The Man

The Man, played by Xander Berkeley, is the mysterious protagonist of The Booth at the End and one of the only constant elements of the series. Not much is known about The Man besides that he is the keeper of The Book.

Desire

Due to the show's focus on the stories of the other characters, there is not much information available about The Man, his past, or his motives. In the show's second season, however, we are given a brief glimpse into his purpose. When Doris asks what he wants, he shares his desire to understand people.

Task

In order to better understand people, Doris orders The Man to help someone achieve their goals.