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#10.
Character: Mickey Mouse

From: all things Disney

We first met our favorite cartoon rodent in Steamboat Willie. Today we know him as the Disney icon, children's tv star, and video game hero. Mickey Mouse began as a black and white cartoon, but he soon inspired major Disney animated films, the Mickey Mouse Club, the Disney parks, and huge video games. What was thought to be a children's character transcends to a whole new audience in games like "Kingdom Hearts" and "Epic Mickey." He is also a star wars fan. He has fashion for every occasion, and his ears are ready to be worn by every child and adult alike. He dances, sings, battles villains, conducts orchestras, and so much more! There's nothing this mouse can't do. He runs one of the most profitable companies in the world, and he has continued to implement his legacy to a whole new generation of mouseketeers. Mickey Mouse will remain a staple in every childhood whose fluffy white gloves we all aspire to "high four" one day in person!

#9.
Character: Roger the Alien

From: American Dad (and outer space)

Fans seldom attach themselves to someone heartless, cold, dissociated, sexually ambiguous, and generally strange as Roger the Alien, but there is no denying the absolute genius of this character. In other shows, story  lines are limited to avoid repetition and introducing too many characters. Well, in this show, Roger takes on hundreds of identities, often several in a single episode. Accent, costumes that need a whole rotating system, families, and even sexual preference changes constantly. Watching his alcoholic shenanigans ensue is insanely entertaining. It's unknown what planet he's from, but hopefully her remains here on earth to entertain us.

#8.
Character: Randal Graves

From: Clerks... and the video store.

This offbeat, low cost production doubtfully anticipated a massive reaction, but the anti-culture is a classic. The film wouldn't have transcended had it not been for Randal Graves' hilarious customer service standards and theological tirades. While the swearing, sexual innuendos, and lack of racial sensitivity offend the average movie-goer, those of us who implement the "f" bomb in our everyday vocabulary find him an absolute genius. He's literally the Aristotle of crappy movie stores. his somewhat abusive friendship with the main character is a major source of comedy, and his sexual shenanigans and unfiltered confessions are disturbingly entertaining. he doesn't take his job seriously at all, and his apathy extends to all facets of customer service. He makes a return in the long-later sequel, being just as offensively insightful. Whether you want him to run your local movie shop or not, hearing his lengthy rants is well worth the watch!

#7.
Character: John McClane

From: Die Hard

It was the ultimate macho man movie turned into a 30 year series. Unlike other films series, there has only ever been one John McClane-Bruce Willis. The character is the bad ass bad boy of the police department, where his alcohol, smoking, and poor attitude towards authority causes his career and marriage to be on shaky ground. But none of that deters him from single-handedly toppling elaborate terrorist plots. Not only is he the ultimate action hero, but he is also a hilarious sarcastic and foul-mouthed rebel. With the amazing catchphrase "Yippee-ki-yay, mother f***er!" That's his style-part purebred American macho man, part cowboy. A motif in his story is that he never seeks out saving the day, but he is often the only one who can and will do it. And when he does, he does it big! Explosions and lots of bleeps are the trademark of this iconic action hero in one of the most testosterone-filled films of all time.

#6.
Character: Tyler Durden

From: Fight Club

"The #1 rule of fight club is you do not talk about fight club." I'm gonna disobey the rule and discuss one of the most testosterone-induced movie masterpieces and a shocking casting that made us all look at Hollywood hunk Brad Pitt in a dark, bloody light. This character represents authority, anarchy, and pure danger. Anyone asking to be hit hard in the face clearly has something strange going on up top, and we are all glad he is so crazy. The film itself is a gritty, pop culture gem, and everyone remembers best the surprise that is Brad Pitt in this film. He's had some action roles, but mostly he was known for being the prettiest man in Tinsel Town. Way to reboot the image by becoming the infamous bad ass we all want to hang out with but probably never want to fight! The movie kicks ass, and soap salesman Tyler Durden takes the film to a whole other level. I can't speak for everyone, but I found his character in this film my favorite of him!

#5.
Character: Chuck Norris

From: the land of roundhouse kicks

He is the Texas Ranger, martial arts god, and pop culture idol. For decades he made a name for himself acting, starring in Total Gym infomercials, and his strong political and religious character. But in the late 2000's, the Chuck Norris facts began to surface. It's difficult to say what inspired the sudden insurgence of outlandish "facts" and jokes, but they are hilarious, prompting merchandise and a whole lot of publicity for the actor. Being such a conservative, serious man, many thought Mr. Norris would be less than amused by the crazy attention. But in fact, Chuck Norris finds much of it hilarious and somewhat embraces and endorses all this. Odds are you know all about him, but in case you need a refresher on why these "facts" have become a social phenomenon, check it out:
http://cnthelovelyliz.blogspot.com/2012/08/collection-of-best-chuck-norris-facts.html

#4.
Character: Bill Murray

From: every awesome movie he's ever been in!

This SNL graduate has done it all. He's been stuck in Groundhog's Day, was a bad ass ghostbuster, cracked us up in Caddyshack, and so much more. He's a pop culture icon known for being one of America's most treasured comedic actors. Just about every role he's played is well remembered. The funny man is a character in his every day life as well. There's not much more that needs to be said. Bill Murray-that says it all.

#3.
Character: Captain Jack Sparrow

From: the Caribbean

Captain Jack Sparrow has become the scurviest of scalliwags to sail the seas. He loves his rum, loves the ladies, is an escape artist and all around nautical mastermind. He died but came back to life-that's how awesome he is. An unlikely hero, this pirate proves himself worthy of a sword, an excellent shot, but more than anything, the fumble-fingered captain of the Black Pearl. His adventures are legendary, and no matter how popular the stories and films have been, this man made the movies! He is hilarious, difficult to read, and manages to elude us all. We never truly know what he's up to, but that's all the fun. Women around the world are searching for a man this good-looking: scruffy dreads, twisted beard, gold teeth and all. Johnny Depp has portrayed many of film's greatest characters, none more popular or sexier than this swashbuckler. If this is piracy, it's a pirate's life for me!

#2.
Character: Ave Ventura

From: his pet detective agency

He's another of genius Jim Carrey's quirky creations. His fashion is interesting, wearing that open button-up Hawaiian shirt with a simple white tee underneath. His oddly striped pants make a statement, as does his iconic hairdo. He's a super serious pet detective, the best. This isn't a very lucrative practice, so he and his dozens of pets (most being wild animals) dodge his landlord. He is made fun of by the real police, but he proves himself to be an undeniably talented detective. He's a strange character. He is a master of disguises and really throws himself into the identities he creates, all be it a football-obsessed mental patient in a tutu or an animal god. His facial expressions are world-renowned. His voices and quotes are hilariously imitated. He fights off sharks, can catch bullets in his teeth, drives cars outside the driver window, celebrates by humping air, and he can rock the socks off of a heavy metal concert. Of all film characters, this one is extremely memorable. Whether you're a fan or not, I guarantee you know who it is. Agreed? Aaaaaalllrighty then!

#1.
Character: Clark Griswold

From: one of his epic vacations

Chevy Chase spent decades taken us along for his dream family vacation as the sarcastic, fumble-fingered, walking mishap Clark Griswold. His psychotic vacation aspirations and holiday hell had us in stitches. Thanks to him, we all drive down open roads hoping a supermodel will pull up beside us and flirt with us. We can't look at a Christmas tree without imagining a squirrel is hiding within. He's a corporate peon who attempts to please his less than enthusiastic children and smoking hot wife. He never gives up on his hope to create magical memories... that always manage to end up in shenanigans. It's hilarious to watch this determined dad sacrifice everything to reach the pinnacle of recreational perfection.