9 Most Notorious TV Villains Who Just Can't Be Stopped

1. The Mastermind Mom

Mom, the charming matronly figure in Futurama, has repeatedly attempted world domination with her robot empire, only to slip back into her sweet and innocent persona in public. Her wealth and power have shielded her from facing any real repercussions, making her a truly formidable villain.

Mom scowling in Futurama

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2. The Enigmatic Homelander

Homelander, the corrupt and powerful superhero in The Boys, has managed to keep his pristine public image intact, concealing his horrific crimes from the public eye. His upcoming entry into the political sphere only adds to the challenge of defeating him, making him an even more formidable adversary.

Antony Starr as Homelander in The Boys Season 2 looking unfcomfortable

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3. The Persistent Team Rocket

Team Rocket's comical ineffectiveness and constant defeat have allowed them to continue their criminal enterprise with impunity. Their harmless facade and hapless schemes have ensured their longevity as the lovable villains in the world of Pokémon.

Pokemon: Team Rocket dressed for a wedding.

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4. The Elusive Joe Goldberg

Joe Goldberg, the manipulative and cunning stalker in You, has consistently evaded justice through a combination of luck and police incompetence. Despite his escalating crimes, his ability to slip through the cracks has made him a truly elusive villain.

Joe standing next to a building in You

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5. The Indomitable Daleks

The Daleks, driven by pure hatred and a desire for extermination, have been a relentless and formidable foe for every Doctor in Doctor Who. Their ability to constantly develop new technologies has kept them a persistent threat, ensuring their continued reign of terror across the universe.

Doctor Who Series 10 Dalek

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6. The Sinister Sauron

Sauron, the malevolent force in The Rings of Power, has managed to evade detection and continue his quest for power, despite the clues that could have exposed his true intentions. His survival and rise to power are a testament to his sinister and elusive nature.

Charlie Vickers as Halbrand in The Rings of Power on a raft

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7. The Chilling Hannibal Lecter

Hannibal Lecter, the sadistic serial killer in Hannibal, has cleverly manipulated his position within the FBI to evade detection, while indulging in his brutal acts. His ability to evade suspicion and dispose of those who come too close to uncovering his true nature has made him a truly chilling and evasive villain.

Hannibal Lecter in his plastic suit looking up

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8. The Obnoxious Vulture

The Vulture, the obnoxious detective in Brooklyn Nine-Nine, has made a career out of swooping in and stealing cases from the 99th precinct. His persistent interference and unlikable nature have made him a truly obnoxious and persistent thorn in the side of the detectives.

Dean Winters as The Vulture sitting at Amy's desk in Brooklyn Nine-Nine

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9. The Loathsome Logan Roy

Logan Roy, the manipulative CEO in Succession, has instilled fear and competition among his children, making it difficult for them to stand up to him. His toxic influence and ability to maintain control have made him a truly loathsome and formidable figure in the world of Succession.

Brian Cox as Logan Roy in a board room in Succession

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