‘Law & Order: SVU’ Asked Fans to Weigh in on the Most ‘Heinous’ Villain of All Time, and so Many People Named This Character
Over 22 seasons, Olivia Benson and the rest of the SVU team have faced countless villains. When the official “Law & Order: SVU” Instagram account recently asked fans to vote for the “most especially heinous #SVU villain of all time,” the response was almost unanimous. Despite the plethora of terrifying characters that have appeared on the NBC series, one stood out above all the rest.
William Lewis: The Most Heinous Villain
“Law & Order: SVU” viewers overwhelmingly agree that William Lewis is the show’s top villain. The Instagram post featured photos of several notorious on-screen criminals, but many commenters quickly noticed one notable omission: William Lewis.
“William. Lewis. How is this even a question?” one fan wrote.
“No one comes before William Lewis,” another agreed.
The Terror of William Lewis
For those who may need a refresher, William Lewis, played by Pablo Schreiber, was a nightmarish figure who tormented Olivia Benson (Mariska Hargitay) throughout seasons 14 and 15. Initially arrested for flashing a woman in a park, it soon became evident that Lewis was guilty of far more serious crimes. He was ultimately revealed as a serial rapist and murderer.
Lewis’s reign of terror peaked when he kidnapped and tortured Benson, subjecting her to unspeakable horrors and forcing her to watch as he brutalized other women. His reign of terror ended in a dramatic and chilling fashion: during a game of Russian roulette, Lewis shot himself in the head in front of Benson in the season 15 episode “Beast’s Obsession.”
Other Notable Villains in SVU History
While William Lewis was the clear favorite among fans, several other frightening characters also received mentions.
Other contenders for the ultimate villain title include Gregory Yates (Dallas Roberts), a serial killer and rapist featured in an SVU crossover episode with “Chicago P.D.,” and Carl Rudnick (Jefferson Mays), the SVU medical examiner who shockingly turned out to be a killer himself.
Conclusion
While “Law & Order: SVU” has featured many chilling villains over its long run, fans have decisively crowned William Lewis as the most especially heinous villain in the series’ history. His brutal and psychological torment of Olivia Benson left a lasting impact, securing his place as the ultimate antagonist in the minds of SVU viewers.
News
Keanu Reeves’ Love Faces Harsh Scrutiny: Alexandra Grant Speaks Out Against Ageism and Sexism in Hollywood. See more in the comments section – News
Keanu Reeves’ Love Faces Harsh Scrutiny: Alexandra Grant Speaks Out Against Ageism and Sexism in Hollywood Actor Keanu Reeves, 59, is known to be one of Hollywood’s nicest guys. On top of being a movie star, in recent years he’s…
Megan Rapinoe’s Shocking Exit from US National Team: ‘Unforgivable’ Decision Sparks Retirement Rumors
Megan Rapinoe’s Shocking Exit from US National Team: ‘Unforgivable’ Decision Sparks Retirement Rumors In a surprising and emotional turn of events, soccer star Megan Rapinoe has been dropped from the US National Team, leaving her both stunned and distressed. The…
Unbelievable! Fans Can’t Get Over What Taylor And Travis Just Announced On New Heights
Unbelievable! Fans Can’t Get Over What Taylor And Travis Just Announced On New Heights Full video: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have been making waves again with an exciting announcement on the “New Heights” podcast 🎙️. Fans are buzzing with excitement…
The NFL Issues Permanent Ban on “Black National Anthem” at its games, Declares: “There’s only one National Anthem.”
In a move that has sent shockwaves across stadiums and social media feeds, the NFL has reportedly banned the performance of “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” commonly referred to as the Black national anthem, at all future games. According to…
Taylor Swift’S Concert Attendance Drops After Harris Endorsement: ‘No Fans, Just Empty Seats And Echoes’.
Taylor Swift’S Concert Attendance Drops After Harris Endorsement: ‘No Fans, Just Empty Seats And Echoes’ Iп a sυrprisiпg twist that пo oпᴇ saw comiпg—ᴇxcᴇpt maybᴇ hᴇr aпgriᴇst faпs—Taylor Swift’s oпcᴇ sold-oυt coпcᴇrt vᴇпυᴇs havᴇ tυrпᴇd iпto a ghost towп aftᴇr…
Hear Christopher Meloni’s Take on a British Accent in New Commercial
Hear Christopher Meloni’s Take on a British Accent in New Commercial Christopher Meloni’s fans were in for a treat this week when Mine Hill Distillery in Connecticut released a pair of new commercials featuring the beloved Law & Order: Special Victims…
End of content
No more pages to load