices gradually pivot toward protecting her over personal gain. He ultimately seeks a stable life by forming a legal, loving family with Grey and Sue.

A wealthy divorce lawyer who becomes entangled in the lives of Sue and Bill. Initially skeptical, she grows to see the risks of the street and the value of a real family. She ultimately helps save Sue from state care and agrees to adopt and marry Bill.

Grey’s snobbish boyfriend who resents the intrusion of Sue and Bill. His spite leads him to report them to authorities, sparking the legal fight over Sue’s custody. He represents the societal pressures that threaten unconventional families.

A morally flexible drifter who steals Sue’s ring and sells it, introducing the central obstacle in the plot. His actions propel the quest to recover the ring and test the trust among the central trio.

A child services worker who temporarily places Sue in state care, highlighting the fragile balance between protection and family. She becomes part of the arc that leads to Grey and Bill’s eventual adoption.