The Falcon in San Francisco

A polished, quick-witted detective known as The Falcon, Tom drives the investigation with charm and intellect. He remains unwavering in protecting Annie while unraveling a tangle of intrigue surrounding Duke Monet and Doreen Temple. His partnership with Goldie balances nerve with humor as they pursue clues across SF and the ship.

Tom’s loyal sidekick, resourceful and often providing comic relief. He helps track leads, reads people, and keeps the duo grounded as danger rises. His bond with Tom strengthens the pursuit from train to harbor.

A lonely young girl whose claims about captivity spark the investigation. She oscillates between fear and trust as Tom and Goldie uncover the truth about Loomis, Carla Keyes, and the complicity surrounding the ship's cargo. Her presence drives the emotional core of the story.

The film’s primary villain, a gangster using a secret identity to protect his family. He manipulates Doreen and others to hijack cargo, and his ultimate motive centers on money and power. His dual identities create constant suspicion and tension until the final showdown.

Owner of Star Coastal Lines and sister to Annie; outwardly confident and pragmatic, she becomes entangled with Duke Monet's scheme. Her loyalties blur as revelations about Doreen and Vantine surface, complicating Tom’s pursuit.

The nurse claimed to hold Annie captive; she appears as an ally of Annie but is linked to the mastermind. Her involvement hints at the depths of the conspiracy and the danger the sisters face.

The loyal butler employed by the Marshall household; his murder marks a turning point and reveals the stakes of the criminals’ operation. His presence underscores class dynamics and the vulnerability of the young Annie.

A glamorous benefactor who bailed Tom out and directs a taunting game with Duke and Vantine. Her ambitions extend beyond money as she pursues power and manipulation in a dangerous web.

A gangster aligned with Doreen, using violence and threats to control the cargo and the events around the ship. He engages in a final confrontation where his plans are thwarted by Tom and Duke’s revelation.

Doreen’s bodyguard and enforcer; he participates in the pursuit against Tom and Duke and is a potential lever in the showdowns that unfold on and around the Citadel.