Viktor's wife, dealing with intense personal grief after the loss of her son, which creates distance from her family. Her mourning shapes her interactions with those around her.

Lyudmila's sister, who navigates complex relationships and loyalty between her ex-husband Krymov and her lover Novikov. Her choices highlight personal freedom amidst war.

An Old Bolshevik commissar whose strong Party beliefs are tested by the system he serves. His character represents the struggles of maintaining ideology under duress.

A decisive tank corps commander, known for his military skill and straightforward patriotism. His love for Zhenya reveals his more personal vulnerabilities.

An Old Bolshevik caught in a German concentration camp, confronting ideological parallels between Nazism and Stalinism. His internal conflict is reflective of his revolutionary past.

An army doctor captured by Germans, showing profound compassion and sacrifice in dire circumstances. Her story highlights the tragedy of the Jewish people during the Holocaust.

The matriarch of the Shaposhnikov family, embodying integrity and compassion. She serves as a moral anchor amidst the surrounding chaos.

A commissar adept in power dynamics, representing Stalinist leadership’s pragmatic approach. His character represents the clash between military objectives and political ideology.

The charismatic commander of House 6/1, known for his independence and leadership style that contrasts the structured military hierarchy. He symbolizes a fleeting spirit of freedom.

A former Tolstoyan imprisoned in the German camp, advocating for kindness outside of grand ideologies. His character emphasizes unyielding human empathy.