The Limping Man

American former soldier who arrives in London to see a wartime girlfriend. He is driven by a mix of romance and curiosity, and he reacts with practical resolve as the mystery unfolds. His perception of events is tested as the plot twists between danger, romance, and a surreal reveal that everything might be a dream.

An actress who becomes entangled with Frank and holds a complicated past involving Kendall Brown. She reveals critical details about blackmail and a smuggling operation and exhibits both charm and a calculating edge. Her confession about letters and the boat-based smuggling adds volatility to the plot.

A man carrying forged documents and a photograph that ties him to Brown’s supposed death. He uses blackmail to manipulate Pauline and remains a volatile figure whose apparent death later complicates the investigation. His presence drives the tension and reveals shifting motives.

Ex-wife of Kendall Brown, whose autograph and letters connect to the wider conspiracy. Her involvement is tied to the emotional and criminal web surrounding Brown and the forged documents. She embodies the intrigue of personal history colliding with criminal plots.

The limping man who unsettles Pauline and turns out to be the theatre’s stage manager. He embodies the close, technical role behind the scenes, whose physical limp becomes a pivotal clue. His presence adds a tangible sense of menace before the reveal ties him to the larger mystery.

Scotland Yard inspector leading the investigation alongside Detective Cameron. He represents authority and methodical inquiry, coordinating interviews and evidence gathering. His dynamic with the other characters shapes the investigation’s pace and tone.

Braddock’s partner in investigation, contributing sharp analysis and persistence. He helps drive the inquiry through dialogue and cross-examination, pushing characters to reveal their connections and lies. His role reinforces the procedural aspect of the plot.

A pivotal figure revealed on the plane’s final twist as part of the crew in the broader conspiracy. Although not tied to a known actor in the provided cast list, this character is central to the ending’s reversal of perceived reality.