Ralphie Parker (Christmas Story)

Ralphie Parker is like that one friend who insists the best Christmas gift is a Red Ryder BB gun, and honestly, who can blame him? His sheer tenacity to convince everyone that he deserves it is iconic—like, really, who hasn’t begged for something ridiculous? Plus, there's that whole eye-rolling charm when he’s dodging bullies or dreaming big in a world that’s just out to get him. The cultural impact? Insane. Christmas just wouldn’t be the same without his slippery slide into frustration and hilarity. You’re either Team Ralphie or you’re wrong; there’s no middle ground here, folks. Buckle up, because this is the classic holiday showdown we all secretly want to have at the family dinner table.