Greatest Christmas Movie Characters of All Time
Rudolph (Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer) or Willie T. Stokes (Bad Santa)
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Why This Battle Matters
What's more Christmassy than a heartwarming tale of overcoming adversities versus a riotous story of redemption wrapped in crass humor? Rudolph, with his shiny red nose, symbolizes hope and resilience, lighting up the darkest of nights. Across the snow, Willie T. Stokes stumbles through life with a bottle in hand and a grimace, embodying our darker, yet redeemable, holiday spirits. This battle isn't just about picking a favorite character; it's a choice between embracing the pure enchantment of holiday classics or acknowledging the rough edges that make the season real for many. What does your holiday heart lean towards: the glow of idealism or the gritty reality of redemption?
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How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Rudolph (Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer) over Willie T. Stokes (Bad Santa) when it comes to the greatest Christmas Movie Characters of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Rudolph (Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer) 100.0% of the time over Willie T. Stokes (Bad Santa).
Across all battles:
Rudolph (Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer) win rate: 66.7%
Willie T. Stokes (Bad Santa) win rate: 0.0%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in this league?
It's Buddy the Elf! If you want to see where he stands among the greatest Christmas movie characters, you can check the GOAT List.
What makes Willie so popular despite his flaws?
Fans love Willie for his raw, unfiltered nature—he's like the antidote to the often overly-sweet holiday characters. Plus, his transformation from a grumpy thief to someone with a heart of gold (well, maybe bronze) really pulls at the heartstrings.
Why is this matchup so close?
Rudolph and Willie T. Stokes kind of represent opposite ends of the Christmas cheer spectrum, so it's no surprise fans are torn! You've got Rudolph, the forever optimist and hero to misfits, and then there's Willie, the bad-mouthed, bad-Santa. It's a clash of ideals that has fans on the edge of their seats.