Character Relationship Map: Prom

Characters

• Nova Prescott (played by Aimee Teegarden) — protagonist

  A prom committee member who initially hopes her crush Brandon will ask her to prom. After a fire destroys the decorations, she is forced to collaborate reluctantly with Jesse Richter. They gradually g...

• Jesse Richter (played by Thomas McDonell) — protagonist

  Initially indifferent to prom, he is forced by his principal to help Nova rebuild the decorations after a fire. Despite an early police encounter while sneaking into a neighboring school, he and Nova...

• Corey Doyle (played by Cameron Monaghan) — supporting

  Lucas's loyal friend who initially helps him navigate his crush on Simone. He is repeatedly sidelined as Lucas prioritizes Simone, but remains supportive. His favorite band, Stick Hippo, holds signifi...

• Justin Wexler (played by Jared Kusnitz) — supporting
• Ali Gomez (played by Janelle Ortiz) — minor
• Rolo (played by Joe Adler) — minor
• Brandon Roberts (played by Jonathan Keltz) — minor
• Tyler Barso (played by DeVaughn Nixon) — supporting

  Jordan's boyfriend who negligently burns down the prom storage shed, leaving Nova to rebuild alone. He attempts to flirt with Simone, causing jealousy that leads Jordan to break up with him. Desperate...

Key Relationships

• Corey Doyle → Justin Wexler (Social School Peer)
• Tyler Barso → Justin Wexler (Social School Peer)
• Ali Gomez → Rolo (Alliance Committee Teammate)
• Nova Prescott → Rolo (Social Committee Peer)
• Nova Prescott → Ali Gomez (Social Committee Friend)
• Nova Prescott → Jesse Richter (Alliance Forced Partner)
• Nova Prescott → Brandon Roberts (Romantic Crush)

Story Analysis

A high school prom committee faces logistical disasters and personal conflicts, ultimately finding love and friendship through forced cooperation.

Plot Progression

1. Committee Dreams & Disappointment
2. Crisis & Forced Alliance
3. Growing Closeness & Interference
4. Prom Night Chaos & Redemption