While the specific scenario of a character trying to murder their creator to become the protagonist is quite rare, there are instances of characters in various media becoming aware of their fictional nature and attempting to subvert or escape their predetermined destinies. Here are a few examples:
- "Stranger Than Fiction" (2006) - This film features a character named Harold Crick who begins to hear a narrator describing his life. He realizes he is a character in a novel and tries to change his fate. While he doesn't aim to murder the author, the film explores the idea of a character's awareness of their fictional existence.
- "The Truman Show" (1998) - In this film, Truman Burbank gradually becomes aware that his entire life is a reality TV show. He seeks to escape the controlled environment in which he lives, effectively rebelling against the show's creator.
- "Deadpool" (Comic Books/Films) - Deadpool, the Marvel Comics character, is known for his self-awareness and breaking the fourth wall. While he doesn't attempt to murder his creators, he often interacts with readers and makes meta-commentaries about his existence as a fictional character.
- "Existenz" (1999) - This film by David Cronenberg explores the blurred line between reality and fiction in the context of virtual reality gaming. The characters in the story grapple with the idea that they may not have control over their own actions.
These examples touch on themes of characters becoming aware of their fictional nature and trying to change or escape their predetermined roles in their respective narratives. However, the specific scenario of a character attempting to murder their creator to become the protagonist remains quite unconventional and is not commonly explored in mainstream media due to its dark and complex nature.