Character Relationship Map: Zapped!

Characters

• Barney Springboro (played by Scott Baio) — protagonist

  High school student who gains telekinetic powers after a lab accident.

• Peyton (played by Willie Aames) — protagonist

  Key female lead and romantic interest in the original film.

• Bernadette (played by Felice Schachter) — supporting

  Prominent member of the antagonistic Key Club.

• Jane Mitchell (played by Heather Thomas) — supporting

  School teacher or staff member with disciplinary authority.

• Mrs. Springboro (played by Mews Small) — supporting

  Mother of Barney Springboro.

Key Relationships

• Mrs. Springboro → Peyton (Social Parental Acquaintance)
• Barney Springboro → Jane Mitchell (Conflict Antagonist)
• Peyton → Bernadette (Conflict Disagreement)
• Peyton → Jane Mitchell (Romantic Ex-Lovers)
• Barney Springboro → Mrs. Springboro (Family Mother)
• Barney Springboro → Bernadette (Romantic Lovers)
• Barney Springboro → Peyton (Alliance Teammate)

Story Analysis

A high school student gains telekinetic powers after a lab accident and navigates romance, rivalry, and moral dilemmas.

Plot Progression

1. The Lab Accident
2. Awakening Powers
3. Romance & Rivalry
4. The Gambling Fiasco
5. Prom Night Chaos