Character Relationship Map: Problem Child 3

Characters

• Junior Healy (played by Justin Chapman) — protagonist

  Mischievous adopted boy famous for elaborate pranks and chaotic behavior.

• Big Ben (played by Jack Warden) — supporting

  Ben's eccentric father who moves in after financial ruin.

• Murph / Bertha (played by Eric Edwards) — supporting

  School bully who frequently targets Junior.

• Mr. Burtis (played by Bruce Ed Morrow) — minor

  Adult resident or authority figure.

• Miss Hicks (played by Marianne Muellerleile) — minor

  Strict teacher who falls victim to Junior's traps.

• Lila Duvane (played by Ellen Albertini Dow) — minor

  Community member in background scenes.

• Corky (played by Blake McIver Ewing) — supporting

  Scout or peer interacting with Junior.

Key Relationships

• Big Ben → Miss Hicks (Professional Parent/Teacher)
• Murph / Bertha → Junior Healy (Conflict Accuser)
• Big Ben → Corky (Conflict Adversary)
• Junior Healy → Mr. Burtis (Conflict Enemy)
• Junior Healy → Lila Duvane (Conflict Antagonist)
• Junior Healy → Corky (Conflict Rival)
• Junior Healy → Murph / Bertha (Conflict Bully)
• Junior Healy → Miss Hicks (Conflict Enemy)
• Junior Healy → Big Ben (Family Father)

Story Analysis

A mischievous boy navigates school authority, athletic rivalries, and family dynamics through elaborate pranks and eventual reconciliation.

Plot Progression

1. Classroom Chaos & Parental Intervention
2. School & Dance School Trials
3. Escalating Revenge & Sabotage
4. Final Showdown & Resolution