Dragonwyck

A farm girl from Greenwich who dreams of romance and a richer life. Her innocence and moral compass guide her through peril, even as she is drawn into the opulent world of Dragonwyck. Her resilience and care for her family anchor the story amid mounting danger.

A wealthy patroon whose pride and power drive him to maintain the old social order. He is capable of romance, yet his possessiveness turns dangerous as illusions of grandeur give way to instability. His decline culminates in violence and tragedy.

Nicholas's wife, estranged from him and living within the manor's shadow. Her sudden illness and death expose the peril that surrounds the estate and the secrets it harbors. Her presence lingers as a catalyst for the unfolding tragedy.

The eight-year-old daughter of Nicholas and Johanna, whose presence highlights the personal costs of the feud between old wealth and new pressures. Katrine's innocence stands in contrast to the dark, adult world around her.

Anti-Rent supporter and trusted physician who becomes a key ally to Miranda and her family. He helps navigate the dangerous politics of the manor and ultimately plays a role in bringing the truth to light. His presence embodies the clash between reformist ideas and aristocratic power.

Miranda's loyal maid who fears for her mistress's safety. Peg acts as a protective confidante, guiding Miranda through the perils of the manor and standing up to the looming threat.

Miranda's father, a practical farmer who loves his daughter and worries about her entanglement with Dragonwyck. He embodies rural virtue and the grounded perspective of the Wells family.

Miranda's mother, cautious and devout, who weighs the risks of sending her daughter away to a life of luxury. Her decisions reflect a blend of faith, practicality, and concern for family honor.

A tenant farmer evicted by Nicholas as part of enforcing the estate's authority. His fate and the accusation of murder tie into the anti-rent tensions simmering beneath the surface of Dragonwyck’s world.