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15 Movies With Charismatic Characters that Everyone Will Love

by Clarissa Shuman

When it comes to movies there are some that just stick out like a sore thumb. Some movies last the test of time and can be watched over and over again. In this list of movies and movie characters, you will see the greatest and most thrilling movies of all time. They feature some of the most incredible characters that make the movie last the test of time. 

There are some movie characters that you could not imagine being able to replace in a movie. In this list, you will see the characters that are irreplaceable in their specific movies. The acting was so good, that the movie would not be the same without them starring at it. So let us start with the first one on the list.

15 Movie Characters We All Love

The fifteen movies that are listed below have iconic characters that you will either love or hate, but you will feel something for them. That shows what a great character and excellent acting does because as long as you feel something for them, they have done their job.

Sylvester Stallone and Rocky

If there was ever a charismatic character in a movie it has to be Sylvester Stallone as Rocky Balboa. What a performance as the blue-collar guy from Philadelphia who was tough as old boots. Sylvester Stallone did a fantastic job portraying Rocky Balboa that the movie went on to make 7 more movies if we include the two Creed movies. A fine movie with amazing acting by Sylvester Stallone. 

Marlon Brando and The Godfather

One of the most iconic movies ever made, The Godfather is a classic and is still talked about almost fifty years after it was made. Marlon Brando plays the main man, Vito Corleone, the head of the family, and does such a great job that it is a character that can never be replaced.

Bruce Willis and Die Hard

This movie gets everyone ramped up and gets the testosterone pumping. Bruce Willis plays John McClane who saves the day in this action thriller. Another excellent performance that lives forever.

Linda Blair and The Exorcist

This movie was one of the scariest ever made and certainly got people talking back in 1973. Linda Blair plays Regan MacNeil, a girl who is possessed by the devil. This movie is still as scary now as it was back then.

Arnold Schwarzenegger and The Terminator

No one who has ever watched this movie will forget how epic it is. The Terminator is played by Arnold and what a performance by him. There are so many great lines in this movie and none better than I Will Be Back!

Morgan Freeman and The Shawshank Redemption

This is a brilliant movie and Morgan Freeman plays the role of Ellis Boyd (Red) like no one else. He is a great actor and you can really see it in this movie. Why not try this link for some fun. 

Mickey Rourke and The Wrestler

This movie is a wrestler’s dream as it features lots of cool wrestling moves from Randy the Ram Robinson, aka Mickey Rourke. A tale of love and passion for his craft. This movie brought Rourke back into the limelight. Top class acting. 

Renee Zellweger and Bridget Jones’ Diary

What a performance by Renee in this love-sick romantic comedy. This movie makes you want to laugh, cry and smile or even use online dating to not skip your soulmate. The character in this movie is clumsy, kind, insecure, and very funny. A fantastic role played by Renee Zellweger that I can not imagine anyone else could have pulled off.

Christian Bale and American Psycho

This is a movie full of dark humor about a serial killer called Patrick Bateman who could be your next-door neighbor. Bale plays the role so well you actually like the way he does things. He is cool with the way he goes about being a killer. Fun to watch cult classic.

Keanu Reeves and John Wick

This is as cool a character as it gets and Keanu Reeves plays the part of John Wick brilliantly. He is an assassin who you would never want to mess with. This movie is full of cool lines and great fight scenes. The lesson learned from this movie is never cross John Wick.

Johnny Depp and Pirates of the Caribbean 

Johnny plays Captain Jack Sparrow who is as cool as it gets in this funny Disney franchise. Depp decided to base the character of Jack Sparrow on Keith Richards the Rolling Stone guitarist and what a wise choice. The excellent character that you can never forget. 

Will Ferrell and Anchorman

Will plays Ron Burgundy, a news anchorman that is cool and sad at the same time. This movie will have you laughing for days with the fine acting of Will Ferrel. There are some amazing lines in this movie and Will Ferrel pulls the job off extremely well. 

Daniel Radcliffe and Harry Potter

Danny Radcliffe plays the role of Harry Potter the young wizard very well, and he is only a young boy. In fact, he did so well they decided to make eight other installments of this franchise. 

Matt Damon and The Bourne Identity

An excellent movie franchise that is played so well by Matt Damon as Jason Bourne. There are some kick-ass fight scenes throughout this movie that will make you want to learn some skills yourself. There is so much excitement in these movies you will be biting your nails for two hours. 

Heath Ledger and The Dark Knight 

What a performance by Heath Ledger in his iconic role as the Joker. He is as cool a character as you will find and he makes all his madness seem really sane. An outstanding character that stands the test of time. 

Conclusion

As you can see there have been some very memorable performances over the years. Some of the movies that are listed above are over forty years old, but they are still watched and loved by many. Characters help make a movie great and these characters above have definitely done that. There are some big names that have made certain characters their own. 


ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Clarissa Shuman is a writer and journalist who currently works at http://japanese-women.net/ and tries to expand her knowledge in different spheres of life. She has a great love for creativity and prefers to develop her skills and expertise in writing. Now Clarissa is looking for new ways to serve the web community.