Your Ultimate Guide to Every Type of Movie Villain

Examples:

• Boba Fett — The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi
• Agent Smith — The Matrix
• Mr. Joshua — Lethal Weapon
• Clarence Boddiker — Robocop

The Henchman is the one that works for either The Mastermind or the overall major baddie of the film. They are often the most skilled, the most lethal, and the most ruthless of villains. They exist to do nothing but the bidding of their boss, which often means that they are in nothing but constant conflict with the protagonist — and they’re doing all of the dirty work that The Mastermind can’t or won’t do. They prevail in the action and spy thriller genres especially.