Top 10 Hilarious Fight Scenes in Animated Movies

While Hercules is the strongest man alive, he’s also a bit of a bumbling doofus. The wannabe hero’s first battle packs in a fitting mix of action and humor as he faces the River Guardian known as Nessus. This demented centaur has apprehended the lovely Meg, who isn’t thrilled about playing damsel in distress. Herc has trouble finding his footing at first. By using his head, however, he utilizes brain and brawn at the same time. Nessus doesn’t go down without a fight, but Herc ultimately bests him with the power of slapstick. Who would’ve thought somebody with so many horseshoes would be so unlucky? 

Many young children are afraid that monsters may be lurking in their closets and Boo is no exception. Upon arriving in Monstropolis, Boo discovers not all monsters are scary. Yet, the slimy Randall continues to give her the chills. When her beloved kitty friend is threatened, however, Boo confronts her fears and unleashes her inner monster. The scene demonstrates that a child’s laughter can be more powerful than a child’s screams. As if getting beaten by Boo wasn’t enough for Randall, the camouflaging monster finds an even more merciless foe behind door #2.

Being a superhero comedy, “The Incredibles” naturally features a few hilarious fight scenes. Ironically, the funniest brawl in the movie is also the most straightforward. It’s a typical Parr family dinner with Dash and Violet at each other’s throats, Helen trying to maintain peace, and Bob reluctant to intervene. However, part of what makes this scene so funny is how relatable it is. The Parrs are no different than your family…aside from the superpower part. Their abilities add to the comedy as the dining room turns into a war zone. Once Lucius comes a knockin’, though, the Parrs maintain their secret identities as a happy family.

A movie called “Kung Fu Panda” has to make leeway for some hysterical fights. This animated feature doesn’t disappoint with a strong balance of Kung Fu and comedy. While Po’s chopstick battle with Master Shifu was a worthy contender, it’s our hero’s final battle with Tai Lung that really takes the scroll. Although Tai Lung has a hard time being intimidated by the chubby panda, the Dragon Warrior demonstrates that it’s what underneath that matters most. Their big showdown isn’t only well timed and funny, but it also includes some of the most inventive choreography in all animation. 

If you grew up with Lego, chances are you spent a lot of time constructing cities and having yellow figurines fight each other. “The Lego Movie” captures that childlike magic, particularly when Lord Business unleashes his army of micro managers, only for everyman Emmet to rise up as a master builder. The climax is full of priceless moments, most notably when the cutesy Unikitty shows off her dark side. Inan unexpected turn, however, the real battle here turns out to be an emotional struggle between a father and son. Whether you’re a kid or an adult, the resolution they reach is certain to get you choked up.

“Toy Story” is one of the greatest buddy pictures animation has ever given us. But before Woody and Buzz Lightyear could become best friends, they had to work through a few issues. After Woody accidentally knocks Buzz out the window, the space ranger seeks out and confronts the cowboy. Although it appears Buzz is willing to let bygones be bygones, he finds that revenge is just too tempting. Tensions run high, but the audience can’t help but laugh as Woody’s head is spun around and Buzz’s squeaky head is bashed in. There’s ultimately no winner here as both wind up as lost toys.

“Up” may have one of the saddest openings ever, but it also works up to one of the most fun climaxes you’ll ever see. Aside from having talking dogs flying around in airships, the scene features a heated battle between two grumpy old men. Although Carl and Charles are no longer in their prime, they still have plenty of life left in them. With Charles wielding a sword and Carl armed with his trusty walking stick, they engage in a duel that’s as thrilling as it is hilarious. Just when it appears Charles has the upper hand, Carl shows just how lethal words can be.

The climax of “Beauty and the Beast” has everything: action, tragedy, romance, and humor. The Beast’s servants provide plenty of comic relief as they ambush the intruding townsfolk. All the living inanimate objects get in on the laughs as Mrs. Potts offers a spot of tea, Lumiere heats things up, and Cogsworth goes medieval. Even by cartoon logic, it’s kind of hard to believe the wardrobe’s body slam didn’t crack open that one guy’s skull. Once it becomes clear that they’re fighting a losing battle, the surviving townspeople wisely retreat.

The fairytale world of “Shrek” is full of unlikely warriors. An ogre can defeat a fleet of knights, an adorable pussycat can be a swashbuckler, and a princess can take down Robin Hood. Following a song that works in a couple of innuendos you probably missed, Fiona demonstrates that she’s no ordinary princess, fending off the merry men with fighting techniques right out of “The Matrix.” Not even Friar Tuck is safe from her fists of fury. Shrek and Donkey are every bit as shocked as the audience, resulting in one of the film’s biggest laughs.

Before we get to our top pick, here are a few honorable mentions:
Flynn Rider vs. Maximus 
“Tangled” (2010)
Archery Tournament 
“Robin Hood” (1973)
They Call Me Mr. Pig!
“The Lion King” (1994)
Red Puckett vs. Wolf W. Wolf
“Hoodwinked!” (2005)

The lion may be the most ferocious beast in the animal kingdom, but since Alex the Lion has spent most of his life being pampered in a zoo, he’s about as threatening as a kitty. In the sequel to “Madagascar,” Alex has another unfortunate run-in with an elderly lady on a safari. Nana knows how to take a punch and she knows how to pack one too. She pummels Alex like a professional wrestler and doesn’t even break her sunglasses in the process. It’s one of the most mismatched fights ever, not to mention the funniest animation has to offer.

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