title character

noun

: the character in a book for which the book is named

the title character of the book Tom Sawyer

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One of Robert De Niro’s most underrated performances is his portrayal of the title character in 1990’s Stanley & Iris, a short-order cook who sparks a romance with a waitress played by Jane Fonda. — Liza Lentini, SPIN, 21 July 2026

Wilson played Matilda Wormwood, the bright and determined title character, while DeVito portrayed her father, Harry Wormwood, and also directed the film. — Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 19 July 2026

Morton notably gave two other incredible performances in 2002, as the title character in Lynne Ramsay’s Morvern Callar and as the precog Agatha in Minority Report. — Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 16 July 2026

Matt Damon is fine as the title character if not revelatory, but the extensive supporting cast frequently prop up individual moments, as do some of Nolan’s unique additions to the story. — Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2026