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- Superman (first appearance: 1938) Created by Jerry Siegal and Joe Shuster for Action Comics #1 (DC Comics).
- Mickey Mouse (1928) Created by Walt Disney and Ub Iworks for Steamboat Willie.
- James Bond (1953) Created by Ian Fleming for nov el Casino Royale.
- Bugs Bunny (1940) Created by Warner Bros and originally voiced by Mel Blanc.
- Superman
- Mickey Mouse
- Santa Claus
- James Bond
- Bugs Bunny
- Dracula
- Batman
- Dorothy Gale
- Darth Vader
- The Tramp
Superman, a creation of writer Jerry Siegel and artist Joe Shuster in 1932, stands out as one of the most iconic fictional characters and a quintessential comic book superhero. Originating in Cleveland, Ohio, Superman made his debut in the first edition of ‘Action Comics’ in June 1938, subsequently becoming a symbol of American cultural identity. T...
In 1928, Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks created the iconic cartoon character Mickey Mouse. Initially named Mortimer Maus, Walt Disney’s wife, Lillian, suggested the change to “Mickey” for a more pleasant sound. Walt Disney provided Mickey’s voice from 1928 to 1947, succeeded by Jimmy MacDonald until 1977. Wayne Allwine took over until his death in 2009,...
Santa Claus, originating from the Christian saint St. Nicholas, underwent a transformation during the Protestant Reformation, becoming a secular figure associated with gift-giving. The American version of Santa emerged in New Amsterdam, influenced by the Dutch Sinterklaas. In the 19th century, American journalists popularized a joyful, rotund Santa...
James Bond, also known as Secret Agent 007, is a fictional British spy created by Ian Fleming in 1953. The character has appeared in twelve novels and two short story collections, with seven other authors contributing authorized works after Fleming’s death. Adaptations include TV, radio, comics, video games, and films, with the latter being the lon...
Bugs Bunny, an iconic gray rabbit from Looney Tunes cartoons, is a globally recognized character“born” in 1940 in Brooklyn, New York City. Created by Ben Hardaway, Tex Avery, and Chuck Jones at Warner Brothers Studios, Bugs first appeared in 1938 and gained his familiar persona in 1940’s “A Wild Hare,” famously asking “What’s up Doc?” He remains a ...
Vlad III, also known as Dracula and Tepeș (Impaler), was a Vlach prince from the Drăculești dynasty, known for his fierce battles against the Turks in Wallachia. Ruling three times, he faced constant challenges for the throne, employing cruel methods learned as a child hostage to Murat II. Initially balancing relations with the Christian West and t...
Batman, an iconic fictional character from DC Comics, was created by Bob Kane and Bill Finger in 1939. Known as the “Knight of Darkness” and “World’s Greatest Detective,” Batman’s alter ego is Bruce Wayne, a wealthy playboy and philanthropist. Witnessing his parents’ murder, he vows to fight crime and undergoes intense physical and mental training....
Dorothy Gale, a fictional character from “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz” by L. Frank Baum, dreams of a problem-free place during a tornado. In her dream, she and her dog Toto land in the magical land of Oz. Guided by Glinda, a good witch, Dorothy follows the yellow brick road to the Emerald City, seeking the Wizard’s help to return home to Kansas. Alo...
Darth Vader, formerly known as Anakin Skywalker, is a key antagonist in the Star Wars series. His iconic appearance in the original trilogy began with “Revenge of the Sith,” portrayed by Hayden Christensen, and voiced by James Earl Jones due to David Prowse’s Western accent. Vader is recognized as one of cinema’s most famous villains, earning a spo...
Charlie, a tramp, bravely faces three thugs to protect a young girl. Despite his clumsiness, he successfully defends her, leading to her gratitude and an offer of a job from her farmer father. While not the most skilled farm worker, Charlie foils a robbery. However, as the girl’s fiancé arrives, the tramp realizes he has no chance of winning her lo...
- Sherlock Holmes. Created by Arthur Conan Doyle, Sherlock Holmes is one of the best fictional characters of all time. A detective in Baker Street, Holmes has a vast knowledge of science along with amazing reasoning and observation skills.
- Harry Potter. This magical character created by J.K Rowling is loved by millions of Potterheads worldwide. Harry Potter’s struggle to fight against Voldemort and grow as a wizard won the hearts of fans.
- Elizabeth Bennet. Brought to life by Jane Austen, Elizabeth is one of the most memorable characters from Pride and Prejudice. Published anonymously in 1813, Pride and Prejudice’s Elizabeth was loved by audiences worldwide.
- James Bond. Created by Ian Fleming, James Bond is an intelligence officer who is given a dangerous mission in every story. Known for his intelligence, Bond manages to kill enemies easily and survive challenging situations.
This is an alphabetically ordered list of fictional characters, including the titles of works in which they appear. See also literature; novel; fable; short List of Fictional Characters | Popular Figures in Literature & Folklore | Britannica
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
- Indiana Jones. Appearances: All four Indiana Jones adventures (1981-2008) Creators: George Lucas, Lawrence Kasdan. Performer: Harrison Ford. Defining moment: The flicker of recognition that crosses Indy’s face when Belloq (Paul Freeman) suggests they are alike...
- James Bond. Appearances: The James Bond series (1962–) Creator: Ian Fleming. Performers: Sean Connery, George Lazenby, Roger Moore, Timothy Dalton, Pierce Brosnan, Daniel Craig.
- Han Solo. Appearances: The Star Wars series (1977–2015) Creator: George Lucas. Performer: Harrison Ford. Defining moment: Granted, Vader had the better wardrobe (black cape, motorcycle leathers), but Solo’s scruffy-looking smuggler still takes the gundark’s share of Star Wars cool.
- Batman. Appearances: Batman The Movie (1966), Batman (1989), Batman Returns (1992), Batman Forever (1995), Batman & Robin (1997), Batman Begins (2005), The Dark Knight (2008), The Dark Knight Rises (2012)
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