Name These Supervillains And See If You Could Save The World

Ever since comic books first came out, the world has loved hearing about supervillains. We love our superheroes, of course-- from Thor to Flash, Wonder Woman, and Supergirl-- and we love watching them save the world over and over. But we also love our supervillains, and we love the stories they provide.

Ready to join the noble ranks of superheroes? The world needs you. Think of this quiz as a game: every time you guess a supervillain right, you put them behind bars. Every time you guess wrong, they go free. If you can arrest enough supervillains by the end of the quiz, then you'll have saved the world. If you can't, then humanity is seriously in danger.

Are you ready for the challenge?

Anyone who knows supervillains well should have an easy time rescuing humanity. You don't need to be a fan of comics to ace this quiz, although it will definitely help. Most of the characters, and most of their mugshots, are from recent films, so you have that.

Humanity is counting on you! Can you name these supervillains and save the world?

Question 1

Can you name this Supervillain?

This supervillain was the ultimate bad guy in his Avengers film. While this supervillain has a different past and many different storylines within the comics, in the Marvel movie, he's the creation of Tony Stark and Bruce Banner, who are trying to use an infinity stone to create a world-protecting database. The database becomes sentient however, and decides that it has to destroy the world. That's this villain, right here. Can you guess his name?

Question 2

Can you name this Supervillain?

Even if you haven't seen the latest Marvel movie, Infinity War (don't worry; no spoilers here) you should have an easy time guessing this Marvel villain. He hasn't appeared in many of the Marvel movies, except for the credit sequences, but year by year, fans have been watching the findings of infinity stones, powerful stones that, when combined in an infinity gauntlet, make the wearer all powerful. This super villain has been hunting for the infinity stones for years.

Question 3

Can you name this Supervillain?

While this image might be dark and spooky, you can still make out the villain underneath. That's a mask stitched together from a burlap bag. This supervillain appeared in the first of the Christopher Nolan Batman movies, Batman Begins. In real life, he's a psychologist by the name of Dr. Jonathan Crane, but he performs illegal experiments, and uses a powerful drug to create fear in all his victims. Can you guess the name of this supervillain?

Question 4

Can you name this Supervillain?

Any fan of the classic Marvel heroes should know this villain, since he fights Captain America in the very first Captain America film. He's a Nazi general with a secret: he's bent on gaining the infinity stones for the German cause. He's also the victim of a strange science experiment, which he reveals by peeling off his "face" at the end of the movie. Underneath, he looks like this. Can you guess his name?

Question 5

Can you name this Supervillain?

If you've seen Doctor Strange, then you shouldn't have any trouble guessing this supervillain. Doctor Strange is a new addition to the Avengers, played by Benedict Cumberbatch, who knows magic and can open portals and reverse time. This supervillain has given himself over to a darker source of magic, and he's bent on destruction. Doctor Strange manages to stop him and his plan, but not before this villain has proven himself to be ruthless. Do you remember his name?

Question 6

Can you name this Supervillain?

Everyone knows this villain. He's appeared in every Batman show, movie, and cartoon since the Batman comics first gained popularity. He's considered one of the best super villains of all time, whether he's giggly and silly from the 1960s TV show, or the genius, dark version from The Dark Knight. You shouldn't have any trouble guessing this Batman nemesis. He likes to use tricks, tell jokes, and he always wears white face paint with overdone lips. Can you guess his name?

Question 7

Can you name this Supervillain?

This Marvel villain appeared in the very first Iron Man movie. He teams up with another bad guy in Iron Man's life, Justin Hammer, and they work together to destroy Iron Man's career. This Marvel character is strong, evil, and manipulative. He wields a pair of electrified whips that he uses like weapons. If it's been a while since you've seen the first Iron Man movie, you'll have to think a little harder! This villain should be easy to guess based on his weapon.

Question 8

Can you name this Supervillain?

This mild mannered Russian appeared in Captain America: Civil War. He didn't wear a suit, battle the Avengers first hand, or do anything big and bad. Instead, he managed to turn the Avengers against each other, through espionage. He might not wear a suit of armor or have a fancy supervillain name, but he accomplished a lot of villainy. He wanted revenge for the death of his family, and he succeeded in creating a superhero civil war. Can you guess his name?

Question 9

Can you name this Supervillain?

This Marvel villain started out as a successful business owner, as so many super characters (villain and hero) do. He had a serious heart condition and needed complex surgery. When his treatments left him a super villain, he became the enemy of Ant-Man. This Marvel villain appeared in the first of the Ant-Man movies, and played opposite the title character, as the lead villain. His suit is yellow and black, and equipped with large metal "stingers." Can you guess his name?

Question 10

Can you name this Supervillain?

This Marvel villain is sometimes called The Winter Solider, and he was the prime villain in Captain America: Winter Solider. He has a complicated past, and his villainous tendencies aren't really his own. The real man inside him doesn't want to be a villain, which makes for some good empathetic tension in his movies. He's the result of a science experiment and a fully trained assassin, but the real man inside him was once the best friend of a guy named Steve Rogers.

Question 11

Can you name this Supervillain?

You might know this DC villain from the Christopher Nolan Batman franchise. While that version of this villain isn't pictured here (we chose not to give you nightmares) his character name should still be clear from this photo. This villain was a normal human once, until an accident left him disfigured. He's also obsessed with flipping a coin. Can you name this villain?

Question 12

Can you name this Supervillain?

You should know this Marvel villain, even if you're not a fan of the comics. Ready to put him behind bars? This super villain most recently appeared in Spider-Man: Homecoming. He started out as a man who worked construction jobs, but made a living for himself selling illegal weapons. He used the alien technology that fell to Earth in The Avengers to create a powerful suit for himself that allows him to fly. Besides being a villain, he's also the Dad of Peter's homecoming date.

Question 13

Can you name this Supervillain?

If you haven't gotten into Marvel's Netflix shows, then you might have a harder time guessing this villain. Then again, maybe not-- since he's immensely popular. He started out as the villain in Daredevil season 2, but now has his own spin-off show...where he's actually more of a hero. His evil tendencies are complicated, since he was once a good man but is now consumed with vengeance for the lives of his family. He's an ex-army officer, who sticks to guns and brute strength to win his fights.

Question 14

Can you name this Supervillain?

In both the Sony Spiderman movies, Peter Parker's first villain is this character. While the two films both put a different take on this villain's costume, you should have an easy time guessing this famous baddie. He's the victim of a science experiment gone wrong: what should have healed him has made him a hideous, vicious green beast. Not every DNA mix works as well as it does for Peter Parker. Can you guess the name of this Marvel superhero?

Question 15

Can you name this Supervillain?

You might recognize the dramatic black and blue face paint of this Marvel villain. He first appeared in some small scenes with Thanos, and he offered Thanos his allegiance. Eventually, however, he split from Thanos and tried to take over the world for himself, which is never a good idea. He was defeated by the Guardians of the Galaxy. Do you think you can name this Marvel villain? If you can't, he'll go free and keep on destroying the world.

Question 16

Can you name this Supervillain?

This Batman villain didn't appear in any of the Christopher Nolan Batman movies, but you should still have an easy time guessing his name. While this version of the villain looks sinister, that wasn't always the case. In the 1960s Batman TV show, he wore a unitard, covered in question marks. While that might not be scary, it should give you a clue. Can you name him?

Question 17

Can you name this Supervillain?

You can go ahead and ignore Robin in this image. After all, we're not guessing super heroes or side kicks: we're guessing villains. The woman shown here is a beloved Batman villainess. If you love Batman, female characters, or villains in general, chances are, you know her well. She's always shown wearing something green, and her hair is always long and red. If you can guess her right, you officially get her and her evil schemes off the streets.

Question 18

Can you name this Supervillain?

You might not remember this Marvel villain right away. He's a dark elf, and he helped introduce us to the ether. If you don't recall who he is, we'll give you a hint: he was the villain in Thor 2. He wanted to align the realms and destroy them, including Earth. Thor stopped him, with the help of Loki and his Earth friends from the first Thor movie. This Marvel villain is a dangerous one, so guess his name to stop his plans.

Question 19

Can you name this Supervillain?

Just about every Marvel fan knows the name of this supervillain. He's considered one of the best villains of all time since his character is so complex. Many would even call him more of an anti-hero than a villain. Especially with his status now since Infinity War came out (don't worry, no spoilers). The brother of Thor, this character was a frost giant raised in Asgard. The trickster god, he came to Earth, trying to rule it, but was defeated by the Avengers when they first assembled.

Question 20

Can you name this Supervillain?

This villain most recently appeared in Batman v. Superman, which is where this screenshot comes from. This villain has had many faces, however, and he's one of the most famous Superman villains in comic history. He's a scientist, a genius, and he hates the man of steel. He's dangerously intelligent: so intelligent, he proves a worthy opponent for the nearly-invincible superman. If you're a comic book fan, this super villain should be an easy one to put behind bars. Can you guess right?

Question 21

Can you name this Supervillain?

This man was the villain in the Netflix show, Daredevil. In season 1, he proved to be one of the best villains ever scripted, and his complex history was part of what made Daredevil season 1 so extraordinary. He's a mafia boss in Hell's Kitchen, New York. He has a brutal past, the personality of a boy, and a desire to take over all of Hell's Kitchen, and the crime syndicates within it. His real name is Wilson Fisk. Can you guess his supervillain title?

Question 22

Can you name this Supervillain?

Speaking of Marvel Netflix shows, you might recognize the face of David Tennant, the Scottish actor, here. While Tennant is beloved by fans of Dr. Who, he's not a friendly face in Jessica Jones; Marvel's second show with a female protagonist. This villain can control people with his mind, which he does to Jessica and others. Jessica has to use both her super strength and her powers as a PI to bring him down. Can you guess his name right?

Question 23

Can you name this Supervillain?

This female super villain recently showed up in the Marvel Universe: she was the villain in Thor: Ragnarok. She's the older sister of Thor, who once fought alongside Odin for control of the Nine Realms. Essentially, she's Death, and she wants to kill everyone in both Asgard and the world. It goes without saying that Thor successfully defeats her, but she destroys his entire home before he does. Can you name this Thor villain?

Question 24

Can you name this Supervillain?

Everyone knows this Batman villain. She's one of the most popular DC villains in the world (besides the Joker). You might not have enjoyed Suicide Squad (where this picture is from) but you should still be able to guess the name of this Batman nemesis. She's known for her split colors, jester clothes, and unique personality. If you can guess her right, she stays safely behind bars.

Question 25

Can you name this Supervillain?

If you haven't seen Black Panther, then you're missing out on one of the best Marvel movies made in recent years. Besides being powerful, action-packed, and an amazing glimpse into African culture, Black Panther also featured this villain. His father was from Wakanda, but he grew up in America. As an adult, he tricks and kills whoever he has to to return to Wakanda. There, he challenges the rightful king and wins. Can you name this driven, recent super villain?

Question 26

Can you name this Supervillain?

This woman is half-villain and half-love interest on Marvel's Netflix show, Daredevil. She's also considered an anti-hero. She's highly trained as a martial arts fighter, and she falls in love with Matthew Murdock. She and Daredevil's interests don't always coincide, and she causes problems for the title character. Her methods are sometimes unorthodox, hence her status as an anti-hero. Can you name this female supervillain and get her off the streets?

Question 27

Can you name this Supervillain?

This old dude might look nice, but he's the same as that creepy comic rendering of him on the left. Technically, he's a god, a planet and can think and create anything he conceives of. He's the villain of Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 2, and if you haven't seen it yet, get ready for SPOILERS. He's Peter Quill's Dad, and he's killed all his other kids in an attempt to find one who shares his powers. Can you name this nasty god?

Question 28

Can you name this Supervillain?

Not everyone has seen Marvel's Netflix shows, and if you haven't watched Luke Cage, then you're missing out. Luke Cage first appears in Jessica Jones season 1, but he gets his own show on Netflix. This villain is one of a few bad guys Luke Cage had to face. The villain shown here is a drug dealer and leader of a huge ring of organized crime. Luke Cage's goal is to take him down. Can you name this Luke Cage villain?

Question 29

Can you name this Supervillain?

Just about everyone knows this DC villain, even if they don't read comics or watch many DC movies. In other words, even your grandma knows who this DC villain is, so you'd better too. This villain is the nemesis of Batman, and sometimes, there's a love thing going on there. Her get-up alone should be enough to give her name away, so we're not going to give you anymore hints. DC. Batman. Flirting. That's it. Who is she?

Question 30

Can you name this Supervillain?

This villain hasn't been experimented on. He doesn't have the DNA of a spider or a grasshopper or a chinchilla in his veins. He's just an ordinary man, doing extraordinarily villainous things. He's the head of Hydra, and he's sneaked Hydra into S.H.I.E.L.D. You might remember Hydra: it's the semi-Nazi group from Captain America. This man wanted to implement it all over the world, but he's defeated by the Avengers in Avengers: Age of Ultron. Can you guess his name?

Question 31

Can you name this Supervillain?

According to S.H.I.E.L.D, this villain is one of the worst threats to humanity. It's an alien life form that can bond with a human host, giving them incredible powers. This villain is most often seen in Spider-Man franchises, and he's even getting his own movie in fall of this year. You might not know this villain off the top of your head, but if you know upcoming Marvel movies, this bad guys should prove an easy guess. What's his name?

Question 32

Can you name this Super-villain?

You might recognize Sir Ian McKellen in this shot. No, he's not playing Gandalf. He's playing one of the most famous villains of all time, and you should have no trouble guessing his name if you're a superhero fan. He's a mutant, and he wants to wipe out humans to make way for a new race of super (mutant) humans. Speaking of mutants, he most commonly fights against the X-Men, which is where this movie screen shot is from.

Question 33

Can you name this Supervillain?

If you haven't kept up with the Fantastic Four, you might have a harder time nailing this quiz question down. Do your best, however-- because if this villain walks free, the planet is in serious danger. This bad guy is a cosmic entity, and he arrives on planets in order to suck the life out of them. To him, a planet is a way to stay alive, or in other words: dinner. Can you guess the name of this galactic fiend?

Question 34

Can you name this Supervillain?

If you've seen Doctor Strange, then you have a sense of what this villain can do. Sorry, he isn't from the Doctor Strange movie, but he uses magic and mind-reading powers to bend victims to his will. He's considered one of the most dangerous villains out there, and while his main conflicts are with the Fantastic Four, he's also fought with Iron Man, Spider-Man, and the Black Panther. He's a serious threat, so try to guess his name right and put him behind bars.

Question 35

Can you name this Supervillain?

This DC villain has fought the Teen Titans, Batman, and Green Arrow. He was one of the first modern superheroes, since he's three-dimensional, but also crosses lines supervillains didn't in the past. He's an ex-army man, the result of an experiment, and he exacts revenge for the pleasure of it. He used to be referred to as "(name) the Terminator," but after the Terminator movies came out, his title dropped to a single name. Can you give this supervillain the right title?

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