Eaten by Lions

Pete is loyal and protective of his half-brother Omar. He experiences tension when Ellen and Ken prefer Peter for adoption, revealing his own need for belonging. He follows Omar on the Blackpool trip, providing practical, grounded perspective amid the chaos. Pete's steady presence undercuts the theatrics around their journey and highlights the importance of family ties.

Omar is the more impulsive and hopeful half-brother, driven by a search for his estranged father and a place in the family. His journey includes moments of warmth with colorful locals and tension when he feels abandoned by Pete. He must balance independence with responsibility as the trip unfolds, learning to trust others.

Grandma Sajida acts as the family’s nurturing matriarch, taking Pete and Omar in after their parents’ death. Her passing becomes the catalyst that pushes the brothers to seek truth about their father and to redefine what family means beyond blood. She embodies memory, care, and the ties that bind the clan together.

Ray runs a welcoming guesthouse by the sea and provides shelter and guidance during the brothers’ travels. He offers hospitality and a sense of community among the colorful cast they meet along the coast, acting as a practical, friendly ally.

Parveen is Malik's daughter who is initially mute, observing the world with keen attention before forming a bond with Pete. Her quiet presence hides a sharp intelligence and a capacity for warmth, which grows as she opens up in the chaotic family scene.

Nadia is Malik's eldest daughter, who appears at the engagement luncheon and is part of the wider family dynamic. She contributes to the film’s lively family scenes and interactions that reveal cultural and generational contrasts within the clan.

Irfan is Malik's brother whose actions complicate the family history. He uses Malik's name to navigate his own identity within the clan, and his temper and childlike reactions reveal the fragility of family loyalties under pressure.

Saftar is the family patriarch who enforces discipline and tradition. His authority is a source of tension, particularly when he punishes Irfan for misusing Malik's name, highlighting the clash between generations within the family unit.

Akeel is part of the extended family connected to Omar and Pete’s journey, sharing in the family’s celebrations and tensions. He offers support and a seasoned perspective as the young duo navigates unfamiliar social terrain.