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Sometimes the character you think is the star isn’t the one steering the story for long. Join us as we count down the most memorable false protagonists in movies and TV, where an apparent lead dies, disappears, or gives way to someone else. Our picks include “Psycho,” “The Godfather,” “Scream,” “Game of Thrones,” “Alien,” and more! From Marion Crane and Vito Corleone to Casey Becker and Ned Stark, these twists changed the way audiences watched stories forever. Which false protagonist shocked you most? Let us know in the comments below!

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