The modern concept of cartoons as a form of entertainment and art emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Since then, numerous characters have been invented and are loved by many worldwide. Here are the funniest cartoon characters ever created.
1. Pink Panther
Pink Panther is a fictional animated character who appeared in the opening and closing credit sequences of every film in The Pink Panther series. Pink Panther is a mischievous pink-coloured panther who engages in various comedic adventures and encounters with other characters.
2. Bugs Bunny
Bugs Bunny is one of the most iconic cartoon characters of all time. He is an anthropomorphic grey and white rabbit famous for his flippant, insouciant personality and unmatched charisma.
3. Daffy Duck
An anthropomorphic black duck, he has starred in cartoon series such as Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies. He is a lovable and enduring character, and his comedic antics have entertained audiences for generations.
4. Mr Bean
Mr Bean is a fictional character from the British comedy TV series Mr Bean, its animated spin-off, and two live-action feature films. He is a hilarious cartoon character who is known for his unusual schemes and differences in handling everyday tasks.
5. Spongebob
SpongeBob SquarePants is the lead character of the American animated TV series of the same name. Spongebob’s clueless yet endearing nature and his unique and often exaggerated reactions to everyday situations have tickled audiences' funny bones for years.
6. Kick Buttowski
Kick Buttowski is the fictional character from the animated series Kick Buttowski: Suburban Daredevil. His comedic timing and over-the-top adventures make him a beloved and funny character among fans of the series.
7. Michelangelo
Michelangelo, also known as Mike or Mikey, is one of the most beloved and entertaining characters from the iconic animated series Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comics.
8. Goofy
Goofy is a beloved cartoon character from the Mickey Mouse franchise. His endearing personality and comedic timing have made him a fan favourite.
9. Tom
Tom is the mischievous cat from the classic animated series Tom & Jerry. Tom has entertained audiences for many years with his comical tricks and clever endeavours to catch his arch-nemesis, Jerry, the mouse.
10. Dexter
Dexter is the lead character in Dexter's Laboratory. He is a classic cartoon packed with fun, imagination and humour. He is also a brilliant boy who loves creating fantastic inventions.
11. Elmer Fudd
Elmer J. Fudd is an animated cartoon character in the Warner Bros. Looney Tunes. Elmer Fudd's comedic interactions with the other characters in Looney Tunes have made him a beloved and memorable figure in animation.
12. Sylvester
Sylvester is one of the main antagonistic characters in Looney Tunes. He is known for his humorous antics and animated expressions.
13. Wile E. Coyote
Coyote is a primary antagonist and one of the main stars of the Looney Tunes franchise. He is cunning and hungry and tries to catch and eat the Road Runner.
14. Jake Long
Jacob Luke Long is a Chinese-American 13-year-old who is half-human, half-dragon. He is the protagonist of the American Dragon series.
15. Taz
Taz is a renowned cartoon character in the Merrie Melodies and Looney Tunes animated series. He is known for his tornado-spinning ability and his sharp teeth.
16. Harley Quinn
Harley Quinn is a fictional character and has appeared in various animated series, including the Harley Quinn series. She is recognised for her colourful appearance, mischievous personality, and complex relationship with the Joker.
17. Doofenshmirtz
Dr Heinz Doofenshmirtz is a fictional character from the American animated TV series Phineas and Ferb. His unique sense of humour, butchering words and phrases, and often mispronunciations are the salt added to his personality.
18. Garfield
Garfield is a fictional cat and the main character of the comic strip of the same name. Garfield holds the Guinness World Record for being the world's most syndicated comic strip.
19. Johnny Bravo
Johnny Bravo is one of the funniest cartoons and the main character of the animated series Johnny Bravo. The character has become well-known for his catchphrases, iconic hairstyle, and comedic portrayal of exaggerated masculinity.
20. Homer Simpson
Homer is one of the most famous fictional characters and is regarded as one of the greatest comedic animated characters of modern times. He is often depicted as a lazy and stupid character, but he has also shown moments of great wisdom.
21. Scooby-Doo
Scooby is an endearing and unique character in the animated TV series Scooby-Doo. His comedic genius emerges from his adorably fearful personality and a voracious appetite that never seems to dwindle.
22. Tow Mater
Tow Mater is one of the lead characters of the Cars franchise. He often provides comic relief through his humorous antics and quirky mannerisms.
23. Rico
Rico is a character from the popular animated movie Penguins of Madagascar. His unique humorous personality and explosive skills make him a memorable character that fans of the franchise have grown to love.
24. Pumbaa
Pumbaa is a major character in Disney's 1994 animated film, The Lion King. Pumbaa provides comic relief through his humorous antics and witty remarks.
25. Fred Flintstone
Fred Flintstone is the protagonist of the classic animated TV series The Flintstones. He is a beloved character known for his charm, humour, and the endearing dynamic he shares with his family and friends in The Flintstones show.
26. Lamput
Lamput is a cartoon character from the animated series Lamput. He is an orange, gooey, shape-shifting blob. His humour is universal, transcending language and cultural barriers, making it popular among audiences worldwide.
27. Popeye
Popeye is one of the funniest popular 90s cartoon characters. He is popular for his witty and comedy nature and offbeat charm. These make him a timeless character beloved by adults and children.
28. Robin
Robin is the alias of several superheroes in American comic books published by DC Comics. He became Teen Titans Go's 2003 protagonist.
29. Thomas
Thomas is a beloved blue engine and protagonist on the show Thomas & Friends. The character brings a distinctive flavour of humour to the world of children's cartoons.
30. Candace Flynn
Candace Flynn is a fictional character in the animated TV series Phineas and Ferb. Candace's comedic timing stems from her wild shifts in mood and her dramatic reactions to the most ordinary situations.
31. Sokka
Sokka is widely known for his humour, practicality, and determination. Some of his most memorable lines and moments from the Avatar: The Last Airbender series prove he is a comedic genius.
32. Pingu
Pingu is the main character of the 1990 animated series named Pingu. He is best known for his mischievous antics and unique way of speaking. He is also known for his catchphrase, 'Noot noot!'
33. Ben Tennyson
Ben Tennyson is the fun-loving protagonist in the Ben 10 franchise. Ben's comic timing is spot-on, from his wisecracking attitude and goofy antics to his playful banter with cousin Gwen and mentor Grandpa Max.
34. Stewie Griffin
Stewie Griffin is a fictional character from the animated TV series Family Guy. He is the source of the most exciting storylines on Family Guy.
35. Eric Cartman
In the popular animated series South Park, Eric Cartman is a self-centred, mean-spirited nine-year-old child. He has a dark personality which often hints towards some mental problems he may be experiencing.
36. Bart Simpson
Bartholomew JoJo Simpson is a popular animated cartoon character in the American animated TV series, The Simpsons and part of the Simpson family.
37. Uncle
Uncle is the tritagonist of the Jackie Chan Adventures series. His signature two-fingered slapping and 'One more thing' phrases are memorable.
38. Coop
Coop Burtonburger is a fictional character and the main protagonist in the animated TV series Kid vs. Kat. He is the son of Burt Burtonburger, who tries to stop Mr Kat from world domination.
39. Grim
Grim is a character in the cartoon series The Grim Adventures of Billy and Mandy. He is very cynical and has a darker sense of humour.
40. Jake The Dog
Jake the Dog was a character and one of the two protagonists in the American animated TV series Adventure Time. His playful and humorous nature adds a lot of fun and laughter to the show.
