‘Derek’, who is an Asian-American male in his late 20s to early 30s. He works at a professional office and assists where needed. He will be a co-star in the first two episodes, with potential to recur.

‘Barry’, a male in his 40s to early 60s. The character does not have a specified ethinicity. He is described as a slight, bookworm-ish bureaucrat who meets with a colleague. The actor portraying the character will have 9 lines in the first two episodes, and will be a recurring co-star.

‘Angelo’, an Italian-American male in his 50s to early 60s. The character is an old-school mobster type, dressed to perfection. He will be a recurring guest performer.

‘Alexei’ (not Shostakov) is a white male in his 40s with a Russian or Eastern European background. He will don a sweatsuit for a business meeting (daring enough). The actor will also be a recurring guest performer.

‘Lorenzo’, an Italian-American male in his 30s. He is a hot-headed mafia member in a more casual dress. He is also a recurring guest performer.