10 Scariest Movie Characters of All Time

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Freddy Krueger

Freddy Krueger, the clawed nightmare slayer, haunts the dreams of Elm Street residents. His sadistic grin and gruesome killings are the stuff of pure terror.

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Hannibal Lecter

Dr. Hannibal Lecter, the brilliant but psychopathic cannibal, will send shivers down your spine. His intellect and cruelty make him a truly unsettling character.

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Regan MacNeil

Regan MacNeil's possession by a malevolent demon is the stuff of nightmares. Her head-spinning and grotesque transformations are unforgettable.

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Michael Myers

Michael Myers, the silent and relentless killer, is the embodiment of pure evil. His emotionless mask and unstoppable pursuit terrify audiences to this day.

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Pennywise

Pennywise the Dancing Clown lures children into the sewers with his creepy grin and shape-shifting abilities. He's a nightmare come to life.

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Norman Bates

Norman Bates, with his dual personality and obsession with his mother, is a chilling depiction of mental illness. The famous shower scene still haunts viewers.

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Leatherface

Leatherface, a deranged and mask-wearing cannibal, wields a chainsaw with brutal intent. His macabre family and gruesome killings leave an indelible mark on horror.

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Jack Torrance

Jack Torrance's descent into madness while trapped in a snowbound hotel is a masterclass in psychological horror. "Here's Johnny!" still sends chills down our spines.

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Samara Morgan

Samara Morgan, the vengeful ghost with her long, black hair covering her face, emerges from a cursed videotape. Her eerie crawl out of the TV is unforgettable.

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Jigsaw

Jigsaw, with his intricate and sadistic traps, tests the limits of human survival. His moral dilemmas and gruesome games make him an enduring horror figure.

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