Top 100 Greatest Movie Characters of All Time
These movie characters are iconic! Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the most compelling, iconic, entertaining, and unforgettable characters ever seen on film.
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00:00:00Let's broaden our minds. Lawrence!
00:00:06Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we're counting down our picks for the most compelling, iconic,
00:00:12entertaining, and unforgettable characters ever seen on film.
00:00:16Since we'll be revealing some key details about the character, a spoiler alert is in effect.
00:00:22Just what do you think you're doing, Dave?
00:00:24Please.
00:00:33With insomnia, nothing's real.
00:00:36Everything's far away.
00:00:38Everything's a copy of a copy of a copy.
00:00:42This may be the only character on this list that is both the antagonist and protagonist of the same film,
00:00:48and both sides of the same coin are played perfectly by Brad Pitt and Edward Norton.
00:00:52While the narrator is a tortured insomniac struggling with navigating assertion,
00:00:57relationships, and decision-making, Tyler Durden is the antithesis.
00:01:01Did you know if you mixed equal parts of gasoline and frozen orange juice concentrate, you can make napalm?
00:01:06No, I did not know that. Is that true?
00:01:08That's right.
00:01:09He's a master of destruction, and he's unapologetically anti-authority,
00:01:13teaching the narrator to follow his path and live against the grain.
00:01:17The reveal that they are, in fact, the same person is one of the most mind-blowing plot twists in history,
00:01:23and it cements this intricate character as one of the greats.
00:01:26You met me at a very strange time in my life.
00:01:41Why are you here?
00:01:43I'm here at the behest of a client.
00:01:47Who?
00:01:49I cannot say.
00:01:51Then he's just getting started, as the Knives Out films are in their infancy with more on the horizon.
00:01:56We can't resist his southern drawl and sleuthing skills.
00:01:59His introduction in Knives Out is mysterious,
00:02:02wasting no time showing his unorthodox and sophisticated detection skills while solving the murder of Harlan Thrombey.
00:02:09In Glass Onion, we already know who we're dealing with,
00:02:12and we see him at his best as he unravels Miles Braun's prowess.
00:02:16Please, just tell us who tried to kill me.
00:02:20Nobody tried to kill you, you vainglorious buffoon.
00:02:25It's been a minute since we've seen a good old-fashioned whodunit,
00:02:28and Daniel Craig as Benoit Blanc is the perfect man to lead the charge of this franchise.
00:02:33Number 98, Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III, the How to Train Your Dragon franchise.
00:02:38Oh, the gods hate me.
00:02:40Some people lose their knife or their mug.
00:02:43No, not me. I managed to lose an entire dragon.
00:02:48While there are endless lovable characters in the How to Train Your Dragon films and TV shows,
00:02:53Hiccup is the one who is always at the center of it all.
00:02:56Between his reluctant but eventually adorable bond with Toothless and his blooming relationship with Astrid,
00:03:01we watch him grow from a clueless teenager to a fierce chief of the tribe.
00:03:05He helps others see that dragons deserve to live,
00:03:08and it's his kind nature that keeps him relatable throughout the franchise.
00:03:12See? I knew you'd come around.
00:03:18His character is a great representation of a harmonious relationship between animals and humans.
00:03:23The films would be totally incomplete without him.
00:03:26That bit's my handiwork, with a little Hiccup flair thrown in.
00:03:31I might make a few tweaks.
00:03:37Not including the It Girl of this 90s teen comedy on our list?
00:03:41Ugh, as if!
00:03:43Cher was the style icon we all wish we could be in high school,
00:03:47with a heart of gold and just enough naivety for her to be charming rather than pitied.
00:03:51She's optimistic to a fault, and throughout the film,
00:03:54we watch her clumsily navigate romantic relationships and her flailing popularity
00:03:58after helping New Girl tie with her makeover.
00:04:01But Cher always looks flawless,
00:04:03she learns a lot about herself and those around her along the way,
00:04:07and she ends up getting the guy in the end.
00:04:09That guy is played by Paul Rudd, so that's definitely a big win.
00:04:14Are you saying you care about me?
00:04:17Josh...
00:04:25You're just a kid.
00:04:27You don't have the faintest idea of what you're talking about.
00:04:30Why, thank you.
00:04:31It's alright.
00:04:32Some of Robin Williams' best roles were his more serious, gentle characters.
00:04:37In Dead Poets Society, he plays the lovable and inspiring teacher Mr. John Keating.
00:04:42Yet it's his Academy Award-winning role as Will Hunting psychologist Dr. Sean Maguire,
00:04:47alongside an up-and-coming Matt Damon that we're featuring here.
00:04:50His character has a light humor that helps Will open up,
00:04:53with a sternness and insightfulness that allow him to navigate his next steps in life.
00:04:57Who could forget the It's Not Your Fault scene shared between the two?
00:05:01It's not your fault.
00:05:12It's not your fault.
00:05:14Watching Williams as Dr. Maguire on screen is like watching wisdom personified.
00:05:19It's a truly mesmerizing performance to watch time and time again.
00:05:23I had to go see about a girl.
00:05:26Will.
00:05:29Son of a bitch.
00:05:34Alright, well, so it was real quiet up here.
00:05:36Boom!
00:05:38You never know, that's the point. Go.
00:05:40No movie character list would be complete without at least a few villains.
00:05:44Denzel Washington's character is as noteworthy as he is complicated and terrifying.
00:05:49Harris is an LAPD detective who is about as corrupt as they come.
00:06:04Through his affiliations with the mob,
00:06:06we see his ruthless nature shine as he takes down anyone in his path.
00:06:11He finds ways to pin his actions on others,
00:06:14particularly Ethan Hawke as Jake Hoyt,
00:06:16through his psychological tactics and irresistible charisma.
00:06:19It's a classic Denzel Washington role that he plays flawlessly,
00:06:23even earning himself the Academy Award for Best Actor.
00:06:26We cannot deny that this character is one of the greatest ever.
00:06:41Number 94.
00:06:42IT, aka Pennywise the Dancing Clown.
00:06:45The IT franchise.
00:06:53Speaking of terrifying,
00:06:54enter the clown that has generations of children afraid of drains.
00:06:58This isn't any ordinary scary clown.
00:07:00Pennywise is capable of shape-shifting into any scary thing you can imagine,
00:07:04making IT a true nightmare.
00:07:11Tim Curry's portrayal in the IT miniseries was spine-chilling enough,
00:07:15but Bill Skarsgård's version is downright petrifying.
00:07:18Pennywise lures children in and shows them their biggest fears.
00:07:22We are always on the edge of our seats,
00:07:25thinking it may pop up at any time.
00:07:27If you didn't already have a fear of clowns,
00:07:29Pennywise will have you running in the opposite direction from any children's party.
00:07:35Number 93.
00:07:36Alex DeLarge, a clockwork orange.
00:07:49Alex DeLarge,
00:07:50a clockwork orange,
00:07:51is one of the most popular characters in the IT franchise.
00:07:54He's the most popular character in the IT miniseries,
00:07:57but he's also the most popular character in the IT miniseries.
00:08:02Alex DeLarge,
00:08:03ingrained in our memories with his white jumpsuit,
00:08:06black hat and one long eyelash,
00:08:08is a complex and horrifying person.
00:08:11He leads a gang of droogs that share those same qualities,
00:08:14and it seems that try or not try as he might,
00:08:17he can't kick these sick thrills.
00:08:19The crimes he commits are disturbing to say the least,
00:08:22and watching him attempt to be cured of these demons is unsettling.
00:08:26Malcolm McDowell's portrayal is iconic,
00:08:29as he makes the audience feel uncomfortable and intrigued by this elusive character.
00:08:33It's not a character anyone will be forgetting anytime soon.
00:08:43Number 92.
00:08:44Marge Gunderson, Fargo.
00:08:47You okay, Margie?
00:08:48Yeah, I'm fine.
00:08:52It's just morning sickness.
00:08:57Well, that passed.
00:08:58When Frances McDormand gets together with the Coen brothers,
00:09:01you just know that you're about to see some cinematic magic.
00:09:04Her role as Marge Gunderson,
00:09:06the extremely pregnant cop investigating murders in Fargo,
00:09:09is no exception.
00:09:10It's arguably her most iconic role to date.
00:09:13Even though the subject matter of this dark comedy is a bit grim,
00:09:16Gunderson keeps things light and humorous
00:09:18as she interacts with the Midwesterners in her town
00:09:21while working to solve this major crime.
00:09:23I saw some rough stuff on your priors,
00:09:24but nothing in the nature of a homicide.
00:09:26I know you don't want to be an accessory to something like that.
00:09:31She keeps her cool and does her job well,
00:09:34infusing humor and empathy into every situation.
00:09:37We still love to rewatch this film,
00:09:39even if it's just to see this iconic character.
00:09:43Number 91.
00:09:44Cinderella.
00:09:45Cinderella.
00:09:58There have been countless Disney princesses in the last century,
00:10:01with most becoming more intricate,
00:10:03relatable and memorable as the years go on.
00:10:05Cinderella may not have been the first Disney princess,
00:10:08but she is arguably the poster girl
00:10:10and the blueprint for the princesses who have come since.
00:10:12She's a significant character for little girls everywhere,
00:10:15as she teaches them that resilience is essential
00:10:18in building a life you've always dreamed of.
00:10:20And look, glass slippers.
00:10:24Why, it's like a dream.
00:10:27A wonderful dream come true.
00:10:30Yes, my child.
00:10:32The fact that she does it all with kindness and grace
00:10:34is something to be admired.
00:10:36There have been sequels and remakes of the original,
00:10:38but nothing can beat the 1950 version
00:10:40with its mesmerizing soundtrack,
00:10:42fun animation and endearing main character.
00:10:45Number 90.
00:10:46Clark Kent,
00:10:47aka Superman.
00:10:49The Superman franchise.
00:10:51Who are you?
00:10:53A friend.
00:10:58Although we've seen him in countless comics,
00:11:00TV shows and video games throughout the years,
00:11:02we're looking exclusively at his role in films for this list.
00:11:06While Superman films were first released in the 1940s and 50s,
00:11:10it's Christopher Reeve's portrayal of the reporter-by-day,
00:11:13superhero-by-night through the 70s and 80s films
00:11:15that are truly unforgettable.
00:11:17I certainly hope this little incident hasn't put you off flying, miss.
00:11:21Statistically speaking, of course,
00:11:23it's still the safest way to travel.
00:11:25Seeing him balance life as a death-defying superhero
00:11:28and as the mild-mannered Clark Kent
00:11:30is always a joy to watch.
00:11:32Watching his relationship bloom with Lois Lane
00:11:34always tugs at our heartstrings.
00:11:36You'd have a hard time finding someone who hasn't heard of him.
00:11:39And that speaks to the true impact of Superman.
00:11:42Any more at home like you?
00:11:44Uh, not really, no.
00:11:48I-I didn't think so.
00:11:50Number 89.
00:11:51WALL-E,
00:11:52WALL-E.
00:11:53Directive?
00:11:54Uh-huh.
00:12:04Number 88.
00:12:05ANNIE HALL,
00:12:06ANNIE HALL.
00:12:07If you have a car, so then-then why-
00:12:09why did you say,
00:12:10do you have a car,
00:12:11like you want a lift?
00:12:13I don't-
00:12:14I don't-
00:12:15I, jeez, I don't know.
00:12:16I-I wasn't-
00:12:17Pfft!
00:12:18It's-
00:12:19I got this VW out there.
00:12:21I don't-
00:12:22Number 87.
00:12:23AXEL FOLEY,
00:12:24THE BEVERLY HILLS COP FRANCHISE.
00:12:37Number 86.
00:12:38MALEFICENT,
00:12:39SLEEPING BEAUTY.
00:12:50Number 85.
00:12:51BORAT SAGDIEV,
00:12:52THE BORAT FRANCHISE.
00:13:03Sacha Baron Cohen's most well-known role
00:13:05is also one born out of ingenuity in filmmaking.
00:13:08If not some controversy,
00:13:10all strung together with absolute hilarity.
00:13:12Cohen becomes Borat,
00:13:14a native of Kazakhstan
00:13:15who comes to America
00:13:16to learn more about their culture.
00:13:18His character satirically looks at and pokes fun
00:13:20at the bizarre things that we see in our society,
00:13:22like dinner etiquette training,
00:13:24obsession with celebrities,
00:13:25and even prejudice and stereotypes.
00:13:41He does all of this
00:13:42while those around him are unaware
00:13:44that he's in fact an actor
00:13:45and not actually Mr. Sagdiev.
00:13:47He does this again in the sequel film.
00:13:49We only hope that we haven't seen
00:13:51the last of this mankini-wearing character.
00:14:09Number 84.
00:14:10PHILIP MARLOW,
00:14:11THE BIG SLEEP.
00:14:20You could go on forever, couldn't you?
00:14:26Look at this city!
00:14:27A place like this would be great to live in.
00:14:29But there may be some witches living here already.
00:14:32And there may not be.
00:14:40I bought that building 10 years ago,
00:14:42my first real estate deal.
00:14:44Sold it two years later,
00:14:46made an $800,000 profit.
00:14:49It was better than sex.
00:14:53Number 81.
00:14:54JACK SKELLINGTON,
00:14:55THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS.
00:14:57Oh, there's an empty place in my bones
00:15:03that calls out for something unknown.
00:15:09Number 80.
00:15:10ANDY DUFRESNE,
00:15:11THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION.
00:15:13Although every man in Shawshank Prison
00:15:15claims to be innocent,
00:15:16it appears Andy Dufresne actually is.
00:15:19Serving two life sentences
00:15:20for a crime he likely didn't commit,
00:15:22Andy leaves us feeling hopeful and appreciative
00:15:24of the simple things in life.
00:15:26Despite his circumstances,
00:15:27he manages to befriend Red,
00:15:29another classic film character.
00:15:43He also helps his fellow inmates get educated,
00:15:45brings a library to the prison,
00:15:47and even gets a guard
00:15:48to supply them with a few beers.
00:15:50Andy teaches the audience
00:15:51that some birds aren't meant to be caged.
00:15:54His hopeful spirit and lovable nature
00:15:56are contagious enough
00:15:57to stick with us after the credits have rolled.
00:16:11Number 79.
00:16:12RON BURGUNDY,
00:16:13THE ANCHORMAN FRANCHISE.
00:16:15Unique New York.
00:16:17Unique New York.
00:16:19Mmm, I love scotch.
00:16:21I love scotch.
00:16:22Scotch is got scotch.
00:16:23Here it goes down.
00:16:25Number 78.
00:16:26PINOCCHIO,
00:16:27PINOCCHIO AND GUILLERMO DEL TORO'S PINOCCHIO.
00:16:30Then I will be Pinocchio.
00:16:33And you will be my papa.
00:16:36Will that do?
00:16:39That will do.
00:16:41Number 77.
00:16:42PRIVATE LEONARD GOMERPILE LAWRENCE,
00:16:44FULL METAL JACKET.
00:16:46Are those live rounds?
00:16:55762 millimeter.
00:17:01Full metal jacket.
00:17:04Number 76.
00:17:05KATNISS EVERDEEN,
00:17:06THE HUNGER GAMES FRANCHISE.
00:17:09Prim.
00:17:10Prim.
00:17:12I volunteer.
00:17:14I volunteer.
00:17:16I volunteer as tribute.
00:17:20Number 75.
00:17:21NURSE RATCHET,
00:17:22ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST.
00:17:24If Mr. McMurphy doesn't want to take his medication orally,
00:17:28I'm sure we can arrange that he can have it some other way.
00:17:32With a colorful cast of characters led by Jack Nicholson's Randall McMurphy,
00:17:36you'd think it would be hard for any to stand out.
00:17:39It takes a very special villain to do so.
00:17:42Nurse Ratchet is the nurse of everyone's nightmares in this film,
00:17:45and it's genuinely difficult to watch her be so cruel to her patients.
00:17:49May I have my cigarettes, please, Miss Ratchet?
00:17:52You sit down, Mr. Cheswick, and wait your turn.
00:17:58Go ahead, sit down.
00:18:00She controls basically every aspect of their lives.
00:18:03They take the abuse until McMurphy changes that,
00:18:06defying her at every turn and eventually diminishing her power.
00:18:10She is the perfect antagonist for the story,
00:18:13and although she may look harmless,
00:18:15she has solidified herself as one of the greatest villains in cinematic history.
00:18:19Now calm down.
00:18:21The best thing we can do is go on with our daily routine.
00:18:24All right?
00:18:29Number 74.
00:18:30JACK TORRANCE,
00:18:31THE SHINING.
00:18:34Here's Johnny!
00:18:37Number 73.
00:18:38KEVIN MCALLISTER,
00:18:39THE HOME ALONE FRANCHISE.
00:18:41I can't seem to find my toothbrush,
00:18:43so I'll pick one up when I go out today.
00:18:45Other than that, I'm in good shape.
00:18:52Number 72.
00:18:53JOHN KRAMER,
00:18:54AKA JIGSAW,
00:18:55THE SAW FRANCHISE.
00:18:57We can never come from anger or from vengeance.
00:19:03You taught me that.
00:19:07But then there will be no justice.
00:19:09No.
00:19:10But there will.
00:19:16Because we'll speak for the dead.
00:19:18Number 71.
00:19:20CAPTAIN JAMES HOOK,
00:19:21THE PETER PAN FRANCHISE.
00:19:26And that's why I asked you over, me dear,
00:19:28to tell Peter I bear him no ill will.
00:19:34Number 70.
00:19:35E.T.
00:19:36E.T.,
00:19:37THE EXTRATERRESTRIAL.
00:19:45While most aliens in films evoke terror in their viewers,
00:19:49this one always leaves us in awe.
00:19:51E.T. is an adorable, curious little alien
00:19:54who finds himself stranded on Earth with his new pal, Elliot.
00:19:57The moments shared between them are equal parts endearing,
00:20:00heartfelt, and humorous.
00:20:02From moments like E.T. trying beer in Reese's Pieces
00:20:05to Elliot fearing he's lost his new best friend,
00:20:07we can't help but fall in love with this otherworldly character.
00:20:18He's part of one of the most iconic shots ever seen in film,
00:20:22as Elliot flies him through the sky past the moon on his bike.
00:20:25This alone ensures E.T. will never be forgotten.
00:20:32E.T.
00:20:33E.T.
00:20:34E.T.
00:20:35E.T.
00:20:36E.T.
00:20:37E.T.
00:20:38Number 69.
00:20:39Inigo Montoya,
00:20:40THE PRINCESS BRIDE.
00:20:53Number 68.
00:20:54John Wick,
00:20:55THE JOHN WICK FRANCHISE.
00:21:03Why don't you take the net off?
00:21:11Thank you, sir.
00:21:12Number 67.
00:21:13Patrick Bateman,
00:21:14AMERICAN PSYCHO.
00:21:16And though I can hide my cold gaze,
00:21:19and you can shake my hand and feel flesh gripping yours,
00:21:22and maybe you can even sense our lifestyles are probably comparable,
00:21:27I simply am not there.
00:21:30Number 66.
00:21:31Dr. Evil,
00:21:32THE AUSTIN POWERS FRANCHISE.
00:21:34Here's the plan.
00:21:36We get the warhead,
00:21:38and we hold the world ransom for...
00:21:42one million dollars.
00:21:47Number 65.
00:21:48Ip Man,
00:21:49THE IP MAN FRANCHISE.
00:21:51Some of the best characters in the history of cinema are derived from real people,
00:22:03and that's what we see with Ip Man.
00:22:05The film series honoring his contributions to Chinese martial arts is inspiring and informative,
00:22:10not to mention action-packed and emotional.
00:22:13We see him fight intricately personal battles while also fighting against racism and prejudice.
00:22:18He does it all while fighting mesmerizingly and staying true to himself.
00:22:22One of his students is the extremely talented and beloved Bruce Lee,
00:22:27so it's no wonder Ip has become a legend in his own right.
00:22:46Number 64.
00:22:47Anton Chigurh,
00:22:48NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN.
00:23:00Number 63.
00:23:01Regina George,
00:23:02MEAN GIRLS.
00:23:18Number 62.
00:23:20Han Solo,
00:23:21THE STAR WARS FRANCHISE.
00:23:31Number 61.
00:23:32Scarlett O'Hara,
00:23:33GONE WITH THE WIND.
00:23:45Number 60.
00:23:46Chihiro,
00:23:47SEN,
00:23:48SPIRITED AWAY.
00:23:59While some of the most memorable movie characters are epic heroes or particularly cruel villains,
00:24:05Chihiro stands out because of her compassionate nature and willingness to be daring despite her timid demeanor.
00:24:10When she finds herself alone and without her family,
00:24:13she has to adapt to be resilient and resourceful as she navigates new relationships,
00:24:18challenges and sacrifices.
00:24:32The reason she's considered one of the greatest movie characters ever
00:24:35is because of her influence as a role model to young women.
00:24:38Her growth throughout the film shows audience members they don't need to rely on others to grow and make an impact.
00:24:44For that, she is truly inspiring.
00:24:56Number 59.
00:24:57Ferris Bueller,
00:24:58FERRIS BUELLER'S DAY OFF.
00:25:09Number 58.
00:25:11Harry Callaghan,
00:25:12THE DIRTY HARRY FRANCHISE.
00:25:14I know what you're thinking.
00:25:16Did he fire six shots or only five?
00:25:20Well, to tell you the truth, in all this excitement, I've kind of lost track myself.
00:25:24But even this is a .44 Magnum, the most powerful handgun in the world, and would blow your head clean off.
00:25:30You've got to ask yourself one question.
00:25:32Do I feel lucky?
00:25:34Well, do you, punk?
00:25:37Number 57.
00:25:38George Bailey,
00:25:39IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE.
00:25:44I'm not a praying man, but if you're up there and you can hear me, show me the way.
00:25:56Number 56.
00:25:57Doctor Strangelove,
00:25:58DOCTOR STRANGELOVE.
00:26:00Of course, it would be absolutely vital that our top government and military men be included
00:26:06to foster and impart the required principles of leadership and tradition.
00:26:15Number 55.
00:26:17Rick Blaine,
00:26:18CASABLANCA.
00:26:20Can I tell you a story, Rick?
00:26:22You got a wild finish?
00:26:24I don't know the finish yet.
00:26:27Go on, tell it. Maybe one will come to you as you go along.
00:26:30Here's looking at you, Rick.
00:26:32One of Humphrey Bogart's most famous roles,
00:26:34we aren't surprised that his performance as Rick Blaine garnered him an Oscar nomination.
00:26:39He plays a troubled and heartbroken man who turns into a noble optimist,
00:26:43all while he operates his nightclub and deals with the turmoil of his past romance.
00:26:48Of all the gin joints in all the towns in all the world, she walks into mine.
00:26:54This character arc occurs against the backdrop of World War II,
00:26:58making his every move that much more meaningful
00:27:01as he battles with both himself and his political affiliations with the war.
00:27:05Watching him and Ingrid Bergman together is truly magical,
00:27:08and thanks to him, we'll know that we'll always have Paris.
00:27:12Here's looking at you, kid.
00:27:29Looks like a Christmas tree.
00:27:36Oh my God, it's a dream!
00:27:39Whoa, whoa, kid, kid, stop, stop.
00:27:41Stop, stop.
00:27:45I'll get it back to you, all right?
00:27:47You broke it!
00:27:52Wow, look at him go!
00:27:58All I have in this world is my balls and my word,
00:28:02and I don't break them for no one.
00:28:04Do you understand?
00:28:06That piece of shit up there, I never liked him, I never trusted him.
00:28:10For all I know, he had me set up and had my friend Angel Fernandez killed.
00:28:15But that's history.
00:28:16I hear he's not.
00:28:18Do you want to go on with me?
00:28:19You say it.
00:28:20You don't?
00:28:21Then you make a move.
00:28:27My straw reaches across the room.
00:28:35And starts to drink your milkshake.
00:28:39I drink your milkshake!
00:28:45I drink it up!
00:28:51I'm the dude.
00:28:52So that's what you call me, you know?
00:28:55That, or his dude-ness, or dude-er, or el dude-erino,
00:29:01if you're not into the whole brevity thing.
00:29:03Name a more laid-back hero, we dare you.
00:29:06It seems like wherever the dude goes, chaos seems to follow.
00:29:10Watching him try to navigate several bizarre scenarios with the Big Lebowski,
00:29:14Walter, or any of the other memorable characters in this film is hilarious.
00:29:18He does it all with a laissez-faire attitude that is honestly admirable.
00:29:22The dude makes his audience feel like they can do anything
00:29:25by letting the cards fall where they may.
00:29:27His outlook on life is an essential part of the film
00:29:30and his character development, or lack thereof.
00:29:33We are not surprised this film and its main character
00:29:36have garnered a cult following over the years.
00:29:38Anyone feel like bowling all of a sudden?
00:29:52Now let's catch up to that truck!
00:30:02Guys! Guys! Woody's riding our scene!
00:30:26My name is Maximus Decimus Meridius,
00:30:29commander of the armies of the North,
00:30:31general of the Felix legions,
00:30:33loyal servant to the true emperor Marcus Aurelius,
00:30:38father to a murdered son,
00:30:40husband to a murdered wife,
00:30:43and I will have my vengeance
00:30:45in this life or the next.
00:30:51I'd marry you for your money in a minute.
00:30:54Would you marry me for my money?
00:30:56In a minute.
00:30:58So I guess it's pretty lucky neither of us is rich, huh?
00:31:01Yeah.
00:31:19Featuring Meryl Streep in a video about great movie characters?
00:31:22Groundbreaking.
00:31:23We've seen Meryl in tragic films like Sophie's Choice
00:31:26and fun, uplifting ones like Mamma Mia.
00:31:28We think her villain era might just be our favorite though.
00:31:31Streep plays Miranda Priestly,
00:31:33the ruthless editor-in-chief of a fashion magazine.
00:31:36And like most antagonists,
00:31:38she is as multifaceted as she is evil.
00:31:40I'm having lunch with her. I'll be back at three.
00:31:43I'd like my Starbucks waiting.
00:31:46Oh, and if you don't have that Harry Potter book by then,
00:31:50don't even bother coming back.
00:31:52I'll be back.
00:31:55She is ambitious to a fault,
00:31:57demanding the world of her employees
00:31:59in ways we would never hope to encounter in a workplace.
00:32:02But her work ethic and commitment
00:32:04are very much something to be admired.
00:32:06She's a fashion icon,
00:32:08she's endlessly quotable,
00:32:09she's relentlessly cruel,
00:32:11and we truly cannot get enough of her.
00:32:13We thought the contrast between the femininity of the florals
00:32:16and the more raw, rough human background
00:32:18would create this wonderful tension.
00:32:20No.
00:32:24Open the door when I tell you!
00:32:26No.
00:32:38No. 43.
00:32:39Willy Wonka.
00:32:40Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.
00:32:42There's no earthly way of knowing
00:32:46Which direction we are going
00:32:50There's no knowing where we're rowing
00:32:54Or which way the river's flowing
00:33:01Elle, how did you know that Chutney was lying?
00:33:03Because she's brilliant, of course.
00:33:04The rules of hair care are simple and finite.
00:33:06Any Cosmo girl would have known.
00:33:13Open the pod bay doors, Hal.
00:33:16I'm sorry, Dave.
00:33:18I'm afraid I can't do that.
00:33:22What's the problem?
00:33:24I think you know what the problem is
00:33:26just as well as I do.
00:33:28No. 40.
00:33:29Caesar.
00:33:30The Planet of the Apes franchise.
00:33:32Take your stinking paw off me, you damn dirty ape!
00:33:38No!
00:33:47Caesar is a character that is synonymous
00:33:49with the Planet of the Apes reboot series.
00:33:51He's a humanized and sympathetic character.
00:33:53We love seeing him progress
00:33:55into a caring and fierce leader of the apes.
00:33:57It's hard not to be mesmerized by Caesar,
00:34:00who looks so lifelike with visible emotions
00:34:02that are not unlike the ones we see in human beings.
00:34:05His struggle to remain kind
00:34:07in a world that forces him to battle
00:34:09is relatable for any viewer
00:34:10who's ever struggled to remain true to their values.
00:34:13We think he's a leader
00:34:14that people in the real world could learn from.
00:34:18Caesar is home.
00:34:20Home.
00:34:32Cool Spidey outfit.
00:34:35Thanks.
00:34:38Where'd you get it?
00:34:41I made it.
00:34:47No!
00:34:48No different!
00:34:49Only different in your mind.
00:34:51You must unlearn what you have learned.
00:34:56Alright, I'll give it a try.
00:34:58No!
00:34:59Try not!
00:35:00Do!
00:35:20No!
00:35:26Let's run away somewhere.
00:35:27Somewhere?
00:35:30Somewhere.
00:35:32Somewhere far away.
00:35:41The police are everywhere!
00:35:43I want the job done tonight!
00:35:45Are we gonna do it?
00:35:47Any way you like,
00:35:48poison them, drown them,
00:35:49bash them in the head.
00:35:51You got any claw for them?
00:35:53If she doesn't scare you,
00:35:54no evil thing will.
00:35:56We've seen many versions of this character
00:35:58throughout the years,
00:35:59from the animated portrayal
00:36:00to Glenn Close's terrifying performance
00:36:02in the live-action film
00:36:03to Emma Stone's depiction
00:36:05in the chilling origin story.
00:36:06All of these iterations of the character
00:36:08stick with you after the credits roll,
00:36:10leaving us wondering
00:36:11how someone could be so cruel
00:36:12to these innocent dogs,
00:36:14yet be so enticing
00:36:15and intriguing as a character.
00:36:17And where are the puppies?
00:36:21It's her fashion icon status
00:36:22that we can't help but adore,
00:36:24even though this is also the reason
00:36:26for her cruel nature.
00:36:27Giving herself a name like Cruella de Vil
00:36:30left her with no choice but to be evil.
00:36:32We've been out all night and all day
00:36:34and with nothing to eat.
00:36:36They're somewhere in this village
00:36:38and we're going to find them.
00:36:40Now get going!
00:36:46You there!
00:36:47Ogre!
00:36:48Aye?
00:36:50By the order of Lord Farquaad,
00:36:52I am authorized to place you both
00:36:54under arrest and transport you
00:36:56to a designated resettlement facility.
00:37:00Oh, really?
00:37:02You and what army?
00:37:08You are without doubt
00:37:09the worst pirate I've ever heard of.
00:37:12But you have heard of me.
00:37:15Number 32.
00:37:17Jules Winfield.
00:37:18Pulp Fiction.
00:37:19And I will strike down upon thee
00:37:22with great vengeance and furious anger
00:37:25those who attempt to poison
00:37:28and destroy my brothers.
00:37:30And you will know my name is the Lord
00:37:34when I lay my vengeance upon thee.
00:37:37Number 31.
00:37:39Frankenstein's Monster.
00:37:40The Frankenstein Franchise.
00:37:45Take care there, Frankenstein.
00:37:47Take care.
00:37:52Shut out the light.
00:37:56Number 30.
00:37:57Neo.
00:37:58The Matrix Franchise.
00:37:59Who doesn't love Keanu Reeves?
00:38:03There's a lot to love
00:38:04about one of his most famous roles
00:38:06as he portrays this computer hacker
00:38:08turned bona fide superhero flawlessly.
00:38:10While the intricate and philosophical scenarios
00:38:12that Neo finds himself in
00:38:14might put some viewers' brains into a pretzel,
00:38:16Neo navigates these situations
00:38:18with curiosity and vulnerability.
00:38:20We see him fight against the machines.
00:38:22And although this was significant
00:38:24at the time of the film's release,
00:38:26this fight is becoming more and more relevant by the day.
00:38:29He's the one.
00:38:30He's not going to be soon forgotten
00:38:32in the world of sci-fi.
00:38:34We hope we haven't seen the last of him.
00:38:36He is the one.
00:38:40Number 29.
00:38:41Wolverine.
00:38:42The X-Men Franchise.
00:38:57Number 28.
00:38:58Harry Potter.
00:38:59The Harry Potter Franchise.
00:39:02Rictusempra!
00:39:12Number 27.
00:39:13Forrest Gump.
00:39:14Forrest Gump.
00:39:24Number 26.
00:39:25Hans Landa.
00:39:26Inglourious Bastards.
00:39:42Fate reaches out and extends its hand.
00:39:47Number 25.
00:39:48Godzilla.
00:39:49The Godzilla Franchise.
00:40:05While first hitting the scene in 1954,
00:40:08Godzilla has left a mark as the original movie monster.
00:40:11Appearing in over 35 films so far,
00:40:14Godzilla is a complicated and significant character,
00:40:17despite being a grandiose amphibian.
00:40:19Since Godzilla's introduction is considered a post-war statement,
00:40:23the character now ebbs and flows through many societal changes.
00:40:26Godzilla goes back and forth from hero to villain
00:40:29depending on the state of the world in real life and in film.
00:40:32Either way, we can expect some seriously epic battles on the screen.
00:40:36With a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame,
00:40:38Godzilla is cemented as an unforgettable character.
00:40:45Number 24.
00:40:46Gandalf.
00:40:47The Lord of the Rings Franchise.
00:41:01Number 23.
00:41:02The Terminator.
00:41:03The Terminator Franchise.
00:41:07Number 22.
00:41:09Beatrix Kiddo,
00:41:10aka The Bride.
00:41:11The Kill Bill Franchise.
00:41:28Number 21.
00:41:29John McClane.
00:41:30The Die Hard Franchise.
00:41:37Come out to the coast, we'll get together, have a few laughs.
00:41:42Number 20.
00:41:43Tony Stark,
00:41:44aka Iron Man.
00:41:45The Marvel Cinematic Universe.
00:41:57There are literally endless amounts of memorable and epic characters
00:42:00in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
00:42:02From heroes like Captain America and Thor,
00:42:04to villains like Loki and Thanos,
00:42:06we've seen some impactful character growth,
00:42:08intense battles,
00:42:09and extraordinary moments from all of them.
00:42:12We have to feature the man who started it all.
00:42:15And again, let's bring it up to 2.5,
00:42:173,
00:42:182,
00:42:191.
00:42:24Tony Stark, as Iron Man,
00:42:25was the first superhero introduced in this realm
00:42:28as he turns from a weapons manufacturer
00:42:30to a superhero playing for the good guys
00:42:32after seeing the destruction his weaponry causes.
00:42:35He evolves from a selfish, genius, billionaire, playboy philanthropist
00:42:38to a selfless, self-sacrificing hero.
00:42:41And it is a magical journey to watch.
00:42:43He truly is Iron Man.
00:42:51Number 19.
00:42:52The Man With No Name.
00:42:53The Dollars Trilogy.
00:43:03You'd be hard-pressed to find anyone who's unfamiliar with Clint Eastwood,
00:43:07and this is the role that launched him to stardom.
00:43:10This trilogy is the blueprint for spaghetti westerns.
00:43:13Eastwood's character, known as The Man With No Name,
00:43:16is also The Man With No Backstory,
00:43:18making him especially intriguing and memorable.
00:43:21We see him sporting a different name,
00:43:23but the same look and demeanor throughout every film in The Dollars Trilogy.
00:43:27He's known for his survival mentality,
00:43:29showdown ability,
00:43:31and his elusiveness.
00:43:36Western films that followed would not be the same
00:43:38without the influence of this character,
00:43:40and there is no one better to play him than King of the Anti-Heroes.
00:43:53Number 18.
00:43:54Mary Poppins.
00:43:55Mary Poppins and Mary Poppins Returns.
00:44:01Item one, a cheery disposition.
00:44:04I am never cross.
00:44:06She's practically perfect in every way.
00:44:08How could we not include her on this list?
00:44:11Mary Poppins is the nanny of our dreams.
00:44:13Despite her somewhat stern demeanor and high expectations,
00:44:17she's the spoonful of sugar that helps the medicine go down.
00:44:20Just a spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down
00:44:25in a most delightful way.
00:44:29She takes Jane and Michael on magical adventures
00:44:31into drawings that come to life while cleaning the house
00:44:34with a snap of her fingers and singing like an angel.
00:44:37It's impossible to watch this film without feeling nostalgic,
00:44:40and let's not forget that this role introduced the world to the amazing Julie Andrews.
00:44:45She won the Oscar for Best Actress in her first feature film.
00:44:49It doesn't get much more iconic than that.
00:44:58Number 17.
00:44:59Freddy Krueger.
00:45:00The A Nightmare on Elm Street franchise.
00:45:12Freddy Krueger haunts our nightmares,
00:45:14and he's got everything we look for in an antagonist.
00:45:17He has a dark backstory, an unrelenting thirst for evil,
00:45:20and hauntingly creative ways of carrying out his sinister missions
00:45:24as he preys on his victims' vulnerabilities in their dreams.
00:45:41His signature sweater, terrifying face, and bladed glove
00:45:44are staples in the world of horror films.
00:45:46He's one of the greatest characters ever seen in the genre.
00:45:49After watching any of the movies in which he's been featured for the last few decades,
00:45:53we'll be sleeping with the lights on.
00:45:55That's if we're able to fall asleep at all.
00:46:07Number 16.
00:46:08Travis Bickle.
00:46:09Taxi Driver.
00:46:16It's hard to pick Robert De Niro's all-time best performance,
00:46:19but one of his most outstanding roles is easily this one.
00:46:31In one of his many collaborations with Martin Scorsese,
00:46:34he portrays the chillingly complicated character of Travis Bickle,
00:46:37a tortured taxi driver who combats his own mental health
00:46:40in ways that are both devastating and intriguing to watch.
00:46:44He tries to save a young Jodie Foster as Ira Steensma from life on the streets,
00:46:48and we see him go to extreme measures to fix the things he sees as wrong in society.
00:46:53The acting is outstanding, the film is unforgettable,
00:46:56and Travis Bickle will always be an anti-hero for the ages.
00:47:09Number 15.
00:47:10Bruce Wayne, a.k.a. Batman.
00:47:12The Batman franchise.
00:47:19Even though this character was created for the comic book world way back in 1939
00:47:23and made his screen debut in 1943,
00:47:26he's still as relevant as ever.
00:47:28Although he doesn't have any inherent superpowers,
00:47:31he battles against some of the more well-known villains in the superhero realm,
00:47:35like the Penguin, the Riddler, and the Joker.
00:47:43But I know how you got these!
00:47:49Despite the fact that he's fighting evil,
00:47:51he means no harm to anyone.
00:47:53His mission is to keep Gotham City safe,
00:47:55which he helps to do both as Batman and his true identity, Bruce Wayne.
00:47:59Batman has been recognizable for generations,
00:48:02no matter who dons the cape and cowl.
00:48:04You didn't do anything wrong.
00:48:09Because he's the hero Gotham deserves.
00:48:12But not the one it needs right now.
00:48:16So we'll hunt him.
00:48:18Number 14.
00:48:19Genie, Aladdin.
00:48:33Robin Williams is renowned for his comedic performance.
00:48:36In this film, his voice acting is so outstanding
00:48:39that his character is arguably more memorable than any of the others.
00:48:43He plays the Genie who is discovered in his lamp by Aladdin,
00:48:46helping him become a prince and win Princess Jasmine's heart.
00:48:49Crick-a-mrack-a-mrack-a-mrake, stick that sword into that snake!
00:48:52You stay out of this!
00:48:53Jafar, Jafar, he's our man if he can't do it.
00:48:56Great!
00:48:57The Genie does this by giving Sage, if not hilarious, advice,
00:49:01singing some seriously catchy tunes,
00:49:03and pulling at our heartstrings.
00:49:05He provides us with comic relief and is essential to Aladdin and Jasmine's story.
00:49:09Watching the Genie in this film makes us miss the legendary Robin Williams
00:49:13because we ain't never had a friend like him.
00:49:16All of you, come over here.
00:49:17Big group hug.
00:49:18Group hug.
00:49:20Do you mind if I kiss the monkey?
00:49:23Oh, hairball.
00:49:24Well, I can't do any more damage around this popsicle stand.
00:49:27I'm outta here!
00:49:29Bye-bye, you two crazy lovebirds!
00:49:32Number 13.
00:49:33Ellen Ripley, the Alien franchise.
00:49:35Open the hatch.
00:49:36Wait a minute.
00:49:37If we let it in, the ship could be infected.
00:49:39You know the quarantine procedures.
00:49:4124 hours for decontamination.
00:49:43For years, we've seen countless male protagonists
00:49:46who battle villains, monsters, and other worldly characters.
00:49:50It's not only iconic, but refreshing to see Sigourney Weaver
00:49:53in this role throughout the franchise.
00:49:55She plays Ellen Ripley, who was originally supposed to be a male character
00:49:59until the director Ridley Scott decided against it.
00:50:01Well, let's talk about killing it.
00:50:03We know it's using the air shafts.
00:50:05Will you listen to me, Parker?
00:50:07Shut up!
00:50:08She progresses through the film series using her wits and resourcefulness
00:50:11to navigate everything that's thrown at her,
00:50:13from xenomorphs to protecting Newt
00:50:15all the way to grappling with her own identity and grief.
00:50:18She is deeply complex, but she is still a badass sci-fi character
00:50:22who will be remembered in movie history for years to come.
00:50:26Get away from her, you bitch!
00:50:32No!
00:50:38I think I'm the man to do it, you see.
00:50:40I have money and property.
00:50:42If I don't look after the interests of the underprivileged,
00:50:44maybe somebody else will.
00:50:46The main character of what's widely considered
00:50:48one of the greatest films of all time,
00:50:51Kane is still celebrated nearly a century after his introduction.
00:50:54He's mysterious and inviting,
00:50:56as we're drawn to him right from the start
00:50:58when he utters his famous line Rosebud on his deathbed.
00:51:01When we're taken through his life events,
00:51:03it's clear that he is fairly remarkable.
00:51:05Six years ago, I looked at a picture
00:51:08of the world's greatest newspaper man.
00:51:10I felt like a kid in front of a candy store.
00:51:13Well, tonight, six years later, I got my candy.
00:51:16All of it.
00:51:17Welcome, gentlemen, to the Enquirer.
00:51:19He's one of those characters who is wildly successful
00:51:22and lives an enviable lifestyle.
00:51:24Yet behind closed doors,
00:51:26he doesn't have the perfect life everyone thinks he does.
00:51:29For these reasons, he is surprisingly relatable
00:51:32with his lifelong struggle ingeniously summed up in one word.
00:51:36Rosebud.
00:51:46I am Dracula, and I welcome you to my house.
00:51:49I must apologize for not being here to greet you personally,
00:51:52but I trust that you have found everything you needed.
00:51:54Thank you, sir.
00:51:55Before there was Twilight or Buffy the Vampire Slayer,
00:51:58there was this unprecedented blood-sucking villain.
00:52:01He has all of the characteristics we love to see in vampires,
00:52:04as he's charming and alluring,
00:52:06but deeply evil and tormented.
00:52:08Bram Stoker's books served as the inspiration
00:52:10for 1922's Nosferatu,
00:52:12while Bela Lugosi made Dracula an icon in 1931.
00:52:16I have chartered a ship to take us to England.
00:52:21We will be leaving tomorrow evening.
00:52:27Since then, he's been in countless films,
00:52:30TV series, and video games.
00:52:32If you're afraid of the dark and those who may lurk in it,
00:52:35you can thank this character's massive influence on the horror genre,
00:52:38as his enduring legacy has touched generation after generation.
00:52:42Permit me to introduce myself.
00:52:46I am Prince Vlad II.
00:52:59Why so serious?
00:53:01As much as the protagonist of the franchise
00:53:03has made a mark on cinematic history,
00:53:05there's just something unforgettable about this villain.
00:53:07The Joker has appeared in many different films,
00:53:10with or without Batman.
00:53:12We're still very much up for debate whose portrayal of him is best.
00:53:15Jack Nicholson in the 1980s,
00:53:17Joaquin Phoenix's recent depiction in The Origin Story,
00:53:20or, of course, Heath Ledger's haunting but enduring performance
00:53:23in The Dark Knight are a few that come to mind.
00:53:26His twisted mind, terrifying smile,
00:53:28and archaic actions are legendary.
00:53:30He's bound to be forever remembered
00:53:32as one of the best on-screen villains ever.
00:53:35Wait till they get a load of me.
00:53:42Ooh.
00:53:45Ooh.
00:53:47Ooh.
00:53:53No, not the one with the lady.
00:53:55It's hard to make a mark on the silent film era,
00:53:57and it takes incredible physical acting
00:53:59to pull off amazing performances in these films.
00:54:01Charlie Chaplin is by far
00:54:03the most recognizable actor from this time period.
00:54:13Ah!
00:54:16His recurring character, the Tramp,
00:54:18set the stage for countless actors who would follow him.
00:54:21Named after one of Chaplin's films,
00:54:23which he also wrote, directed, and starred in,
00:54:25the Tramp is a clumsy and naive man
00:54:27who frequently finds himself in humorous, complicated,
00:54:30and sometimes even dangerous situations.
00:54:43He's got a distinct look and personality
00:54:45that only Chaplin can pull off.
00:54:47This character walked so that so many others could run.
00:55:02Good evening, Clarice.
00:55:05Hannibal Lecter has been a recognizable character
00:55:08since his first appearance in the film Manhunter
00:55:10to his most recent appearance on television
00:55:12in the show Hannibal.
00:55:13When we think of this character, though,
00:55:15our minds go to Anthony Hopkins
00:55:17in The Silence of the Lambs.
00:55:19He played alongside Jodie Foster's Clarice Starling,
00:55:22another character we won't soon forget.
00:55:24His introduction when he first meets Clarice
00:55:26is bone-chilling,
00:55:27and all of their interactions are a masterclass
00:55:30in mental manipulation.
00:55:32A census taker once tried to test me.
00:55:35I ate his liver with some fava beans
00:55:38and a nice Chianti.
00:55:44He's incredible to watch,
00:55:45and we're happy Hannibal isn't a real person
00:55:48because he's terrifying beyond belief.
00:55:50This can be attributed to Hopkins' incredible performance.
00:55:54We could chat longer, but...
00:55:57I'm having an old friend for dinner.
00:56:09He's the ultimate underdog,
00:56:10and we've loved cheering him on for years.
00:56:13Sylvester Stallone has played Rocky
00:56:15since the late 1970s,
00:56:16and his portrayal of him is not only inspirational,
00:56:19it's legitimately fun to watch.
00:56:21He grows from a loan shark collector
00:56:23to a boxer who can go the distance
00:56:25with nearly every fighter he encounters.
00:56:27He teaches us to keep punching
00:56:29no matter how difficult things get,
00:56:31and this message is universal for audiences of all ages.
00:56:34You, me, or nobody
00:56:36is gonna hit as hard as life,
00:56:38but it ain't about how hard you hit,
00:56:40it's about how hard you can get hit
00:56:43and keep moving forward,
00:56:44how much you can take and keep moving forward.
00:56:47Whether he's fighting Apollo Freed,
00:56:49avenging him by fighting Ivan Drago,
00:56:51or teaching Adonis Creed to battle against the best,
00:56:54this kind-hearted and resilient Philadelphia native
00:56:56is impossible to hate.
00:56:58Yo, Adrian, we did it.
00:57:07Number 6
00:57:08Norman Bates
00:57:09Psycho
00:57:10It's not as if she were a maniac,
00:57:13a raving thing.
00:57:17She just goes a little mad sometimes.
00:57:20Everyone goes a little mad sometimes,
00:57:22but Norman Bates does it in such a terrifying way
00:57:25that he can still make any viewer's skin crawl.
00:57:28When Marion Crane runs away
00:57:29and finds solace at the Bates Motel,
00:57:31she meets the mysterious Bates.
00:57:33It seems as though his mother is the one who kills her
00:57:36in the infamous shower-stabbing scene,
00:57:38but at this motel, things are not as they seem.
00:57:57In one of the most seamlessly executed plot twists
00:57:59ever seen in film,
00:58:01we learn that the quiet, seemingly harmless Norman
00:58:03doubles as his own mother
00:58:05and is the one committing the horrific acts.
00:58:08He's an incredibly tormented character
00:58:10and one that we love watching in this classic film.
00:58:26Number 5
00:58:27Dorothy Gale
00:58:28The Wizard of Oz
00:58:29It's far, far away,
00:58:32behind the moon,
00:58:35beyond the rain,
00:58:37somewhere over the rainbow.
00:58:44She inspires generations to explore
00:58:46what lies on the other side of the rainbow,
00:58:48and her adventures with the Scarecrow,
00:58:50Tin Man and Cowardly Lion are still fun to watch.
00:58:53As she adventures through the Land of Oz,
00:58:55she encounters witches of all kinds,
00:58:57munchkins and flying monkeys.
00:58:59Dorothy helps make it all magical to watch.
00:59:02With her blue gingham dress,
00:59:04her braided pigtails
00:59:05and her bright ruby slippers,
00:59:06she's been a recognizable character
00:59:08for adults and children alike for decades.
00:59:17Between her songs,
00:59:19her optimism
00:59:20and her realization that there's no place like home,
00:59:22her character and values are timeless.
00:59:25We're sure she will live on
00:59:27as a family favorite for years to come.
00:59:45Number 4
00:59:46Indiana Jones
00:59:47The Indiana Jones Franchise
00:59:56Harrison Ford is no stranger to playing iconic characters.
01:00:00This one just might be his most well-known.
01:00:03Armed with his fedora and whip,
01:00:05Indiana Jones is one of the greatest action heroes
01:00:07to ever grace our screens,
01:00:09with countless noteworthy moments
01:00:11that have become renowned in film history.
01:00:20Some that come to mind include the sword-turned-gunfight,
01:00:23determining which cup is the holy grail
01:00:25and getting chased by the big round boulder.
01:00:28He has us on the edge of our seats throughout every film,
01:00:31becoming the gold standard for adventure.
01:00:33His charm and humor are just the icing on the cake
01:00:36of this beloved character.
01:00:48Many would call The Godfather
01:00:49one of the best cinematic stories of all time,
01:00:52specifically the first two entries.
01:00:54So, it's not surprising that one of the most well-known characters
01:00:57in cinematic history comes from it.
01:00:59Vito is the titular character in this film,
01:01:01who is the leader of his family
01:01:03and his slice of the mafia.
01:01:05Throughout the films,
01:01:06we get to see both his upbringing and his later years.
01:01:09Who hasn't seen someone do an impression of him?
01:01:15Played by two of the most iconic actors of all time,
01:01:18Marlon Brando in the first and Robert De Niro in the second,
01:01:21it's hard to argue against his place as one of the greats.
01:01:52Arguably no movie franchise
01:01:54has as many significant characters as Star Wars.
01:01:57Luke and Leia pair perfectly with Han Solo and Chewbacca
01:02:00as partners in celestial crime.
01:02:02Who could forget Yoda's wisdom
01:02:03or C-3PO and R2-D2 providing us comic relief?
01:02:07We are just scratching the surface
01:02:08of memorable personas in these films.
01:02:10But one prevails above all,
01:02:12and that is Anakin Skywalker,
01:02:14better known as Darth Vader.
01:02:22We see him go from Jedi Knight to Sith Lord,
01:02:25from lovestruck boy to Luke and Leia's father,
01:02:28and from tortured soul to an elaborate villain.
01:02:31There would be no Star Wars without the OG villain,
01:02:34that James Earl Jones voice and his cryptic presence.
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01:03:16Spanning over six decades so far
01:03:18and played by actors like Sean Connery,
01:03:20Pierce Brosnan and Daniel Craig to name a few,
01:03:22this beloved character has earned his top spot.
01:03:25Every Bond movie is wildly entertaining,
01:03:28full of memorable action sequences and Bond girls.
01:03:31But the movies would be nothing without 007 himself.
01:03:36He's charming,
01:03:37can endure any life-threatening challenge
01:03:39and always keeps it classy.
01:03:41This franchise has not worn out its welcome,
01:03:43with audiences still anticipating every upcoming film,
01:03:47waiting to see what new adventures,
01:03:49legendary songs and classic cars await.
01:03:52We cannot imagine this character slowing down anytime soon.
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