Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Class Clown

Greg is a mischievous, self-centered middle-schooler who loves video games more than chores. He lies about a club job while secretly facing an unpaid internship at his father's office, hoping to please his parents without changing his habits. Throughout the summer he tests boundaries with friends and family, learning painful but valuable lessons about responsibility.

Rowley is Greg’s loyal but naïve best friend who drags Greg into a series of misadventures. He eagerly accepts invitations to new places, often unaware of the trouble they cause. His sincerity and support provide a counterbalance to Greg’s schemes, highlighting the value of genuine friendship.

Frank is a well-meaning but strict father who wants to bond with Greg through an internship and shared experiences. He wrestles with balancing discipline and affection, and he ultimately realizes they are more alike than he initially thought. His disappointment when Greg lies marks a turning point in their relationship.

Susan tries to keep the family connected and supportive, encouraging Frank to invest time with Greg. She mediates tensions and keeps the family moving forward, even when Greg’s antics threaten to derail their plans. Her role underlines the importance of nurturing amidst chaos.

Rodrick is the older, scheming brother who uses Greg to pull off plans, like helping with the club gig and scheming to impress Heather’s sister. He revels in his band Löded Diper and the drama around his family, often masking his insecurities with bravado. His dynamic with Greg reveals both rivalry and a complicated kinship.

Heather is Rodrick’s love-interest and the elder Hills sister who works at the club, adding a layer of teenage romance and social stakes. Her presence at events like the club and the sweet sixteen party influences Greg’s social standing. She embodies the aspirational social world Greg observes from the sidelines.

Holly is Greg’s crush who teaches tennis at the club, adding a layer of romantic interest to Greg’s summer. Her interactions with Greg and her sister Heather pair with Rodrick’s pursuit, creating a web of adolescent crushes and social drama. She represents the socially desirable world Greg aims to be part of.

Lenwood Heath is a reformed delinquent friend of Rodrick who works as a lifeguard at the pool. His presence at the pool adds a dynamic counterpoint to Greg’s misadventures, illustrating summer social hierarchies and the lure of the holiday lifestyle. He also hints at the idea of second chances.

Stan Warren is the Wilderness Explorers leader who glares down Greg as he fumbles through camping skills. He embodies the authority figure who exposes Greg’s insecurities and pretensions. The trip and its fallout push Greg toward a moment of honesty with his father.