Jason Seaver (played by Alan Thicke) is a protagonist in Growing Pains.
A psychiatrist who works from home and assumes primary childcare duties after his wife returns to her career. Maggie Seaver (played by Joanna Kerns) is a protagonist in Growing Pains.
Jason's wife who resumes working as a reporter, prompting the shift in household responsibilities. Mike Seaver (played by Kirk Cameron) appears in Growing Pains.
The eldest son, portrayed as a ladies' man and a rebellious troublemaker. Carol Seaver (played by Tracey Gold) appears in Growing Pains.
The daughter, characterized as a bookish honors student. Ben Seaver (played by Jeremy Miller) appears in Growing Pains.
The rambunctious younger son who frequently becomes a troublemaker by emulating his older brother Mike. Chrissy Seaver (played by Ashley Johnson) appears in Growing Pains.
The fourth child of the family, introduced during the fourth season. Luke Brower (played by Leonardo DiCaprio) appears in Growing Pains.
A homeless teenager who joins the family through adoption in the seventh season.
Growing Pains (1985) — Character Map & Story Timeline
Growing Pains (1985) interactive character relationship network and AI-powered story timeline. Explore the connections, alliances, and conflicts between characters across the narrative arc.
AI Narrative Summary
Overall narrative architecture across all 7 seasons
Character Network — 7 Characters
Jason Seaver (Alan Thicke) — protagonist A psychiatrist who works from home and assumes primary childcare duties after his wife returns to her career.
Maggie Seaver (Joanna Kerns) — protagonist Jason's wife who resumes working as a reporter, prompting the shift in household responsibilities.
Mike Seaver (Kirk Cameron) The eldest son, portrayed as a ladies' man and a rebellious troublemaker.
Carol Seaver (Tracey Gold) The daughter, characterized as a bookish honors student.
Ben Seaver (Jeremy Miller) The rambunctious younger son who frequently becomes a troublemaker by emulating his older brother Mike.
Chrissy Seaver (Ashley Johnson) The fourth child of the family, introduced during the fourth season.
Luke Brower (Leonardo DiCaprio) A homeless teenager who joins the family through adoption in the seventh season.
