The characters of Searching. Take note that spoilers are in effect.
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Kim family
The main characters of Searching, at least until Pamela passes away from lymphoma at the start of the movie. David Kim
David Kim
Portrayed by: John Cho
Margot's father, and the husband of Pamela. As the SJPD tried to investigate Margot's disappearance, he ended up using her laptop for the clues.- Papa Wolf: David Kim did whatever it took to find Margot, even if it meant going to her laptop for clues.
Pamela Kim
Pamela Nam Kim
Portrayed by: Sara Sohn
Margot's mother, and the wife of David. She died of lymphoma, and (as a result), Margot stopped playing piano or practicing it.- Doting Parent: Pamela always taught Margot how to play the piano.
Margot Kim
Margot Kim
Portrayed by: Michelle La
The only daughter of David and Pamela, Margot enjoys playing piano. That is, until Pamela died of lymphoma, and (as a result), stopped playing piano or practicing it. She disappears without a trace, prompting David to call 911. Soon, her disappearance makes national headlines.- Never a Runaway: Defied. Margot ended up in a ravine, unconscious but alive.
San Jose Police Department (SJPD)
The police department that was tasked to investigate the disappearance of Margot Kim. Rosemary Vick
Rosemary Vick
"Portrayed by": Debra Messing
David's contact, who tries to help him trace Margot's whereabouts.- Detective Mole: Rosemary had been one, as it was revealed near the end of the movie.
