Greatest Villains of All Time - Norman Bates or Hans Gruber
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Why This Battle Matters
Who's the mastermind you'd least want to cross paths with in a dark, eerie hotel corridor or during a high-stakes heist? Norman Bates, with his chilling dual persona and a sinister secret behind every door of the Bates Motel, or Hans Gruber, the cold, calculating antagonist whose schemes could outwit any law enforcement? This battle isn't just about picking a favorite villain; it's a deep dive into what scares us more: the devil we know lurking quietly in the shadows or the devil we see orchestrating chaos with a calm, menacing smile. As fans, your preference will tip the scales: do you side with visceral horror or strategic terror?
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Norman Bates over Hans Gruber when it comes to the greatest Villains of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Norman Bates 60.0% of the time over Hans Gruber.
Across all battles:
Norman Bates win rate: 36.5%
Hans Gruber win rate: 23.8%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in the Greatest Villains of All Time league?
Darth Vader holds the top spot as the #1 contender in the Greatest Villains of All Time league. You can see him and the rest of the rankings on the GOAT List.
What makes Hans Gruber so popular among fans?
Hans Gruber's charm lies in his suave sophistication mixed with ruthless strategy. Fans love a villain who can be both a mastermind and smooth talker, making him a standout in the villain league.
Why is Norman Bates leading over Hans Gruber in the Greatest Villains of All Time league?
Norman Bates is currently ahead because fans really connect with his complex character that blends innocence and insanity in such a chilling way. That iconic twist and the psychological depth of his character in 'Psycho' really seem to resonate more compared to Hans Gruber's more straightforward villainy.