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List of Dirty Harry characters, including pictures when available. These characters from Dirty Harry are ordered by their significance to the film, so main characters are featured at the top while minor characters and cameos are further down on the list. Dirty Harry had a lot of memorable characters, which is part of the reason why the movie is so beloved by people around the world. The names of the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-greatest-film-actors-and-actresses-of-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">actors and actresses</a> who played each character are included next to the character's names, so use this list to discover who played your favorite characters.List is made up of a variety of items, including Bus Driver and Charles 'Scorpio Killer' Davis.If you want to know, "Who are the characters from Dirty Harry?" or "What are the names of Dirty Harry characters?" then this list is the perfect resource for you.To view this list of Dirty Harry roles alphabetically, click on "Name" at the top of the list. Is one of your favorite characters missing? Feel free to add them by typing in their name at the bottom of the list.

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Harry Callahan

Inspector Harold Francis "Dirty Harry" Callahan is a fictional character in the Dirty Harry film series, encompassing Dirty Harry, Magnum Force, The Enforcer, Sudden Impact and The Dead Pool. Callahan is portrayed by Clint Eastwood in each movie.
From his debut, Callahan became the template for a new kind of movie cop: an antihero who does not hesitate to cross professional and ethical boundaries in pursuit of his own vision of justice, especially when the law is poorly served by an inept bureaucracy.
Callahan is often considered a film icon, so much so that his nickname, "Dirty Harry", has entered the lexicon as slang for ruthless police officers. All of the Dirty Harry films feature Callahan killing criminals, mostly in gunfights. Phrases he utters in armed stand-offs, Go ahead, make my day and [...] you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel lucky?' Well, do you, punk? have become iconic. As the 1971 film was criticized for carrying fascist, or at least authoritarian, undertones, the sequels attempted to be more balanced by pitting Harry against villains from a broader ideological spectrum; notably in 1973's Magnum Force, in which Harry is shown fighting vigilantism.

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There are certain things that make the best movie heroes completely badass - that swagger, that style and most of all, the ability to deliver in a pinch. For <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/most-macho-action-hero/jessica-bedewi" target="_blank">action heroes</a>, a sense of humor is a nice touch, as are wardrobe sensibilities (it takes serious panache to look good in a sweaty, blood &amp; grease stained tank top.) But really, if your hero can <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/times-action-heroes-shouldnt-have-survived/jessica-bedewi" target="_blank">beat the odds</a> and save the day when under the gun, all while retaining a clear enough head to have a snappy bon mot for the occasion . . . that&#39;s all that matters. Truly badass movie characters are the ones that can do all of the above. This is a list of the best, most ass-kicking movie heroes ever created. Vote for your favorite movie heroes, add any names you see missing, and if you really want to impact the ranks, add your own list!&nbsp;

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List of the best movie characters of all time, ranked by film buffs and people like you. This list includes performances by some of the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-greatest-film-actors-and-actresses-of-all-time">greatest actors of all time</a> in classic films, epic dramas, comedies, action and superhero movies, and many other <a href="http://www.ranker.com/tags/best-movie-genres">movie genres</a>. The best characters in film are those unforgettable, magnetic people (or aliens, or self-aware machines) who command the screen. They have spoken some of the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-greatest-movie-quotes-of-all-time">most memorable quotes in movie history</a> in ways fans have been trying to emulate ever since. They are famous movie characters that have inspired fan fiction and fan art; iconic movie characters who have inspired fashion and pop culture; popular movie characters that kids and adults alike aspire to be like. Simply put, they are the best characters ever. Vote for your favorites.

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What makes an antihero cool? Well, they&rsquo;re usually pretty multi-dimensional. They possess villainous qualities, yes, but there are usually complex reasons behind their madness. And for all the devilish things they do, you often can&rsquo;t help but root for them. Hollywood has given movie lovers <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/most-relatable-tv-antagonists/josh-plainse" target="_blank">some awesome antihero characters</a>, but who are the best antiheroes in film?

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Movie antiheroes (and some villains &ndash;&nbsp;we as a society do like our bad boys) are often more memorable than the hero. Travis Bickle (Robert DeNiro in Taxi Driver), Michael Corleone (Al Pacino in <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/godfather-trivia/coy-jandreau?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">The Godfather Trilogy</a>), Jimmy &ldquo;Popeye&rdquo; Doyle (Gene Hackman in The French Connection), The Man With No Name (Clint Eastwood in Sergio Leone&#39;s Dollars Trilogy), and Jim Stark (James Dean in Rebel Without A Cause) are all legendary and iconic film characters that have influenced and impressed the world over. They all also happen to be anti heroes.

This list of the greatest anti-hero film characters ranks these great characters who, despite their notable lack of what we usually describe as &quot;heroic&quot; traits, are nonetheless the heroes of their stories. Upvote the best antihero characters in film history below, and add any great antiheroes who aren&#39;t already listed!

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In the age of the superhero movies, it's easy to forget sometimes that there are tough guys who don't need to hide behind superpowers or a super suit. For every superhero Superman, Batman or even Robocop, we have a James Bond, Han Solo, Jason Bourne and John McClane willing to chase bad guys. These tough guys need to rely only their brains, brawn and the occasional weapon or two to foil the plots of bad guys. Some of the most legendary action heroes are just regular guys, military personnel or cops that get caught up in a tough situation and fight their way out of it.Sometimes that can mean rescuing a group of hostages or even family members or femme fatale. Other times that could be defending someone's honor or even protecting his country from the threat of total annihilation. While having a super powers or super suit would make things infinitely easier for these tough dudes, what makes them so endearing to audiences is that some of the men on this list could be any of us, depending on how we react in a particular situation.Vote for your favorite movie tough guy on this Ultimate List. These are some of the biggest, baddest guys in the history of <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/roger_s-top-100-and-tough-guy-movies/roger-royce?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">tough guy films</a> and are played by some of the most prominent action stars. So pick who you think toughest of these movie tough guys. Famous tough guys with touch names for guys! They're all listed here!

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Criminals should beware of these great fictional cops, as they almost always get the perp in the end. From movies, TV shows, and more, these are the best fictional cops to have ever worn a badge. No matter what media they first appeared in however, they have proven themselves to be excellent at fighting crime. But when it comes to greatness, which one of these make-believe cops stands at the top? To find out, fans of law enforcement have voted on their favorites.Some of these fictional cops are normal people from historical dramas while others are futuristic crime-fighting robots from another planet. So to compare them, you’re simply going to have to do it the way old gumshoes solved crimes… gut feeling. Still not sure? Then think of the fictional cops you’d most want help from or to be patrolling your neighborhood.Some popular choices include science fiction movie icons such as Robocop and small-town deputies like Barney Fife from The Andy Griffith Show. While they’re not on equaling footing physically, you’re more likely to ask Deputy Fife for help against some hooligans. If you don’t see your favorite fictional police officer below, then add him or her so that others may vote on them. Otherwise, vote up who you think are the best fictional cops across any media.

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What beloved and <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-movie-characters-of-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">iconic movie characters</a> would you like to see make their long-awaited return to the big screen?&nbsp;There are many classic film characters that have been absent from theaters for too long. Great movie characters like Rocky Balboa and&nbsp;Max Rockatansky returned triumphantly in 2015, but there are plenty other names that frequently top best movie character lists who are ready for a reboot, and below you can vote up those you'd like to see. &nbsp; When considering which iconic characters you want to see again, think about their longevity, depth, and personality, along with the stories they were involved in, and how they might fit in modern films. Would you like to see the Dude take on the 21st century? How much would you love to see Lando reunite with Chewie in the next Star Wars film?Of the iconic movie characters below, vote up those you would like to see return to the big screen, whether played by the same actors from the original films or by a new star.

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A rebel doesn’t back down. He stands up for what he believes in, no matter what the establishment is telling him to do. Just because someone rebels against the system, it doesn’t make them a bad person. Usually, in fact, their rebellion makes them unique and brave. This list of movie rebels contains its fair share of outsiders that some authoritative figures would certainly label troublemakers. But these film rebels don’t care what anyone else thinks of them. These are the greatest rebels in movie history. Rebellious people in movies made their mark early in film history. In the 1950s, rebels in movies were everywhere, in fact the cinema had an entire subgenre dedicated to juvenile delinquent films. At the top of that list, of course, is one of the most famous rebels of all time in Jim Stark, the role that made James Dean an icon. Many of the movie rebels on this list are teenagers. That looks to be the sweetest age for rebellion. It’s that stage in life when authority seems archaic, and the space between high school and adulthood appears to be about a hundred years. However, adults can rebel as well. Take “Dirty” Harry Callahan for example, he doesn’t care that he breaks the rules that he’s sworn by law to uphold. All Harry wants to do is snatch the criminal, and either arrest him or shoot him with his .44 Magnum, before the punk kills another innocent victim. Movies with rebels will always be popular. Audiences love to root for characters that act out our inner fantasies. Maybe we can’t tell our bosses or teachers what we’re really feeling, but at least our film heroes can.

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List of notable fictional characters whose name is Harry, including photos when available. The fictional characters named Harry below come from every kind of genre and medium, as this list includes movie characters named Harry, TV characters named Harry, and book characters named Harry. You might even find some notable <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-most-badass-video-game-heroes-of-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">video game characters</a> whose name is Harry below as well. Whether you're looking for comedy characters named Harry or drama characters named Harry, this list will have what you're looking for. Who are the most well known fictional Harrys? Some of the more memorable names below include Harry Potter from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part I, Harry Callahan from Sudden Impact, and Harry Osborn from Spider-Man: The <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/the-best-new-animated-tv-shows-of-the-last-few-years/ranker-tv?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">New Animated Series</a>. This list is ranked by the votes of users like you, so vote for your favorite characters below if you want to see them higher on the list. If we left your top character named Harry off the list, feel free to add them.

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So after your last Dirty Harry movie marathon, did you sit back for a moment and wonder what are the best Clint Eastwood characters of all time? Before you say Harry Callahan, consider your answer. He&rsquo;s had so many different roles and characters over the years. Also, just because he played Dirty Harry multiple times, doesn&rsquo;t necessarily mean that&rsquo;s his best character. So to decide which characters played by Clint Eastwood were the best, let&rsquo;s put it to a vote.

Aside from &ldquo;Dirty&rdquo; Harry Callahan, Eastwood also famously played the Man with No Name in Segio Leone&rsquo;s iconic spaghetti westerns <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/the-best-fistful-of-dollars-a-quotes/movie-and-tv-quotes?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">A Fistful of Dollars</a>, For a Few Dollars More, and The Good, the Bad and the Ugly. A Fistful of Dollars was responsible for launching a whole genre and Eastwood&rsquo;s iconic character is who fans think of when they think of westerns.

If you&#39;re wondering who is the best Clint Eastwood character or what are the top Clint Eastwood performances of all time, then this list will help you out. Vote up your favorite Clint Eastwood characters and performances. You can also make your own version of this greatest <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/clint-eastwood-western-roles/reference?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Clint Eastwood roles</a> list by re-ranking it and putting it in your own order. Then, cast your vote in our list of <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/clint-eastwood-movies-and-films-and-filmography/reference" target="_blank">Clint Eastwood&#39;s best movies</a>.

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There is no doubt that all these movies are classics and memorable but one of them has to be the best of the Dirty Harry movies. Will it be the original Dirty Harry film from 1971 that will be on top or could it be one of the follow-ups in the series such as The Enforcer or Sudden Impact? With Hollywood remaking so many movies, it is not hard to imagine that they will eventually reboot the Dirty Harry franchise but who could play the character better than Clint Eastwood in a new Dirty Harry movie?

If you&#39;ve ever asked yourself&nbsp;&quot;do I&nbsp;feel lucky?&quot; or more appropriately,&nbsp;how many Dirty Harry movies were made? Look below to see all 5&nbsp;Dirty Harry films listed with the year they were released so you can watch them chronologically or in order of best to worst.

Your votes will help determine the best movies in the Dirty Harry franchise. Vote up your favorites and vote down the Dirty Harry films you didn&#39;t like to ensure the right movie makes it to the top of the list.

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