Greatest Cartoon Villains of All Time
Maleficent (Sleeping Beauty) or Gargamel (The Smurfs)
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Why This Battle Matters
Who truly reigns as the sultan of sinister? In this epic showdown between Gargamel, the bumbling sorcerer forever chasing the Smurfs, and Maleficent, the majestic mistress of evil from 'Sleeping Beauty', we explore a clash of villainous styles. Gargamel's ceaseless, almost comedic quest contrasts sharply with Maleficent's grand, chilling gravitas. What's at stake? More than just bragging rights; it's about whose style of malevolence resonates more deeply in our cultural psyche. Will fans champion the underdog's relentless pursuit, or the titan's poised power? Your choice decides who embodies the pinnacle of cartoon villainy.
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Maleficent (Sleeping Beauty) over Gargamel (The Smurfs) when it comes to the greatest Cartoon Villains of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Maleficent (Sleeping Beauty) 58.3% of the time over Gargamel (The Smurfs).
Across all battles:
Maleficent (Sleeping Beauty) win rate: 59.2%
Gargamel (The Smurfs) win rate: 36.6%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in the Greatest Cartoon Villains of All Time league?
The top spot in the Greatest Cartoon Villains of All Time league is currently held by the Joker from 'Batman: The Animated Series'. Check out where Maleficent and Gargamel stand in the battle by visiting the GOAT List.
What makes Gargamel so beloved by fans?
Gargamel has his own quirky charm, doesn't he? Fans love him for his endless, albeit often failed, schemes to catch the Smurfs. His bumbling nature and over-the-top plans make him less terrifying and more relatable as the underdog villain you love to root for.
Why is Maleficent leading over Gargamel in the Greatest Cartoon Villains of All Time league?
Fans are probably voting Maleficent ahead because of her iconic status and sheer magical menace in 'Sleeping Beauty'. Her dramatic flair and that unforgettable transformation into a dragon really capture the imagination more than Gargamel's bumbling pursuit of the Smurfs.