I Wake Up Screaming

A charismatic, ruthless sports promoter who turns Vicky into a star, his ambition and possessiveness set the murder investigation in motion. He navigates loyalty and greed, but his temper surfaces as he confronts betrayal and the law.

Vicky's sister and Frankie’s ally who questions the growing danger around Vicky. She hesitates between sympathy and self-preservation, becoming a key witness to the crime and its aftermath.

An aspiring actress whose pursuit of fame drives the plot; her shifting loyalties and signing with a Hollywood producer signal the betrayal that leads to tragedy. Her murder becomes the fulcrum of the investigation.

The front desk manager of the apartment building and the killer revealed in a shocking confession. He uses access and familiarity to cover up the crime, expecting to escape detection.

The police detective who pursues Frankie with relentless intensity, blurring lines between pursuit of justice and personal vendetta. His manipulation of power aims to secure a confession.

A fading actor and Frankie’s friend who provides a window into the entertainment world’s rise-and-fall dynamic. His presence helps propel the investigation and adds a layer of cynicism about showbiz.

A gossip columnist whose connections and skepticism frame the public narrative around Vicky’s ascent and the case’s sensationalism.