Dead Heat

A hard-edged detective who is killed in a case and mysteriously revived with a limited time before his reanimation dissolves. He is driven by vengeance for the killer but clings to justice and his partner, shaping his relentless pursuit. His sharp instincts and dry humor help him navigate a world where life and death intertwine.

Mortis's witty, impulsive partner who fights beside him after resurrection. He initially struggles with memory and identity but remains loyal, providing comic relief and crucial support as the case unfolds. His adaptability helps them uncover the conspiracy behind the reanimated criminals.

A coroner and friend to Roger who notes the autopsy inconsistencies that spark the central mystery. She helps piece together the code and the mystery surrounding the resurrected bodies, at times putting herself at risk. Her forensic expertise anchors the scientific side of the investigation.

A sharp public relations figure who represents Laudermilk's company. She is revealed to be undead herself, hinting at the dangers lurking behind immortality projects. Her dual role as insider and survivor drives a key twist in the investigation.

A wealthy industrialist and founder of the resurrection project who appears as the remote sponsor behind the machine. He embodies the allure and danger of seeking immortality for profit, a catalyst for much of the film’s conflict.

The head coroner and mastermind of the operation, McNab manipulates the resurrection project to mask his crimes. He becomes the principal antagonist, weaponizing science to control life and death for personal gain and to cover up his deeds.

The police captain who assigns Mortis and Bigelow to the unfolding case. He represents the institutional authority grappling with an extraordinary crisis that tests the limits of procedure and safety.

A law enforcement liaison who supports the detectives as they chase leads through the city and the laboratory. He adds a professional counterpoint to the partners' risky, unorthodox methods.