Face Turn

The term face turn refers to a dramatic character that switches from being an antagonist to a protagonist. In the Malibu Bay Films cinematic universe this often happens when an actor makes a first appearance as a villain and is defeated. To bring that actor back in future films a new character needs to be created for them, or the original character needs to be retconed.

The Warrior
The titular villain in Day of The Warrior, he was rewritten as a deep cover agent in the next film, although even as a hero his rampant narcissism remained.

Julie Strain
Originally appearing as a villain in 3 films, Julie returned in as an agent in the last 2 films.

Ava
Briefly appearing as an assassin before her demise, Ava returned alive and working for the agency 3 times.

Bruce Penhall
Initially appearing as a villain, Bruce returned as an agent for another 7 films.

Richard LePore
In the earliest example Luke is killed in the film Stacey!. LePore returns as "The Professor" in Seven and Picasso Trigger.