Miguel's strict grandmother who enforces the family's ban on music to protect the family tradition.

Miguel's loyal Xolo dog who guides him in the Land of the Dead and later transforms into an alebrije.

A famous deceased musician whom Miguel initially believes to be his great-great-grandfather.

A charming trickster in the Land of the Dead who becomes Miguel's guide and reveals important family secrets.

Miguel's great-grandmother, whose memories hold the key to the family's past and Héctor's fate.

Miguel's great-great-grandmother and the matriarch of the Rivera family in the Land of the Dead.

A 12-year-old boy with a passion for music who embarks on a journey to the Land of the Dead to uncover his family's history.

Mama Imelda’s fierce alebrije spirit guide, a massive winged feline that protects the Rivera family.