Many popular movies don’t fully develop their romantic relationships, focusing more on the main story. Often, a hero will have a love interest or crush who seems important, but they only appear in a few scenes and don’t get much of a detailed background. This list highlights those characters – the ones set up as significant to the main character but who aren’t explored as deeply as the plot, world-building, or other characters.
Okay, let’s talk characters. I often found myself watching people appear who were clearly linked to the main character, but then… that’s mostly what they *did* – react. The scale of the plot sometimes just swallowed them whole, and too often, they felt defined by how they impacted the hero’s journey, rather than having journeys of their own. What really struck me was how little the movie actually *gave* these characters – in terms of a real role, how much time they were on screen, and what purpose they served in the overall story.
Iris West
In ‘The Flash,’ Iris West is a journalist and a college friend of Barry Allen. They reconnect in Central City, and the movie shows glimpses of their shared past, highlighting their close and caring relationship. While Barry deals with a multiversal crisis, Iris remains somewhat separate from it. We see them casually connecting – grabbing coffee, visiting each other’s homes – and she’s there to support him as his life returns to normal after the crisis is over.
She grounds Barry in a relatable, normal world, offering a break from his superhero adventures and time-traveling issues. While her job provides a convenient reason for her to meet Barry during a case, she isn’t essential to the larger goal of fixing the timeline. Their connection happens quickly and doesn’t significantly impact the main story of preventing disaster.
Jenny Halsey
In ‘The Mummy,’ Jenny Halsey is an archaeologist with a past connection to adventurer Nick Morton. She’s part of a mysterious organization called Prodigium, headed by Dr. Jekyll, which gets her involved in a dangerous quest to find a sarcophagus and stop the resulting curse. The movie then teams her up with Nick as they run from supernatural dangers across both deserts and the city of London.
She’s heavily involved in uncovering information and orchestrating rescue operations as Prodigium investigates what’s drawn Nick’s attention. She offers crucial historical background and logistical support, driving the story forward. Her link to Nick adds an emotional element to the narrative while still keeping the focus on Prodigium’s overall goals.
Christine Palmer
In ‘Doctor Strange,’ Christine Palmer is a skilled surgeon at Metro General Hospital and someone Stephen Strange used to work with. She provides crucial medical assistance when Strange is injured during his adventures. Their history is revealed through their comfortable working relationship and subtle conversations, hinting at how Strange’s decisions impacted both of their lives.
‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ features a version of Christine who works at the Baxter Foundation. She explains how an alternate reality works and assists Strange and America Chavez in controlling powerful magic. Her relationship with Strange is highlighted by a wedding scene at the start and a final goodbye, while the central conflict revolves around the dangers of the multiverse.
Jane Foster
Jane Foster is an astrophysicist who first meets Thor through her research on wormholes. In ‘Thor: The Dark World,’ she becomes incredibly important when a powerful force called the Aether merges with her, making her central to a dangerous conflict. Asgardian forces try to protect the Aether, and Jane’s scientific background and connection to Thor explain why different worlds begin to collide around her.
‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ brings back Jane Foster as the Mighty Thor when her hammer, Mjolnir, chooses her. The movie explores how her illness influences her decisions and impacts her relationship with Thor as they team up to rescue kidnapped children. Through their adventures, the film connects their heroic deeds with their shared past, all while facing a powerful and determined enemy.
Dane Whitman
In the movie ‘Eternals,’ Dane Whitman is a museum employee living in London who is dating Sersi. We first see him as Sersi is living a normal human life before reconnecting with her immortal family. While the Eternals deal with a major crisis and their own disagreements, Dane is largely left out of the action.
He reappears briefly to ground Sersi in the normal world and learns something about his family history. A scene after the credits suggests future storylines for his character, beyond just being Sersi’s partner. Throughout the movie, he represents the difference between a regular human life and the responsibilities of being immortal.
Anne Weying
Anne Weying, Eddie Brock’s ex-fiancée, is a lawyer who gets involved in the same case Eddie is investigating – a group called the Life Foundation. After Eddie merges with the Venom symbiote, Anne helps him, and even briefly becomes Venom’s host during a dangerous situation. Her skills as a lawyer and her bravery are crucial in keeping Eddie safe and out of jail.
In ‘Venom: Let There Be Carnage,’ Anne continues to be a strong support for Eddie as he navigates his life with Venom. She helps him through a new crisis, works alongside him, and arranges important meetings that lead to the climactic battle. Even after they’ve broken up, she sets healthy boundaries but remains willing to help whenever Eddie needs her.
Viviane Wembly
In ‘Transformers: The Last Knight,’ Viviane Wembly is an Oxford professor and expert on Arthurian legends. She becomes vital to the story when long-hidden secrets are revealed, as she’s discovered to be a descendant of Merlin and the only one who can use a powerful artifact. She then teams up with Cade Yeager and the Autobots in a desperate attempt to save the world.
She’s the go-to expert when it comes to knights, dragons, and the history of the Transformers. The movie brings her together with Cade through playful arguments and facing challenges side-by-side, eventually hinting at a romantic connection. While a little romance blossoms, the main story focuses on family history and an ancient prophecy.
Tessa Yeager
In ‘Transformers: Age of Extinction,’ Tessa Yeager is a teenage girl and the daughter of Cade Yeager. She’s secretly dating race car driver Shane Dyson. When her father discovers Optimus Prime, the family finds themselves caught in a dangerous chase with government agents and alien hunters. Tessa is captured by the villain Lockdown, forcing Cade and the Autobots to come to her rescue.
Throughout the film, a connection with Shane appears alongside the main action, especially during high-speed chases. Meanwhile, she’s often in danger as Cade and his team pursue their enemies around the world. Although there’s a romantic element, the story primarily focuses on shifting from simply staying alive to protecting all of humankind.
June Moone
June Moone joins the Suicide Squad as an archaeologist who is possessed by the powerful being called Enchantress. Her romantic relationship with Colonel Rick Flag gives Amanda Waller a way to control them both during dangerous missions. When Enchantress gains full control, June’s body becomes the vessel for the main villain.
The movie focuses on Rick’s attempts to rescue June while his team fights off supernatural dangers in a ruined city. The story’s most important moments revolve around whether they can save Enchantress’s heart and separate June from the powerful being controlling her. Rick’s love for June influences his choices, and the team’s overall mission keeps the plot moving forward.
Rose Tico
In ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi,’ Rose Tico is a mechanic for the Resistance who teams up with Finn to locate a codebreaker. Their trip to the casino city of Canto Bight highlights the wider impact of the war, and they return with a daring strategy. Throughout their adventure, Rose’s strong beliefs influence Finn and change how he views the conflict, ultimately affecting his actions during the battle of Crait.
In ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker,’ Rose Tico continues to support the Resistance leaders, helping with strategy and intelligence. Throughout the film, she stays involved in command as the heroes divide to search for Exegol. Her previous relationship with Finn is briefly mentioned, but the focus remains on the Resistance’s fight against the Final Order.
Mera
In ‘Aquaman,’ Mera is a fierce Xebel warrior who encourages Arthur Curry to become the king of Atlantis. She joins him on a dangerous journey through the desert and the treacherous Trench to find the trident needed to unite the underwater kingdoms. Her fighting skills are crucial in several battles, and her understanding of Atlantean politics helps them progress in their quest.
In ‘Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom,’ Mera appears during key fights and important royal events, connecting Arthur’s family to the struggles both on land and under the sea. The movie centers on themes of leadership, forming alliances, and a new danger facing the ocean. Mera helps establish Arthur as a rightful ruler, and the story revolves around a search for powerful, ancient forces.
Elle Brody
In ‘Godzilla,’ Elle Brody is a nurse in San Francisco, married to Navy officer Ford Brody. When giant creatures attack the city, she gets separated from her husband and helps at the hospital as people are evacuated. The movie switches between her efforts to reunite with her child and the military’s attempts to defeat the monsters.
The story is told from the point of view of a civilian living through a city-wide disaster. She tries to stay in touch with Ford and helps with the evacuation as the fighting gets worse. Ultimately, the story concludes with a heartwarming family reunion after the monsters are gone and the city starts to rebuild.
Chloe Frazer
Chloe Frazer, a talented treasure hunter in ‘Uncharted,’ joins forces with Nathan Drake and Victor Sullivan on a quest for Magellan’s lost treasure. She contributes valuable resources like connections, maps, and expertise about the local areas, guiding them from Barcelona and across the ocean as they follow clues. However, their teamwork is tested when hidden truths and conflicting goals emerge.
Because of her past with Sullivan and her strong survival skills, she unexpectedly betrays everyone, changing the entire course of the chase. Throughout the film, she shares a playful connection with Nathan before the story divides friends and enemies in a series of climactic scenes. After the final confrontation, she goes her own way, while Nathan and Sullivan continue their quest.
Jenny Kord
In ‘Blue Beetle,’ Jenny Kord is the daughter of inventor Ted Kord and a Kord Industries executive. She learns that the powerful Scarab is being used for harmful purposes within the company and assists Jaime Reyes after it attaches to him. Her family’s history and position within Kord Industries create a conflict with Victoria Kord and her dangerous OMAC project.
Jenny teams up with Jaime’s family to keep him safe and retrieve advanced technology from her father’s secret base. She helps Jaime understand and control the powers of the Scarab. The story also involves complex business dealings and hints at more to be revealed about the Kord family history.
Henry Turner
In ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales,’ Henry Turner is the son of Will Turner and Elizabeth Swann. He’s driven to break the curse that binds his father to the Flying Dutchman, so he searches for the legendary Trident of Poseidon. Along the way, he teams up with the infamous Jack Sparrow and a brilliant astronomer named Carina Smyth.
Henry and Carina team up to find the legendary Trident, following ancient maps and clues in the stars. As they sail the seas, they face danger from pirates and magical forces, growing closer with each challenge. Their adventure ultimately leads to broken curses and a heartwarming reunion that brings Henry’s family back together.
I’m really curious to hear which characters *you* think deserved more development in their storylines. Let’s share our thoughts in the comments – I’d love to see what everyone else thought and compare notes on who we wished had gotten more attention!
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