Fans Discuss Supporting Characters Who Deserve Spinoffs

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Every movie seems to get a dozen sequels and every show needs multiple spinoffs these days. The Marvel Cinematic Universe, Star Wars, and Harry Potter have fueled studios' franchise obsession. Some sequels and spinoffs are incredible, but others feel like shallow cash grabs. To avoid this, choosing the right properties and characters is key. We asked Watchworthy fans which supporting characters deserve their own spinoff series - and the main character energy is strong. Which shows would you actually want to see?

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Spike
Richard M. W. commented.Richard M. W.
Spike is from Buffy The Vampire Slayer and Angel.Buffy The Vampire Slayer.andAngel.The last episode ofAngel.Angel and Spike are about to fight, and the show stops. Spike needs his own series.
A Facebook Commenter commented.Amy Leigh M.
Spike is 100 percent.
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Steve Harrington
A Facebook Commenter commented.Jope Bucky S.
Momma Steve deserves his own show.
A Facebook Commenter commented.Nicola H.
Yes! He could become a paranormal investigator in the '90s or join the FBI likeX-Files.! Now I’m pumped!
Television
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Also ranks #1 on Fictional Characters Named Steve · #1 on TV Sidekicks We Love More Than Main Characters · #1 on 25 Boyfriends In Science Fiction, Ranked
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Abed Nadir
A Facebook Commenter commented.James A.
Abed is from Community.Community.
A Facebook Commenter commented.Charlene R P.
I was about to suggest the same thing. He is fascinating!
A Facebook Commenter commented.Andy M.
I'm on board as long as Troy is there too.
Television
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Also ranks #1 on Best Community Characters · #1 on 35+ Major 'Community' Characters · #1 on 15 Funniest Community Characters
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Schmidt
A Facebook Commenter commented.Tim S.
Schmidt is from New Girl.New Girl.Schmidt was insane and could handle a show with different roommates.
A Facebook Commenter commented.Rachel T.
The show's theme would be danger.
A Facebook Commenter commented.Keila A.
Schmidt, Nick, and Winston! Jessica Day ruined that show. We need a remake without her.
Television
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Also ranks #9 on Funniest Jewish TV Characters · #10 on 12 Times Supporting TV Characters Stole The Show And Became The Lead · #12 on Most Over-The-Top Celebrity Fat Suits
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Jon Snow
A Facebook Commenter commented.Anita A.
Jon Snow, and I hear it is coming soon.
A Facebook Commenter commented.Robert W.
The ending of Game of Thrones.Game of Thrones. was disappointing. I need something to change it. I want to see Jon beyond the wall and learn about the White Walkers.
Television
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Also ranks #1 on Who Will Sit On The Iron Throne When 'Game Of Thrones' Ends? · #1 on Best 'Game Of Thrones' Kings And Queens · #1 on All Brothers of the Night's Watch
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Michonne
A Facebook Commenter commented.Sam O.
Michonne. Her comics were awesome.
A Facebook Commenter commented.Terry S.
Her storyline is the best part of The Walking Dead.The Walking Dead., I want more.
Television
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Also ranks #1 on 'Walking Dead' Characters: Comic To TV Changes · #1 on The Best Female Characters on TV · #2 on The Walking Dead Characters Most Likely To Survive Until The End
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Berta
A Facebook Commenter commented.Mykey O.
Berta is from Two and a Half Me.Two and a Half Me.n (before she passed away in 2020). What could have been.
A Facebook Commenter commented.Andrew P.
I wanted her own episode on the show. I want to see her daily life, dealing with the drama we miss.
Television
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Also ranks #5 on Two And A Half Men Characters · #40 on Funniest Female TV Characters · #101 on The Greatest Female TV Role Models
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Ron Swanson
A Facebook Commenter commented.Adam H.
Ron Swanson is from Parks and Rec.Parks and Rec.
A Facebook Commenter commented.Amy D.
I could watch that man do anything.
Television
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Also ranks #1 on Best Parks and Recreation Characters · #2 on Greatest Breakout TV Characters · #2 on Fictional Characters Named Ron
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Red Forman
A Facebook Commenter commented.Crystal W.
Red Foreman! I want to see him working!
A Facebook Commenter commented.Joey S.
I would pay good money to see more Red Foreman.
Television
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Also ranks #1 on 19 Grumpy Sitcom Characters That Everybody Loves · #1 on Best That '70s Show Characters · #2 on The Most Beloved Grumps In TV History, Ranked
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Mike Ehrmantraut
A Facebook Commenter commented.Ephraim D.
Mike is from Breaking Bad.Breaking Bad.. That guy is the man!
A Facebook Commenter commented.Kelli B.
I’d love a prequel series with a younger Mike. I want to know more about Nacho and the Salamancas.
Television
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Also ranks #1 on Every Major 'Breaking Bad' Death, Ranked · #2 on Best 'Better Call Saul' Characters, Ranked · #2 on Best Fictional Fixers Ranked
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River Song
A Facebook Commenter commented.Paul G.
River Song is from Doctor Who.Doctor Who.
A Facebook Commenter commented.Georgia M.
That is my answer. She is one of the best characters on that show.
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Also ranks #8 on Best Time Travel Characters · #37 on Greatest Scientist TV Characters · #41 on Breakout TV Characters Who Make Their Shows, Ranked
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Raj Koothrappali
A Facebook Commenter commented.Christopher A.
Rajesh is from The Big Bang Theory.The Big Bang Theory.; despite awkward moments, Rajesh had real worthy laughs.
A Facebook Commenter commented.Belinda A.
Agreed! He was the only character without a neat ending or a partner. He had many regrets and emotional shifts he needed to face.
Television
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Also ranks #4 on 35+ Major 'Big Bang Theory' Characters · #4 on Greatest Token Minority Characters in Sitcoms · #7 on Smartest Character In 'The Big Bang Theory?'
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Bonnie Bennett
A Facebook Commenter commented.Nicola H.
Bonnie is from Vampire Diaries.Vampire Diaries.Bonnie Bennett saved everyone. She remained the only one who did not sleep with anyone her friends did.
Television
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Also ranks #6 on Major 'The Vampire Diaries' Characters · #7 on 10 Fantasy TV Characters Who Deserved Better Endings · #10 on The Vampire Diaries Characters: Book vs Show
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Dwight Schrute
From Facebook CommenterNathaniel S:
Dwight Schrute fromThe Office! I wish they would air the proposed spin-off. Rainn Wilson is great in the role; I wish he would play him again.
From Facebook CommenterAmber M:
Dwight CARRIED the last few seasons ofThe Office.
Television
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Also ranks #2 on TV Characters Who Would Make Horrible Roommates · #2 on Funko Pops That Actually Look Like The Characters · #3 on Greatest Breakout TV Characters
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Rachel Green
From Facebook CommenterHeather K:
Rachel fromFriends.Seeing Rachel handle her fashion job in Paris would have been cool if she hadn't left for Ross.
From Facebook CommenterPeter W:
Wow. Rachel in Paris. I never knew how much I needed this.
Television
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Also ranks #1 on Fictional Characters Named Rachel · #1 on Friends Characters Represent Seven Deadly Sins · #1 on Best '90s Sitcom Character Signature Look
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