Great characters, shocking backstories! For this list, we’ll be going over the characters from film whose personal histories include tragic, unsettling, and bizarre subject matter, whether in the film itself or in source material. We’ll be excluding animated characters, such as Quasimodo from “The Hunchback of Notre Dame,” as those may warrant a list of their own. Also, obviously... potential spoilers ahead. Our countdown includes characters from films such as “Zombieland” (2009), Rorschach from “Watchmen” (2009) and Gollum from “The Lord of the Rings” (2001-03) and “The Hobbit” (2012-14) franchises. Which movie character do YOU think has the most disturbing backstory? Let us know in the comments!

Everybody's got some skeletons in the closet... sometimes literally! Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the creepiest and most unsettling real-life inspirations behind some iconic movie characters. Fair warning, this list does contain spoilers.

These DreamWorks backstories are as sad as they get. For this list, we’ll be looking at the most heartbreaking events that occurred to DreamWorks characters prior to the film’s main storyline. Our countdown includes "Megamind," "Shrek," "The Prince of Egypt," and more! Which DreamWorks character do YOU think has the saddest backstory? Let us know in the comments! Watch more great DreamWorks videos here: Top 10 Best Celebrity Voice Performances in DreamWorks Movies - https://youtu.be/BhZpRhOs6d8 Top 10 DreamWorks Plot Twists You Didn't See Coming - https://youtu.be/p9Ci7vbWPoQ Top 10 Criminally Underrated DreamWorks Movies - https://youtu.be/NKH9F87NNDk

These cartoon characters have surprisingly sad backstories. For this list, we’ll be looking at our favorite animated characters with tear-jerking pasts.

Putting the teen and the drama in teen drama, these characters have the saddest backstories.

These sitcom characters have surprisingly tragic backstories.

Is a character really a good character without a traumatic past? Join http://www.WatchMojo.com as we count down our picks for the Top 10 Fictional Characters with Tragic Backstories.

Someone's always watching when you're in the public eye! Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for movie characters that have aged poorly due to the controversies surrounding the actor or production of the film.

These video game characters are guaranteed to gross you out. For this list, we’ll be looking at the most sickening characters and enemies in gaming, whether it be due to their appearance, behavior, or both.

Like Buzz Lightyear, thse Pixar characters deserve their own origin story. For this list, we’ll be looking at the best supporting characters from Pixar animated flicks who piqued our interest and made us want to know even more about their lives.

For this video, we’ll be looking at the most horrendous things that playable characters or NPCs have done throughout the “Grand Theft Auto” franchise. We won’t even bother talking about Trevor.

These characters left a lasting, creepy impression. For this list, we’ll be looking at the creepiest and most unsettling characters from all media.

Some TV characters are so great that they deserve their own show. Welcome to WatchMojo.com, today we’ll be counting down our picks for the Top 10 TV Characters That Deserve Their own Spinoff. For this list, we’re looking at small screen supporting characters with personalities and backstories so compelling that they should have their own show.

Dive into the heart-wrenching world of "Squid Game" as we explore the most tragic and unexpected character deaths. From Ji-yeong's sacrifice to Ali's betrayal, we'll break down the most gut-wrenching moments that left fans shocked and devastated. Our countdown includes unforgettable characters like Sae-byeok, Thanos, Jung-bae, and others who met their untimely end in this brutal survival game. Get ready for an emotional journey through the most shocking deaths in the series!

Disney's dark side comes to light as we explore the most sinister characters in animated history. From puppy-hunting villains to power-hungry sorcerers, these antagonists redefine pure evil in the world of Disney animation.