Peter Dreyfuss

“I had fame, I was a trailblazer! I cultivated a lifestyle!” – Peter Dreyfuss

Peter Dreyfuss is an antagonist in Grand Theft Auto V, appearing in the Stranger & Freaks mission involving Franklin Clinton. He is a former Vinewood screenwriter, notorious for his involvement in the murder of Leonora Johnson. Dreyfuss tries to conceal his dark past under the guise of his once-glamorous Hollywood lifestyle.

Background

Peter Dreyfuss was once a celebrated screenwriter in Vinewood, known for his influence and success. However, his life took a dark turn when he was involved in the murder of Leonora Johnson, a crime that was covered up for many years. Franklin discovers his connection to the murder in the “A Starlet in Vinewood” mission, where Dreyfuss tries to charm and manipulate Franklin to avoid confrontation.

Role in the Game

In the mission “A Starlet in Vinewood,” Franklin tracks down Peter Dreyfuss as part of an investigation into the unsolved murder of Leonora Johnson. When confronted, Dreyfuss tries to evade responsibility, fleeing from Franklin, which leads to a tense chase. Players can decide whether to spare or kill Dreyfuss, influencing the outcome of the mission.

Peter Dreyfuss is portrayed as a narcissistic and manipulative individual who refuses to acknowledge the gravity of his actions. He is vain, self-centered, and has no remorse for his role in Leonora Johnson’s murder. Dreyfuss sees himself as a victim of circumstance and believes that his fame and influence should excuse his past crimes.

• Peter Dreyfuss’ character is tied to the “Leonora Johnson” mystery, one of the major side storylines in Franklin’s Stranger & Freaks Missions.
• He is one of the few Characters that players can directly confront and decide his fate, adding a moral decision to the gameplay.
• Dreyfuss is a representation of the darker side of Hollywood, where power and fame can shield criminals from consequences.
• The name Dreyfuss might be a nod to the real-world actor Richard Dreyfuss, although the character in GTA V has a much darker persona.

• Grand Theft Auto V (2013)