10 Best The Incredibles Characters, Ranked
The Incredibles works because its family is funny, flawed and fiercely loyal. The Parrs are a superhero family forced to hide their powers, and the characters around them are just as memorable, from the fashion designer who refuses to make capes to the friend who can freeze the air. This list counts down ten characters from The Incredibles and Incredibles 2, so you can see who earns their place at the top.
Each entry below explains who the character is, why they rank where they do, and why fans and critics still talk about them. The list covers both films, so you will see how the family and their allies change between the two stories, and which roles grow the most in the sequel.
Pixar is known for characters who feel real even when their world is larger than life. The Incredibles is a good example, because its heroes are parents, teenagers and children first, and superheroes second. That balance is why the ensemble still works years later.
Here is how I ranked them. I looked at how central each character is to the story, how strong their arc is, how distinct their voice and design are and how often fans bring them up. Some entries are heroes at the heart of the family, while others are supporting characters who make every scene funnier.
The films have moved between platforms over the years, so availability changes. In the US, the films have been on several services, but availability in the UK and elsewhere differs, so check your region before you press play. Use the notes in each entry to choose the character you want to revisit first.
Think of this list as a starting point rather than a fixed rulebook. If your favourite character is ranked lower than you would like, that is fine. The goal is to give you a clear route through the Parr family and the people around them.
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Pixar’s best family films make room for every member of the household, and The Incredibles is one of the clearest examples. The characters are sharp, the jokes are quick and the emotional beats land because the family feels real. Read on for the ranking, starting with Winston Deavor and counting down to Edna Mode, the character most fans quote first.
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What Makes the Incredibles Ensemble Work?
The best Incredibles characters are defined by their roles in the family. Bob wants to be a hero again, Helen wants to hold everyone together, and the children each have a different struggle with who they are. The writers give each character a clear want, which makes the family dynamic easy to follow even when the action gets loud. You can read more about the franchise on Wikipedia.
Pixar also rewards close watching. Small details, from a character’s design to a single line of dialogue, often set up a payoff later in the film. The more you know the family, the funnier and more moving those payoffs become.
How the Characters Grow Between the Films
The first film introduces the Parrs as a family trying to live a normal life. Bob is stuck in a desk job, Helen is holding the household together and the children are learning to hide who they really are. Edna Mode, Lucius Best and Syndrome all arrive to push the story forward, and each one is defined by their ambition, loyalty or resentment.
Incredibles 2 shifts the focus. Helen takes centre stage as Elastigirl, while Bob handles the home front, and the children get bigger arcs. Jack-Jack’s powers are the big surprise of the sequel, and Winston and Evelyn Deavor bring a new kind of villain into the story. The result is a film that gives the whole ensemble more room to shine.
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How to Choose Your Next Watch
Start with the character you love most. If you want the sharpest comic voice, begin with Edna Mode. If you want the heart of the family, choose Helen or Bob. The film overviews on IMDb and the character list on Wikipedia are useful if you want to check where each character appears.
Then think about your mood. Some characters are best enjoyed as quick comic beats, while others need the full film to land. You can also explore Explore This Amazon Offer for more ways to stream the films while you decide.
10. Winston Deavor
Winston Deavor is a telecom executive and a huge fan of the Supers. In Incredibles 2, he wants to restore public trust in superheroes and pushes for their legal return. He is hypnotised by his sister Evelyn, who uses his public role to sabotage the plan, and he is later freed to help stop her. Winston is a charming, earnest presence whose enthusiasm makes him an easy character to root for.
Why it ranks here: It ranks tenth because he is a supporting character whose role depends on the sequel's plot, though his enthusiasm gives the film some of its warmth.
Why fans and critics value it: Fans like his optimism and the way his public image contrasts with the danger around him. Bob Odenkirk’s voice work gives the character a distinct, easy charm.
Who should watch: Fans of supporting characters who bring warmth to a bigger story. For another character-driven comedy, see Best Schitt’s Creek Characters, Ranked.
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9. Evelyn Deavor / Screenslaver
Evelyn Deavor is Winston’s sister and DevTech’s chief designer. In the sequel she hypnotises people through screens to sabotage the legalisation of the Supers, and the masked Screenslaver is her public face. Her plan is clever and cold, and the film makes her a villain who is hard to read until the reveal. She is stopped by the Parrs and Winston, and she is captured at the end of the film.
Why it ranks here: It ranks ninth because she is a strong villain with a clear plan, but her role is shorter than the central Parr family arcs.
Why fans and critics value it: Fans appreciate how she uses technology to make her villainy feel modern, and Catherine Keener brings a cool, controlled menace to the role.
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8. Lucius Best / Frozone
Lucius Best is Bob’s best friend, and he can freeze water and moisture in the air. His suit keeps him warm in cold conditions, and his boots turn into skates, skis and a snowboard. He is a loyal friend who is always ready to help, and his easy humour makes him one of the franchise’s most quoted characters. In Incredibles 2, Evelyn’s goggles hypnotise him until his family frees him.
Why it ranks here: It ranks eighth because he is a strong, funny supporting figure, but his role is smaller than the core family members.
Why fans and critics value it: Fans love his wit and his loyalty, and Samuel L. Jackson’s voice work gives the character a memorable swagger.
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7. Jack-Jack Parr
Jack-Jack appears powerless for much of the first film, but his powers emerge when Syndrome tries to abduct him. He reveals a range of abilities, and Helen rescues him as he falls. In Incredibles 2, his powers become the centre of the story, and Edna’s suit upgrade lets the family monitor and limit them. The baby’s unpredictability makes him a constant source of laughs.
Why it ranks here: It ranks seventh because he is a memorable comic presence, but he is often used in short, sharp moments rather than long arcs.
Why fans and critics value it: Fans love how a baby becomes one of the franchise’s most surprising heroes, and the sequel’s focus on his powers is widely praised.
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6. Violet Parr
Violet is a shy 14-year-old who can turn invisible and create force fields that levitate objects. Her arc is about confidence, and she learns to stand up for herself as the story goes on. In Incredibles 2, she learns to deliver force punches and gets a new romantic subplot. Her shyness gives the family a grounded emotional thread, and her powers make her a striking presence on screen.
Why it ranks here: It ranks sixth because she is a strong emotional anchor, though her role is smaller than Bob’s and Helen’s arcs.
Why fans and critics value it: Fans relate to her quiet struggle with self-confidence, and her arc resonates with viewers who recall the awkwardness of being a teenager.
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5. Dash Parr
Dash is a speedster who is only as strong as an average 10-year-old. He can run over water without sinking, and his mother forbids him from playing sports to protect the family’s secret. His impatience and energy make him one of the film’s most fun characters, and his speed gives the action some of its most exciting moments.
Why it ranks here: It ranks fifth because he is a lively, fun presence, but his story is more about energy than emotional depth.
Why fans and critics value it: Fans enjoy his speed and his cheeky personality, and the running-on-water gag is one of the film’s most memorable visual jokes.
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4. The Underminer
The Underminer is a mole-like supervillain who drives a drill tank and robs the Metroville bank. He arrives after Syndrome’s defeat, and his crime prompts the Parrs to put on their suits again. He is a classic villain of the first film’s second act, and his bold entrance gives the family a reason to return to the action.
Why it ranks here: It ranks fourth because he is a memorable villain with a striking design, though his role is shorter than Syndrome’s.
Why fans and critics value it: Fans like the Underminer’s bold look and the energy he brings to the film’s action scenes. John Ratzenberger’s voice work gives the character a distinct presence.
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3. Helen Parr / Elastigirl
Helen can stretch her body up to 300 feet and reshape it into objects like a parachute or a boat. She is a skilled pilot and spy, and she holds the family together while Bob struggles with his new life. In Incredibles 2, she leads the family as the publicity-stunt Elastigirl and becomes the film’s central action hero. Her calm strength makes her one of the franchise’s most admired characters.
Why it ranks here: It ranks third because she is a strong, warm lead with a big action role, though she is not the funniest character on the list.
Why fans and critics value it: Fans love her balance of tenderness and toughness, and Holly Hunter’s voice work gives the character warmth and wit.
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2. Bob Parr / Mr. Incredible
Bob has superhuman strength, stamina and durability, but he is forced to give up his heroics under the Superhero Relocation Program. He struggles with a dead-end job and sneaks out to fight crime with Frozone. His arc is about learning that his family is his greatest adventure, and his mix of pride and vulnerability makes him the heart of the story.
Why it ranks here: It ranks second because he is the emotional centre of the franchise, though Edna’s comic energy and Helen’s action arc are close behind.
Why fans and critics value it: Fans relate to Bob’s midlife frustration, and Craig T. Nelson’s performance gives the character both humour and sincerity.
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1. Edna Mode
Edna Mode is the fashion designer who makes the super suits for the Supers. She refuses to design capes because they have caused fatal accidents, and her blunt, eccentric style makes every scene she is in funnier. In Incredibles 2, she babysits Jack-Jack and upgrades his suit so the family can track and control his powers. Brad Bird voices her with a sharp, theatrical flair, and her lines are among the most quoted in the franchise.
Why it ranks here: It ranks first because she is the franchise’s most memorable supporting character, and her scenes are among the most quoted in both films.
Why fans and critics value it: Fans love her blunt, eccentric personality and the way she turns a small role into a showstopper. Her design and dialogue are widely praised.
Who should watch: Anyone who loves quotable, scene-stealing characters. Pair it with Best Schitt’s Creek Characters, Ranked for another show built on sharp personalities.
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Why the Family Still Feels Real
Even with superpowers, the Parrs argue, worry and try to keep the peace the way real families do. Bob wants his old life back, Helen wants stability, and the children want to be accepted for who they are. Those ordinary conflicts give the big action set pieces something to hang on, which is why the film still works when the explosions stop.
Fans often say the family is the reason they return to the film. Each character gets a clear want, and the story keeps finding new ways to test it. If you want more heart in your viewing, the Parr family is a good place to start, and explore Amazon Prime offers to see how the films are included.
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Final Thoughts
The Incredibles characters show why Pixar’s ensembles last so long. From Edna Mode’s blunt style to Bob’s search for purpose, each character gives the film a clear reason to matter. If you are new to the franchise, start with the first film, then move on to Incredibles 2 for Helen’s arc and the family’s growing powers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the best character in The Incredibles?
Edna Mode is the top pick, because her blunt style and quotable lines make her the franchise’s most memorable supporting character.
Who voices Edna Mode?
Brad Bird voices Edna Mode in both The Incredibles and Incredibles 2.
What are Helen Parr’s powers?
Helen, or Elastigirl, can stretch her body up to 300 feet and reshape it into objects like a parachute or a boat.
What powers does Dash have?
Dash is a speedster who can run over water without sinking, though he is only as strong as an average 10-year-old.
Who is Frozone?
Frozone is Lucius Best, Bob’s best friend, who can freeze water and moisture in the air.
Who is Syndrome?
Syndrome is Buddy Pine, a former fan of Mr. Incredible who becomes a supervillain after Bob rejects him as a sidekick.
Who is Evelyn Deavor?
Evelyn is Winston’s sister in Incredibles 2, and she is the mastermind behind the Screenslaver plot.
Does Jack-Jack have powers?
Yes. Jack-Jack’s powers emerge when Syndrome tries to abduct him, and they become central to Incredibles 2.
Where can I watch The Incredibles?
Availability varies by service and region, so check your local services before you press play.
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