The Girl on the Pier

A steady, by-the-book detective who drives the murder investigation and dictates the warrant. He keeps a firm hand on proceedings and coordinates the police presence on the Brighton Pier. His focus on procedure helps maintain order as the case unfolds around his family. He embodies disciplined authority in the seaside thriller.

The observant teenage son who witnesses crucial moments and pieces together clues. He follows the trail of deception and shares findings with his sister Cathy and the reporter Ronnie. His curiosity pushes the investigation forward even as he deals with a dangerous situation. He represents the questions and courage of youth amid adult peril.

An ex-convict who uses charm to pry information and blackmail Hammond. He thrives on insider knowledge and manipulation, creating tension as he plays one side against another. His confrontation with Hammond leads to his fatal shooting and eventual demise. He embodies the volatile threat lurking behind seaside leisure.

A teenage crime reporter who teams up with Cathy and Charlie to investigate. He gathers clues, shares information, and helps connect the dots about Nick’s past. His curiosity and willingness to dig into the story push the narrative forward. He acts as a bridge between the kids and the official investigation.

Rita’s husband and the man Hammond who is actually Harper. He plots with Rita and hides his criminal past, ultimately resorting to violence. He uses the waxworks setting to disguise himself, intensifying the suspense. His pursuit and ultimate fate drive the climax of the story.

Wife of Hammond who flirts with Nick and becomes entangled in a web of infidelity and danger. She resists blackmail while navigating the tense dynamics of her marriage. Her role highlights the personal costs of crime and secrecy in a seaside town.

The motherly figure who protects her family and keeps Charlie close. She embodies practical, everyday resilience in a tense situation. Her presence anchors the family amid the unfolding intrigue and danger on the pier.

The daughter who chats with the crime reporter and helps connect clues. She is resourceful and engaged in the investigation, contributing to uncovering the truth. Her perspective as a young observer adds to the suspense and drives moments of revelation.