Two Is a Family - Characters & Cast

To give Gloria the most magical, happy life possible, protecting her from the reality of her abandonment and her illness.

Starts as a carefree bachelor avoiding all responsibility. Through raising Gloria, he discovers profound selfless love. He moves from fleeing fear to embracing the most painful reality imaginable—surviving his child.

To connect with her mother and enjoy her life with her father.

She acts as the bridge between the adults. While she seems to be the one learning from Samuel, she is actually the one teaching him how to live. She faces her illness with a quiet bravery that surpasses her father's.

To reclaim the daughter she abandoned and assuage her guilt.

She abandons her child due to postpartum depression/fear, returns seeking redemption and custody, and ultimately has to face the tragic consequence of the time she lost.

To support Samuel and Gloria; he loves them as his own family.

He provides the stability and career Samuel needs. He acts as the second parent and the voice of reason who eventually forces the truth to come out.