The American FIlm Institute let their members vote on the top 50 heroes and top 50 villians. (out of 400 competitors)., Once again, it turns out that the mindless masses have won, with Hannibal Lecter being # 1 for villians.
Atticus FInch is a good choice for best hero I must admit.
Here is the full list
http://www.afi.com/tv/handv.pdfAnd if anyone can tell me how to post that URL as a link, I would appreciate it.