Mr. Mushnik is a fictional character from the musical and film Little Shop of Horrors. He is the owner of a struggling flower shop in a rundown part of town. Mr. Mushnik is often portrayed as a grumpy and opportunistic businessman who dreams of success and wealth. Throughout the story, Mr. Mushnik becomes involved with a peculiar plant named Audrey II, which has the ability to attract customers and generate profit. His character represents the themes of ambition and the consequences of greed, as he navigates the challenges of running his business while dealing with the plant's sinister nature.