There are reports ranking the greatest movie characters of the 21st century, with some outlets listing the top 10 and others compiling larger lists, such as the 50 best or 100 most iconic characters. However, the specific time frame and criteria for these rankings appear to vary, with some focusing on the 21st century as a whole and others narrowing it down to the last 10 or 20 years. The rankings also seem to be based on different metrics, including fan votes and evaluations of screenplays and performances.