9 TV Characters Who Were Truly Irredeemable
Not all TV characters are meant to be liked, and some of them have committed actions that make them completely irredeemable. Here are 9 TV characters who were truly irredeemable in their actions and behaviors.
Eric Cartman - South Park
South Park, known for its controversial characters, introduced one of the most irredeemable TV characters, Eric Cartman. Throughout the series, Cartman's offensive and antisemitic comments revealed his psychopathic nature.
Cartman with a gun in South Park.
Joe Goldberg - You
Joe Goldberg, a former bookstore manager, became known for his extreme, toxic, and dangerous obsession with MFA student Guinevere Beck. His disturbing behavior and crimes continued, making him an irredeemable character in the eyes of the audience.
Penn Badgley as Joe Goldberg on a hunting trip in You season 4 -3
Black Jack Randall - Outlander
In Outlander, Black Jack Randall, a minor knight in England, targeted the Clan MacKenzie and committed despicable acts, including assaulting Claire and torturing Jamie. His irredeemable actions continued until his demise.
An image of Randall grabbing Jenny by the hair while pointing a gun at her head
Roman Godfrey - Hemlock Grove
Roman Godfrey, an 'upir' (vampire), struggled to control his dark nature, leading to a series of irredeemable crimes, including the murder of Destiny. Despite his repentance, he remained an irredeemable character.
Hemlock Grove Bill Skarsgard as Roman Godfrey staring at his reflection in the mirror
Dr. Martin Brenner - Stranger Things
Dr. Martin Brenner, the Director of Operations at Hawkins National Lab, conducted horrifying experiments on children and manipulated them for his own gains. His lack of remorse and exploitation of Eleven solidified his irredeemable nature.
Matthew Modine as Dr. Martin Brenner in Stranger Things
Walter White - Breaking Bad
Walter White's transformation from a skilled chemist to a ruthless kingpin involved unforgivable actions, particularly the poisoning of Brock. This marked his descent into irredeemable villainy.
Bryan Cranston as Walter White with a bandage on his nose and on the phone in Breaking Bad
Frank Gallagher - Shameless
Frank Gallagher's alcohol and substance abuse disorder led him to neglect his family and engage in deceitful schemes. Despite fleeting moments of enlightenment, he remained an irredeemable character until the end.
William H. Macy as Frank Gallagher from Shameless
Joffrey - Game of Thrones
Joffrey Baratheon's sadistic and cruel nature, including ordering executions and tormenting his family, earned him the hatred of viewers. His demise brought an end to his irredeemable reign.
King Joffrey Baratheon at Battle of the Blackwater in Game of Thrones
Tony Soprano - The Sopranos
As a mob boss responsible for numerous deaths, Tony Soprano's criminal acts made him an irredeemable character. His infamous kill of Christopher Moltisanti solidified his status as an irredeemable antihero.
Tony Soprano looking frustrated in The Sopranos season 2
