The Top Five Final Boys From Horror History
22In horror movies, the “final boy” is the character who typically survives until the end of the film and defeats the villain. This archetype exists in stark contrast to the much more common and dominating trope of the “final girl.”
The concept of a final boy pivots from the already-established gender roles and expectations set forth across the horror landscape, portraying a male character as the hero and survivor, rather than a female. This subversion makes the “final boy” character model particularly interesting and captivating for audiences.
Here are our picks for the top 5 “final boys” in horror movie history.
Paxton Rodriguez - Hostel
Ash Williams - Evil Dead 2
Alex Browning - Final Destination
Jesse Walsh - A Nightmare on Elm Street 2 - Freddy’s Revenge
Chris Washington - Get Out