Jack Nicholson Has Retired – Here Are His Top 7 Sickest Characters

5. The Joker — Batman

In 1989 — 19 years before Heath Ledger blew everyone away with his dark and sombre take on the Joker, Jack Nicholson terrified 80s and 90s kids with his campy, creepy take on the character.

4. Robert Dupea — Five Easy Pieces

Nicholson’s on a mission to rebel against all levels of authority, including a difficult diner waitress.