DC: All 6 Deathstroke actors ranked from worst to best

Arrow -- "Deathstroke Returns" -- Image AR605b_0253b.jpg -- Pictured: Manu Bennett as Slade Wilson/Deathstroke -- Photo: Cate Cameron/The CW -- © 2017 The CW Network, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Arrow -- "Deathstroke Returns" -- Image AR605b_0253b.jpg -- Pictured: Manu Bennett as Slade Wilson/Deathstroke -- Photo: Cate Cameron/The CW -- © 2017 The CW Network, LLC. All Rights Reserved. /
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3. Ron Perlman

Ron Perlman’s performance as Deathstroke in the Teen Titans animated series was nothing short of exceptional. Perlman brought a unique blend of menace, gravitas, and subtlety to the character, delivering a performance that was both chilling and captivating.

Perlman’s deep and gravelly voice lent itself perfectly to the role of Deathstroke, adding an air of authority and danger to every line he spoke. He was able to convey the character’s ruthlessness with a few well-placed inflections, making Deathstroke an imposing figure that was not to be trifled with.

What made Perlman’s performance truly stand out, however, was the nuance he brought to the character. Despite his evil deeds, Perlman’s Deathstroke was not a one-dimensional villain. He was a complex character with a tragic backstory, and Perlman was able to convey the character’s conflicted emotions with great skill.

Perlman’s performance as Deathstroke in Teen Titans was a masterclass in voice acting. He brought so much to the character in making him a layered figure and voicing the pitfalls of the character turning into a one-dimensional villain. It’s no wonder that his portrayal of Deathstroke is considered one of the highlights of the series, and a fan favorite among viewers.