An enslaved man living on the Shelby plantation in Kentucky. He holds deep religious faith and a strong moral compass. His unshakeable loyalty and honest nature earn him the trust of his masters and the respect of his community. Despite being subjected to the brutal realities of the slave trade, he remains steadfast in his Christian principles.

Mrs. Shelby's personal attendant. She was raised with Christian principles and is highly favored by her mistress. Her deep love for her husband and son drives her to take enormous risks to keep her family together when she learns of her master's debts.

A highly intelligent and talented enslaved man living on a neighboring plantation to the Shelbys. He invents a hemp-cleaning machine while working at a factory, but his success incurs the jealousy of his master. His harsh treatment pushes him to reject the system and plan an escape to Canada.

The beautiful, deeply pious daughter of Augustine and Marie St. Clare. She views the world with profound compassion and easily crosses social boundaries to befriend enslaved people. Her spiritual purity stands in sharp contrast to the corrupt adult world around her.

A coarse, superstitious plantation owner who runs a dilapidated property on the Red River. He intentionally works his enslaved laborers to death to maximize short-term profits. He relies on violence and intimidation to maintain control and despises any display of religious faith.

A wealthy, idealistic Louisiana gentleman who purchases Uncle Tom at his daughter's request. He recognizes the immorality of slavery but feels powerless to change the system, choosing instead to live a life of passive indulgence.

The wife of Arthur Shelby and mistress of the Shelby plantation. She genuinely believes she can make slavery a benign institution by treating her servants with Christian kindness. Her worldview shatters when she discovers her husband's secret debts.

A Kentucky plantation owner who considers himself an indulgent master. He mismanages his finances, falling into debt through poor speculation. He chooses to separate enslaved families rather than face complete financial ruin.

Augustine's older cousin from Vermont. She is pragmatic, severe, and strictly organized. While she opposes slavery on theoretical grounds, she struggles with her own unexamined prejudices when forced into direct contact with enslaved people.

A young, traumatized enslaved girl who has never known kindness or family. Having survived severe abuse, she protects herself through mischievous behavior and petty theft. She firmly believes she is inherently wicked.

A traveling slave trader who prides himself on his supposedly humane business practices. He views human beings entirely as merchandise and calculates their value based on market demands.

A large, physically intimidating headhunter who specializes in tracking down runaway slaves. He relies on brute force and violence to complete his jobs.

Tom Loker's business partner. Unlike the physically imposing Loker, Marks is short, slender, and calculating, treating human hunting as an administrative calculation.

Uncle Tom's wife and the highly skilled head cook on the Shelby plantation. She is fiercely protective of her family and devises plans to earn extra money to keep them together.

The young son of Arthur and Emily Shelby. He holds a deep affection for Uncle Tom and represents the next generation of white Southerners.

A slightly unstable, intelligent enslaved woman who lives on Legree's plantation. She has endured a tragic life filled with broken promises and separated children, leaving her cynical and bitter.

A beautiful, pious young woman who is separated from her mother and sold to Simon Legree.

Augustine's wealthy, self-absorbed wife. She claims to suffer from numerous physical ailments and constantly belittles the enslaved people who wait on her day and night.

The young, handsome son of Eliza and George Harris. His engaging appearance makes him highly desirable to slave traders.

A generous Quaker man who lives in a settlement that welcomes runaway slaves. He acts on his moral convictions by helping fugitives reach safety, defying unjust laws.

A gentle Quaker woman who provides a warm, domestic sanctuary for fleeing slaves. She offers comfort and practical support to those in need.