Oklahoma Blues

A wily, public-spirited gunslinger who fuels Rainbow's End's drama by inventing The Melody Kid to boost the town's reputation. He uses deception to counter lawlessness but remains loyal to his friend Jimmy, helping to rescue him and expose the gang. His bold schemes drive much of the town's action and show a practical, if sometimes roguish, sense of honor.

Jimmy Wakely plays a law-abiding cowboy who pretends to be The Melody Kid to attract trouble away from Rainbow's End. He navigates trust issues with the gang and the town, ultimately aligning with Cannonball to rescue hostages and secure the town's funds. His moral compass contrasts with the schemes around him, and he ultimately contemplates leaving Rainbow's End with Cannonball.

The local undertaker and leader of the gang, Beasley manipulates events from behind the scenes, aiming to control the county-seat location. He orchestrates the arrest of The Melody Kid and tries to keep the town in thrall through fear and corporate scheming. His plan collides with the town's defenders, revealing his ruthlessness.

A gunman who reports to Beasley and pursues Jimmy and the Melody Kid. He brings danger and physical threats to Rainbow's End, intensifying the town's crisis. His confrontation with Jimmy and Cannonball adds a tense, action-driven layer to the plot.

Owner of a restaurant in Rainbow's End, Judy provides home-style cooking and a safe space within town life. She becomes entangled in the drama as Jimmy's presence temporarily complicates her business, but she remains a steadfast part of the town's community.

An aging, ailing sheriff who struggles to keep up with escalating lawlessness. His retirement plans drive his urgency to stabilize Rainbow's End, and he leans on partners like Cannonball and Jimmy to confront the gang.

The local judge who faces a choice between legal protocol and practical solutions to restore order. He contemplates hiring The Melody Kid to clean up the town, reflecting the tension between formal justice and street-level action.

The state commissioner who drives the political machinery around Rainbow's End. He evaluates the town's prospects as a county seat and weighs the town's lawlessness against its fundraising efforts.