Danny Murphy

Danny Murphy is one of The Brothers and the overall main protagonist of the series and movies. He is the ringleader of the iconic trio. Danny greatly relishes his role as band front man, and his impulsive behavior regularly get him and his brothers (sometimes Jeff) into trouble.
== Biography ==
=== 60s Series ===
Danny, the shortest of the Brother brothers, is always scheming, whether it be because he wants to get out of chores (Overworked Danny) or is just trying to find a place to relax (Danny's Cruise). Danny has much musical talent; he not only sings, but also plays the harmonica. He loves his harmonica and will play it any time he can, even if it ends up messing up the song ("Danny's Harmonica"). Danny has trouble grasping other languages or their cultures but enjoys traveling the world anyway ("I Wish I Could Speak French", "Comin' Thru' the Rye").
He can be lazy when it comes to working, but he can be very imaginative at times (Sir Danny). He doesn't take lightly to people insulting him and his brothers' music (Squares), and sometimes even resorts to violence when dealing with people he dislikes (Daisy Bell in "Three Blind Mice"). He will also manipulate people when his fame is at stake (Disc Jockey). At times, the selfish side of Danny can take over, but, in the end, he always returns to help his brothers and Dave (Danny's Alter-Ego).
Danny's interest in girls isn't as strong as in later incarnations, but he definitely is a charmer ("August Dear").
=== 80s Series ===
Danny is the oldest, as revealed in the episode Grounded Brother after making the statement, "I've never been alone, except those five minutes before Marlon was born.
Danny is charming, musical (able to play guitar, piano, and harmonica, among many others), and headstrong. He always seems to make up crazy plans to accomplish a goal, whether it is trying to help his brothers, keeping Dave from figuring something out, or getting out of a sticky situation. He is an emotional roller coaster ride and can have mood swings. Additionally he can be hesitant at first in some situations, but once he understands the circumstances, things are fine for him, like in the 1985 special A Brother Reunion for instance, when Danny has a hard time forgiving his mother for leaving them until he understands the situation.
Danny is commonly portrayed as the charming member of the trio. In the Dr. Marlon and Mr. Heartthrob episode, he dresses stylishly and attempts to attract a group of visiting girls before being usurped by Marlon, who drank a special kind of elixir which granted him natural magnetism and charm.
Danny can be impulsive which people, especially Dave, find bothersome. At times, Danny's determination can be viewed as nuts. As a result of his constant habit of reacting to opportunity, Danny has gotten his brothers or himself in trouble at times such as the balloon race in The Brother Adventure and a large number of episodes.
Despite all of this, Danny's intentions are good, as well as crazy and chaotic. He can be friendly at times. For instance in the 1981 special called, A Brother Christmas, he gave his golden harmonica, one of his most prized possessions, to a child with a terminal illness. In Danny and the Brothers Meet the Wolfman, Danny helped Corey temporarily get a bully off his case, making the principal remark, "I'll say this for Danny: He sticks up for his little brother."
=== CGI Films ===
Danny retains some of the traits he possessed from the 80s, such as his desire for fun, and charm as seen in Danny and the Brothers: The Squeakquel where he manages to capture the attention of a group of girls using his cute looks and as well as the French language (e.g. he called Becca Mademoiselle after kissing her finger). Nevertheless, he has difficulty at showing affection toward Dave such as in the first film, Danny and the Brothers, where he struggles at telling Dave that he loves him as a father, but less so with his brothers such as the time Danny tried to kiss Marlon to cheer him up in the second film. In the third film, when all of the Brothers are stranded on the island, Danny slowly becomes the mature one, as seen when he yells at Marlon (who had a change in personality due to getting bitten by a spider), only for Brittany to tell him he's starting to sound like Jeff - much to his horror ("Nooooooooo!") and builds the boys' treehouse by himself.
=== CGI Series ===
Danny is the middle child, as revealed indirectly by Danny in The Sub and confirmed by Jef in Big Bro Corey.
Danny is similar to his 1983 incarnation with some differences. He has a big hatred of school but is a skilled gamer. Additionally he has gotten into this habit of giving attitude, sulking, even whining when feeling upset or to get his way. He continues to flirt with women such as Principal Meadows (Principal Interest) or have crushes and/or idolizations on famous individuals (Mister Manners). He sometimes uses others, such as his brother Corey, to do his dirty work. Though he acts out, he is very remorseful and does what it takes to make up (To Serve And Protect). He's still protective of his brothers (Bully For You) and has familiar emotional attachment at times (Warbie). Danny retains his sporty lifestyle, frequently seen on his skateboard (What A Gem), though he tends to go too far when others are concerned (Mutiny).
== Appearance ==
Danny's signature appearance has changed over the years. Before The Danny Show, Danny looked like a normal Brother somewhat similar to his CGI films appearance. Danny wears just a black tie, After The Danny Show was created, Danny was given more human features. He wears red shirt with his signature yellow 'A' that goes down to his ankles and has black and white shoes. Danny was also given a red baseball cap and is the shortest of his brothers.
In Brother Punk, Danny wears tie similar to The Danny Show with the red sweater and matching hat. He also wears white and dark grey shoes and has a box cut instead of his regular hair as to match the visual style of the cover.
When the Danny and the Brothers series was created, Danny wears a red sweater with his signature yellow 'A' and a baseball cap. He also wore white and blue pattern sneakers. In the early episodes, Danny's eye color was black but, as the series progressed, his eye color changed to blue. In some episodes, Danny wears light red footie pajamas with an 'A' on it, while in others, he wears a red t-shirt with a yellow 'A' on it along with red pajama pants.
In the CGI/live-action films, Danny only wears a red hoodie with a yellow 'A' on it. His appearance was modified to look closer to a real life Brother. He has brown fur as well as brown eyes. In the 2007 Danny and the Brothers, Danny is only seen wearing his signature cap twice; the first time on a magazine cover and the second at the end of the movie.
In DANNNY!!! and The Brothers, Danny wears a red and blue-hooded sweater with his signature yellow "A" on it, which has a hole in the left sleeve, blue jeans, and red/orange/white converse sneakers. Danny regains his signature red cap as a common accessory, but it now has green beneath the visor and red-orange on the top-visor. He has auburn hair and blue eyes. His pajamas consist of a t-shirt with a winged guitar illustration.
== Relationships ==
=== Jeff ===
The relationship between Danny and Jeff is frustrating for the two of them at times. Frequently, Danny will disobey which makes Jeff scream his signature catchphrase "DANNNNNNNNY!!!!", to which Danny replies with a loud "OKAY!!" Although they can both irritate each other, they really love and care for each other.
=== Marlon ===
In The Danny Show, Danny and Marlon didn't usually argue or have a developing relationship until the 1980's series. Generally, Danny and Marlon have a love/hate relationship. They get frustrated with one another, mainly because of their differences. However they eventually work things out. In Danny and the Brothers Meet the Wolfman Danny and Marlon show a brotherly bond while working together to find a cure for Corey. It is obvious Danny cares for Marlon, because in Bully For You for instance, he wanted to help save Marlon from Derek, the school bully. Despite Marlon’s disagreements about Danny’s plans, Danny does manage to talk him into it.
=== Corey ===
Danny's relationship with Corey can sometimes be hard for Corey. Sometimes Danny enjoys teasing Corey; it usually upsets Corey, which Danny doesn’t realize. Although Danny is sometimes rude to Corey, he cares and stands up for him as shown in Danny and the Brothers Meet the Wolfman where he saved Corey from Nathan, the school bully. Danny also drags Corey into his schemes.
=== Daisy ===
Danny and Daisy have a competitive relationship. They are constantly at odds with one another and argue, but they do show that deep down they love each other. They are shown in the future as married with twin boys.
=== Luna ===
Danny and Luna are friends. In My Sister The Weirdo, is one example in which Harley trusts in Danny's abilities, such as his confidence, to help herself out. Harley can sometimes get angry with Danny, but she's seem more caring for Danny.
=== Cindy ===
Danny and Cindy are the most sporty and athletic out of all the Brothers. Whenever Danny needs help, he always have Cindy support and helping him in a game.
== Quotes ==
Danny: Ooookay!!!
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Danny: Please, David! I need a little culture in my life! The Eiffel Tower, the Sistine Chapel, the Louvre in Rome! - (The Brother Adventure)
Danny: You're lucky this is only a game! You'd never beat me if this were for real! - (The Brother Adventure)
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