Marvel. Clancy Brown’s deep voice and intimidating presence have made him a natural fit for numerous comic book roles, from iconic villains to complex anti-heroes. With a career spanning multiple superhero franchises, Brown has breathed life into various characters in both animated series and live-action films.

Clancy Brown appeared in the first episode of The Penguin. This marked Brown's 28th canonical comic book character to date. Starring in both movies and television series, Brown has played some of the most iconic superhero characters ever.

29 Salvatore Maroni

The Penguin

Clancy Brown took on the role of Salvatore Maroni in The Penguin, one of Gotham’s most notorious crime bosses. Maroni was betrayed by Carmine Falcone and imprisoned before The Batman but was subsequently visited by Oz Cobb during The Penguin episode 1. Nevertheless, Maroni has a pivotal role in Gotham City's underworld, and Brown's performance lent gravitas to the character, portraying him as both menacing and cunning.

28 Colonel Ray Schoonover

Daredevil & The Punisher

Colonel Ray Schoonover in Daredevil and The Punisher started as a seemingly straightforward military man and mentor to Frank Castle. However, Schoonover is later revealed to be deeply corrupt - involved in drug trafficking and other illegal activities. Clancy Brown's portrayal of Schoonover captures the duality of a war hero turned villain. His commanding presence and delivery made him a captivating antagonist, a tragic embodiment of betrayal in Frank Castle’s life.

27 General Wade Eiling

The Flash

General Wade Eiling in The Flash is a hardened military officer who believes in extreme measures for national security. As the leader of the U.S. Army's metahuman program, Eiling clashed with the Flash and his team on multiple occasions. Brown’s portrayal of Eiling was intense, full of conviction, and morally ambiguous. His deep voice added an authoritarian feel to the character, making him a formidable opponent throughout the show’s run.

26 Surtur

Thor: Ragnarok & What If...?

Clancy Brown voiced the fire demon Surtur in Thor: Ragnarok and later reprised the role in What If...?. Surtur, destined to bring about Ragnarok and the destruction of Asgard, required an imposing and ominous presence. Brown’s thunderous voice brought this apocalyptic character to life, giving Surtur the gravitas and sense of impending doom required for such a mythic figure.

25 Parallax

Green Lantern

In the 2011 flop Green Lantern, Clancy Brown voiced Parallax, the film's main antagonist. Parallax feeds on fear, making him one of the most terrifying villains in the Green Lantern universe. Brown’s booming, menacing voice added an extra layer of dread to the character, making Parallax feel genuinely intimidating. Although the movie failed, Brown’s gave Parallax a distinct sense of malevolence.

24 Lex Luthor

The DC Animated Universe & More

Perhaps Clancy Brown’s most iconic comic book role is that of Lex Luthor, Superman’s arch-nemesis, whom he voiced across various DC animated series, beginning with Superman: The Animated Series and continuing in numerous other projects.

Brown's Luthor is calculating, ruthless, and charismatic, a master manipulator driven by ego and power. His portrayal of Luthor is widely regarded as one of the best interpretations of the character, combining intellect and menace with a subtle charm.

23 Sasquatch

The Incredible Hulk: The Animated Series

Sasquatch, also known as Dr. Walter Langkowski, is a Canadian superhero who can transform into a giant, furry creature similar to the Hulk. In the thrilling episode of The Incredible Hulk: The Animated Series, Clancy Brown voiced the character in his struggle to control his transformations. Brown’s performance reflected the inner conflict of Sasquatch, portraying both his intelligence as a scientist and the rage that comes with his monstrous alter ego.

22 Red Hulk

Ultimate Spider-Man, Hulk And The Agents Of SMASH, & Avengers Assemble

In Ultimate Spider-Man, Hulk and the Agents of SMASH, and Avengers Assemble, Clancy Brown voiced General Thaddeus "Thunderbolt" Ross, also known as the Red Hulk. As Red Hulk, Brown's performance captured the anger and ferocity of a man who has been transformed into the very thing he despises. Brown’s voice added depth to the character, portraying him as a relentless and powerful force of nature.

21 Mr. Freeze

The Batman (2004-2007)

Clancy Brown voiced Mr. Freeze in The Batman animated series, a tragic villain motivated by the desire to save his wife. Brown's version of Freeze was cold and calculating, but he also imbued the character with a subtle sadness, making him more than just a ruthless antagonist. His deep, deliberate delivery underscored Freeze's detached, emotionally frozen state, while still conveying the pain and desperation that drives his actions.

20 Bane

The Batman (2004-2007)

As Bane in The Batman animated series, Brown gave the character a powerful and authoritative presence. Bane, known for his brute strength and tactical intelligence, was voiced with a gravitas that fit his physically imposing nature. Brown delivered Bane’s lines with an intimidating confidence that highlighted the character's dual threat as both a mastermind and a physical powerhouse.