Marvel Roles You Never Realized Were Played By Sitcom Actors

The nationwide sitcom exposure seems to be an ideal stepping-stone for up-and-coming performers to reach big-budget movies. Tried, tested, and already recognizable and popular, actors from sitcoms have what it takes to become superheroes. Still, there are lots of these thespians you may not have known have already been involved in comic book adaptations. Some of television's biggest talents have loaned out their voices for major superhero projects. Keep reading to discover some Marvel roles you never realized were played by sitcom actors.

No matter how old viewers are or what generation they were born in, most have fond memories of cartoons that made an impression on them during their formative years. From early cartoons like Gertie the Dinosaur to iconic Disney villains like Ursula, everyone has their favorite. After considering everything from cult followings to cultural impact, we're ranking the 60 best cartoon characters of all time.

Animation has grown into an enormous industry, and studios all over the world produce animated films on a regular basis. These days, however, the vast majority of animated films are CGI — computer-generated imagery — and traditional modes of hand-drawn animation are far and few between. While hand-drawn animation films do still get made, it's hard not to lament the loss of such a wonderful form of filmmaking. For fans of traditional hand-drawn animation and those who just love incredibly good-looking movies, we've put together this list of the most beautiful hand-drawn animated films ever.

In 1992, Batman: The Animated Series hit television screens and changed the Dark Knight forever. With an art deco style heavy on shadows and a storytelling approach that stripped characters down to their essence, it wasn't just a success—it exerted an influence that's still being felt today. But as good as it was for its heroes, the real attraction was the villains, and that's why we're sitting down with all 85 episodes of the original Batman: The Animated Series to rank all the bad guys—that's every single villain—from worst to best.

Unfortunately, while the Joker's greatness has resulted in some genuinely great performances, the character's track record outside the comics hasn't exactly been spotless. With over a dozen major appearances in TV, movies, and video games, the varied interpretations of the Clown Prince of Crime have cast a pretty wide net from amazing to terrible, and we've taken the time to rank them all from worst to best. Want to see which one reigns supreme and which ones just can't cut it? Read on!