Where Are the Children?

A mother who rebuilt her life in Adams Port after a California past marked by a wrongful conviction and personal trauma. She is fiercely protective of her children, determined to shield them from the danger of the kidnapping. The crisis forces her to confront memories of abuse and the skepticism of local authorities, testing her resilience and resolve.

A lively 6-year-old whose playful nature makes the danger of kidnapping even more urgent for his mother. He shows courage and quick instincts during the crisis, contributing to his own and others' survival. His bond with Nancy and Missy anchors the family’s struggle to reunite.

A 5-year-old girl who becomes a central figure in the kidnapping plot. Her presence heightens the urgency for Nancy and Clay to act, and her safety becomes the focus of the rescue effort. Her vulnerability contrasts with the lengths her mother will go to protect her.

The psychopathic kidnapper who hides in the Lookout and holds Missy and Michael. He is a manipulative and violent antagonist who destabilizes the town and challenges Nancy's sense of safety. His confrontation with Nancy culminates in a deadly downfall when the Lookout scene ends and the tree collapses.

Nancy's therapist who helps her access suppressed memories of her past abuse and the circumstances surrounding her past conviction. He offers clinical insight that informs Nancy's interpretation of the danger and her path to reclaiming agency. His guidance shapes how she processes fear and truth.

The Adams Port police chief who initially leans toward suspecting Nancy due to past events but ultimately leads the search for the missing children. He balances procedural caution with the urgency of a town-wide threat. His perspective evolves as new evidence emerges.

A family friend and real estate agent involved with selling the Lookout. She becomes an unlikely ally, finding Missy's mitten and connecting clues that point to the Lookout as the kidnapper's hideout. Her loyalties and observations help shift the investigation toward the true culprit.

A local radio DJ who broadcasts information about Nancy's past, inadvertently feeding the kidnapper's scheme to manipulate the investigation. He becomes a conduit for past secrets that complicate the search for Missy and Michael.

A deputy who participates in the investigation and helps disseminate information. His involvement reflects the tension between protection and suspicion as the case unfolds.

An instructor in Carl's biology department who becomes a key witness in the past case. He has moved to Canada, complicating legal proceedings and the possibility of reopening the case. His absence at critical moments underscores the fragility of testimonies tied to the past.

A Greek businessman who attempts to acquire the Lookout and becomes one of the early suspects in the investigation. He ultimately confronts Parrish and pays with his life, highlighting the dangers surrounding the Lookout and its ownership.