Joey is a Filipina American yoga instructor married to a wealthy older comedian. She harbors deep trauma and fiercely guarded secrets from her difficult childhood in Toronto, where she learned early to compartmentalize her pain. She maintains a carefully controlled exterior and utilizes her yoga practice to manage her anxiety and physical dissociation resulting from early abuse.

Ruby is a first-generation Filipina immigrant who served nearly twenty years in a Canadian prison for the sensational murder of her wealthy lover. Dubbed the "Ice Queen" by the tabloid press, she is calculating and hardened by a lifetime of systemic prejudice. She is willing to use extortion and manipulation to secure financial stability and social status.

Drew is a Toronto-based investigative reporter who runs the highly successful podcast Things We Do in the Dark. He operates with a strict moral code and is deeply haunted by his perceived failure to protect a friend years ago. His dedication to uncovering the truth frequently places him at the center of controversial and brutal murder cases.

Elsie is a prominent Seattle lawyer and a trusted, longtime confidante of Jimmy Peralta. She is highly protective of Jimmy's estate and views his new marriage with extreme skepticism. She drafted a strict prenuptial agreement to secure his assets and maintains an uneasy, guarded posture toward his young wife.

Jimmy is a sixty-something former sitcom star attempting a career comeback through streaming specials. He struggles with the physical signs of aging, early dementia, and the immense pressures of returning to the spotlight. He leans heavily on his legal team and his new wife for personal support.

Charles is a wealthy Toronto bank president and philanthropist. His affluent lifestyle and pristine public image hide a predatory nature. His actions profoundly damage the young girls in his orbit, setting off a chain of violent events that culminate in a massive media circus.

Betty, whose real name is Mae Ocampo, is a young Filipina dancer working in Toronto. She engages in petty crime and serves as a drug courier for a local Vietnamese street gang. She is highly similar in appearance to her best friend, right down to a matching butterfly tattoo on her thigh.

Zoe works as Jimmy Peralta's dedicated personal assistant. She manages his schedule, fan mail, and daily affairs with efficient professionalism. She possesses intimate knowledge of his recent stress levels and private struggles leading up to his death.

Deborah is a dedicated social worker in Toronto who manages the fallout of high-profile arrests. She provides a rare source of stability for children caught in the welfare system. She keeps detailed files and diaries of her wards, making her a valuable resource for journalists.

Micky is a harsh, opportunistic man living in an isolated home in Maple Sound. He takes in family members primarily to collect monthly government kinship payments. He maintains a hostile household and subjects his young relatives to severe abuse.

Vinh is the notorious leader of the Blood Brothers, a Vietnamese street gang in Toronto specializing in cocaine trafficking. He runs a violent operation and closely monitors his subordinates for theft or disloyalty.

Tony is the current reputed leader of the Blood Brothers street gang, having taken over after his brother's death. He lives a wealthy, insulated lifestyle in Oakville funded by his criminal operations.

Sonny is a gruff, unpolished criminal defense attorney operating in Seattle. He focuses entirely on crafting a viable defense strategy for his clients without concerning himself with their actual guilt or innocence. He pushes aggressively to solidify alibis and challenge police timelines.