Antagonist

Character Role Analysis

Johnny Friendly and His Mob

Like so many villains, Johnny Friendly's just a power-seeking slug. He wants it to be his way or the highway, and he wants to lord it over the defenseless dockworkers. He's willing to lie, kill, steal, and cheat to stay on top.

Of course, cronies and goons throw themselves and his feet, and gleefully exploit the poor longshoremen. So, Johnny's the obstacle here—he's the bone stuck in the collective throat, the fly in the ointment. He needs to go. And Terry's the man to get him out the door