Funniest Cartoon Characters of All Time

1. Homer Simpson (The Simpsons)

   

   Homer Jay Simpson is the main protagonist of the American animated television series The Simpsons, serving as the patriarch of the eponymous family. It is implied that he is not very intelligent, with a crayon stuck in his brain often cited as the reason. He works at the Springfield Nuclear Power Plant... read more

   He's iconic for a reason. He did the dumb cartoon dad first and, in my humble opinion, best by far. He has uttered some of the funniest lines in television history, and they're all within his character:

   "The lesson is, never try."

   "I believe that children are our future. Unless we stop them now."

   "Operator! Give me the number for 911!"

   "I've gone back in time to when dinosaurs weren't just confined to zoos."

   "Now Bart, since you broke Grandpa's teeth, he gets to break yours."

   "I can't even say the word 'titmouse' without giggling like a schoolgirl."

   "No TV and no beer makes Homer something something."

   I could literally provide hundreds of hilarious quotes. Being able to pull off heart-wrenching emotional moments one second and gut-busting humorous moments the next is really hard, but he pulls it off like that.

2. Stewie Griffin (Family Guy)

   

   Stewart Gilligan "Stewie" Griffin is a main character from the animated television series Family Guy. He's the youngest child of Peter and Lois Griffin and the brother of Meg and Chris.

   Stewie is depicted as highly intelligent and often obsessed with violence and matricide. He frequently engages... read more

   The majority of kids at my school consider him their favorite cartoon character. (Including me.) I actually did a full survey. Stewie Griffin has earned this award.

   I love Stewie! Everything he does makes me laugh or smile!

   That just seems so correct. Stewie swears. He's gotten drunk more than a few times. He's gotten high. He's pretty much done everything an adult of 21 has done, and then some... but he's one. LOL.

3. Bugs Bunny (Looney Tunes)

   

   Bugs Bunny is an animated cartoon character created by the staff of Leon Schlesinger Productions, which later became Warner Bros. Cartoons. He is one of the most iconic and recognizable cartoon characters, known for his appearances in the Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies series. His signature phrase... read more

   I love Bugs Bunny! I really like it when Bugs is fighting Marvin the Martian!

   If you feed Bugs Bunny too many carrots, what do you expect? Big Chungus.

   I love Bugs Bunny! Laugh out loud.

4. SpongeBob SquarePants (SpongeBob SquarePants)

   

   SpongeBob SquarePants is a fictional character and the titular protagonist of the American animated television series of the same name. SpongeBob is known for his bright optimism and naive, childish tendencies. He often gets into trouble in Bikini Bottom.... read more

   I think SpongeBob is the funniest cartoon character because I've watched SpongeBob so many times and I just think he's the funniest.

   He's funnier than every Family Guy character.

   To me, SpongeBob would be #2, just behind Stewie. I never thought he would be at #15.

5. Eric Cartman (South Park)

   

   Eric Theodore Cartman, commonly known by his last name, is a central character in the animated series South Park. Created by Matt Stone and Trey Parker and voiced by Parker, Cartman is one of four main characters, alongside Stan Marsh, Kyle Broflovski, and Kenny McCormick. He often serves as both an... read more

   This character is completely unafraid of anything. He does what he wants, however he wants, to whoever he wants, with nobody to stop him. This kid is one of the all-time masters of manipulation.

   The best thing is how unpredictable he is. His plans and schemes suddenly take an unexpected new direction, and you don't support him - you just laugh at him whether he fails spectacularly or not. This character is larger than life in every way possible, and that's what's so funny.

6. Patrick Star (Spongebob Squarepants)

   

   Patrick Star is a fictional character in the American animated television series SpongeBob SquarePants. Created and designed by Stephen Hillenburg, the series' creator, Patrick first appeared in the pilot episode "Help Wanted" on May 1, 1999. He is voiced by Bill Fagerbakke.... read more

   "Whoever's the owner of a white sedan, you left your lights on."

   "I know. Let's get naked."

   "I love you."

   "Is mayonnaise an instrument?"

   Some of Patrick's classic funny quotes.

   Remember when SpongeBob said, Patrick, your genius is showing, and Patrick said, Where! Where!? Spoiler alert: It is a dirty joke.

   Funnier than Homer, Stewie, and SpongeBob. Not gonna lie.

7. Peter Griffin (Family Guy)

   

   Peter Griffin is the main protagonist and titular character of the American animated sitcom Family Guy. Peter is known for being foolish and doing random things for the sake of comedy. His wife, Lois Griffin, often nags him. He didn't pass the third grade, and his father is an Irish man.... read more

   "Meg... Who let you back in the house?" He's by far the funniest, though Homer is still up there.

   Peter's stupidity cracks me up. He makes fun of Meg, is an actual idiot, and he doesn't even know what color a firetruck is.

   He should be at number 3 at least.

8. Daffy Duck (Looney Tunes)

   

   Daffy Duck is an animated cartoon character produced by Warner Bros. Styled as an anthropomorphic black duck, he has appeared in cartoon series such as Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies. Daffy is often portrayed as the best friend and occasional rival of Bugs Bunny.

   He's the original "We are this guy" character, and no one above him on this list is EVER going to change that. He's frantic, he's fun, the timing in his cartoons is hysterical, and at times we just feel a bit bad for him, especially in the Chuck Jones cartoons.

   And best of all, he never wins. All the characters above him are those smug sociopaths/idiots who win everything. But Daffy? He's the guy we all ARE.

   He provides two kinds of laughs: crazy, wacky laughs from his nuttier days (why he was called "daffy" in the first place) and malicious, disturbingly relatable ones from his later days to now. He remains relevant for good reason, and he's not going anywhere anytime soon.

9. Jake the Dog (Adventure Time)

   

   Jake the Dog is, along with Finn the Human, a fictional character and one of the main cast members in the American animated television series Adventure Time, created by Pendleton Ward. Jake has magical powers that allow him to stretch and morph into various shapes and sizes. He is voiced by John DiMaggio... read more

   Jake is the best. He should be number one. Making bacon pancakes like a boss. Jake, like a boss.

10. Richard Watterson (The Amazing World of Gumball)

    

    Richard Watterson is the father of Gumball, Darwin, and Anais in the animated series The Amazing World of Gumball. He is a large pink rabbit known for his laziness and love of food. Despite his flaws, Richard is a loving father and husband.

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    Brian Griffin (Family Guy)

    

    Brian H. Griffin, popularly known without his middle initial as Brian Griffin, is a fictional character from the animated television series Family Guy. He is the Griffin family's anthropomorphic pet dog, known for his dry wit, intellectual demeanor, and liberal political views. Brian is voiced by series... read more

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    Discord (My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic)

    

    Discord, known as the Spirit of Chaos and Disharmony, is a fictional character from My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic. He first appeared in 2010 as the main antagonist, then gradually reformed and became a recurring supporting character... read more

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13. Roger (American Dad)

    

    This guy is a top 5 funniest character ever made. His personalities match everyone's sense of humor. Nobody can ever keep a straight face through his episodes.

    He just has a very interesting personality that can make anyone laugh, no matter what mood you are in.

    Roger is 1000 characters in one. He can be his own show and every character. LMAO.

14. Pinkie Pie (My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic)

    

    Pinkie Pie is a major character in the 2010 show My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic. She is based on the G1 character Surprise. Pinkie Pie represents the Element of Laughter and is known for her high energy, sense of humor, and love for throwing parties.

    This pony is absolutely hilarious. She is unpredictable as hell and can break the fourth wall at any moment.

    She's the second funniest character on the show, behind Discord.

    One of the funniest characters I have ever seen.

15. Mabel Pines (Gravity Falls)

    

    Mabel Pines is one of the lead characters of the Disney XD animated series Gravity Falls. The character is voiced by Kristen Schaal and designed by the series creator, Alex Hirsch. She is inspired by Hirsch's own twin sister, Ariel Hirsch.... read more

    Simply for the fact that there is just no one else like her.

16. Polly McShane (The Kids from Room 402)

17. Squidward Tentacles (SpongeBob SquarePants)

    

    Squidward Tentacles is a fictional character voiced by actor Rodger Bumpass in the American animated television series SpongeBob SquarePants.

    Squidward has a very abrasive attitude, often wanting to be left alone, and he displays a misanthropic nature. He prefers solitude and enjoys playing the... read more

    This character is extremely funny. He's very well drawn, and his voice actor, Rodger Bumpass, is just fantastic. The way he reads some of those lines - my God!

    In the best episodes, this guy always cracks me up. His expressions, his reactions, his dialogue... It's just a brilliant, brilliant character!

18. Cosmo (Fairly OddParents)

    

    Cosmo is Timmy Turner's fairy godfather in the animated television show The Fairly OddParents. He's Wanda's husband and Poof's father. Cosmo is very immature and often acts foolishly, but he is also charming, loving, and devoted to his family.

    He is so awesome and such an idiot that he is hilarious.

    Dumb, impulsive, and belligerent. What's not to like about this fairy fellow of Timmy?

19. Gir (Invader Zim)

    

    OK, I'm sorry. HOW is this guy only at number 24 right now?! GIR is, without a doubt, the funniest cartoon character of all time! His random and spontaneous quotes are the main reason half the people who watch Invader Zim love the show so much in the first place!

    He destroys the entire city on a taco run, keeps bees in his head, and forgets what he's doing halfway through screaming in terror to sit down and watch cartoons! The Doom Song ALONE should put him at number 10 or higher! How in the name of the Almighty Tallest is he so low on the list?!

20. Gumball Watterson (The Amazing World of Gumball)

    

    Gumball Watterson is a twelve-year-old blue cat known for causing mischief around town due to his imaginative and often reckless behavior. He is egotistical and a veteran snarker. Despite this, Gumball has a big heart and can be surprisingly selfless.... read more

21. Dr. Doofenshmirtz (Phineas and Ferb)

    

    Dr. Heinz Doofenshmirtz is a fictional character and the primary antagonist of the animated series Phineas and Ferb. He is the founder and CEO of Doofenshmirtz Evil Incorporated and is known for creating elaborate devices called Inators in his attempts to take over the Tri-State Area. Despite his villainous... read more

22. Bart Simpson (The Simpsons)

    

    Bartholomew JoJo "Bart" Simpson is the eldest child and only son in the animated TV series The Simpsons, which premiered in December 1989. He was created by Matt Groening.

    Bart is known for prank-calling Moe's Tavern, skateboarding, and his catchphrases like "Eat my shorts!" His mischief often... read more

23. Bloo (Fosters Home For Imaginary Friends)

    

    Bloo is one of the many lovable and eccentric characters in Cartoon Network's "Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends." He is known for his mischievous and self-centered personality. Bloo was created by Mac, a young boy who visits him at the foster home.

    Because of his perfect and funny storyline adventures, Bloo is the best! He always pranks people and comes up with really funny and catchy words.

24. Bender (Futurama)

    

    Bender Bending Rodríguez is a fictional robot and one of the central characters in the animated television series Futurama. He was created by Matt Groening and David X. Cohen and is voiced by John DiMaggio. Bender is known for his sarcastic personality, fondness for alcohol, and rebellious behavior,... read more

    Bender is one of the most obnoxious and rude cartoon characters of all time, which is hilarious because that is the opposite of what all robots are imagined as. He is a dark-humored, arrogant bastard, and that is why we love him.

    Funniest character of all time. It's a shame they canceled the show.

25. Cheese (Fosters Home for Imaginary Friends)

    

    Funniest kids' cartoon character ever.

    I love his obsession with chocolate milk and cereal. Laugh out loud.

26. Herbert (Family Guy)

    

    John Herbert is a fictional character in the animated television series Family Guy Herbert is an elderly man who lives in Quahog and is known for his inappropriate obsession with Chris Griffin. He speaks with a soft voice and often uses a walker to get around.

27. Jerry (Tom and Jerry)

    

    Gerald "Jerry" Mouse is a fictional character and one of the title characters in Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer's Tom and Jerry series of theatrical cartoon short films. He is a clever mouse who is frequently pursued by Tom the cat but often manages to outsmart him. Jerry first appeared in the 1940 cartoon short... read more

    This little guy is a clever mouse and is also the main reason we laugh when we watch Tom and Jerry.

    I love Jerry! He's far better than Tom!