The EW 1000

Celebrating the new classics: The 1000 best movies, TV shows, albums, books, and more of the past 25 years

1. Ricky Stratton, Silver Spoons (1982-87)

2. Sonny Crockett, Miami Vice (1984--89)

3. Alex P. Keaton, Family Ties (1982-89)

4. Thomas Sullivan Magnum, Magnum, P.I. (1980-88)

5. Dexter Morgan, Dexter (2006-present)

6. Hank Moody, Californication (2007-present)

7. J.R. Ewing, Dallas (1978-91)

8. Eric Cartman, South Park (1997-present)

9. Gunther, Friends (1994-2004)

10. Samantha Jones, Sex and the City (1998--2004)


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