The Marvel Cinematic Universe has excelled as one of the vastest entertainment sagas ever, producing dozens of movies and television series featuring mighty heroes saving the day from cataclysmic villains. In addition to its action blockbuster thrills, an integral element to its longevity and fan engagement has been its ability to weave comedy into the narrative.
While items such as the best, strongest, and even most powerful Avenger have been topics of hot debate, few subjects are as fiercely debated as which character is the funniest. From some of Earth’s mightiest heroes to unforgettable supporting characters and even a nefarious villain,Redditorshave determined that these 10 characters are among the funniest the MCU has to offer.
10Peter Quill/Star Lord
Using its license to experiment toembrace a more fun and vibrant tone,Guardians of the Galaxybecame a surprise sensation in the MCU’s catalogue. A peculiar meshing of space Western action, sci-fi adventure, and comedic charm, the freewheeling film emphasized its characters as the main attraction withChris Pratt’s Star Lord leading the way.
Much of the conversation surrounding Peter Quill concerns his flaws, especially after his costly mistakes inAvengers: Infinity War, but some Redditors have been quick to point out the character’s knack for comedy and how it grounds him. Responding to a general opinion on Star-Lord,thewatcheruatusaid “Star-Lord is a funny yet flawed character who is one of the most relatable in the MCU.”
9Drax the Destroyer
Star Lord may be the charismatic, somewhat idiotic leader of the Guardians of the Galaxy, but it’s the rag-tag crew’s side characters that made the movies truly pop. Heralded as the funniest of them by Reddit isDave Bautista’s Drax who, while being introduced as a violent and vengeful intergalactic criminal, has fast become one of the gentler and more fun-loving characters in the MCU.
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On aRedditforum questioning whether fans love or hate the character, Drax received overwhelming support from the fanbase, though some comments conceded he needs to be used well to have his desired impact. He also fared well in a separate poll conducted by a since deletedRedditorasking who the funniest MCU character was.
8Tony Stark/Iron Man
Ever sinceIron Manset the MCU off and running way back in 2008, Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) has been a commanding figurehead of the franchise. While he has led the saga with dramatic gravitas and action thrills, one of his most distinct characteristics has been his dry, smart Alec sense of humor.
In response to a query pondering who the funniest person in the MCU is,Admirable_Science279championed Stark’s case, stating “Tony has some of the best dry humor.” The redditor also referenced Tony’s funny though wholesome interactions with Peter Parker (Tom Holland).
7Yelena Belova
Some of the MCU’s newer characters haven’t necessarily been received with open arms, but an exception to that notion has been Yelena Belova (Florence Pugh). Introduced in 2021’sBlack Widow, the character fast became a fan favorite before being cemented asan essential player in the franchise’s futurewith her appearance inHawkeye.
A deletedRedditorlauded the character’s comedic attributes, claiming her to be funny “in an endearing sort of way” and she received plenty of love in the aforementionedRedditpoll about the MCU’s funniest characters. Despite the MCU’s vast array of female characters who excel within Marvel’s stylized blending of action heroism and comedic flair, Yelena is the only one to earn a significant amount of support onjodlad04’s post.
Not making his MCU debut until 2016’sDoctor Strange, Wong (Benedict Wong) has shocked many by becoming a cult favorite among fans of the MCU. The powerful sorcerer doesn’t necessarily leap of the screen with his comedic style, but his understated sense of humor has made him a memorable presence in the MCU.
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Discussion around his popularity erupted in an r/marvelstudios forum which pondered why the character had become so popular.Pacperson0provided apt summary of the major points highlighted by saying “I think it’s a combination of dry wit and that Benedict Wong is just a cool dude.”
Despite featuring inThorandThe Avengersas one of the franchise’s major antagonists, the problematic, amoral adopted brother of the God of Thunderhas become a fan favorite. Portrayed byTom Hiddleston, Loki has excelled as a villain, a fun support character, and even as a major protagonist throughout the series, with his comedic, disdainful flair always a highlight.
Perfect_Pudsterviews Loki (and Korg) as the funniest character in the MCU due to his ability to be consistently hilarious. Meanwhile,Sensitive-Patient-71highlighted Loki’s comedic partnership with Thor, highlighting their chemistry and stating “they’re the perfect odd couple” while also suggesting Loki’s absence, and the loss of that comedic dynamic, was what hamperedThor: Love and Thunderthe most.
4Scott Lang/Ant-Man
Another comedic character who has been a huge hit since entering the MCU, Scott Lang (Paul Rudd) stands as one of Marvel’s most beloved heroes at this point in time. The good-natured ex-con has had no troubles endearing himself to audiences with his comedic tendencies courtesy of the astute casting of Rudd and the bouncy, light-hearted entertainment theAnt-Manfilms offer.
Much of the praise of the character was heaped at the feet of Rudd and his proven ability to flourish in comedic roles while remaining charming and likable. In response to a forum comparing Ant-Man to Star Lord, a deletedRedditormade the bold claim that “Paul Rudd is the funniest person in the MCU and no one can convince me otherwise.”
Thor: Ragnarokis heralded as the film which dared to take the MCU in a new direction far more embracing of comedic narrative. Naturally, with that endeavor came an array of new characters who instantly made a mark on audiences with their humor, with none being more noteworthy than directorTaika Waititi’s Korg.
Despite being a relatively new addition to the franchise, Korg has fast become a fan favorite thanks to Waititi’s vocal performance.expatriate77praised the gentle Kronan as being the MCU’s funniest character, stating “every scene had me cracking up, just something about his nonchalantness [sic] and mannerisms."
The MCU’s take on Thor (Chris Hemsworth) has always been laced with an ironic comedy sense, something which was displayed frequently throughout the first twoAvengerscrossover movies. However, it may not have been until the release ofThor: Ragnarokthat many audience members took note of the character’s talent for humor.
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Drounsleynoted that Thor’s comedy has an authenticity to it, stating “it comes across as innocent and genuine, not forced.” On another Reddit forum,DavramLockequite simply stated “Thor might have given me the most laughs honestly.”
From noble heroes never short of a wisecrack to powerful villains whose wicked comedy knows no bounds, the MCU has had a plethora of hilarious characters, but none have made Redditors laugh quite as much asMichael Peña’s Luis. Featured in theAnt-Manmovies, the comic relief has endeared himself to franchise fans with his infectious high energy, his goofy demeanor, and, most notably, his overwhelmingly enthusiastic recaps.
TheGaySunGodhas the top comment on the r/marvelmemes Reddit forum, simply stating “Luis 101%” to the tune of almost 300 upvotes. Additionally,Xenafan1970also sung Luis' praises saying “I’d love a movie of him just recapping all the movies,” a sentiment many MCU fans would emphatically support.
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