The Black Arrow

A brave nobleman and the film's protagonist, Richard is driven by his father’s murder and a desire to clear Sir John Sedley's name. He is resourceful, fearless, and willing to risk danger to uncover Brackley's deception. His journey pits personal courage against a web of political intrigue, and he grows into a defender of his family's honor.

Sedley's daughter who travels to Tunstall to become Brackley's ward. She is loyal, resourceful, and brave, and her knowledge helps Richard unravel Brackley's plot. Joanna's honesty and courage are pivotal as she reveals the truth about John Amend-All and aids in the fight against Brackley.

A power-hungry nobleman who aims to expand his lands by manipulating law and order. He orchestrates Sir John Sedley's faked execution to seize Sedley’s estates and to cement his own control over the region. Brackley relies on fear, cunning, and loyal allies to maintain his grip on power.

Brackley's rival and the man believed to have been executed, who actually survived. His return reframes the conflict as a fight to restore justice and clear his name. Sedley's resilience and alliance with Richard and Lawless highlight loyalty across generations.

One of Brackley's trusted associates who helps perpetuate the false narrative against Sedley. His involvement demonstrates how loyalty to Brackley facilitates corruption, and his arc underscores the cost of treachery within the alliance.

Another Brackley loyalist who backs Brackley's version of events. Hatch's cooperation with Brackley aids in sustaining the plot to seize Sedley's lands and suppress opposition.

One of Brackley's allies who participates in the schemes surrounding the wedding and Sedley's fate. Oates' presence in the castle underscores Brackley's control over the castle's guards and mechanisms of power.

A longtime ally of Sedley who helps Richard and Sedley uncover Brackley's crimes. Lawless is crafty, willing to take risks, and instrumental in the castle's final confrontation, including the ambush that halts the wedding and removes Oates from power.

The royal authority who attends the pivotal wedding as guest of honor and ultimately oversees the justice meted out to Brackley. His presence provides legitimacy to the trial by combat and supports the restoration of Sedley’s lands.