10 Best Villain Introductions In TV Shows, Ranked

Screen Rant

By Ben Gibbons

Published 9 hours ago

A great villain can capture and engage the audience from the first second they come on screen, for these villains, there is no doubt that they do.

Introducing the villain early on in a series sets the tone for their character, providing tension and challenges for the hero to overcome.
Some shows choose to hint at the villain before their debut on screen, building tension and suspense.
The first appearance of a villain can be shocking and change the course of the show, like when Michael is revealed as a demon in The Good Place.