Top 20 All-time Pixar Movie Villains

These Pixar villains are unforgettable for their complexity, depth, and impact on the stories they inhabit. From the humorous to the menacing, each one adds a unique layer to their respective films, highlighting important themes like betrayal, ambition, and the consequences of unchecked power.

Syndrome - The Incredibles (2004)

Syndrome (voiced by Jason Lee) is the vengeful fan-turned-villain who seeks to prove his superiority by eliminating all superheroes. His desire for recognition and revenge against Mr. Incredible makes him a deeply human, yet tragic character.

Syndrome's dramatic monologue about "You'll thank me when you're all dead!" as he reveals his plan to destroy the superheroes.

Lotso - Toy Story 3 (2010)

Lotso (voiced by Ned Beatty) is a stuffed bear who once cared for children, only to become bitter and power-hungry. He runs the daycare with an iron fist, embodying betrayal and abuse of power.

Lotso's cold betrayal of Woody and the gang in the daycare, revealing his harsh and cynical philosophy.

Hopper - A Bug's Life (1998)

Hopper (voiced by Kevin Spacey) is a ruthless grasshopper who intimidates the ant colony into submission. His terror tactics make him a formidable enemy, and his menacing presence stands as a symbol of oppression.

The scene where Hopper warns the ants, "One ant stands up to us, then they all might."

The Underminer - The Incredibles 2 (2018)

The Underminer (voiced by John Ratzenberger) is a typical cartoon villain who wishes to destroy the world and "undermine" society. Though he's not deeply developed, his presence is key to the film's action and humor.

His dramatic appearance at the start of The Incredibles 2, with his famous line, "I am the Underminer!"

Ernesto de la Cruz - Coco (2017)

Ernesto de la Cruz (voiced by Benjamin Bratt) is a beloved musician who turns out to be a murderer, stealing music from others. His manipulation of Miguel, and his dark secrets, make him an unforgettable antagonist.

Ernesto's shocking reveal as the villain, when it's exposed that he murdered Héctor to steal his songs.

Stinky Pete - Toy Story 2 (1999)

Stinky Pete (voiced by Kelsey Grammer) is a seemingly kind prospector who is ultimately revealed to be a manipulative villain. His jealousy and bitterness over being left behind by the kids he once served make him a deeply cynical figure.

The moment when Pete reveals his true intentions of keeping Woody and Jessie from ever leaving the toy store.

Sid Phillips - Toy Story (1995)

Sid (voiced by Erik von Detten) is the antagonist in Toy Story who enjoys tormenting and disassembling toys. His cruel behavior sets the stage for the conflict between the toys and humans.

Sid's chilling discovery that his toys are alive, and their subsequent retaliation against him.

Chick Hicks - Cars (2006)

Chick Hicks (voiced by Michael Keaton) is a jealous race car who will do anything to win, even if it means cheating and sabotaging others. His rivalry with Lightning McQueen drives much of the plot.

Chick's villainous celebrations and antics during the final race in Cars.

Big Mama - The Incredibles (2004)

Big Mama (voiced by Brad Bird) is a minor villain who serves as a comedic foil to the superheroes of the movie. Though not an entirely villainous figure, she creates obstacles for the team.

Big Mama's hilarious over-the-top expressions and interactions with the heroes.

Auto - WALL-E (2008)

Auto is the autopilot system on the spaceship Axiom. His cold logic and obsession with keeping humanity from returning to Earth makes him a symbol of technology's dangers when left unchecked.

Auto's stubbornness in refusing to return to Earth, even when it's clear that humans need to reclaim their home.

The Evil Emperor Zurg - Toy Story 2 (1999)

Zurg (voiced by Andrew Stanton) is a parody of Darth Vader from Star Wars, playing the role of a classic, over-the-top villain who constantly battles Buzz Lightyear.

The hilarious twist when Zurg reveals he's Buzz Lightyear's father in a comedic take on the Star Wars saga.

Bomb Voyage - The Incredibles (2004)

Bomb Voyage is a fun, minor antagonist who's part of the film's opening sequence. His bomb-throwing antics make him a memorable villain despite his small role.

The explosion he sets off in the city during the action-packed opening sequence.

Dory's Family - Finding Dory (2016)

Dory's family presents an emotional subplot that contrasts Dory's bubbly personality with their more reserved nature. While not villains in the traditional sense, their struggles create conflicts for Dory's journey.

The emotional reunion between Dory and her parents.

The Chef - Ratatouille (2007)

The Chef is a villain of personal ambition and pride who stands in the way of Remy's culinary dreams. His arrogance and self-centered attitude lead to his downfall.

The climactic kitchen scene where Remy shows his true talents to the chef.

Charles Muntz - Up (2009)

Charles Muntz (voiced by Christopher Plummer) is an adventurer who becomes obsessed with proving he discovered the mythical bird, Kevin. His greed and obsession lead him to become a villain, even to the point of betraying those he once admired.

Muntz's betrayal of Carl and Russell, and his mad pursuit of Kevin.

Professor Z - Cars 2 (2011)

Professor Z (voiced by Thomas Kretschmann) is a mastermind villain with a penchant for sabotage. His complex schemes put the Cars gang in jeopardy throughout the film.

His devious plot to sabotage the World Grand Prix with high-tech weaponry.

The Masked Man - The Incredibles 2 (2018)

The villain in Incredibles 2 takes the form of a mysterious figure who manipulates public opinion against superheroes. His unique motivations tie into society's fear of powerful figures and the abuse of media for control.

The moment he manipulates public perception and becomes the "supers"' greatest threat.

The bad guys look better when they're made of CGI. Today we're counting down our picks for the top 20 Pixar villains. These Disney villains are their own unique brand of bad. Our countdown includes "The Incredibles," "Toy Story 3," "WALL-E," and more! Who's YOUR favorite Pixar villain?

The bad guys look better when they're animated. For this list, we're looking at the top villains from Pixar animated films only.

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