The protagonist, initially portrayed as a miserly, cold-hearted man who despises Christmas and neglects relationships. His transformation is the central arc of the story, representing the theme of redemption.
Bob Cratchit
Scrooge’s underpaid and overworked clerk. Despite his hardships, he remains kind and loving towards his family, embodying the themes of compassion and the struggles of the working class.
Tiny Tim
Bob Cratchit’s youngest son, who is frail and ill but full of spirit and optimism. He becomes a symbol of hope and the consequences of societal neglect.
Jacob Marley
Scrooge’s former business partner, who appears as a ghost to warn Scrooge of the consequences of his greed. His fate serves as a cautionary tale about the afterlife repercussions of one’s earthly actions.
The ghost of Christmas past, present and yet to come
Supernatural guides who show Scrooge his past mistakes, current miseries, and the dire future that awaits him if he does not change. Each spirit teaches Scrooge valuable lessons about life, empathy, and the importance of human connection.
