Kisses for Breakfast

A handsome singer and notorious ladies' man who suffers amnesia after being attacked by Clara's accomplice. He adopts the alias 'Happy Homes' and ends up on Laura's plantation, where his charm entangles two women. His memory return tests whether love can outlast deception and dual loyalties.

A fickle socialite who breaks engagements and orchestrates schemes to maintain her own romantic advantage. She and Laura collide over Rodney, and her plans lead to slapstick clashes and a dramatic reckoning. Her willingness to manipulate others highlights the era's moral complexities in romance.

Juliet's Southern cousin who runs a nearly bankrupt cotton plantation with warm practicality. She welcomes the man she believes to be 'Happy Homes' into her home and heart, not realizing his true identity. Laura's loyalty and determination help steer the story toward a genuine love with Rodney.

Juliet's former fiancé who holds a sharp eye for the unfolding scheming. He helps piece together the truth as the story progresses and recognizes the impostor's identity among the ensemble. His presence adds a competing romantic interest and a pragmatic voice to the chaos.

A blackmailer who exploits past entanglements to influence the living. Her scheme triggers the central amnesia plot and the subsequent scramble to uncover truth. Clara embodies the film's theme of deception feeding the comedy.

Juliet's psychiatrist uncle who hypnotizes Rodney to recover his memory, setting the stage for dramatic revelations. His professional status adds a legitimate foil to the chaotic romantic hijinks. He plays a pivotal role in revealing the truth.

Juliet's friend who witnesses the blackmail and becomes entangled in the schemes. She observes the chaotic departure of the newlyweds and participates in the party atmosphere that fuels the farce. Betty represents the loyal yet meddling friend archetype common to screwball comedies.

A wise elder within the plantation household who embodies the multigenerational Southern setting. His presence grounds the comedy in a lived-in world of family and tradition. He contributes to the sense of community amid the romance and chaos.