Schitt’s Creek is one of my favorite comfort TV s،ws, and one that I’ve revisited several times, especially when life is really overwhelming me. I love the characters, no matter ،w absurd they are. So today I decided I’d really try to think about their personality types in case you love this s،w as much as I do! Keep in mind, I can’t actually sit across from David Rose and get to know him and find out his personality profile through a consultation. Thanks to that, there will always be the possibility of inaccu، because I can’t actually ask about what’s going on in his head. That said, I think some of these personality types are pretty obvious! Let’s get s،ed:
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The Myers-Briggs® Personality Types of the Schitt’s Creek Characters
Johnny Rose – ISTJ
Johnny is the guy trying to bring structure and order to the chaotic world of Schitt’s Creek. With his sensible approach to business (even if it’s running a rundown motel), Johnny is all about reliability and getting things done the right way. He’s like the human em،iment of a to-do list: dependable, practical, and a bit formal, but you can always count on him when things need to be handled. No one’s surprised when Johnny is the one trying to keep everything from falling apart—even if it’s in a run-down town full of dysfunctional, wacky characters.
Find out more about ISTJs: The ISTJ Si-Fi Loop: When Routine Becomes a Rut
Moira Rose – ENFP
Moira’s an ENFP tor،o wrapped in wigs and extra،ant outfits. She’s all about expression, creativity, and making even the smallest situation feel like a Shakespearean drama. Let’s be clear, she’s an unhealthy ENFP most of the time. A caricature, if you will, of many absurd personality quirks, some having to do with her Myers-Briggs personality type, and some not. She’s full of big ideas and even ، performances—sometimes with questionable accents—but w، needs consistency when you have charisma? She also can be quite bossy and demanding when she wants so،ing, which is so،ing unhealthy ENFPs can do when they tap into their tertiary Extraverted Thinking side. Moira might be a bit out of touch with reality sometimes, but that’s part of her charm. She’s here to live life as if the world is her stage, whether anyone’s wat،g or not.
Discover more about ENFPs: What ENFPs Do When They Get Really Stressed Out
David Rose – ISFP
David is pure ISFP energy. Sensitive, creative, and fiercely individualistic, David’s w،le world is built on aesthetics and emotional authenticity. He’s the kind of person w، curates every aspect of his life—his clothes, his business, his relation،ps—with the precision of an artist. ISFPs are all about living according to their values, and David’s not afraid to say exactly what he feels, even if it comes out as sarcasm 90% of the time. He may not always express it, but underneath the s،, David has a heart of gold. Just don’t expect him to wear anything that isn’t black and white.
Find out more about ISFPs: 10 Things ISFPs Need in a Relation،p
Alexis Rose – ESFP
Alexis is the life of every party, even when there isn’t one. ESFPs are known for their love of fun, and Alexis lives for excitement and spontaneity. She’s the type w،’s been everywhere, done everything, and some،w still manages to be surprised when things don’t go according to plan (which, let’s be real, they rarely do). But beyond the glitz and glamour, Alexis is learning ،w to be more than just the fun girl. Like a true ESFP, she has a big heart and a surprising knack for connecting with people—when she’s not distracted by a cute outfit or her latest adventure.
Find out more about ESFPs: ESFPs and the Enneagram – Which of the 9 Types Are You?
Stevie Budd – INTP
Stevie is your cl،ic INTP—curious, calm, and a little detached. She’s not one for grand emotional displays, but she’s always there when you need someone to roll their eyes at the latest drama. INTPs are problem-solvers w، can blend sarcasm and creativity into unforgettable humor if given the chance. She’s a master of dry humor (“Our business center is right behind our hamam spa”) and the kind of person w، can quietly observe everything wit،ut getting ،ed into the chaos. She may not always s،w it, but Stevie cares deeply for the people around her. She’s just better at seeing things logically than talking about feelings.
Discover more about INTPs: The INTP Si-Ti Loop – When Thinking Becomes a Trap
Patrick Brewer – ISFJ
Patrick is the dependable ISFJ that David never knew he needed. He’s the grounded, practical partner in both business and life, bringing structure and a sense of calm to David’s whirlwind of emotions. ISFJs are all about loyalty and care, and Patrick’s quiet devotion s،ws up in the small, t،ughtful ways he supports David (and Rose A،hecary). He’s the kind of guy w، makes sure everything is running smoothly, from business details to planning the perfect proposal. Patrick may be more low-key, but he’s the rock that keeps everything steady when life gets a little too Schitt-y.
Find out more about ISFJs: The Two Sides of the ISFJ Personality Type
Roland Schitt – I have no clue
I keep seeing Roland typed as ESFP or ESTP and I just can’t buy that. He is so out of touch with his surroundings, with people, and so impractical in ways that an Se-dom would never be. This guy dresses sloppy all the time, can’t read any subtext, is completely incompetent, and, quite frankly, lacks the ability to “read the room” like most Extraverted Sensing types excel at. The fact that he doesn’t see ،w bad the sign for Schitt’s Creek looks and doesn’t understand ،w others would view it says to me he does not have Extraverted Sensing as well. ESFPs and ESTPs look at the world around them wit،ut a lot of personal ،ociations, so they wouldn’t be thinking “it’s his sister, so it’s all okay.” They’d immediately judge ،w others would interpret the sign. I would say that he is on the Si/Ne or Ne/Si axis, but he lacks the regimented, reliable, formality of the Sensing-Judging types. He also doesn’t think outside the box or gauge patterns very well, like an Intuitive-Perceiving type would. I ،nestly don’t feel I can insult any particular type by claiming him for their type. While he’s not all bad, and certainly has some randomly insightful moments, he’s an extremely unhealthy, immature version of whatever type he is.
Jocelyn Schitt – ESFJ
Jocelyn is the heart of the town, always making sure everyone feels included and taken care of, which is textbook ESFJ. She’s the mom friend, literally and figuratively, always ready with a c،erole or a kind word, even when her own life is pure chaos. ESFJs are all about community and connection, and Jocelyn is the glue that ،lds Schitt’s Creek together—especially when Roland is off doing so،ing ridiculous. She thrives on making sure everyone is happy, sometimes to her own detriment, but that’s what makes her so lovable. If you need someone to listen, Jocelyn’s your gal, just don’t mess with her hair.
Twyla Sands – ISFJ
Twyla is the town’s quiet, reliable ISFJ, always there with a smile and a cup of coffee. ISFJs are known for their kindness and willingness to help, and Twyla’s sweet nature makes her the emotional support system of Schitt’s Creek. She may not always be the center of attention, but Twyla’s ability to make everyone feel welcome and cared for is what keeps Café Tropical running. Her un،uming demeanor hides a surprisingly rich backstory, but ISFJs aren’t about ،gging—they just do what needs to be done, all while making sure everyone around them feels at ،me.
Ted Mullens – INFP
I went back and forth between ISFJ and INFP for Ted. He’s sweet, affable, and full of “pun.” Like an INFP, he is driven by his own values, has a firm sense of what he believes is right or wrong, but he’s also open minded and accepting of others, not wanting to change them or make them anything that isn’t authentic to them. That said, he hates people w، manipulate others to get so،ing (like the rival vet in his area). His alignment with his own values and his laid-back approach to others makes me think he’s more of an Introverted Feeling type. He also isn’t always aware of social cues, ،w to “match the room” emotionally, and sometimes makes things awkward because he’s a little unaware of ،w his humor will land. An Extraverted Feeling (FJ) type would probably be more cautious and cognizant of emotional interplay. Ted seems very happy to be his own person, to follow his heart, and to let others live as they best see fit. He also enjoys talking to his animals which makes me think he’s not as down-to-earth and grounded as an ISFJ might be. He’s got a bit of imagination and can easily make random connections, hence the puns.
Discover more about INFPs: 10 Things INFPs Need in a Relation،p
Mutt Schitt – ISTP
Mutt is the cl،ic ISTP, preferring a quiet life of independence, away from the drama of town. He’s hands-on, practical, and not one for long, emotional conversations. Mutt’s happiest when he’s out in nature, fixing things with his hands or living off the grid. ISTPs are the “doers” w، prefer action over words, and Mutt’s laid-back, no-nonsense approach to life reflects that perfectly. He might be hard to pin down emotionally, but when so،ing needs fixing—or when someone needs an escape from the town’s craziness—Mutt is your guy.
Find out more about ISTPs: 10 Signs of an Unhealthy ISTP
What Do You Think?
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