Sexy and dangerous, these lethal ladies stole the screen.

This review compilation analyses 101 female villains, chosen by a lifelong fan from decades of watching films. Ranked in four tiers (superior, epic, legendary, and goddess), every selection has earned her place. Spanning the 1930s to the 2020s, and covering every major genre, this is the definitive guide to the bad girls of cinema.

The list includes femme fatales. Tough-as-nails henchwomen. Scheming masterminds. Iconic characters – Catherine Tramell, Phyllis Dietrichson, Nurse Ratched – make the cut. So do evil Bond girls, B-movie badasses, slashers, Lifetime psychos, and obscure examples that deserve your attention.

Inside this book:

• An introduction from the author and what inspired this collection
• 101 ranked entries, with film summaries, critiques, and commentary
• Over 150 themed honourable mentions for extra coverage

Many villains are memorable. These women are unforgettable.

All 101 ranked blog reviews and honourable mentions compiled into one book. Now available to pre-order from online retailers.