title character

noun

: the character in a book for which the book is named
the title character of the book Tom Sawyer

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The film moved the action from Boston to New York and made the title character a wealthy art thief instead of a bank robber. — Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 29 July 2026 The Death of Robin Hood, starring Hugh Jackman as the legendary title character, is debuting on digital streaming this week after suffering a quick death at the box office. — Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026 One of Robert De Niro’s most underrated performances is his portrayal of the title character in 1990’s Stanley & Iris, a short-order cook who sparks a romance with a waitress played by Jane Fonda. — Liza Lentini, SPIN, 21 July 2026 Wilson played Matilda Wormwood, the bright and determined title character, while DeVito portrayed her father, Harry Wormwood, and also directed the film. — Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 19 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for title character

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“Title character.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/title%20character. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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