The Long, Long Trailer

A practical civil engineer whose job requires constant travel, Nicky agrees to buy a massive trailer to travel with his new wife. He wants to keep expenses in check, often clashing with Tacy's romantic, spontaneous vision of a honeymoon home. He ultimately puts the trailer in Tacy's name and later contemplates selling it to settle into a house, highlighting his struggle between stability and adventure.

A hopeful, imaginative bride who adores the trailer life as a home and a fresh start. She fills the trailer with keepsakes like mason jars and rocks, turning the space into a sanctuary of memories. Her temperament swings between affection and frustration as she and Nicky navigate each new mishap, ending in a fragile reconciliation.

Tacy's aunt who hosts the couple during their travels; warm and forgiving, she represents family hospitality amidst their adventures. The visit includes a tense moment when Nicky and Tacy damage her aunt's rose bush and carport, highlighting the fragility of their family ties. Her presence anchors the domestic side of their journey.

An overbearing neighbor at the trailer park who embodies social pressure and meddling. She and other park residents complicate the couple's attempts to settle into trailer life, often driving the comedic pace of events. Her interactions reveal the daily realities of trailer-community life.

A family relative who appears during the couple's travels, providing a formal, supportive presence amid the chaos of their road trip. His interactions reflect the mix of affection and propriety that characters bring to the family dynamic. He helps ground the film’s domestic setting.

Tacy's aunt who participates in family visits and the meals around their travels. She represents the extended family network that frames the couple's adventures. Her presence reinforces the contrast between the spontaneity of travel and the expectations of home life.