Proofroc

proud salty dutiful traditional experienced

Proofroc works as the veteran security guard for the Thrombey estate, logging fifty years on the job. Old and salty, he favors traditional methods—patrolling with a shotgun and sharp ears—over modern tech. Pride anchors his service; he preserves relics like faded photos and VHS tapes with care. Loyal to the estate's history, he guides visitors through its outdated systems, his tenure shaping his gruff authority and resistance to change.

2 appearances

Thrombey Estate Security

Also known as: Mr. Proofroc

Proofroc's Journey

A timeline through the narrative

2 moments

S1E1 · Knives Out

Marta recognizes the gardener’s road

Proud and slightly defensive, with a hint of frustration at the group’s impatience

Proofroc guides the group into the guard house with pride, showcasing the outdated security system and the saved VHS tape. He demonstrates how to operate the VCR, explaining its settings …

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S1E1 · Knives Out

Marta seizes control of the security tape

Engaged and slightly uneasy with the outdated technology, but eager to contribute to the investigation.

Trooper Wagner assists in operating the VCR, his fingers fumbling slightly with the outdated machinery. He scans forward through the tape, his expression a mix of fascination and slight discomfort …

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Affiliation

Thrombey Family

Familial Wealth Preservation and Inheritance Conflicts