When we get hooked on a TV series, the draw is often the bad guy. Sometimes we pull for him, and sometimes we are outraged but still impressed, especially if the bad guy is more clever than the characters surrounding him (or her). It takes both intelligence and a lack of ethics to manipulate others into furthering one’s nefarious schemes. Who would you say is the best at that? An article at Uproxx opines that Gemma from Sons of Anarchy is the most manipulative character in TV history (warning: autoplay video). She certainly caused a lot of destruction, but someone who gets away with their crimes might be considered more successful. Who would you think is the most manipulative TV character? The poll below has a few suggestions, limited to recent TV shows, but you might think of others. If you go back in history, there are no doubt many master manipulators, like JR Ewing. Who’s your favorite?