Riverdale - Characters & Cast

Initially driven by a desire to protect his father's legacy; later evolves into a drive to save the town's soul from various physical and moral threats.

Transitions from a conflicted athlete/musician to a vigilante, a soldier, and finally a community leader. In the 1950s reset, he finds peace as a construction worker who discovers a love for poetry, shedding his "savior" complex.

Driven by an insatiable need for truth and a fear of the "serial killer gene" she believes she inherited.

Begins as the "girl next door" suppressed by a controlling mother. She embraces her darker impulses, becomes a literal FBI agent, and eventually finds fulfillment as a progressive feminist writer in the 1950s timeline.

Wants to build her own legacy and prove that she can be successful without succumbing to her family's ruthless methods.

Moves from a reformed "mean girl" socialite to a savvy businesswoman battling her father's empire. She eventually moves to Hollywood to become a legendary film producer, finally establishing an identity entirely independent of the Lodge name.

Motivated by the search for a sense of belonging and the need to document the truth, no matter how strange.

Develops from a cynical loner to a gang leader, a teacher, and an angelic observer. He ultimately accepts his role as the town's chronicler, ensuring that the memory of Riverdale survives the end of the world.

Driven by a profound need for love and validation after being rejected and controlled by her parents.

Starts as a grieving, manipulative antagonist. She evolves through deep trauma to become a powerful witch and an activist for queer rights, ultimately finding a peaceful life as an artist alongside Toni Topaz.