Every Girl Should Be Married

A department-store sales clerk with a fixation on marriage, she weaponizes social situations to test Madison's feelings. She is persistent, clever, and unafraid to push boundaries in pursuit of love. Her schemes reveal both charm and a willingness to manipulate others, but she also shows genuine concern for happiness.

A pediatrician who enjoys bachelorhood; he approaches relationships with skepticism toward manipulation, yet he is open to love when he finds sincerity. He remains calm under manipulation and uses his intuition to see through Anabel's tactics.

A wealthy, three-times-married playboy who initially appears as a rival and potential ally; He is charming and perceptive, and ultimately falls for Anabel, complicating the pursuit of true affection.

Anabel's best friend who warns Madison about Anabel's schemes; She provides support and acts as a voice of reason, reflecting friendship dynamics and honesty.

Anabel's longtime hometown beau who appears to marry her; his presence introduces the question of lasting commitment and changes in love. He ultimately reveals his true status as a suitor and bows out to allow Anabel and Madison to decide.