The 100 Best Disney Animated Characters Of All Time
Vote up your favorite animated characters from Disney movies and cartoons.
This ultimate list ranking the best Disney animated characters is a love letter from fans to the fairytale legends that have captivated hearts for generations. From brave heroes and hilarious sidekicks to enticing villains and enchanting princesses, Disney’s cartoon universe is teeming with unforgettable characters. In curating this ranking, our team took into account factors such as each character’s unique appeal, iconic status, and impact on pop culture. We’ve also incorporated votes and opinions from thousands of Disney aficionados, making this list a genuine crowd-sourced gem.
Mickey Mouse, the endearing face of the franchise, obviously tops this list of most famous Disney animated characters. Simba, the young lion who taught us about bravery in The Lion King, and the fast-talking, lovable Genie from Aladdin are some fan favorites from Disney classics. Popular female characters and Disney Princesses include Belle, the daring and intelligent book lover from Beauty and the Beast; Mulan, the heroic figure who broke stereotypes; and the fearless and ambitious Moana. This list also features timeless villains like Scar (The Lion King) and Ursula (The Little Mermaid); and good protagonists like Winnie-the-Pooh and Cinderella. Each character has a unique charm and a captivating story, making them unforgettable.
We invite and encourage you to be a part of this ranking process. Help us celebrate Disney’s animated legacy by voting for your top Disney characters and see how they fare in the rankings. Whether it’s the courageous, like Mulan, or the compassionate, like Snow White, or even the comical, like Timon and Pumbaa, your votes matter.
This list is an engaging trip down memory lane for the young and the young at heart. So delve into this magical world and start voting for your favorite Disney animated characters. After all, many of these characters, with their stories of adventure, friendship, love, and coming of age, have shaped our childhoods and continue to inspire us. Prepare to revisit these beloved characters and relive their unforgettable journeys.
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Genie
Aladdin, The Return of Jafar, Aladdin and the King of ThievesThe incomparable Robin Williams gives one of the greatest performances of all time as the titular Genie, a rip-roaring joke-delivering side-splitting machine with a heart of gold who not only makes us cry with laughter but cry in one of the most heartfelt and moving performances in Disney history.
- Played By: Robin Williams, John Leguizamo
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Simba
The Lion King, The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride, The Lion King 1 1/2The ups and downs that audiences traverse in the story of The Lion King are made all the more powerful thanks to the incredible, heartfelt, and powerful performance of the film’s main character, Simba. Watching him grow from a naive child to a powerful and regal leader is as rewarding as any journey Disney has ever created.
- Played By: Cam Clarke, Matthew Broderick, Jonathan Taylor Thomas
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Donald Duck
Disney’s House of Mouse, Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, Quack PackOne of the first animated characters Disney has ever made, right alongside Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck is an outstanding member of the Fab 5 and one of the most adored characters in Disney history for good reason, he an incredible laugh riot who’s down on his luck personal everyone can see within themselves at least one time in their life, but he never lets that hold him down.
- Played By: Tony Anselmo, Tony Anselmo, Clarence Nash
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Stitch
Lilo & Stitch, Lilo & Stitch 2: Stitch Has a Glitch, Stitch! The MovieFrom the second Stitch was introduced by Walt Disney Animation Studios, the world knew that this character was going to be unlike anything they had ever seen. Mischievous, out-of-control, and surprisingly evil, Stitch’s character development is what makes him such a beloved figure, and his story is as tragic as it is heartwarming, helping him become a beloved figure in the studio.
- Played By: Koichi Yamadera, Chris Sanders
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Mickey Mouse
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, Disney’s House of Mouse, Walt Disney’s Wonderful World of ColorThere is a reason Mickey Mouse is the face of the Walt Disney Company. The first character ever brought to life by the studio, nearly 100 years after his first appearance, Mickey is still as recognizable, beloved, and as important a figure in mainstream pop culture today as he was when he was first created.
- Played By: Bret Iwan, Walt Disney, Wayne Allwine, Walt Disney, Wayne Allwine
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Belle
Beauty and the Beast, Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas, Beauty and the Beast: Belle’s Magical WorldA brilliant, independent, strong woman who proved to be an exemplary role model for children of all ages, Belle shines as one of the most important characters Disney has ever created. From her selflessness, her willingness to accept people for who they are, and her tenacity to do what is right, Belle gives hope to the hopeless and lifts up all those around her.
- Played By: Paige O’Hara
Genie
The incomparable Robin Williams gives one of the greatest performances of all time as the titular Genie, a rip-roaring joke-delivering side-splitting machine with a heart of gold who not only makes us cry with laughter but cry in one of the most heartfelt and moving performances in Disney history.
- Played By: Robin Williams, John Leguizamo
Simba
The ups and downs that audiences traverse in the story of The Lion King are made all the more powerful thanks to the incredible, heartfelt, and powerful performance of the film’s main character, Simba. Watching him grow from a naive child to a powerful and regal leader is as rewarding as any journey Disney has ever created.
- Played By: Cam Clarke, Matthew Broderick, Jonathan Taylor Thomas
Donald Duck
One of the first animated characters Disney has ever made, right alongside Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck is an outstanding member of the Fab 5 and one of the most adored characters in Disney history for good reason, he an incredible laugh riot who’s down on his luck personal everyone can see within themselves at least one time in their life, but he never lets that hold him down.
- Played By: Tony Anselmo, Tony Anselmo, Clarence Nash
Stitch
From the second Stitch was introduced by Walt Disney Animation Studios, the world knew that this character was going to be unlike anything they had ever seen. Mischievous, out-of-control, and surprisingly evil, Stitch’s character development is what makes him such a beloved figure, and his story is as tragic as it is heartwarming, helping him become a beloved figure in the studio.
- Played By: Koichi Yamadera, Chris Sanders
Mickey Mouse
There is a reason Mickey Mouse is the face of the Walt Disney Company. The first character ever brought to life by the studio, nearly 100 years after his first appearance, Mickey is still as recognizable, beloved, and as important a figure in mainstream pop culture today as he was when he was first created.
- Played By: Bret Iwan, Walt Disney, Wayne Allwine, Walt Disney, Wayne Allwine
Belle
A brilliant, independent, strong woman who proved to be an exemplary role model for children of all ages, Belle shines as one of the most important characters Disney has ever created. From her selflessness, her willingness to accept people for who they are, and her tenacity to do what is right, Belle gives hope to the hopeless and lifts up all those around her.
- Played By: Paige O’Hara
