Mystery Characters: Why Some Iconic Characters Should Stay Unexplained

Sometimes, a good mystery makes a character more fascinating, so they never even tell you their back story. Those who make big-budget Movies know how to keep audiences in suspense.

Mystery Characters Who Should Remain Unexplained

It's not always about explaining who "who" someone is, in some cases you want a good ol' fashioned, thrilling experience with mystery characters.

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1. Yoda (Frank Oz)

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It wouldn't be a discussion of "Star Wars" without talking about one of the greatest Jedi to eVer exist!

It seems Yoda, who debuted back in "The Empire Strikes Back" was known for being one of the most important Jedi in the series.

The great George Lucas had his plan and that plan didn't involve giving any real, deep explanation about Yoda, what was even more fascinating, he never even explained what species Yoda was from! Star Wars is full of incredible details, especially when looking at the amazing character of Yoda! What also came out as well. It looked to give audiences even more to talk about!

Fans are familiar with the iconic Baby Yoda and all that happened with "The Mandalorian"!

But fans are left wondering what his true, true story was about!

Even after these decades it still has a unique sense of mystery!

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2. The Doctor (Various Actors)

You may not be a big fan of science fiction but it seems "Doctor Who" has taken over the world.

You won't be able to deny the iconic moments that make the show a global phenomenon, one that has seen so many doctors grace those TARDIS doors, and for those who watch "Doctor Who" with some level of consistency it really seems like the mystery that is around The Doctor has only increased!

For those of you that might not be in the loop about "The Doctor's history! The Doctor is often referred to as a "Time Lord" and comes from the mythical planet of Gallifrey, which they traveled in their amazing time machine called the "TARDIS"!

You might not know all the great actors who had big roles. But some of the biggest icons that make up this cast, such as Tom Baker, Peter Capaldi, or Matt Smith are just the beginning. You will find plenty of stories with all sorts of twists!

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3. V (Hugo Weaving)

It's amazing when a comic book story translates to the silver screen!

And when you think about this incredible story, "V for Vendetta" is something that everyone can get behind.

The mask in the film made this series, the character "V" a symbol for people fighting against all kinds of oppression! Hugo Weaving had an incredible role.

Even after the release of this awesome movie, the series's original story about V is pretty mysterious and never truly fully explained. It only left fans with questions such as who he really was, and it really shows how "V" truly gives audiences this real representation of how freedom fighters rise up against an unfair, and chaotic regime.

You get a deep, compelling sense of rebellion! His life story may be lost but that isn't what audiences care about most. What really matters? The importance of those acts, and making that commitment.

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4. Danny Ocean (George Clooney)

Heists! Everyone has had a moment to try them.

If "Ocean's Eleven", made in 2001 wasn't such a hit with audiences. "Ocean's Eleven wouldn't be the kind of epic franchise it is, a heist movie! George Clooney takes the lead and makes the film such an unforgettable classic. He plays Danny Ocean in Ocean's Eleven, giving viewers the thrill of this fun adventure in Vegas! The film also takes inspiration from a super old classic "Ocean's Eleven from 1960! The new version was just as impressive as those early movies, but one of those stories that is never quite explained fully was Danny's background!

This kind of mystery in film is truly remarkable! It doesn't necessarily make you dislike a character; it brings another kind of intensity, which gives people a better understanding of what the character's inner strength truly is!

5. Edna Mode (Brad Bird)

Animated superhero stories? Always something entertaining, and maybe a bit heartwarming!

Pixar, in recent decades, has truly changed the game. But one of the classics was the movie "The Incredibles" (which debuted in 2004). We got a family who was forced to give up a normal life so they could live as everyday people. And while the Parr Family had a long history of being a superhero family they have an equally fascinating ally!

Edna Mode a truly legendary fashion icon!
The reason why she is a major character. Well, it's because her talent was one of a kind- creating costumes for supers who had a variety of skills, especially those with elastic powers, or an ability to be super strong! It seems it could even help those with the gift of flight!

It makes audiences wonder why Edna Mode is there, as it turns out, she’s someone we might want to learn more about!

6. Anton Chigurh (Javier Bardem)

A truly awesome actor in so many Movies!

"No Country for Old Men" a big time film that got lots of attention for its powerful performance!

Javier Bardem is an Oscar winning performer. Who played the bad guy who just had such a major impact with this role! Anton Chigurh is truly unforgettable as a villain and he didn't need a reason for being evil!

His actions are terrifying, as this villain is known to kill those who get in the way of him achieving his goal!

This film shows the audience a dark, twisted truth about humanity. Even after it's released the film continues to resonate for many, particularly as a movie about those characters and the dark themes that they grapple with.

7. Lando Calrissian (Billy Dee Williams/Donald Glover)

Who knows where those spaceships will take you!

One thing about the "Star Wars" series is that it never lets down when it comes to iconic heroes! Lando Calrissian had his time in "Star Wars. The character had some truly iconic "Star Wars" moments. Even more impressive? It was "The Empire Strikes Back." Lando, in the movie, had so much success. This also brought back the legendary Billy Dee Williams and in more recent installments Donald Glover was a talented replacement.

One big question.

How Lando Calrissian was able to be a successful smuggler
It all leads to one point. "Solo: A Star Wars Story came out and offered viewers just what the franchise is known for, incredible adventures, but as they delved deeper it still missed giving us that full story for Lando.

However, even though this was a huge attempt, what it did was make everyone love this classic "Star Wars" character, so much more!

8. Jules Winnfield (Samuel L. Jackson)

Everyone is hoping for their next favorite, well-loved film, and some of those are truly the classics. It’s amazing when movies like "Pulp Fiction", come out in 1994.

The film changed the landscape for Hollywood films and the way audiences engage with classic films! And if Samuel L. Jackson wasn't such a standout in this crazy world, this story could not exist, and it was one that people could watch over and over! This legendary actor stars as the powerful Jules Winnfield! You will get all the classic moments that you expect! In fact, the most famous moments take viewers on a truly emotional rollercoaster!

You may have watched the show but it appears that Jules Winnfield's past isn't the kind of backstory you want to explore because that's not how Tarantino writes. He puts these characters together for a one-of-a-kind experience. One of those memorable movie scenes you can watch on loop. For those of you who may not have gotten to the movie.

You won't be able to miss it, there are several great performers such as John Travolta and Michael Madson, playing "Vic"! You also will not want to skip "Reservoir Dogs. It is also a powerful show that features a ton of talented actors, however. The characters really give you the depth of Tarantino's writing!

9. The Joker (Heath Ledger)

When you think about "The Joker," you know that a major film was about to happen.

You just have to give "Batman" credit because these Batman stories keep finding a new generation of fans.

It's so remarkable how these stories continue to get told in movies. In "The Dark Knight," you get an intriguing view of the "Batman" universe. What makes it so special was a character who challenged everyone, The Joker! You had a special moment with "The Killing Joke", but one thing we know is that the true reason why Heath Ledger's performance is so iconic was because they never gave The Joker a reason for being the way they are.

They gave audiences a truly memorable experience and what stands out about his story. Well, it's the uniqueness of this evil person.

They went on to corrupt the great "Harvey Dent". There's nothing like seeing those moments play out! Heath Ledger played The Joker so remarkably and the movie is incredibly epic. The actors who appeared after, "Heath Ledger" got inspired to do something truly remarkable, giving us these incredibly memorable villain roles, which are often remembered as one of the most exciting stories to hit theaters!

10. Bill Cipher (Alex Hirsch)

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Everyone's got a show they want to go back and watch. For many people, it's "Gravity Falls!"

There's a great show that many have come back to watch several times, "Gravity Falls." This show has been entertaining those that want more of this type of genre ever since its release in 2012. But a story doesn't really stop there. You get a look into what those big moments were!

The story follows "Dipper" and "Mabel. These two siblings and the time they get to spend with their eccentric uncle, who live in a small town called Gravity Falls.
Fans might remember a character known as Bill Cipher

What really makes this character stand out, he is such a terrifying villain and it appears that he will never die! He even got to escape "Gravity Falls!" There are several stories to learn from "Bill Cipher," but a true story is something that would have been an awesome addition. And as the show had a wrap-up in "The Book of Bill" we can finally say, "Bill Cipher" did come from somewhere but what stands out, this was all based on his account and that could make things questionable. There were big things in that story such as "Bill Cipher" taking his love for chaos to the most epic levels of destruction! And while his backstory was a really awesome detail it seemed to make him less mysterious!

This was an amazing addition to the show that's filled with so many awesome details about "Gravity Falls!" There are even some things to explore about what those other dimensions might be.

And now fans are left with this incredible, complex villain that's more frightening with his impressive, mysterious story.

For fans of great movies, and television! What makes these series special! There are a great number of iconic moments that give everyone something to wonder about. The best kind of stories are ones that you want to keep thinking about!

That really makes all those unforgettable moments with these characters! All worth diving deeper, or returning back to over and over, especially with the endless world of "Star Wars" and all those crazy characters! This can take you through a wide world of shows! So if you are looking for something that’s out there in film. Take some time to check out this "Doctor Who!" and its exciting tales!