
15 Supporting Characters Who Stole Their TV Shows

15. Mike Ehrmantraut from Better Call Saul & Breaking Bad
Mike Ehrmantraut stands out in both Better Call Saul and Breaking Bad as the calm, capable fixer you don’t want to cross. Skilled, resourceful, and quietly driven by love for his family, he leaves a mark on every scene he’s in. | © AMC

14. Fez from That ’70s Show
Fez’s mysterious background and undefined heritage made him one of That ’70s Show’s most unique characters. His quirky charm and offbeat humor gave a fresh, memorable twist to the sitcom’s take on immigrant culture. | © Fox

13. Daryl Dixon from The Walking Dead
Daryl Dixon’s evolution from a solitary drifter to a loyal leader made him one of The Walking Dead’s most beloved figures. His survival skills, fierce loyalty, and unwavering dedication to protecting his people turned him into both a protector and an inspiration. | © AMC Studios

12. Greef Karga from The Mandalorian
Greef Karga starts The Mandalorian as a shrewd guild leader, handing Din Djarin the bounty that leads him to Grogu. Over time, he transforms from employer to adversary to trusted ally, becoming a key figure in the show’s biggest twists and turns. | © Walt Disney Pictures

11. Omar Little from The Wire
Omar Little stands apart from everyone in The Wire, operating by his own rules and playing both sides of the game. Part outlaw, part folk hero, he’s the show’s most unpredictable force, feared by enemies and admired by viewers. | © HBO

10. Saul Goodman from Breaking Bad
Saul Goodman isn’t the main player in Breaking Bad, but he’s at the center of some of its most pivotal moments. With his quick talk, shady deals, and knack for survival, he turns every scene into his courtroom. No wonder he got his own show. | © Sony Pictures Television

9. Barney Stinson from How I Met Your Mother
Barney Stinson might be the life of the party in How I Met Your Mother, but his loyalty to his friends is what truly defines him. From supporting Ted through heartbreak to reuniting Marshall and Lily, he’s always there when it matters most, often with a big gesture and even bigger heart. | © 20th Television

8. Ron Swanson from Parks and Recreation
Ron Swanson’s dry wit, love of breakfast food, and fierce independence made him one of Parks and Recreation’s most iconic characters. Underneath the gruff exterior, his loyalty and subtle acts of kindness revealed a heart as big as his appetite. | © NBC

7. Dwight Schrute from The Office
Dwight Schrute was fiercely dedicated to his job and the company, always arriving first, working hard, and enforcing corporate rules to the letter. When a faulty product had to be recalled, he even organized a team to call customers, proving just how far he’d go for Dunder Mifflin. | © NBC

6. Crowley from Supernatural
Crowley’s sharp wit, charm, and knack for staying one step ahead kept him in the Winchesters’ lives far longer than most enemies. Love him or hate him, the King of Hell always made things more interesting on Supernatural. | © The CW

5. Victor from From
Victor might seem like From’s oddball artist, but he is quietly the town’s most important survivor, with decades of knowledge about its horrors. His cryptic drawings, mysterious past, and uncanny survival skills make him feel like the key to unlocking the show’s biggest secrets. | © MGM

4. Spike from Buffy The Vampire Slayer
Spike’s sharp humor, chaotic charm, and magnetic presence often outshine Buffy herself in Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Whether trading blows or flirting with the Slayer, he dominates every scene and keeps fans talking decades later. | © 20th Television

3. Ben Linus from Lost
Ben Linus starts as a quiet, polite presence on Lost, only to reveal himself as the show’s most cunning manipulator. Ruthless, unpredictable, and endlessly fascinating, he became the series’ standout villain fans loved to watch. | © ABC

2. Erica Sinclair from Stranger Things
At just 10 years old, Erica Sinclair delivers sharper comebacks than most adults on Stranger Things, stealing scenes with her quick wit and fearless attitude. Priah Ferguson’s hilarious performance has turned her into a fan favorite and a Dungeons & Dragons pro to boot. | © Netflix

1. Cho Hyun-ju from Squid Game
Cho Hyun-ju’s Player 120 became the heart of Squid Game’s second season, balancing fierce resilience with a deeply moving backstory. Her selflessness, determination, and dream of living authentically made her the season’s most relatable and unforgettable presence. | © Netflix
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