Scotland Yard Investigator

Director of the National Gallery who collaborates with his granddaughter Toni to safeguard the Mona Lisa. He weighs the risk of scandal against duty and becomes a central figure in orchestrating the painting’s protection and recovery.

Hoffmeyer’s accomplice, posing as a Louvre visitor to facilitate the theft. He is a calculating, undercover operator who helps execute the plan, adding tension to the criminal enterprise.

Hoffmeyer’s other henchman who refuses to participate in murder, leading to his death at Hoffmeyer’s hands. His fate underscores the ruthlessness of the operation.

Sam Todworthy’s wife who joins the pursuit of justice. She shoots Hoffmeyer to avenge her husband, but is mortally wounded in the confrontation.

An art dealer entangled in the scheme, he negotiates the possibility of selling the real Mona Lisa and becomes a central figure in the investigative arc.

A notorious art collector and mastermind of the theft, he orchestrates the plan, suspects others, and confronts law enforcement in a climactic showdown.

James Collison’s wife, offering support during the crisis and representing the personal dimension of a family connected to cultural institutions.

James's granddaughter, fiancée of Inspector Cartwright, she aids the police and influences decisions around the painting’s fate.

Scotland Yard inspector and Toni's fiancé, assigned to the murder investigation and balancing professional duty with personal ties.

The younger generation connected to the ongoing legacy of the case, hinting at a lasting impact across time.

Director of the Louvre who coordinates with Toni and explains the kidnapping of Louvre agents, representing museum authority in the international art world.