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When it comes to actors with the most appearances in Marvel and DC projects, the crown surprisingly goes to Clancy Brown, not the more famous faces like Robert Downey Jr. or Hugh Jackman. Known for his remarkable talent as a character actor, Brown has made a significant impact in both franchises, often playing supporting roles or villains that steal the show.
Clancy Brown has appeared in 35 Marvel and DC productions, according to his IMDb page. He recently returned to the spotlight with his role as Salvatore “Sal” Maroni in the upcoming Max series The Penguin, a character well-known in DC lore for disfiguring Harvey Dent, leading to Dent’s transformation into Two-Face.
Brown’s journey in the superhero world began in 1996 with the Incredible Hulk cartoon, where he voiced Sasquatch. That same year, he took on the iconic role of Lex Luthor in various DC Animated Universe (DCAU) projects. His portrayal has made him the longest-serving actor to voice Luthor, comparable to Mark Hamill’s legendary performance as the Joker.
In the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), Brown is recognized as the voice of Surtur in Thor: Ragnarok and its animated counterpart, What If…? He also appeared in live-action as Major Schoonover in both Daredevil and The Punisher, and as General Wade Eiling in The Flash.
Beyond his on-screen roles, Clancy Brown has an extensive resume of voice work in animated series, lending his voice to characters like Red Hulk, Mr. Freeze, Bane, Rhino, and Odin. He even voiced Taskmaster and multiple characters in shows like Spectacular Spider-Man and Young Justice.
Interestingly, Brown is also famously known for voicing Mr. Krabs on SpongeBob SquarePants for over 25 years, showcasing his versatile talent in both animated and live-action roles.
So while many might assume the title of most frequent Marvel and DC actor goes to the likes of Iron Man or Wolverine, it turns out the real king of the superhero genre is Clancy Brown, a prolific performer who continues to leave his mark in The Penguin and beyond. Catch new episodes airing on Sundays starting September 29!