The Legend of Al, John and Jack

Al is the trio's leader who unexpectedly wakes with memory loss after electrocution. He is street-smart, impulsive, and fiercely loyal to his friends, often improvising plans that toe the line between bold and reckless. His memory lapses force him to continually renegotiate who he is and how he will survive the next step in their scheme.

John is a silver-tongued con artist who collaborates with Al and Jack. He often recruits clever ruses and deftly handles misdirection, yet he hides his own vulnerabilities behind a confident facade. His loyalty to the group is tested as plans unravel and propels them toward uneasy alliances.

Jack is a volatile, quick-witted member of the trio who gets carried away by schemes and misfires. He provides comic relief but also exposes the consequences of reckless improvisation. His double life as a con artist makes him a wildcard whose loyalties evolve with each twist.

Sam is the city's feared mob boss with a calculating mind. He manipulates events from behind the scenes, aiming to tape a traitor's moment for the FBI while keeping his own power intact. His control over fear and leverage makes him the central antagonist the trio must outsmart.

Tom is one of Genovese's guards, a tough, watchful enforcer who underscores the constant threat looming over the trio. His rigid demeanor and sharp vigilance create obstacles for Al, John, and Jack as they attempt to execute their plans.

The elderly aunt serves as a plot MacGuffin that drives the trio's mission around the bus station. Her appearance triggers chaos when a defective gun injures her, highlighting the brutal consequences of their schemes.

A famous boxer whose challenge offers a payday for the man who can beat him, representing the outside opportunities that keep the trio chasing a better life. He also embodies the era's willingness to chase quick fame and fortune.

Calogero's disappearance casts a shadow over the trio's plans and adds a layer of mystery to the botched assassination attempt. His absence prompts the men to improvise and feed the underworld's uncertainty.

The Boss stands as a powerful underworld figure whose presence influences Genovese's decisions and the trio's fortunes. His authority encapsulates the danger that the criminals must navigate to stay ahead.

The waiter becomes an accidental obstacle during the chaotic room-service stunt, colliding with Al as plans come apart. His presence adds a layer of slapstick tension to the sequence.