Schitt’s Creek characters, ranked by how much they actually changed

“Ew, David!” If you heard that anywhere, congratulations—you’ve officially been Schitt’s Creek-ified. Schitt’s Creek, the little Canadian sitcom that blossomed into a global phenomenon, isn’t just about riches-to-rags comedy or dramatic wigs—it’s about growth. At its heart, it’s the story of a formerly filthy‑rich family forced to live in a motel in a town they bought as a joke—and in the process, rediscovering who they are.

Over six seasons, we saw the Roses, and many of the town’s quirky locals, evolve from caricatures to fully realized, lovable, sometimes deeply emotional human beings. But let’s be honest: some characters had more of a glow‑up than others. While some made seismic shifts in how they view the world and themselves, others… well, let’s just say Jocelyn’s hair changed more than they did!

So let’s rank the characters of Schitt’s Creek by how much they actually changed, from least to most.

Schitt’s Creek characters, ranked by how much they actually changed

12) Roland Schitt

Starting off with the obvious—Roland was unapologetically himself from the pilot of Schitt’s Creek to the finale. Crude jokes, questionable fashion, and a mullet that refused to die. While he had moments of surprising competence (like helping Johnny get the motel off the ground), Roland was basically a human constant—the Schitt version of gravity—and weirdly, the show needed that. But character growth? Ehh, not his thing…

11) Ronnie Lee

Ronnie was always dry, sarcastic, and no-nonsense—and she stayed that way. She never softened too much, nor did she ever become one of the Roses’ inner circle. But she did pitch in when it counted, and that tiny shift from skeptic to silent supporter is enough to bump her a step above Roland. Barely, though!

10) Bob Currie

Sweet, slow-talking Bob didn’t evolve much either, but he deserves credit for quietly rolling with the punches. Whether it was dealing with his crumbling marriage or lending Johnny his office space, Bob remained gentle and weirdly supportive throughout. A subtle emotional growth, sure, but Bob mostly just stayed Bob.

9) Twyla Sands

Ah, Twyla—the eternally cheerful Café Tropical waitress who turned out to secretly be a millionaire the whole time. What a plot twist! While Twyla didn’t undergo a visible transformation like the Roses, her big reveal at the end added layers to her character. She stayed grounded and kind despite her wealth—the anti-Rose, in a way. But growth-wise, she was a background player with one hell of a final flourish!

8) Jocelyn Schitt

Jocelyn really started off as a sweet wife to Roland and a small-town high school teacher. And while she didn’t get as much screen time as others, we saw her grapple with motherhood, social pressures, and her desire to break free from “just being Roland’s wife.” That moment where she rocks out with Moira in the Jazzagals? Iconic! Jocelyn grew quietly—and with a lot of hairspray!

7) Moira Rose

Moira’s evolution was one of the show’s slowest burns. She clung to her wigs, her accent, and her diva-like behavior until the very end. But beneath all that melodrama was a woman who rediscovered her passion for acting, reconnected with her children, and most importantly, showed vulnerability. Moira never totally let go of her former self, but she did soften in the ways that mattered. And hey, she did direct a community theater production of Cabaret. Now that’s change!

6) Patrick Brewer

Patrick enters the show already as a grounded, emotionally intelligent adult—the perfect foil to David’s chaotic energy. But even he goes through growth. He comes out to his parents, opens himself up to love, and embraces the quirks of Schitt’s Creek life. While not a radical transformation, Patrick’s journey in Schitt’s Creek is about emotional openness and taking risks. Plus, that acoustic version of “Simply the Best”? No one has gotten over it yet!

5) Johnny Rose

At first, Johnny was the clueless patriarch still trying to pretend everything would go back to “normal.” But gradually, he sheds the elitism, rolls up his sleeves, and starts actually working—a far cry from the CEO we met in episode one. More than that, he becomes emotionally available to his kids, builds a new career with integrity, and starts appreciating the simple things around him in Schitt’s Creek. You know he’s changed when he thanks Roland… and that too, sincerely!

4) Stevie Budd

Stevie’s arc in Schitt’s Creek is the epitome of the reluctant underachiever finding purpose. She starts off sarcastic and emotionally closed-off, stuck behind the motel desk with no plans beyond making fun of David. But she ends up co-running a hospitality business, starring in Cabaret, and discovering that she’s capable of so much more than she thought. Stevie’s transformation is about stepping into the spotlight—both literally and metaphorically.

3) David Rose

For real—if you’d told Season 1 David that he’d one day co-own a business, fall in love, and plan a heartfelt wedding in Schitt’s Creek, he’d probably faint into one of his designer sweaters. But he grew so much! David learned to be vulnerable, dependable, and, shockingly, lowkey domestic. From fleeing emotional intimacy to planning the most wholesome vows, David’s arc was massive. And yet, he never lost his sass or style. Talk about balance!

2) Alexis Rose

Alexis may have started off as a walking Instagram caption, but she evolved into one of the most independent, compassionate, and hardworking characters on the show. She went back to school, built her own PR business, and most impressively, chose herself. Her decision not to follow Ted to the Galapagos—even though she loved him—was heartbreakingly mature. And the fact that she never stopped being Alexis while doing all that? Legendary!

1) Ted Mullens

Surprised? Well, don’t be! While Ted might’ve seemed like a steady, golden-retriever type at first, his growth was quiet but profound. He stepped out of his comfort zone, took a prestigious job abroad, and, like Alexis, chose personal growth over romance. Ted started as a background love interest in Schitt’s Creek, but he ended as a symbol of self-respect, maturity, and empathy. And he did it all with that goofy smile. Mad respect!

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In the end, Schitt’s Creek wasn’t just about a family losing their fortune—it was about them finding their footing. Some characters transformed dramatically, while others stayed comfortably static. But every shift, whether seismic or subtle, made the town feel a little more like home. And now that we’re done with that, it’s time to rewatch Cabaret!