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The Princess and the Frog -- Disney’s glorious return to classic, 2D (musical!) animation -- comes out this week (December 11th). To celebrate, I thought it would be fun to make a list of the Top Ten best Disney villains ever. Yup, this is what I did. I have no shame. Villains in Disney movies are arguably more important than the main heroes (or heroines) that drive the story. As much as I love Aladdin and Ariel, what kind of movie would Aladdin and The Little Mermaid be without Jafar and Ursula? When new Disney movies come out, people are dying (pun intended) to know whether the movie’s antagonist will join the ranks of the all-time classic villains. Will evil voodoo priest Dr. Facilier from The Princess and the Frog be a memorable villain? (From what I hear, the answer is a resounding yes!) I guess we’ll all find out this Friday. We all will find out, right? You all plan to go and support this movie so more 2D Disney movies are made, right? RIGHT? Here are my picks for the ten best Disney villains ... EVER! ---------- 10. The Hunter (Bambi)
The Hunter is barely seen and has a ridiculously small part in Bambi. But (SPOILER!), he is responsible for shooting poor Bambi’s mom in the face. I actually get teary-eyed every time I think of that tragic scene. It is one of the saddest and most shocking moments in any movie. The Hunter is a giant asshole. ---------- 9. Stromboli (Pinocchio)
Pinocchio is one of the most underrated Disney movies of all time -- it is an absolute masterpiece. And Stromboli is totally underappreciated as the film’s main villain. But think about it. He kidnaps Pinocchio, forces him to star in his puppet show, locks him in a cage, abuses him, and threatens to turn the sad wooden hero into firewood. SO CREEPY! ---------- 8. Hades (Hercules)
To this day, no other villain has made me laugh more. James Woods’ performance as Hades in Hercules is completely classic. ---------- 7. Si & Am (Lady and the Tramp)
I had a Siamese cat in college named Oscar and he was the sweetest, cutest cat ever. Si & Am -- the two Siamese cats from Lady and the Tramp -- are not. They are creepy, unbelievably mean, and kind of a little awesome for it. Also, “We are Siamese if you please ... “ ---------- 6. Cruella de Vil (101 Dalmations)
What a bitch! Seriously. Not only is Cruella de Vil crazy-looking, she actually kills little puppies and uses their skin to make fur coats. She kills puppies and uses their skin to make fur coats! Out of control. ---------- 5. Scar (The Lion King)
Scar is as devious as he is amazing. Never mind the fact that he is voiced by the incomparable Jeremy Irons. Scar is such an ass to hero Simba (worst uncle EVER!) and he pushes his own brother into a pack of stampeding wildebeests, killing him. And then he blames everything on his own nephew -- a nephew he then tries to murder! God, he is a dick. ---------- 4. Ursula (The Little Mermaid)
Ursula is evil, don’t get me wrong, but what I love about her the most is her look. I just adore the fact that she is an octopus -- the way her eight tentacles slither and crawl around her throughout the entire movie is ridiculously cool and super creepy. Ursula also excels as Vanessa, the human form she takes when she tries to seduce Prince Eric. ---------- 3. Jafar (Aladdin)
For a skinny, weak vizier to the Sultan of Agrabah, Jafar is a badass. He does whatever he can do destroy Aladdin and marry Jasmine. And while that would normally make me hate him, he does it with such style and ... badass-ness that I can’t help but admire the guy. Plus, the red genie he turns into at the end of Aladdin is the best final form of any Disney villain since ... ---------- 2. Maleficent (Sleeping Beauty)
Out of all the Disney villains, Maleficent may be the most “classic.” As just mentioned, her final villain form is ridiculously amazing. She turns into a huge, towering dragon that really is one of the coolest things of all time. Maleficent also just looks cool, with her horned headpiece and magical staff/raven accessory. There is a reason she is the primary villain in PlayStation 2 classic Kingdom Hearts. ---------- 1. Gaston (Beauty and the Beast)
Although Disney villains are awesome, most of them are given less than exciting songs (if any song at all). That is completely not the case with Gaston -- his rousing, hilarious theme may be the best song in masterpiece Beauty and the Beast (“And every last inch of me’s covered with hair!” is the best line from any Disney song). But even looking past that, Gaston is still the greatest villain of all time. He is smarmy, ruthless, rude, vicious, and heartless all at the same time. He is such a cocky bastard ... but I love him for it. Gaston will always be Disney’s biggest douchebag. He has moments that will make you laugh, and others that will genuinely terrify you. ---------- So, what do you think? Do you agree with my picks? Who are your favorite Disney villains of all time? THERE ARE SO MANY GOOD ONES! And remember to go see The Princess and the Frog this Friday (12/11)! Let’s all support this wonderful movie and make sure the era of classic Disney 2D animation never comes to an end.
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I didn't count Pixar villains, although they are all totally great, Sid included! :)
Also Jafar.
Just kidding. The mere fact that this list exists makes up for it. :D
"You shall have your reward... YOUR ETERNAL REWARD."
That part still gives me chills.
Can’t wait to see how Disneys return to 2D turns out, you know, beyond the straight to DVD 2D movies like Peter Pan 4: Tinkerbell’s revenge.
Also, hate to be THAT guy, but isn't it Ariel instead of Aerial? No offense intended Chad.
I hated the hunter in Bambi... I cried too when Bambi's mom died.
... and Gaston makes a great number 1! (Beauty and the Beast is still my favorite!)
Chernabog
Oh, oops. That was a typo. Fixed! Thanks! :)
Seriously, Clayton's death is just brutal http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H2uoSPp2r1Y
Also, no one, not even the other Disney villians, can <verb> like Gaston. It's a fact.
Chad how could you not include Percival McLeach from The Rescuers Down Under? That was one diabolical motherfucker that totally didn't bat an eye at killing a small child!
As they scurry away, he turns to one of his archers and casually asks "How many men does it take to deliver a message?" The bowstring is already drawn tight.
Yeah, maybe you're right. Pinocchio is such a great movie. :)
Also James Woods :D
Oh. My. God. I am getting such an artist boner right now.
And shit, that comes out THIS weekend? Crap...I was gonna surprise my girlfriend by taking her to see Boondock Saints 2 (sequel to one of her favorite movies ever), but she's been so OMG CAN'T WAIT about this movie (As have I, though Rapunzel seems more my thing, DON'T JUDGE) that we may just go see this instead...or maybe both. Who knows. Charming Disney return-to-form followed by gratuitous Irish murderfest? Why not!
1) Starts as a normal asshole, undoubtedly the villain, but not truly evil. Yet.
2) Slowly becomes consumed and driven mad by a single goal, turning them more and more into a fully evil villain.
3) Sings the single greatest song in any Disney film EVER.
Ladies and gentlemen I present for your consideration the true greatest Disney villain of all time. Claude Frollo from The Hunchback of Notre Dame.
:)
SO EXCITED that you put him at number one! Cause, you know, in town there's only she.....who is beautiful AS ME! :D
1-Is it just me or does Hades lines and body language make him sound like a Used Car Sales man?
2- Has Scar always had that scar? What was his name before then? I would go evil too if I had a painful scar on my face that people reminded me about everyday and refused to call me my real name.
Perhaps to date, the best looking thing I've seen in HD yet.
By far the best part of Hercules was Hades.
I decided to not include Pixar and just focus on Disney's 2D stuff. :)
Also, I really want to see the new movie.
My favorites are Jafar, Scar, and Hades, EASILY.