King of the World

A practical survivor who quickly takes charge of the search for the cockpit. He orchestrates risky moves and ultimately detonates a nuclear bomb in a desperate bid to eliminate the giant ape. He remains cool under pressure but faces the cost of their survival as the jungle closes in around them.

The group's leader as they trek through the jungle, guiding their search for help and making tough calls in the field. He drives the journey into dangerous territory, enduring losses as they progress.

A lone, enigmatic officer who arrives at the crash carrying a briefcase and a secretive mission. He attempts to rig a signal gun, proves resourceful under pressure, and ultimately dies during the ape rampage, sacrificing himself for others.

A survivor who aligns with the group after escaping danger; She remains pragmatic and supportive as they navigate the jungle, juggling caution with courage.

Captured by the natives and brainwashed into joining their sacrificial rite; later she fakes brainwashing to aid Ed and ensure their escape.

Dana's companion who is brainwashed into joining; she shares the peril of the natives and becomes a risk and resource in equal measure.

A member of the expedition who is killed by the giant scorpions early in the ordeal, marking the jungle's deadly reach.