Lord Barkis Bittern is the true main antagonist of Corpse Bride. He’s a wealthy newcomer who pretends to marry wealthy young girls then murders them so he can steal their fortune.
He’s voiced by Richard E. Grant.
Background[]
Personality[]
Barkis Bittern's personality is a sophisticated, cowardly, malicious man who always has his eye on an evil plan to get whatever he wants, even if he has to fight for it. He is also incredibly selfish and greedy as he murders for more fortune of only himself.
Physical Appearance[]
Barkis is a 41-year-old slender man with a large chin, white slick hair, and wears a black cutaway with white collar pushed upside, a bowtie, gray pants and black shoes.
As a zombie, his skin is bright blue and his eyes become gaunt.
Role in the film[]
He was responsible for Emily's death, whom he murdered in order to steal her dowry. Bittern attempted to repeat this pattern with Victoria Everglot, but was stopped by Victor Van Dort, Victoria's fiance. Emily then orders Barkis out of the church, but he drinks poisoned wine before going and becomes undead. The other zombies then overwhelm him and he pays the price for his crimes.