Splitting Adam

Adam is a teen juggling several summer jobs at Crash n' Splash and the Pee/Poop Patrol, trying to balance responsibilities with his wish to impress Lori. His initial resort to cloning reveals insecurities about competence and acceptance. He learns that authenticity and cooperation are key, and that each clone holds a piece of his personality without replacing him entirely.

Lori is Crash n' Splash's lifeguard and the object of Adam's affection. She shows warmth and a strong sense of responsibility, while demanding honesty from Adam. Her reactions to the clones force Adam to confront his true feelings rather than perform for her.

Sheldon is Adam's best friend who fuels schemes and often pushes ideas forward, even as the plan spirals. He remains loyal and supportive, helping organize the fundraiser while wrestling with the consequences of their actions. His involvement highlights the balance between cleverness and responsibility among friends.

Danny is another close friend who backs Adam and Sheldon. He helps manage the cloning plan and supports the group through the mishaps. His loyalty anchors the trio as they navigate the chaos of multiple Adams.

Vance is the dismissive, competitive rival who ridicules Adam and becomes tangled in the clone drama. He is a catalyst for conflict, eventually forced to reckon with the consequences of his actions and his confrontation with the clones.

Gillian is Adam's sister, largely oblivious to the cloning chaos while navigating family life under Mitch's magician act. She remains part of the household dynamic that grounds the story in everyday family reality.

Gillian Baker 2 is a clone introduced by the chaos of the tanning-bed device, representing another facet of the family within the cloning plot. She participates in the mischief and adds to the complexity of the clone scenario.

Mr. Galatti oversees Crash n' Splash and evaluates the park's finances and safety. He represents the business stakes of the park and the external pressure to keep it running amid the chaos caused by the clones.

Uncle Mitch is a struggling magician who pilfers a malfunctioning tanning bed, which becomes the cloning machine at the heart of the chaos. He performs magic on stage and unwittingly becomes part of the plan to salvage the park, providing comic relief and a connection to Mitch's dream of a bigger act.