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List of Pulp Fiction characters, including pictures when available. These characters from Pulp Fiction 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. Pulp Fiction 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&#39;s names, so use this list to discover who played your favorite characters.

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If you want to know, &quot;Who are the characters from Pulp Fiction?&quot; or &quot;What are the names of Pulp Fiction characters?&quot; then this list is the perfect resource for you. You can also check out this list of other <a href="/list/what-to-watch-if-you-love-pulp-fiction/watchworthy" target="_blank">shows and movies like Pulp Fiction!</a>

To view this list of Pulp Fiction roles alphabetically, click on &quot;Name&quot; 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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Jules Winnfield

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John "Jigsaw" Kramer wants to know how far you'll push yourself just to stay alive. Like, will you cut yourself open? Take out someone else? Watch an entire Saw movie? Or 8 of them?

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Villains

It seems <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/most-popular-movie-villain-year-you-were-born/mike-mcgranaghan" target="_blank">every year</a>, new iconic villains are coming out of the woodwork. While some of us tend to <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/movie-villains-who-wore-out-their-welcome/jacob-shelton" target="_blank">despise movie villains</a>, plenty of movie-goers&nbsp;favor some of these antagonists. Whether that&#39;s due to a cool accent, <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/over-the-top-comic-book-movie-performances/tyler-mitchell" target="_blank">an over-the-top performance</a>, or an intimidating disposition, some villains just stand out - and <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/actors-who-got-big-after-playing-bad-guys/orrin-grey" target="_blank">redefine the actors playing them</a>.&nbsp;For instance, who doesn&#39;t have some type of fondness for Hannibal Lecter? How about the evil Darth Vader for that matter?&nbsp;Who are the greatest villains of all time? These movie bad guys are the scourge of the movie universe - and that&#39;s to say nothing of their <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/which-henchman-would-win-in-a-battle/matthew-ludwinski" target="_blank">loyal, powerful henchmen</a> - and you can now vote on the meanest villain ever to appear on film.

These are the greatest, most vile movie characters <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-hateable-villains-in-comedy-movies/elle-tharp" target="_blank">we love to hate</a>&nbsp;(or even <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/funny-villains-in-serious-movies/jacob-shelton" target="_blank">laugh at</a>) ranked by the wisdom of the crowd, which makes this ranking an accurate, real-time reflection of the crowd&#39;s collective opinion.

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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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Lists about action stars and characters who are eternally sweaty and smeared with dirty blood, having just leapt out of reach of another fiery explosion.

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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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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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Characters We'll Never Forget

Imagine someone other than Reese Witherspoon as Elle Woods, or Tom Hanks as Forrest Gump. It&rsquo;s impossible because those are two actors perfectly cast in movie roles. Can you see another actor besides Danny DeVito stepping into the role of Louie De Palma, or Jack Donaghy not being played by Alec Baldwin?&nbsp;

There are just a handful of movie and television roles so iconic that they could only be played by one person. Several actors have put on the Batsuit or donned Superman&rsquo;s red cape, but no one could ever replace Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man.&nbsp;

Which&nbsp;performances are so perfect that it would be blasphemous if they were played by another actor? Vote up the most iconic roles that nobody else should ever play.&nbsp;

Iconic Roles That Nobody Else Should Ever, Ever Play

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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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Virgil Tibbs, &quot;Red&quot; Redding, Jules Winnfield...&nbsp;This is a list of the all time greatest Black characters in film, ranked as the best in film history by movie lovers everywhere. This list has the best Black characters in film, portrayed by award-winning actors and featured in some of the greatest films ever made. Who are the all time best Black characters in film?

From classic films like&nbsp;Hotel Rwanda, The Color Purple, and Jerry Maguire, the characters on this list are also some of the best characters in film history. Many of the actors who portrayed these classic Black film characters received numerous awards for their notable performances. This includes some of the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-african-american-actors-in-film/ranker-film?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">best Black actors of all time</a>, such as Denzel Washington and Sidney Poitier.

Cast your votes for the Black characters listed here that you believe are the best of all time. And, if the Black characters you think are the greatest are missing, add them below to complete the list.

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A list of the all time greatest African American characters in film, ranked as the best in film history by movie lovers everywhere. This list has the best African American characters in film and includes photos and the film in which they appeared. Who are the all time best Black characters in film?

From classic films like The Green Mile, Shaft, and The Help, the characters on this list are also some of the best characters in film history. Many of the actors who portrayed these classic African American male and <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-female-movie-characters/ranker-characters?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">female film characters</a> received numerous awards for their notable performances.

Characters on this list include Alonzo Harris, Morpheus, Blade, Sherriff Bart, Jules Winnfield, John Shaft, and Captain Rhodes. Cast your votes for the African American characters listed here that you believe are the best of all time. If the African American characters you think are the greatest are missing from the list, add them below to complete the list.

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The best, cutest, rarest, most expensive, and most unique Funko POP! figures and bobbleheads—perfect to start or add to any pop culture junkie's collection. 

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Funko&#39;s Pop Vinyl figures cater to essentially <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/marvel-pop-funko-toys/derrick-deane" target="_blank">every pop-culture audience</a> and fan base imaginable. From gamers&nbsp;<a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?TSID=5036&amp;GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fs%3Fk%3Ddisney%2Bfunko%2Bpop&amp;amazon-ids-by-cc=US%3Drankercom2814824-20" target="_blank">to Disney lovers</a> to NFL fans, the company has a line of figurines <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-stranger-things-funko-pops/ranker-shopping" target="_blank">for just about everyone</a> - even the dedicated, classy film buff.

Whether your preference is old-school German expressionism, independent art house projects, 1970s classic sci-fi, obscure cult classics, Oscar-winning fare, or Golden Age horror, Funko&#39;s got you covered with some truly beautiful, fun, and detailed recreations of your favorite characters.

You can even show how big a fan you are by adding some of the film&#39;s more obscure supporting characters, who nonetheless delivered memorable performances. Here&#39;s a look at some of the most respectable, impressive Funko Pop collectibles&nbsp;for discerning movie aficionados.

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When men want to show off their dapper, manly style, many opt for the mustache. Though mustaches can easily cross the line from classy and refined to creepy and repulsive, at least you can count on the film world to get it right. The classic film characters on this list all have epic, unique, and memorable mustaches. Which film characters have the best mustaches?Though many characters from Western films have some impressive 'staches, that genre doesn't have a monopoly on the facial hair look. Comedic characters like Ron Burgundy and Borat also rock the hairy upper lip look. Daniel Day-Lewis appears twice on this list, thanks to his excellent choice in roles, apparently only selecting characters who absolute must have a mustache.The awesome film character mustaches on this list are memorable either for their bushiness, their carefully sculpted handlebar look, or for inspiring all your hipster friends' own mustaches, these film characters just wouldn't be the same without their iconic facial hair.Vote up the best mustaches to have ever appeared in film start growing your own cool mustache today.

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Quentin Tarantino&#39;s films are all related by events, character associations, or branding from movie to movie. <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/memorable-oscar-moments/ranker-film?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">The most memorable</a> of the three being the characters. Because he writes and directs his own movies, Tarantino has the ability to create excellent characters that transcend the films that&nbsp;they are in and burn their place into pop culture. From their cool dialogue and names to their meticulously curated&nbsp;look, we are ranking the best Quentin Tarantino characters across&nbsp;all of his films, from Reservoir Dogs to Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.

Who could forget such characters as Jules Winnfield and Vincent Vega from Pulp Fiction&nbsp;or Beatrix Kiddo from&nbsp;Kill Bill? You&#39;ll even find Tarantino, himself, on this list in the role of Mr. Brown. But which character in the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/quentin-tarantino-movies-fan-theories/anncasano?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Quentin Tarantino universe</a>&nbsp;is the best? You get to help decide using your votes.

Vote up your favorite characters from Tarantino&#39;s movies&nbsp;to get them closer to&nbsp;the top of the list.

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Suspense. Excitement. Plot twists. Dim corridors. Flickering lights. Ringing phones. Speeding cars. Mysterious strangers? No, those are just old mannequins.

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When we&#39;re in the mood to watch a tense thriller, rarely do we sit down and ponder which thriller movies are the funniest. Nor do we stop to consider the funniest thriller characters. It&rsquo;s kind of an oxymoron, right? Do thrillers usually have funny characters? The answer, undoubtedly, is yes.

As even the biggest thrillers usually include some sort of comic relief or a scene that cuts the tension before the audiences&#39; hearts explode, this list&nbsp;aims to rank the funniest characters audiences tend to forget. While some thrillers inject characters for short bursts of comic relief, others focus on characters who are sometimes clueless and often hilarious. Films like Snakes on a Plane or In Bruges are able to seamlessly mix both comedy and action, giving us characters that are both funny...and scary.

Be sure to vote up the funniest characters, and if someone is missing, add them yourself!

The Funniest Thriller Movie Characters

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When it comes to gangster movies, it&rsquo;s the bonds between the characters that make these films so great. No matter how many shootouts, car chases, or scheming montages with close-ups of fat wads of cash, these mobster movies are all about relationships - both between the gangsters themselves and the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/tags/law-enforcement?ref=internalCrossLinking_tag">law enforcement</a> officers working to track them down.

Which gangster character is your favorite?&nbsp;From Scarface to Goodfellas, The Godfather and The Departed, for these characters, loyalty means everything. Whether you&rsquo;re more a Corleone fan than a Montana one, these characters are out for blood, so you better make sure you pick the right side.&nbsp;

Unfortunately, not every character on this list is who they appear to be. In fact, some might be undercover cops, while others may have their own nefarious hidden agendas. So slap on your bulletproof vest, make sure your friend isn&#39;t wearing a wire, and get ready to vote up the list of the best gang characters in film history.

The Greatest Gangster Characters In Movies

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Join us as we rank&nbsp;the all-time best characters Samuel L. Jackson has played on screen. With a robust resume spanning well over 40 years, he&rsquo;s one of the most prolific actors of his generation. In fact, he&rsquo;s one of only a handful of actors who is as good at playing the&nbsp;hero as he is&nbsp;at playing the&nbsp;villain. Just look at his role as Stephen in Django Unchained or his performance in Coach Carter for proof. And we can&rsquo;t forget his classic role as Jules Winnfield in Pulp Fiction or Major Marquis Warren in&nbsp;The Hateful Eight. 

From Mace Windu to Nick Fury to John Shaft, Sam Jackson has&nbsp;portrayed some of the most iconic roles in Hollywood history. He&rsquo;s acted in some of the biggest blockbusters of all time, like The Avengers and Star Wars, and also some of the biggest blunders, like Sphere&nbsp;and&nbsp;Jumper.&nbsp;Which of his characters is your favorite? With so many characters to choose from, it&#39;ll be interesting to see which performance tops the list.

Vote up&nbsp;Samuel L. Jackson&#39;s greatest&nbsp;characters to see which performance reaches the top spot. And if you see a character missing, be sure to add them to the list!

The Best Samuel L. Jackson Characters

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Astrology

Consulting the stars to&nbsp;decipher bits of your personality is a time-honored tradition. You can use the zodiac to determine what your future will hold, who you&#39;re most compatible with, and which <a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/ranking-quentin-tarantino-movies" target="_blank">Quentin Tarantino</a> character you relate to the most.&nbsp;

Audiences who are obsessed with&nbsp;Tarantino&#39;s work have put together <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/quentin-tarantino-movies-fan-theories/anncasano" target="_blank">fan theories</a> about his films and found <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/quentin-tarantino-easter-eggs/zacharyjamesniblick" target="_blank">Easter eggs</a> in his work, and now it&rsquo;s time to see how his characters fit into the zodiac chart. If you know Tarantino,&nbsp;you know&nbsp;he treasures his characters&nbsp;and that they each have a dense - and generally complicated&nbsp;- backstory, which makes them the perfect&nbsp;characters to&nbsp;assign to the 12 astrological signs. All of Tarantino&#39;s smooth-talking personalities bring something special to the table, and if the stars are to be believed, you&#39;ll find a special kinship with one of them.&nbsp;

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