Background: Son of Lucas and Sophia, raised to despise his mother. Manipulated by Bianca into cruelty, but still a child caught between conflicting truths. Character Arc: From brainwashed and hostile toward Sophia, to gradual realization of her love and true identity. Traits: Innocent yet corrupted by influence, emotional, torn between two “mothers.”

Background: Sophia’s daughter, born after she left Lucas. Suffers from a blood disease, raised in poverty by Sophia. Innocent and kind-hearted, deeply protective of her mother. Visually 6-8. Character Arc: The embodiment of innocence—her existence forces the truth about Sophia’s sacrifices and lineage to surface. Traits: Sweet, fragile yet brave, symbol of hope and love.

Background: Patriarch of the Vincent family. Initially stern and cold, but ultimately values bloodline and acknowledges Annie as family. Character Arc: From rigid guardian of family honor to reluctant protector of Sophia and Annie once their true lineage is revealed. Traits: Strict, authoritative, intimidating presence, but bound by legacy and bloodline.

Background: Matriarch of the Frost family, powerful allies of the Vincents. She raised Bianca as her own, though Bianca is not her biological daughter. Her influence and alliance with the Vincents make her a key figure in upholding the family’s social power. Character Arc: Appears as a respectable, dignified elder who genuinely treats Bianca as a daughter. However, her stance deepens the conflict, as her loyalty to Bianca complicates Lucas’s and Sophia’s reunion. Traits: Elegant, commanding, protective of her family’s reputation, blind to Bianca’s cruelty until it threatens her legacy.

Background: Butler of the Vincent family, sympathetic to Sophia and Annie, secretly defends them. Provides exposition of truth. Character Arc: Moves from powerless servant to instrumental ally in exposing Bianca. Traits: Loyal, moral, courageous despite low status.

Background: A respected doctor who once helped Sophia secretly donate her organs to save Lucas and Liam. Seen by Lucas as the “other man” because of his closeness with Sophia, though his true role is one of loyalty and sacrifice. Character Arc: Torn between medical duty, compassion for Sophia, and accusations of betrayal. Serves as both confidant and protector, holding the truth of Sophia’s sacrifice until it threatens to consume them all. Traits: Calm, intelligent, empathetic, quietly heroic. A moral compass but also a source of tension for Lucas.

Can play the role of Male, 18, Fred's oldest son. Instead of studying for his S.A.T.s, Ritchie is more concerned with sneaking out at night to make out with his girlfriend... CAUCASIAN To play younger (16)

Can play the role of Male, 40s, eager, opportunistic, insensitive, he is a Meridian Employee who corners his associate. Not as interested in the hostage situation involving their company, he is more focused on moving forward with a business deal... CAUCASIAN

Can play the role of Female, 9, she is Fred's youngest daughter and might be a bit of a daddy's girl, insisting on her dad signing her field trip permission slip instead of her mom... CAUCASIAN

Can play the role of Male, focused, tactical, he is a SWAT Officer who evaluates his options to disarm a criminal in a hostage situation... OPEN ETHNICITY

Can play the role of Female, 5, Jenny is Dick and Ibby's middle child. She is loud, chaotic, she is seen playing with other kids, causing a ruckus... CAUCASIAN

Can play the role of Male, 40s, he is the security guard for the Hall house. Seen lackadaisically exiting the bathroom mid-shift, he may not have the sense of urgency a security guard should, but he is a trusted employee... OPEN ETHNICITY

Can play the role of Female, efficient, professional, this Secretary dictates what is said during a meeting with the Meridian Mortgage executives as they draft a public apology... OPEN ETHNICITY

Can play the role of Male. This Officer in a command centre receives a call that they patch through to the appropriate recipient... OPEN ETHNICITY

Can play the role of Male. An Officer who is skeptical of an unknown Federal Officer brought into their case... OPEN ETHNICITY

Can play the role of Male. An Officer who is skeptical of the Federal Officer brought into their case, and is comically confused about what their role is... OPEN ETHNICITY

Can play the role of Male, this Sheriff reviews the blueprints of a residence with other officers as they debate how to handle a hostage situation... CAUCASIAN

Can play the role of Female, 18. Ritchie's girlfriend, Ritchie and Amy make out in the front yard after Ritchie sneaks out his house. CAUCASIAN

Can play the role of Male, 7, Dick and Ibby's oldest son. Dickie doesn't say much but he is very observant. CAUCASIAN

Can play the role of Male, 3, Dick and Ibby's youngest son. CAUCASIAN