Who is Brick Heck in The Middle?

8-year-old youngest son who is an intelligent, compulsive reader with odd behavioral traits.

Who plays Brick Heck in The Middle?

Brick Heck is played by Atticus Shaffer.

Brick Heck has 5 mapped relationships in The Middle. Explore the interactive relationship map for details.

Brick Heck — Mother-Son — Frankie Heck (Patricia Heaton)
A nurturing but anxious maternal bond where Frankie constantly intervenes to help Brick navigate social awkwardness and academic challenges.
Brick Heck — Siblings — Axl Heck (Charlie McDermott)
An older-younger sibling dynamic where Axl alternates between teasing and mentoring, while Brick seeks his approval.
Brick Heck — Siblings — Sue Heck (Eden Sher)
A contentious sibling relationship defined by shared space friction and contrasting personalities, with occasional alliances.
Brick Heck — Social Anxiety Management — Frankie Heck (Patricia Heaton)
A mother-son struggle where Frankie's interventionist approach meets Brick's natural resistance to social norms.
Brick Heck — Fear & Courage — Mike Heck (Neil Flynn)
A father-son supportive dynamic where Mike actively guides Brick through anxiety-inducing experiences.