Rendezvous with Annie

An ex-Air Force clerk whose wartime experiences haunt his domestic life. He is impulsive and deeply devoted to his wife, yet his AWOL decision sets off a chain of misunderstandings. He remains determined to prove his paternity and secure his son’s inheritance, even as he faces suspicion and legal jeopardy.

Jeffrey’s wife, loving and supportive but vulnerable to gossip and the strain of his absence. She embodies loyalty but must navigate the social fallout of her husband’s disloyalty being publicly suspected. Her actions ultimately influence the sequence of events and the couple’s future.

A nightclub singer who becomes entangled with Jeffrey during a night out. She is confident, charming, and capable of stirring jealousy, yet she ultimately collaborates to tell the truth. Her choices propel the plot toward its climactic revelations.

The Old Duffer, a British aristocrat visiting the US who embodies authority and a sense of fair play. He becomes a key ally whose memory and dignity help uncover the truth. His involvement lends a sense of elder wisdom and legitimacy to the resolution.

A wealthy man with a mistress, he is a test of Jeffrey’s credibility. Thorndyke’s denial of meeting Jeffrey adds tension and ambiguity, highlighting how selective memory and social circles influence what people choose to reveal.

An Air Force comrade who accompanies Jeffrey and Avery to the club, he represents loyalty and the camaraderie of wartime friends. His fear of court-martial and potential consequences colors his actions and tells a partial truth.

Jeffrey’s friend who helps arrange the AWOL trip, Avery is a flier with practical concerns about plans and consequences. His cooperation is instrumental, yet he remains wary of the legal and military fallout.

A photographer who captures moments from the night and becomes a conduit for the truth through her images. Her interactions with Jeffrey and Dolores help expose the gaps in the narrative and drive the final confrontation.

Dolores’ jealous husband, who reacts with aggression when faced with accusations and misperceptions. His confrontations inject danger into the plot and test Jeffrey’s resolve.

A newspaper man who prints a photo that inflames public gossip. His sensationalism underscores the power of media in shaping reputations and the path to truth.

A high-ranking military officer who travels with Jeffrey’s group and becomes a symbol of authority potentially unaware of the personal drama around him. His memory lapses contribute to the mystery of the events.