A Bug's Life Links: 2-Disc Collector's Edition DVD | DVD Review | Hopper in Disney Villains Countdown | Pixar - Other Animated Films, 22) Shang, Mulan (1998) 40 Actors You Completely Forgot Voiced Disney Characters. - LizzieMcGuire And it's not hard to see why. Animator: Alex Kupershmidt Pixar roles included! He won Princess Atta's love, acceptance by all other ants, became highly admired by Dot, and even invented a tool to help the ants gather food! Simba is one of the bravest characters in Disney History or cinema history! Perhaps it's because modern characters are more fleshed out compared to one-dimensional male leads of early Disney or maybe flawed, imperfect personalities are more appealing in this age of postmodernity. His growth as a person comes to a conclusion when he realizes that an immortal life of bliss and leisure can not compare what he has on earth. The word "hero" conjures up the image of a brave and valiant warrior, one with physical strength to conquer evil and the courage to do it without batting an eye. google_color_border = "000000"; Woody is a great character because he comes to realize what is important in life and lives accordingly. Still, he proves to be one thing that Lilo can count on. As a woman, I can tell you for free that we thrive in affirmation. - Aaron Wallace That, and he's the only hero to trick the villain into defeating himself!" Fix-It Felix, Jr. - The hero who can fix anything from Ralph's game. Flik, the slim protagonist of Pixar's second film, does not meet this image. Have you noticed that most Disney villains have queer characteristics?. Disney's fifth animated film is all about the growth of one deer, so it's not surprising that viewers are left with such a strong impression of the title character Bambi. Early on, he claims bravery as his hallmark and soon thereafter, it's tested in a way that stuck with him and with the audience forever. "After trying to take over Christmas and ruining it, he made up for it in the end." across as a believable person and someone who would be fun to spend some time Throughout the film Marlin shows that he is quite capable of saving his son on his own, and he obviously does in the heart-warming finale. UltimateDisney.com's Countdowns reflect upon the Walt Disney canon, nearly eighty years worth of cinema, and honor the greatest achievements out of it all. Voice: Robby Benson "Hawaiian Rollercoaster Ride" in Songs Countdown | Lilo & Stitch 2: Stitch Has a Glitch, 15) Tramp, Lady and the Tramp (1955) Is it because most of Disney’s premise is made on fairy tales hence having many princesses and queens and not enough prince charming’s? 9) Prince Phillip, Sleeping Beauty (1959) The good-looking guy who woos the beautiful lady might be one to envy, but Smith comes across as caring, compelling, and willing to discover the many things he's yet to learn. Voice: Bill Shirley 's beer-drinking seem gentle. Experiment 626 is not, as Lilo first suspects, a dog. Everybody wanted a Buzz Lightyear doll despite there being low numbers made. This list of Disney bad guys are featured as official Disney villains in Disney productions. Voice: Albert Brooks Voice: Craig T. Nelson Though he means well with his innovative seed-picking invention, it is this creation which causes the central conflict between the ants and the grasshoppers. Beauty and the Beast Links: Diamond Edition Blu-ray + DVD Review | Platinum Edition DVD | DIScussions: Beauty and the Beast | Beauty and the Beast in Animated Classics Countdown | "Something There" in Songs Countdown | Gaston in Villains Countdown | Animated Classics, 2) Simba, The Lion King (1994) 101 Dalmatians Links: DVD Review | Limited Issue DVD (out of print / Platinum Edition in 2007) | Cruella De Vil in Disney Villains Countdown | Animated Classics Page - Aaron Wallace It features audition songs from the works of one particular animation and theatre production company. - Aaron Wallace An experiment who escaped, Stitch ending up in Lilo's life was just the thing they both needed. He's strong, good looking, sensitive, and he can swing through the trees to rescue you." The Hunchback of Notre Dame Links: DVD Review | DVD | "Out There" in Songs Countdown | Hunchback in Animated Classics Countdown | Judge Frollo in Villains Countdown | Animated Classics Page, 6) Tarzan, Tarzan (1999) The whole premise of a boy never growing up leads to a somewhat complex character (being simultaneously good and bad), and Disney's Peter fulfills this as he is both a hero being there for his friends yet also immature thanks to being stuck in boyhood for all time. Would they see a poor boy? Its easier to make the girl characters sweet and nice while you make the boys bad and mean. 3) Beast, Beauty and the Beast (1991) But Stitch speaks, sort of, and he seems to have a number of powers in his arsenal. In my eyes they are still living on earth climbing the stairs of the World Trade Center towers to save that one last person." "Robbed from the rich to help the poor; most definitely courageous!" Animator: John Pomeroy "Peter Pan (both in J.M. 21) John Smith, Pocahontas (1995) Voices: Walt Disney, James MacDonald, Wayne Allwine "There's some quality to Aladdin's character that causes everyone, or at least the male portion of the population, to identify with him. - RJKD23 Animators: Frank Thomas, Ollie Johnston Mickey Mouse Links (Reviews and More): Mickey Mouse in Living Color, Vol. Some of these characters make good role models because they are kind, have genuinely good hearts, they are protective of their loved ones, are honest, and they are loyal friends. Later in the film, divers take his small son, Nemo, and Marlin is understandably worried and scared. Everybody wanted a Buzz Lightyear doll despite there being low numbers made. Singing Voice: Danny Elfman Voices: Tate Donovan (Adult), Joshua Keaton (Young), Roger Bart (singing) 2) Simba, The Lion King (1994) We've seen Aladdin, the interchangable Prince Charming, and Peter Pan be brought to life by animators and actors in a number of interesting ways, but Disney's Robin Hood is my pick for the most interesting of Disney's literary character to film adaptations. Characters who are robots or machines do not apply to this category because they cannot be biologically male. Aladdin learns his lesson, and all turns out well for this future monarch." Animator: James Baxter Animator: Les Clark TWO THUMBS UP FOR SIMBA! Singing Voice: Danny Elfman - RJKD23 This persona (since, toned down) has carried over well into such triumphs as The Sorcer's Apprentice (Fantasia's most memorable segment), featurette-length shorts including Mickey and the Beanstalk and Mickey's Christmas Carol, TV series, and finally his first single-narrative feature, last year's direct-to-video outing Mickey, Donald, Goofy: The Three Musketeers. google_ad_type = "text_image"; google_ad_width = 120; From his rise from the slums of life to his quest to get the girl to his efforts to defend her and figure himself out on the way, Aladdin is a strong protagonist and proves himself heroic in the face of everyone's least favorite vizier, Jafar." The results were so hot, they would melt your heart. On watching Toy Story again recently, I have come to the conclusion of why these dolls were so rare; Buzz rocks! They live in giant man caves, they got the worst toys, and they don’t have a care in the world. Therefore, critics, bloggers, and features out there are not talking about the good guys on Disney. Animator: Glen Keane These are characters who are always brave and who have performed many acts or deeds of heroism. "Incredible strength that saved the world and his family." This principled and esteemed furry blue monster soon becomes a father figure for Boo, the little human girl who wanders on to the other side of her bedroom closet. 101 Dalmatians Links: DVD Review | Limited Issue DVD (out of print / Platinum Edition in 2007) | Cruella De Vil in Disney Villains Countdown | Animated Classics Page, 23) Flik, A Bug's Life (1998) He was once a prince but had been transformed into a monster for his mean ways. - Joe (Wonderlicious) Sulley is the quintessential hero. In the Disney princess movies, the princes are distinguished as the heroes. The connection between girl and extraterrestrial is not unlike a lonely boy and a faithful dog, a relationship seen in many a family film (and many a Disney film). Test your Disney knowledge or simply discover your inner Elsa. Being overprotective and a bit worrisome leads Nemo to vanish having just uttered the three words that must wrench a parent's heart ("I hate you"). "He was able to bring peace on the newfound land. Voice: John Goodman There's the eccentric dog Nana, the bitchy fairy Tinker Bell, and the wicked yet equally wussy Captain Hook. Hercules helped define a true hero in an age where the title of hero is filled with imposters. The Hunchback of Notre Dame Links: DVD Review | DVD | "Out There" in Songs Countdown | Hunchback in Animated Classics Countdown | Judge Frollo in Villains Countdown | Animated Classics Page It’s sad that patriarchy happened effortlessly, some men abused that, and now we have very many active women empowerment movements and not enough movements for male empowerment. The bad guys seem to be having so much fun. Jack Skellington causes more trouble than he solves, which may make him seem an unlikely hero candidate. He reminds me of my Dad. I think of all the dogs Disney created, Pongo deserves a place in the top 25 heroines!" © Disney/Pixar. "In my view, Hercules exeplifies what a true hero is made of. The main character, Peter Pan himself, is probably the most endearing of all. - Disney's Divinity "Timon/Pumba fan" on Buzz Lightear: "To Infinity and Beyond!" Some people are even predicting that the future will be a matriarchy. Peter Pan Links: DVD Review | Special Edition DVD (out of print) | Finding Neverland DVD Review | "You Can Fly!" Sulley is the quintessential hero. From his error comes a chance to be heroic, though no one actually expects him to return with insects that will defend Ant Island from Hopper and his thugs. Back to Disney group. A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z "Robbed from the rich to help the poor; most definitely courageous!" Went shopping at the bazaar. Jack Skellington causes more trouble than he solves, which may make him seem an unlikely hero candidate. "In a country where divorce and parents walking out on a family is common, Jim is undeniably a dynamic character for me. "I don't know how the female audience responds to the boy who would never grow up, but I've found that there seems to be a kindred spirit shared between all boys, men, what have you, and Peter Pan. - RJKD23 He's extremely clumsy and a bit of a geek. Wong himself. Beautifully animated by Glen Keane and given a voice by the wonderful Robby Benson, both helped to develop his fully dimensional personality, making him sympathetic, dramatic and interesting. - Prince Eric Animator: John Pomeroy Although viewers don’t learn a much about most of the princes we do see them save the princesses in … He isn't a hero by talent, he's a hero by training. "Aladdin found a genie, became a Prince, found his true love, defeated the enemy Jafar. Bambi Links: Interview with Don Dunagan, voice of Bambi | Platinum Edition DVD Review | Buy the DVD | Bambi in Animated Classics Countdown | Man, the Villain of Bambi | Classics 18) Jim Hawkins, Treasure Planet (2002) His universality makes him the perfect figure to associate with "Disney" at large, and his heroic qualities are an unforgettable part of his lasting legacy. When circumstances call for Eric to be brave, he responds by facing off with Ursula. Why, it was a miracle! Sleeping Beauty Links: DVD Review | 2-Disc Special Edition (out of print) | Sleeping Beauty in Animated Classics Countdown | "Once Upon a Dream" in Songs Countdown | Maleficent in Villains Countdown | Animated Classics Home He's not the strongest guy in the Disney cannon, but he has the heart to triumph over them all. - Prince Eric He was once a prince but had been transformed into a monster for his mean ways. "Many Disney heroes and heroines have been borrowed from classic literature. Aladdin learns his lesson, and all turns out well for this future monarch." 16) Stitch, Lilo & Stitch (2002) 25) Jack Skellington, The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) He even saved her and helped her realize that a family can come in all shapes and sizes." Among those absent from the Top 25 Heroes list are Old Yeller, Herbie the Love Bug, Pinocchio, Davy Crockett, Dexter Riley, and Dumbo. Well, many obviously could as the Beast of Disney's Beauty and the Beast is now one of Disney's most beloved characters. He's playful, sometimes mischevious but always well-meaning. I think of all the dogs Disney created, Pongo deserves a place in the top 25 heroines!" Contents of this website may NOT be copied in any form without permission. Unlike Quasimodo, Tarzan and King Arthur, who all stayed human like in the texts they originated from, Robin Hood becomes a fox. While ultimately, the film and triumph belong to the title character (his fellow soldier and potential love interest), Shang illustrates how his good qualities extend beyond athletic prowess in his ability to respect and spare Mulan. I have been a writer since 2012, and have enjoyed the journey thus far. Buzz Lightear google_color_link = "0000CC"; "As the main star of 2002's Treasure Planet, Jim Hawkins travels the galaxy in search of a foretold treasure and befriends a conniving cyborg. "If only they'd look closer. At first his passion is fame, fortune, and success which makes up the attributes of many heros of today (sports players, movie stars). Woody is a great character because he comes to realize what is important in life and lives accordingly. "Tramp is a streetwise rounder who knows how to give Lady (and the other females dogs in the area) a good time. Had it not been for bravery or his creative thinking, Cruella would still have the puppies! Jack Sparrow, Baloo, Mufasa, Bernard, Basil of Baker Street, Goofy, Dumbo, Dash. He aptly conveys Sulley's ability to be both frighteningly forceful and like a big teddy bear who is worthy of Boo's endearing nickname "Kitty." Toy Story Links: 10th Anniversary Edition DVD Press Release | Preorder the 10th Anniversary Edition DVD | Toy Story & Toy Story 2: The Ultimate Toy Box DVD Review | Sid in Villains Countdown | "You've Got a Friend in Me" in Songs Countdown | The Pixar DVDs Whenever I think of this movie, I always remember that boy who truly risked his life for the one he loved: Megara. Barrie's original story and the Disney version) features a number of endearing personalities. 2 | Mickey, Donald, Goofy: The Three Musketeers | Fun and Fancy Free | The Fantasia Anthology | Classic Cartoon Favorites: Starring Mickey | Mickey and the Beanstalk | Mickey's Around the World in 80 Days | The Mickey Mouse Club: Week One | Pete in Villains Countdown | Fantasia in Animated Classics Countdown Although his reputation leaves much to be desired, Tramp follows through when help is needed and makes his way into the Jim Dear/Darling household." This was a hard category, but I picked Aladdin because he The studio's tendency to avoid hiring A-list actors to attract audiences led to the inspired casting of Dave Foley, who for five seasons played a similarly unexpected 'hero' amidst the chaos of WNYX in the brilliant workplace sitcom "NewsRadio." Pongo is a dog who is always eager to please, whether it is finding a mate for his pet Roger, or impressing the beautiful Perdita who he has his eye on. He exhibits the virtues of goodness, kindness, and friendship. Disney knows this so they will keep making bad guys who sell in merchandise. That, to me, is what true love is, even if not returned. While his dearly departed teacher may be sorely missing from the Heroines list, Bambi rightly takes his place among the most potent protagonists of Disney cinema. Despite being admired by the men of the Virginia Company, Captain John Smith feels like he's never really fit in anywhere. When he discovers Silver is just using him as a way to get to the treasure, Jim's feeling of betrayal is seen and understood. - RJKD23 Sure, Flik messed up big time in the beginning and did even worse when choosing performing bugs to 'fight' off the grasshoppers, but the end result? As you can tell from the graphic above, Shang achieves that mold of physically fit specimen. Maleficent may have been mocking Prince Phillip when she spoke these words, but with the help of three fairies heroic in their own right, "our hero," as he is called, arises to prove those words true. When circumstances call for Eric to be brave, he responds by facing off with Ursula. "True love conquers all." His entire life is devoted to making Andy happy and keeping the other toys safe. You can check out these few ones that I came across. By Kelly Allen and Gregory E. Miller. TWO THUMBS UP FOR SIMBA! King Candy - The king of Sugar Rush with less than knightly intentions. The ruling powers agree that his plan to find tough warrior bugs in the city is as good as any punishment they can devise. This was a hard category, but I picked Aladdin because he This principled and esteemed furry blue monster soon becomes a father figure for Boo, the little human girl who wanders on to the other side of her bedroom closet. If that didn't happen, we'd never get to see all 101 Dalmatians! He is the guy who As we continue to social distance amid this COVID 19 pandemic, I have been watching my little kids pick roles from TV for their little games and I could not help but notice that little boys go for the villain roles while the girls go for the sweet princess roles. - snowhite8 Speaking Voice: Chris Sarandon But Stitch speaks, sort of, and he seems to have a number of powers in his arsenal. Voice: Tom Hulce See also Category:Heroines for heroic female characters. "As the main star of 2002's Treasure Planet, Jim Hawkins travels the galaxy in search of a foretold treasure and befriends a conniving cyborg. His development from innocent fawn is rapidly advanced when he loses his mother in the film's unforgettably heartbreaking central sequence. Heroic male characters from Disney productions. Having already determined the best animated classics, live action films, songs, and villains in previous countdowns, visitors were asked to decide upon the next subject earlier this year. Simply the World’s Most Interesting Travel Site. One hundred sixty-two heroes were nominated, ranging from Walt Disney's first undeniable cartoon star (Mickey Mouse) to Benjamin Franklin Gates of the still-in-some-theaters blockbuster National Treasure. 6) Tarzan, Tarzan (1999) When I am not busy writing like there's no tomorrow, I enjoy spending time with my three daughters and watching Netflix. google_color_bg = "F2F9FF"; Perhaps it's because modern characters are more fleshed out compared to one-dimensional male leads of early Disney or maybe flawed, imperfect personalities are more appealing in this age of postmodernity. His love for Pocahontas was so strong and witnessed by others, even Percy and Meeko found peace with each other! From his rise from the slums of life to his quest to get the girl to his efforts to defend her and figure himself out on the way, Aladdin is a strong protagonist and proves himself heroic in the face of everyone's least favorite vizier, Jafar." "Prince Phillip fits the iconic image of a hero to the letter. Voices: Walt Disney, James MacDonald, Wayne Allwine "'From zero to hero'; Herc proved that he was strong without the god powers and even saved the soul of his true love Meg *sigh*." Voice: Christopher Daniel Barnes - RJKD23 When you make movies where good must trump evil most of the time, the bad guys get so much fame for being bad and they seem to like it. He's a faithful, record-setting employee at Monsters, Inc. and well-liked by all of his co-workers, especially his best friend Mike. Speaking Voice: B.D. - RJKD23 Toy Story Links: 10th Anniversary Edition DVD Press Release | Preorder the 10th Anniversary Edition DVD | Toy Story & Toy Story 2: The Ultimate Toy Box DVD Review | "Strange Things" in Disney Songs Countdown | Sid in Villains Countdown | The Pixar DVDs, 7) Quasimodo, The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1996) Furthermore, he has wit, grace, and a nice singing voice. Voice: Joseph Gordon-Levitt Links: 2-Disc Collector's Edition DVD | Randall in Villains Countdown | Pixar / Other Animation | Pixar DVDs "Tooo infinity...and beyond!" - Aaron Wallace Had it not been for bravery or his creative thinking, Cruella would still have the puppies! Taffyta Muttonfudge - A racer who bullies Venellope may be just a toy, but he is one of the most coolest heroes of all time! Misunderstandings abound, Smith is prone to prejudice like his fellow Englishmen and the natives who too are suspicious. That's why ever since the movie came out I've wanted a Buzz Lightear! A Bug's Life Links: 2-Disc Collector's Edition DVD | DVD Review | Hopper in Disney Villains Countdown | Pixar - Other Animated Films Although he loved her, he didn't throw a temper tantrum when he found out she loved another. Animator: Mark Henn (Young), Ruben Aquino (Adult) - Aaron Wallace That's why ever since the movie came out I've wanted a Buzz Lightear! We have all had experiences that have metaphorically thrown us off of the bed, so we can all relate to his struggle to adapt to Buzz Lightyear's entrance into his life. Prince Phillip, Sleeping Beauty (1959) Voice: Bill Shirley. "There's some quality to Aladdin's character that causes everyone, or at least the male portion of the population, to identify with him. Robin Hood Links: DVD Review | Gold Collection DVD | Prince John in Villains Countdown | "Love" in Songs Countdown 23) Flik, A Bug's Life (1998) He's not the strongest guy in the Disney cannon, but he has the heart to triumph over them all. No siree, they'd find out there's so much more to me.… And very modest too! "True love conquers all." - Aaron Wallace Mickey may be more well-known as a cultural icon than a film star, but the likable mouse has been "the good guy" of many a Disney cartoon in his nearly eighty years of existence. Many Disney characters capture the essence of childhood but few do so more effectively, The Lion King Links: DVD Review | The Lion King in Animated Classics Countdown | "I Just Can't Wait To Be King" in Songs Countdown | The Lion King II: Simba's Pride | Scar in Villains Countdown | The Lion King 1½ | The Lion King Merchandise and DVDs Around the World Animator: Ruben Aquino The connection between girl and extraterrestrial is not unlike a lonely boy and a faithful dog, a relationship seen in many a family film (and many a Disney film). He aptly conveys Sulley's ability to be both frighteningly forceful and like a big teddy bear who is worthy of Boo's endearing nickname "Kitty." Singing Voice: Donny Osmond 19) Sulley, Monsters, Inc. (2001) Young Simba's Voice: Jonathan Taylor Thomas (speaking), Jason Weaver (singing) The world’s most powerful genius. However, Jack's heart is in the right place. Animators: Andreas Deja (Adult), Randy Haycock (Young) Experiment 626 is not, as Lilo first suspects, a dog. Top this off with great animation, and you've got Peter Pan, a truly great Disney hero." Sergeant Calhoun - A kick butt fighter with a tragic backstory. On the way, he has to deal with John Silver, who takes on a sort of father figure that was never present in his life. Tarzan Links: DVD Review | 2-Disc Collector's Edition DVD (out of print) | Tarzan in Animated Classics Countdown | "You'll Be In My Heart" in Songs Countdown | Clayton in Villains Countdown | Animated Classics Incredible(a.k.a Bob Par): Mr. No doubt, there are many similar people out there in the real world, so Jim being able to defeat his tragic past and be a success to himself calls out to those who've done the same."
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