We are all familiar with final girls and, by some extension, scream queens in horror films—these are the characters whose resilience and trope-adjacency usually keep them alive until the end. But we don't want to leave the guys out, especially when so many of them have become icons in their own right via a slate of fantastic roles, both as heroes and villains. It's almost time for full-on spooky season, so here are a few actors whose filmographies you should peruse for some great horror watches this fall.Bill SkarsgårdKey Films: It films, Barbarian, Nosferatu, Hemlock Grove - YouTube www.youtube.com The younger Skarsgård appears to have fully embraced his dark, unique look, which makes him a perfect horror leading man. He was particularly great in Barbarian, where audiences weren't initially sure if he presented a savior or a threat to Tess. But he’s equally good as the most recent Pennywise and Nosferatu, hidden under prosthetics and clown makeup. Tony ToddKey Films: Candyman films, Final Destination films, Hatchet films - YouTube www.youtube.com Todd's deep, gravelly voice became his calling card, along with his large, imposing figure, which was perfect for his role as the Candyman. The role opened the door for him to become horror royalty. A cameo from him in a film immediately gave it bonus horror points.Jeffrey CombsKey Films: Re-Animator, From Beyond, The Frighteners, Masters of Horror anthology - YouTube www.youtube.com Combs gained fame for his role as Herbert West in the cult horror film Re-Animator, then stayed in or...
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