9. Scarecrow
Cillian Murphy’s Scarecrow is the only recurring villain in this series, as he’s a constant thorn in Batman’s side. Besides Batman Begins, each appearance was a surprise to the audience. Jonathan Crane exploits the many factions in the city to see people overcome with fear because he gets off on it. He even joins Bane’s (Tom Hardy) autocratic government judging the wealthy and the state in The Dark Knight Rises. You see early on how Batman utilizes his own fears as a tool and engine for his crusade for justice and protection of the people. That head-on conflict with Scarecrow embodies this internal triumph, illustrating how it’s an ongoing battle for all of us to overcome our fears.
