The Best of 2014: 11 Villains Who Were Frightening Flops
Carissa Pavlica
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John Barrowman brings just the right amount of camp to Arrow's villainous Malcolm Merlyn. He's also one of the best villains of 2014.
By comparison, Fish Mooney on Gotham is nothing but shark chum; limp and slightly beaten, it's hard to imagine she can best her counterparts. Whether it's the portrayal or the writing, the worst villains of 2014 have no bite.
The Vampire Diaries clocks in with two useless attempts at terrorizing the Mystic Falls gang, and the others from many different series, from Bones to NCIS.
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Carissa Pavlica is the managing editor and a staff writer and critic for TV Fanatic. She's a member of the Critic's Choice Association, enjoys mentoring writers, conversing with cats, and passionately discussing the nuances of television and film with anyone who will listen. Follow her on X and email her here at TV Fanatic.
