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Book cover of The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. HydeRobert Louis StevensonClassics Illustrated, book 13

Characters in The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

9 characters, main characters first.

Main characters

  • Dr. Henry Jekyll

    A respected London physician of good standing, concealing a private torment.

  • Gabriel John Utterson

    The reserved, loyal lawyer whose patient investigation frames the mystery.

Antagonists

  • Mr. Edward Hyde

    A repellent, violent stranger who inspires dread in all who meet him and holds an inexplicable claim on Jekyll.

Supporting characters

  • Dr. Hastie Lanyon

    Jekyll's old friend and fellow physician, estranged over a scientific dispute; his letter reveals what he witnessed.

  • Richard Enfield

    Utterson's kinsman, whose account of a late-night cruelty opens the case.

  • Poole

    Jekyll's faithful butler, who finally brings his fears to Utterson.

  • Guest