Top 10 Pixar Characters You Didn't Know Were Voiced by the Same Actor
#10: Hamm, P.T. Flea, Yeti, Mack, The Moonfish, The Underminer & More John Ratzenberger
John Ratzenberger is an absolute icon in the world of Pixar. He takes on the role of over a dozen different characters. Whether it’s the abominable snowman in “Monsters Inc.”, a school of fish in “Finding Nemo”, or a semi truck in “Cars”, this man can do it all. His voice has appeared in almost every movie, except a few of the more recent ones. So, it’s no surprise he’s been referred to as their good luck charm. Believe it or not, out of all his parts, he says his favorite was P.T. flea, the over the top ringmaster from “A Bug’s Life”.
#9: Captain B. McCrea, Buttercup, & Otis Jeff Garlin
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You might already recognize this distinct voice, even if you didn’t pick up on it while watching. Comedian Jeff Garlin delivers a hilarious performance with each of these delightful characters. His first film with Pixar was “WALL-E”, where he played the captain of the ship. This goofy commander becomes an unexpected hero. Don’t let Buttercup the unicorn’s wholesome and fluffy appearance fool you in “Toy Story 3”, he’s super sarcastic. And Otis from “Cars 2” may be a lemon, but he’s nothing but sweet. If you look closely, there’s also a fun easter egg in the film: his license plate number is the same as Garlin’s birthday.
#8: Dug, Alpha, Mr. Ray, Roz, & Geri Bob Peterson
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You can thank Bob Peterson for voicing so many lovable Pixar favorites. These characters may not have the biggest roles, but they are definitely some of the most memorable. Dug and Alpha are a couple of adorable pups who steal the show in “Up”. The wholesome science teacher Mr. Ray appears in “Finding Nemo” and “Finding Dory”. And who could forget Roz? She’s one of the funniest characters from “Monsters, Inc.”. Perhaps his most impressive performance is in the Academy Award-winning short “Geri’s Game,” where his character doesn’t actually speak a single word, but still says so much.
#7: Auguste Gusteau, Bloat, & Dim Brad Garrett
Brad Garrett’s unique deep voice brings a special element to these roles. In “Ratatouille”, Gusteau is a renowned French cook who is a key part of Remy’s dream of becoming a chef. Everyone loves Bloat, the goofy puffer fish from “Finding Nemo”, who helps the clownfish on his journey home. And Dim is a not-so-ferocious rhinoceros beetle that can be found in Garrett’s first Pixar film, “A Bug’s Life”. These guys might be super different from each other, but they’re definitely all hilarious. They bring so much joy to the screen.
#6: Princess Atta & Laurel Lightfoot Julia Louis-Dreyfus
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Television star Julia Louis-Dreyfus brings lots of life and humor to these totally awesome ladies. You might not think that an ant and an elf would share a lot of similarities, but they both are some resilient and extraordinary characters. Princess Atta in “A Bug’s Life” is more than a little anxious about her future position leading the colony. Appearing in “Onward,” Laurel is the coolest mom ever, and shows that she can be tough as nails when it comes to protecting her kids. You’ll definitely want to revisit these characters on your next Disney Pixar binge.
#5: Fear, Stan, Axel, Slug Monster Student, & Referee Bill Hader
Julia Louis-Dreyfus isn’t the only “SNL” alum on the Pixar roster. These characters are all voiced by the hilarious Bill Hader. His most memorable role by far is Fear from “Inside Out”. This nervous little guy is way too relatable, and the way he looks out for Riley is so sweet. Stan the fish and Axel the carnie add great comedic relief to some tense moments in “Finding Dory” and “Toy Story 4”. And don’t blink, because you might miss his two parts from “Monsters University”: a referee for the Scare Games and the hysterical slug who just can’t make it to class on time.
#4: Heimlich, Jacques, Red, Jerry Recycled Batteries, Wheezy, Lenny, & Claws Ward Joe Ranft
The late Joe Ranft is nothing short of a Pixar legend. In addition to working on many films, he also voiced this plethora of lovable and iconic characters. These parts may not be the main characters, but they certainly make an impact. Heimlich from “A Bug’s Life” especially is iconic, and he will crack you up every time he’s onscreen. Foreign accents seem to be a strength for Ranft, because we all definitely remember Jacques, the cleaning-obsessed shrimp, in “Finding Nemo”. Make sure to keep an eye out for all his fantastic performances the next time you revisit these Pixar classics.
#3: Sally, Rosie, Dolly, Ms. Flint, & Karen Graves Bonnie Hunt
These lovely ladies are all brought to you by Bonnie Hunt. You can see Sally in the “Cars” series. This Porsche is smart and down to earth, and her witty humor will get you every time. Rosie the black widow from “A Bug’s Life” is not as scary as she looks and is surprisingly motherly. Dolly appears in “Toy Story 3” and “Toy Story 4”. She’s a leader among Bonnie’s toys who can be just a little sarcastic. These three may seem unalike, but they’re all a bunch of responsible gals who are always supportive. Not to mention, Hunt also voices two different monsters in “Monsters, Inc.” and “Monsters University”. Now that’s what we call range.
#2: Bing Bong, Molt, Van, & the Bookworm Richard Kind
Richard Kind voices these four distinct parts. The most memorable of all has to be from “Inside Out” as Riley’s imaginary friend Bing Bong. Let’s be real, we all cried our eyes out over that incredible performance. In “A Bug’s Life”, Molt is great comedic relief for the intense Hopper. Van is only there for a few moments, but he’s still one of the funniest parts of “Cars”. And the Bookworm from “Toy Story 3” is a unique antagonist that will make you feel so nostalgic for your old toys. Can you hear the similarity in these voices now that we’ve pointed it out? Before we unveil our top pick, here are a few honorable mentions. Chick Hicks & Ken, Michael Keaton These Big Personalities From “Cars” & “Toy Story 3” Are Voiced by Michael Keaton Linguini, Bernie Kropp, & Snot Rod, Lou Romano Lou Romano Will Crack You Up With These Goofy Guys Emile, Squishy, Ciccio, Forrest Woodbush, Sox, & Recycle Ben, Peter Sohn These Fun & Adorable Characters Are Brought to You by Peter Sohn EVE & Tia, Elissa Knight Elissa Knight Plays Both of These Mechanical Gals in “WALL-E” & “Cars”.
#1: Crush, Emperor Zurg, & Fred Andrew Stanton
What do a sea turtle, an evil toy, and a rusty old car have in common? They’re all voiced by Andrew Stanton! We all know that everyone loves Crush. He’s totally the coolest dude in “Finding Nemo” and he will absolutely crack you up. Fred appears in “Cars”. He’s the most-devoted racing enthusiast who is too relatable for fans everywhere. And Zurg is definitely one of the best Pixar villains. His rivalry with Buzz in the “Toy Story” series is legendary. What’s really impressive is just how different these characters sound. Who would have guessed they all shared the same voice?
