7 Reasons Thanos Is Marvel’s Greatest Villain

7 Reasons Thanos Is Marvel’s Greatest Villain

Thanos is one of Marvel's most popular villains, but more than that, an argument can be made that Thanos is Marvel's greatest villain.

Thanos is a villainous legend, known for his appearances in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but comic fans have known about his greatness for decades, since his first appearance in Invincible Iron Man #55.

Creator Jim Starlin made him into one of the premiere cosmic villains in the Marvel Universe, with his nihilism and desire for ultimate power making him an enemy for every champion of life, feared and respected by every hero in the Marvel Universe.

Marvel has created some of the greatest villains ever

However, some would say that Thanos is the greatest Marvel villain.

Author's summary: Thanos is Marvel's greatest villain due to his legendary status.

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ComicBook.com ComicBook.com — 2025-10-17

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