Dark and Stormy Night

A rival journalist chasing a sensational scoop. He uses wit and persistence to pry into the Cavinder estate’s secrets, often clashing with Tuesday. His pursuit of truth is tempered by self-interest, making him both resourceful and unreliable.

A fellow journalist who partners with Faraday to uncover the truth behind the will and the missing letter. She is sharp, skeptical, and quick to read a room, yet also sensitive to the danger surrounding them.

A wealth-infused claimant who aims to maneuver through the will’s twists to his advantage. He exudes aristocratic pomp and a readiness to bend rules, making him a prime suspect as tensions rise.

Burling’s wife, whose presence adds volatility to the gathering. She is entangled with Teak and carries her own set of loyalties, complicating the inheritance plot.

Pristy’s dim-witted lover, whose presence in the estate stirs jealousy and friction. His actions reflect the chaotic mix of desire and desperation at the reading.

The Cavinders’ ward, central to the inheritance puzzle. Her status as the initial primary beneficiary makes her a focal point for rivalries and threats.

The outspoken daughter buried in Cavinder family drama. She becomes a pivotal figure when the letter crime shifts the inheritance to her.

A psychologist whose professional distance complicates matters during the night’s chaos. He is involved in the scheme with the escaped lunatic and becomes a key suspect.

A stranded driver who later reveals undercover detective work. He provides stranded help while trying to piece together the letter’s clues.

The housemaid with crucial knowledge about the letter. She guides the others toward the truth and exposes key secrets of the Cavinder estate.

The local inspector who arrives amid the chaos and becomes a victim in the night’s whodunit. His death marks the escalation of danger.

The estate’s cook who becomes another casualty as the killer strikes through the night. His presence underscores the household’s vulnerability.

The eccentric psychic who hosts a séance to reveal clues. Her performance hints at the supernatural mood that threads through the mystery.