The Most Influential Movie Characters of 2024, Ranked

2024 has been another incredible year for cinema, with many iconic characters captivating audiences and sparking conversations.

A new study from QR Code Generator sought to discover which movie characters dominated in popularity this year, based on monthly Google searches for characters featured in the 2024 releases.

Topping the list is everyone’s favorite mischievous demon, Beetlejuice, who has seen a massive resurgence in popularity thanks to Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. With an impressive average of 2.3 million monthly searches, the spooky specter topped the rankings.

In second place, with two million monthly searches on Google, is Deadpool. Returning for a highly anticipated team-up in Deadpool & Wolverine, the wise-cracking antihero also sparked some viral moments, including the NSYNC “Bye Bye Bye” dance that took the internet by storm.

Joining his co-star in popularity, Wolverine is the third most searched character on Google with 986,000 monthly searches. This iconic mutant’s enduring popularity was reignited by his return alongside Deadpool in their first on-screen collaboration.

The king of the monsters, Godzilla, came in fourth with 762,000 monthly searches on Google following his epic clash in Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire. His colossal presence continues to fascinate audiences in the United States and around the world.

Furiosa is in fifth place, with 691,000 monthly searches on Google. As the latest entry in the Mad Max franchise, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga introduced a younger version of the intrepid warrior, played by Anna Taylor-Joy.

Moana, the beloved Princess Motunui, rose to sixth place with 614,000 monthly searches. Moana 2, released over Thanksgiving weekend, brought fans a story of adventure and self-discovery that resonated with audiences young and old.

Another anti-hero, Venom, is in seventh place with 569,000 monthly searches. The third installment of the franchise, Venom: The Last Dance, saw the symbiote return to cinema.

Joker took eighth place with 521,000 monthly searches. In Joker: Folie à Deux, this infamous character returned with a musical twist, introducing a new and unique take on the iconic villain that sparked plenty of intrigue and conversation.

Po, everyone’s favorite kung fu fighting panda, placed ninth. With 471,000 monthly searches, the Dragon Warrior made a triumphant return in Kung Fu Panda 4, bringing laughter to audiences of all ages.

In tenth place, Secret Agent Argylle impressed viewers, whether or not they liked the film of the same name, with 456,000 monthly searches.

Video game icon Sonic rose to eleventh place with 344,000 monthly searches. The blue hedgehog returned to the big screen in Sonic the Hedgehog 3, reigniting nostalgia for longtime fans while capturing new audiences.

Harley Quinn ranked twelfth with 336,000 monthly searches. As the other half of Joker: Folie à Deux, Lady Gaga’s portrayal of the famous antiheroine brought her back into the spotlight.

In thirteenth place is anxiety, the nervous emotion that resides in Riley’s head in Inside Out 2. With 162,000 monthly searches, this relatable new character has struck a chord with audiences, symbolizing the struggles of growing up and navigating complex emotions.

Garfield, with 155,000 monthly searches, ranks fourteenth. The iconic lazy cat made his return to the cinema in The Garfield Movie, with the voice of Chris Pratt.

Finally, in fifteenth place is Kraven, with 145,000 monthly searches. The latest Marvel Comics character to debut on the big screen in Kraven the Hunter has intrigued audiences, providing a new perspective on the supervillain.

Marc Porcar, CEO of QR Code Generator, commented on the results saying: “This year’s results highlight how deeply audiences are connected to movie characters, not only for their role in the stories, but also for the cultural conversations they inspire.

“Characters like Beetlejuice, Deadpool and Moana thrive on nostalgia and loyalty to the franchise, while others, like Furiosa and Kraven, spark intrigue by offering new takes or new narratives in well-known universes. -loved.

“It’s interesting to note that the buzz around these characters doesn’t always come from universal recognition; for some like Argylle, attention can come from controversial opinions and negative reviews. This demonstrates how the polarization of a character or film can still drive cultural relevance and online searches.

“As we look toward 2025, it will be fascinating to see which characters resonate with audiences. Will it be the return of iconic figures, the introduction of entirely new faces or perhaps some unexpected outsiders? One thing is clear: our love for exploring, debating, and celebrating film characters remains as strong as ever.

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