The Temp

A recently divorced father and baked-goods executive who returns to a shocked company after treatment for paranoia. He navigates mounting professional pressure as the conglomerate takeover unfolds, and his suspicions about Kris deepen. Peter’s drive to protect his career ultimately collides with the ethical boundaries of those around him.

A ruthless executive who uses manipulation and crises to cement her own ascent. She pressures Peter and plays rivals against each other to safeguard her position. Charlene embodies the ruthless, calculating face of corporate power.

A seemingly loyal temp who reveals herself as a master manipulator with a calculated, sociopathic streak. She uses personal details and staged scenarios to influence Peter and others. Kris’s presence destabilizes the office as a series of deadly ambiguities follow.

Peter’s loyal assistant whose availability is compromised by a workplace accident. He becomes collateral damage in the drive for results, illustrating the human cost of corporate politics. His mishap foreshadows the dangerous climate surrounding promotions.

A workplace rival whose death from a mysterious cause triggers Peter’s rise. His end underscores the brutal cost of competition and the lengths some will go to eliminate rivals. He embodies the perilous climate of corporate intrigue.

The vice president whose apparent suicide reveals the depth of power struggles at the company. His death signals the high stakes and the precarious position executives occupy. Roger’s fate marks a turning point in Peter’s ascent.

A secretary who investigates Kris’s past and helps Peter uncover the truth behind the temp’s manipulations. Her curiosity and diligence make her a crucial ally in navigating the office’s web of secrets. She represents the informed insider who challenges corporate deceit.

Charlene’s secretary who reveals the true nature of the frames with stock photos, providing a key clue. She embodies the quiet observer who uncovers hidden truths beneath polished surfaces. Rosemary’s insight helps Peter see through the deception.

Peter’s wife who supports him as his career and family life become entangled with the office drama. She anchors Peter’s humanity amid manipulation and represents the personal stakes outside the corporate arena. Sharon reminds Peter of what he’s risking for his career.

Peter’s former rival from a competing company who reappears, arousing suspicion of sabotage. Brad adds external pressure and competition to the internal power struggle. He embodies the persistent threats that accompany corporate warfare.

Peter and Sharon’s son, who embodies the personal stakes of the corporate world’s power games. His presence grounds Peter and reminds him of the life he fights to protect. Nathan underscores the human costs of career-driven decisions.