The Divisive Harry Potter Character That Some Fans Actually Feel Sorry For

Despite being all about good versus evil, the "Harry Potter" films are full of divisive characters. From heroes misconstrued as villains like Sirius Black (Gary Oldman) to actual villains who are nonetheless fun or appealing characters like Bellatrix Lestrange (Helena Bonham Carter), fans have argued about whether certain characters are good or evil, horrible or lovable, since the inception of the franchise.

Part of the reason for so much debate is that, throughout the series, it is truly unclear whether certain characters will choose good or evil. The secrecy of the Death Eaters, along with the confusion about whether or not Voldemort (Ralph Fiennes) has truly returned, makes it difficult to know who will give in to the Dark Lord's pressure and who will remain good.

However, let's face it: Some characters in "Harry Potter," even though they might ultimately come out on the right side of the war against Voldemort, are not necessarily the greatest people. Draco Malfoy (Tom Felton) is the least likable main character in "Harry Potter," largely because, even though he ultimately joins the fight for good, he also spent time helping Voldemort, out of fear. This is similar to why Professor Slughorn (Jim Broadbent) and Xenophilius Lovegood (Rhys Ifans) are also divisive. Additionally, "Harry Potter" fans remain conflicted over James Potter (Adrian Rawlins) due to his bullying of Severus Snape (Alan Rickman) while at Hogwarts, as well as characters like Snape himself, Cedric Diggory (Robert Pattinson), Lavender Brown (Jessie Cave), and Albus Dumbledore (Michael Gambon).