Top 10 Greatest Total Drama Characters

0

#10: Shawn

Also in:

Top 10 Cory & Shawn Moments on Boy Meets World

While "Pahkitew Island's" cast was pretty hit and miss, a couple of characters did manage to leave a lasting impression. Shawn has two modes: a competent and hardworking competitor who is an awesome team player and that annoying dude obsessed with zombies. While his zombie-fear takes too long to pay off and grows old quickly, Shawn is a delight whenever that quirk isn't the focus. Be it through a cute relationship with Jasmine or a genuine desire to help out the rest of the competitors, Shawn is one of "Pahkitew Island's" highlights.

A member of "Total Drama's" second generation, Dawn's time on the show came and went too quickly. Only really appearing in six episodes, the enigma that is Dawn arguably has the most potential out of the entire cast of "Revenge of the Island." In a shrewd move, "Total Drama" kept the Moonchild's backstory under wraps, only exposing Dawn's intimate connection with nature while leaving the character's strange moments unexplained. Due to merely revealing snippets of the whole picture, Dawn became weirdly fascinating, a charm only heightened by the character's introverted personality and cute design.

0

#8: Cody

Also in:

Top 10 Hilarious The Suite Life of Zack & Cody Running Gags

Whether making the moves on Gwen or diffusing a bomb to equally mixed results, Cody comes the closest to qualifying as normal on “Total Drama.” That’s not to say that the character does not have his almost-heroic moments, but Cody lacks a loud personality or a defining quirk to help the season 1 contestant stand out from the crowd. While often overshadowed, Cody still manages to be among the most consistently funny characters of the series, especially whenever he tries to play it smooth. Sierra and Cody also make for an entertaining, albeit somewhat uncomfortable duo.

Even though a gas mask might be required to survive all the excess farts, Owen is the type of guy who should be a blast to hang out with. Playing significant roles in multiple seasons of “Total Drama,” Owen retains his optimistic nature and situational bravery throughout the majority of the series, serving as one of the cartoon’s most dependable personalities. Owen is also a people’s person and brings out the best in the other contestants. “World Tour” also sets Owen up as a double act with Noah, which proves to be a match made in “Total Drama” heaven.

Someone has to be at least slightly insane to put up with Chris' sadistic challenges, but Izzy wears crazy like, well, a bear suit. Debuting back in season one, E-Scope took a while to come into her own, but eventually, Izzy was living with the beavers, having epic showdowns against Chef, begging to be electrocuted, and driving every other contestant insane. While the "Most Wanted" contestant can be a touch exhausting at times, Izzy is generally a bag of fun and brings a refreshing air of unpredictability to the competition.

Every season of "Total Drama" has a villain, but the likes of Scott and Alejandro exist in the shadow of the cartoon's original manipulative baddie. In it to win it and not make friends, Heather is beyond detestable throughout the first season, as the "Island" contestant shows no qualms of using other, more gullible competitors as stepping stones to reach the prize. After going bald, Heather's sharp edges are somewhat dulled, as the former villain gradually transforms into something resembling a team player; by the time “World Tour” rolls around, Heather becomes quite three-dimensional and one of “Total Drama’s” most likable characters.

Introduced as the delinquent of the group, Duncan rarely holds back when he has something to say, even going as far as to call out Chris' nonsense on occasion. Initially, the rest of the contestants are rather scared of Duncan, who mostly keeps his distance and only gets involved whenever Courtney needs a good mocking. As "Total Drama" progresses, Duncan's coarse outer shell begins to crack, revealing a somewhat sweet guy who is willing to help someone out as long as nobody else finds out. While "All-Stars's" nice-Duncan is a bit divisive, the first three (and a bit of 4) seasons' resident bad boy is the personification of cool.

Earnest and kind-hearted, Lindsay is too naive to ever stand much of a chance of winning any of the competitions. Due to her naivety and questionable intelligence, Lindsay tends to be an easy target for "Total Drama's" villains, especially ones named Heather. While not great at remembering names or keeping secrets, Lindsay can always be relied upon to deliver a few laughs, often at her own expense. Due to being pushed around by Heather for so long, it is near impossible to not root for Lindsay; in fact, "Her Hotness" has probably the most satisfying moment in the entire first season.

0

#2: Noah

Also in:

Top 10 Funniest Trevor Noah Moments

At the end of the day, "Total Drama" is mainly a comedy, so a character's stock is related to their hilarity factor. Initially underused, Noah returned in "Total Drama: World Tour" and ended up being the season's best surprise. Equipped with a quip for every occasion, Noah oozes sarcasm and disdain for any sort of physical activity, an attitude that proves less than ideal for a reality show run by Chris McLean. While great solo, Noah shines the brightest when paired up with the bubbly Owen, with the two arguably serving as the best comedy duo in "Total Drama" history.

Before we unveil our top pick, here are a few honorable mentions.

Harold

Alejandro

Zoey

Bridgette

DJ

Along with Owen, Gwen is the closest thing to a protagonist in "Total Drama: Island," a role more than earned by the goth. Gwen is an outsider, at least originally, but the relatable character gradually loosens up as the series progresses. Along with being reliably hilarious in a cynical and self-deprecating sort of way, Gwen is a dynamic character that undergoes realistic development as a result of her experiences throughout "Total Drama," even if not always for the better. Although Gwen peaks during "Island” and arguably becomes progressively less-likable, the goth girl tends to always be entertaining.