INTPs are the rarest in the world with only 2-3% of the population sharing the traits they have. They are rare in fiction as well. Every INTP lights up the room with their presence. They have a certain aura to them that catches the attention of other people. Here are the best INTP characters seen in anime, films and TV shows.
The Best INTP Characters In Anime, Films, TV Shows And More
Most of these characters share a common trait such as an analytical mind, observational skills, logical reasoning, and curiosity. Take a look at 15 of the best characters in fiction who are INTP Characters.
Sherlock Holmes
Show: Sherlock on BBC
Benedict Cumberbatch’s Sherlock is one of the smartest, analytical and most fun to watch characters in recent times. He is also a good representation of the INTP personality due to his sharp intellect, logical thinking, need for solitude and to be left alone making him one of the most iconic characters of all time.
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock was made for Benedict Cumberbatch as his suave and energetic talking style and the way he carries himself make him a certified INTP character.
Sheldon Cooper
Show: The Big Bang Theory
Let’s see here; social awkwardness, genius-level intellect, analytical thinking, and perfect perception of people’s attitude, that is all that an INTP is. Sheldon Cooper is one of the most liked characters in pop culture due to his behavior towards his peers. Not to mention his dry humor is funny.
His obsession with logic, science, and a rigid daily routine makes him a certified INTP.
Rick Sanchez
Show: Rick and Morty
Rick is one of the most beloved characters in the recent Adult Animation genre. His cocky attitude, genius-level intellect, universal influence, and god complex point towards an INTP personality type. With absolutely no regard for ethics and a need to prove to everyone that he is the strongest in the universe, Rick has become one of the most fun characters to watch in recent Television.
This is INTP personified but with a chaotic evil twist.
Luna Lovegood
Movies: The Harry Potter Franchise
Slightly aloof and intelligent in an unsuspecting fashion, Luna Lovegood has become a beloved character in the Harry Potter franchise due to her carefree nature. Her intuitive understanding of magic and introverted tendencies make her a guaranteed INTP character in the franchise.
Ozymandias
Movie: Watchmen
In my opinion, one of the greatest movies and villains of all time, Ozymandias displayed INTP characteristics by indulging in meticulous planning to set the world into chaos. In addition to his brilliant planning, he has a reserved demeanor, a mellow talking style, and strategic brilliance that was rarely seen in any other villain since.
This movie is undoubtedly the dark horse of superhero movies.
Bruce Banner
Franchise: The Marvel Cinematic Universe
Bruce Banner in his essence is an INTP personality. He has a sound and analytical mind, logical thinking, and a mellow personality, in essence, everything that is the opposite of the Hulk. The internal struggle between Bruce Banner and the Hulk is one of the best stories to tell and Mark Ruffalo’s acting in The First Avenger’s Movie exemplifies that.
With an introspective nature and a goal to do better and help the world, Bruce Banner is an INTP personified.
Artemis Fowl
Book Series: Artemis Fowl
The prodigy, Artemis Fowl has become a fan favorite character for book readers who love adventure and suspense. His prodigious intellect, love for scheming, and introverted tendencies from time to time clearly show that he is an INTP personality.
I highly recommend reading the whole Artemis Fowl series because it is not just a children’s series, it is a good detective novel series with elements of fantasy.
Artemis
Show: Young Justice
Artemis, one of the Demi-Gods and an ally of the Young Justice, is a badass girl who has become a pillar for the team to rely on. Her confidence, intellectual thinking, and strategic planning make her one of the best heroes on the show and a fan favorite.
Artemis’s character ark is beautiful and a must-watch for her fans. The green costume and the sass in the earlier seasons made a huge impact on the DC community in terms of her popularity.
Hermione Granger
Movies: The Harry Potter Franchise
Emma Watson’s Portrayal of Hermione Granger is the best thing to happen in the Harry Potter franchise. She was smart, and helpful, took care of her friends, and introverted except when around Harry and Ron. Her intelligence, approach to solving problems logically, and following rules and orders were second to none.
She was a quintessential part of the big three which made her one of the best characters in the Harry Potter Franchise and a certified INTP.
L
Anime: Death Note
The Detective from Death Note embodies the qualities of an INTP personality perfectly. With his unconventional methods and brilliant mind, L is a formidable opponent taking his wits to battle against Light Yagami. His dedication to logical ways and an introverted nature allow himself to balance his nature and let him see clearly against the fight against evil. This makes him a fan-favorite character in any Anime ever.
I’m pretty sure a lot of people admire this character so much that they would like for him to have his show.
Ariadne
Movie: Inception
Inception is one of the best movies of all time and Ariadne was an integral part of the whole journey. Her calculating mind, quiet demeanor, and co-operating nature made her one of the most important parts of carrying out the mission.
Her creative problem-solving skills and intuitiveness are the most important qualities that make her such an INTP.
Alan Turing
Movie: The Imitation Game
Alan Turing’s one true love was the machine he was building. His analytical skills, commitment to his work, unorthodox social interaction style, and mathematical genius made him one of the most endearing and intriguing characters to grace the big screens. His willingness to take on risks and challenges made him who he is known today, the Father of Modern Computing.
Without a doubt, Benedict Cumberbatch’s performance brings out the enigma and the INTP qualities of Turing.
Robin Buckley
Show: Stranger Things
Robin is one of the best additions to the Stranger Things franchise and no one can play it as casually and nonchalantly as Emma Hawke. Her portrayal was funny, sarcastic, sometimes over and underconfident, sassy, and smart. Not to mention she had some awkward introverted characteristics.
She also is fluent in multiple languages which is proof of her intellectual capacity.
Neo
Franchise: The Matrix
Keanu Reeve’s Neo has become one of the best characters in any fictional franchise due to his undying skepticism and will to find out the truth. His introverted nature and desire to understand reality is what drives the movie and quite possibly the franchise. His intellect and curiosity is the best part of his character development.
That is why, The Matrix franchise is regarded as one of the best in the world.
Got More In Mind?
Well that was my list of the best INTP characters in the fictional world. Is there a significant personality I missed out on? Let me know in the comments. To know about more characters on the MBTI spectrum, check out the Pop Culture section.