Scarlett O'Donnell (played by Leslie Mann) is a protagonist in 17 Again.
Mike's estranged wife who files for divorce. She rationalizes the resemblance between Mark and Mike initially, postpones the divorce after reading a letter, and finally recognizes Mark's true identity through flashbacks during a basketball game, leading to their reconciliation. Maggie O'Donnell (played by Michelle Trachtenberg) appears in 17 Again.
Mike's 18-year-old daughter. Her boyfriend Stan is disrespectful and torments her brother. She attempts to seduce Mark after he defends her, but he firmly rejects her, helping her realize the importance of boundaries. Alex O'Donnell (played by Sterling Knight) appears in 17 Again.
Mike's 16-year-old son who faces bullying at school. He builds a close friendship with Mark, gains confidence through his guidance, and finally manages to get together with his crush. Mike O'Donnell (Adult) (played by Matthew Perry) appears in 17 Again.
The original 37-year-old version of the protagonist. His life is stagnant and boring after losing a scholarship for his girlfriend. He gets fired, becomes estranged from his family, and ultimately learns to prioritize his marriage over his past regrets.
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Characters
Scarlett O'Donnell
(played by Leslie Mann) — protagonist
Mike's estranged wife who files for divorce. She rationalizes the resemblance between Mark and Mike initially, postpones the divorce after reading a letter, and finally recognizes Mark's true identity...
Maggie O'Donnell
(played by Michelle Trachtenberg) — supporting
Mike's 18-year-old daughter. Her boyfriend Stan is disrespectful and torments her brother. She attempts to seduce Mark after he defends her, but he firmly rejects her, helping her realize the importan...
Alex O'Donnell
(played by Sterling Knight) — supporting
Mike's 16-year-old son who faces bullying at school. He builds a close friendship with Mark, gains confidence through his guidance, and finally manages to get together with his crush.
Mike O'Donnell (Adult)
(played by Matthew Perry) — supporting
The original 37-year-old version of the protagonist. His life is stagnant and boring after losing a scholarship for his girlfriend. He gets fired, becomes estranged from his family, and ultimately lea...
Key Relationships
Mike O'Donnell (Adult) → Alex O'Donnell
(Family Father)
Mike O'Donnell (Adult) → Maggie O'Donnell
(Family Father)
Mike O'Donnell (Adult) → Scarlett O'Donnell
(Family Husband)
Story Analysis
A man gets a second chance at life when he magically transforms back to his 17-year-old self
Plot Progression
The Stagnant Present
The Magical Transformation
High School Hijinks
Reconnecting with Family
Truth and Reconciliation
Directed by Burr Steers
17 Again (2009) · 6.3/10 · comedy, drama, fantasy, romance
