Villain

A ruthless London gangster who blends brutal control with a surprising tenderness toward his elderly mother. He masterminds the wages robbery and maintains power through intimidation, yet his volatility reveals a more complex psyche. Dakin’s strategic mind and willingness to cross lines for the crew define him as a chilling antagonist.

A minor but influential drug and sex trade facilitator who supplies girls to an aristocratic host. In debt to Dakin, Wolfe becomes a tool to pressure others and secure Dakin’s objectives, revealing his vulnerability to the crime lord’s leverage. He embodies exploitation and the transactional nature of the criminal world.

Fletcher’s brother-in-law who joins the heist with apparent loyalty but faces the gang’s suspicions of double-crossing. He is abducted by Dakin’s men and killed when the money cannot be found, highlighting the brutal consequences of backing the wrong ally. His fate underscores the precarious nature of loyalty in the criminal network.

A persistent police detective who relentlessly tracks Dakin, using informants to stay ahead of the gang. He embodies methodical investigative persistence, balancing skepticism with a willingness to push boundaries in pursuit of justice. Binney’s presence anchors the pursuit of the criminal underworld.

A senior detective who collaborates with Binney to dismantle Dakin’s operation. He coordinates surveillance and procedural efforts, representing the law’s reach into the gangster’s milieu. His role emphasizes the cat-and-mouse dynamic between police and criminals.

A member of Parliament who becomes entangled in Wolfe’s scheme to fabricate an alibi for the robbery. He embodies political exposure to undermine Dakin’s plans, illustrating the film’s theme of power used to shield crime. His vulnerability to manipulation showcases the era’s darker political undercurrents.

Dakin’s rival whose involvement in the heist and its aftermath demonstrates the volatile nature of underworld alliances. He is injured in the robbery, and his position as a counterpart to Dakin highlights the competition and danger within criminal networks. Fletcher’s presence serves as a counterbalance to Dakin’s brutal leadership.

An informant within Dakin’s circle who feeds Matthews information about the crew. His loyalty seems contingent, and his role as the information conduit reinforces the police’s ability to stay ahead. Danny’s position as a go-between underscores the fragility of trust in organized crime.