Edward Scissorhands - Characters & Cast

To be loved, accepted, and 'finished.' He primarily seeks to please those who show him kindness, especially Peg and Kim.

Edward moves from isolated innocence to social acceptance and finally to tragic exile. He learns the complexities of human nature—love, hate, and jealousy—but realizes he can never truly belong in the ordinary world.

Initially social status and peer pressure, later driven by genuine love and a desire to protect Edward from the mob.

Kim starts as a shallow, popular teenager embarrassed by Edward. She evolves into a compassionate woman who sees past appearances, falling in love with Edward's soul and ultimately protecting him by letting him go.

Maternal instinct and a desire to help the 'sad' and lonely.

Peg is the catalyst who brings Edward down. She remains kind and well-meaning but ultimately realizes her attempt to integrate Edward into her world has caused him pain.

Jealousy, greed, and a need to maintain social dominance.

Jim devolves from a possessive boyfriend to a violent antagonist. He represents the intolerance and cruelty hidden beneath the suburban surface.