Dick Tracy vs. Cueball

The determined detective anchor, Tracy uses sharp instincts and methodical observation to unravel the diamonds' web. He pieces together disparate leads, outsmarts suspects, and coordinates with partners to trap Cueball. His persistence keeps the investigation focused amid shifting loyalties and danger.

Tracy's loyal partner, Patton provides steady support and practical insight. He helps tail Clyde, evaluates suspects, and maintains momentum when leads run thin. His reliability complements Tracy's analytical approach.

A secretary tied to Sparkle's operation, she moves within the diamond scheme, projecting charm while maneuvering to advance the criminals' plans. Her involvement complicates the investigators' efforts to distinguish allies from suspects.

A partner in the gem scheme whose reliability wavers, he underestimates Tracy and Clyde's vigilance. His cut-and-paste approach to the plan signals a precarious balance between profit and exposure.

An antique store owner who becomes a conduit for the gem trade, he navigates a web of trust and treachery while seeking to maximize profit. His shop serves as a crucial node where deals and deceptions intersect.

Owner of the Dripping Dagger Bar, she runs a hidden room where criminals lay low and diamonds circulate. Flora’s awareness of the diamonds' presence makes her a pivotal intermediary, though her loyalties remain ambiguous.

A ruthless ex-con and the film's killer, Cueball moves through the plot with deadly efficiency. His signature strangling method via a braided hatband becomes a distinctive clue that drives the investigation forward.

A glamorous diamond dealer and front for the operation, Sparkle's establishment serves as a hub where information leaks and deals occur under his watchful eye.

The aging theatrical actor turned advisor, Flintheart injects flamboyance into the investigation and helps Tracy observe Priceless's movements.

Tracy's girlfriend, she puts herself at risk by engaging with Little and Clyde to lure Cueball, underscoring the personal stakes of the case.