Character Relationship Map: Problem Child 2

Characters

• Ben Healy (played by John Ritter) — protagonist

  Well-meaning adoptive father trying to raise Junior in a new town.

• Junior Healy (played by Michael J. Oliver) — protagonist

  Mischievous adopted son known for elaborate pranks and chaos.

• LaWanda Dumore (played by Laraine Newman) — supporting

  Wealthy woman who pursues Ben and clashes with Junior.

• Annie Young (played by Amy Yasbeck) — supporting

  School nurse and Ben's romantic interest in the second film.

• Murph (played by Eric Edwards) — minor

  Classmate and rival who reports Junior's schemes.

Key Relationships

• Junior Healy → Annie Young (Conflict Prank Target)
• Junior Healy → Murph (Conflict School Rival)
• Junior Healy → LaWanda Dumore (Conflict Adversary)
• Ben Healy → Annie Young (Romantic Interest)
• Ben Healy → LaWanda Dumore (Romantic Fiancé)
• Ben Healy → Junior Healy (Family Father)

Story Analysis

A chaotic adoptive son navigates pranks, romantic rivalries, and family dynamics in a new town.

Plot Progression

1. New Town, New Chaos
2. Pranks and Proposals
3. Wedding Sabotage
4. Altar Revelation