Random cartoon characters
The cartoon list spans four eras: classic theatrical shorts (Mickey Mouse, Bugs Bunny, Betty Boop), 1980s–90s TV (The Simpsons, Rugrats, The Powerpuff Girls), 2000s favourites (SpongeBob SquarePants, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Phineas and Ferb) and today’s shows (Bluey, Gravity Falls, Adventure Time, Arcane). Filter by era or pick a single show.
How to use the random character generator
- Choose a universe tab: Cartoon characters, Marvel, DC, Star Wars or Any character.
- Use the filters, such as Hero or villain, Team or Affiliation.
- Press Generate, or set How many to build a list for a game.
- Copy or export the result.
Random Marvel character generator
The Marvel tab picks from Avengers, X-Men, Fantastic Four, Guardians of the Galaxy, Defenders and Spider-Man characters, plus villains such as Thanos, Doctor Doom, Magneto and Green Goblin. Each shows the real name (Wolverine is Logan, also called James Howlett) and team. Set Hero or villain to Villain for a random Marvel villain.
Random DC character generator
The DC tab covers the Justice League (Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, Green Lantern, Aquaman, Cyborg), the Batman family (Nightwing, Batgirl, Red Hood), the Teen Titans and villains from The Joker and Lex Luthor to Darkseid and Deathstroke.
Random Star Wars character generator
The Star Wars tab picks from characters across the films and series, from Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader to Ahsoka Tano, Grogu and Cassian Andor, with their species, affiliation (Jedi, Sith, Rebel Alliance, Galactic Empire, First Order, bounty hunter and more) and the film or series where they first appeared on screen.
Ideas
- Drawing challenge: draw the character in a new style, or mash up two from different universes.
- Costume or cosplay: roll a character for a party.
- Who would win?: generate one Marvel and one DC character and debate the fight.
- Heads Up: generate 20 characters and guess who is on your forehead.
Frequently asked questions
What characters can this random character generator pick?
332 real characters: 124 cartoon characters, 80 Marvel characters, 58 DC characters and 70 Star Wars characters. The Any character tab mixes them all.
Can I get only villains?
Yes. In the Marvel or DC tab, set Hero or villain to Villain. In Star Wars, filter Affiliation to Sith, Galactic Empire or First Order.
Does it include real names for superheroes?
Yes. Marvel and DC results show the character’s real name, such as Peter Parker or Bruce Wayne, along with their team.
Which cartoons are included?
Classic characters from Disney shorts, Looney Tunes and Hanna-Barbera, and characters from shows such as The Simpsons, SpongeBob SquarePants, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Gravity Falls and Bluey.
Can I use the list for a party game?
Yes. Generate up to 50 characters with No repeats on, then copy or export them for Heads Up, charades or a costume draw.