The Monsters, Inc. characters and story were one of the early 2000s most original concepts. Unarguably, the idea of monsters scaring children is as old as folklore goes. However, having an energy-producing factory in a monster world that feeds off the scare and screams of children makes the entire existence of monsters worthwhile. Unsurprisingly, Monsters, Inc. was released to massive success. Monsters, Inc. earned $579.7 million from a $115 million production budget.
Monsters, Inc. is centered around two monster characters, Sulley and Mike. After Sulley accidentally lets a human child into the factory and escapes into the city of Monstropolis, the duo must find a way to return the human child safely. While trying to return the human child, they uncover a conspiracy that threatens the existence of Monsters, Inc. With the movie released over two decades ago in 2001, here are the top beloved characters from Monsters, Inc.
James P. “Sulley” Sullivan (Voiced by John Goodman)
James P. “Sulley” Sullivan was one of the protagonists in Monsters, Inc. Sulley was the big, furry monster who worked at the Monsters, Inc. factory as its “Best Scarer.” Sulley was introduced as Mike’s partner and best friend, who formed the top scare team at the factory. Although huge and intimidating, Sulley is compassionate and caring, as he easily develops a bond with the human child. Primetime Emmy Awards winner John Goodman voiced the character.
Mike Wazowski (Voiced by Billy Crystal)
Mike Wazowski is the one-eyed, green, spherical monster character in Monsters, Inc. He is the best friend and working partner of top scarer James P. “Sulley” Sullivan. Mike is also known for his comedic and enthusiastic personality. Comedian, actor, and filmmaker Billy Crystal voiced Mike Wazowski in Monsters, Inc.
Boo (Voiced by Mary Gibbs)
In Monsters, Inc, Boo is the young human girl who befriends the monsters Sulley and Mike. She is very curious and ends up in the monster world, leading to all sorts of adventures and comedic moments. Interestingly, Boo isn’t afraid of Sulley (whom she calls Kitty), Mike, or any other monster, except for her assigned scarer, Randall. The then-five-year-old Mary Gibbs voiced the character. Gibbs was the daughter of one of Monsters, Inc.’s story artists, Rob Gibbs, the late Pixar director and story artist.
Randall Boggs (Voiced by Steve Buscemi)
Randall Boggs was Monsters, Inc’s main antagonist. He’s best described as a sneaky chameleon-like monster who can change his skin color to blend with his surroundings. As a scarer at Monsters, Inc., he’s Sulley and Mike’s rival who hatches a sinister plan to kidnap human children for their screams. Primetime Emmy Awards winner Steve Buscemi voiced Randall Boggs’s character.
Henry J. Waternoose (Voiced by James Coburn)
Henry J. Waternoose was the arachnid, suit-wearing, third-generation CEO of Monsters, Inc., a company his family has owned for generations. He initially seems like a respectable and authoritative figure, but is later revealed as the secondary antagonist. With a decline in screams, Henry J. Waternoose secretly commissioned and worked with Randall Boggs to kidnap kids for their screams. The late film and television actor James Coburn voiced Henry J. Waternoose.
Celia Mae (Voiced by Jennifer Tilly)
Celia Mae was one of the supporting characters in the 2001 Monsters, Inc. movie. She is the Monsters, Inc. factory’s receptionist and Mike Wazowski’s girlfriend. Celia is a confident and sassy monster with living snake-like hair. She’s also one-eyed, like her boyfriend, Mike. She plays a significant role in the movie, especially in her interactions with Mike and her efforts to keep the workplace running smoothly. Academy Award-nominated Canadian actress and professional poker player Jennifer Tilly voiced Celia Mae’s character.
Roz (Voiced by Bob Peterson)
The Roz character is also introduced in a supporting role in Monsters, Inc. Roz is a mollusk-like, strict, and no-nonsense administrative assistant in Monsters, Inc. Scare Floor F. She’s in charge of the floor, Sulley, Mike, and Randall works. Roz wears black, retro cat eyeglasses and is later revealed to be the head of the CDA, working undercover at Monsters, Inc. Pixar’s animator, storyboard supervisor, and voice actor Bob Peterson voices Roz in the movie. Besides Monsters, Inc characters and cast, The Prince of Egypt was another popular animation in its release decade.
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