The Hulk is a hugely popular and iconic Marvel character, known for his incredible strength combined with a surprisingly human side. While he’s been a key part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, getting a dedicated Hulk movie has been tricky due to disagreements over rights. This means Mark Ruffalo’s version of the Hulk hasn’t had his own standalone series. Despite this, the Hulk has been a consistent and important member of the Avengers, appearing in many films and always helping to save the world when it’s threatened.
The Hulk has been a significant character in a surprising number of films and TV shows. He’s played a major role in projects like *The Incredible Hulk*, the *Avengers* series, *Thor: Ragnarok*, *She-Hulk: Attorney at Law*, *What If…?*, and *Marvel Zombies*. He’s also made smaller appearances in *Captain Marvel* and *Loki*, and his alter ego, Bruce Banner, shows up in post-credit scenes for *Iron Man 3* and *Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings*. With another appearance planned for the upcoming *Spider-Man: Brand New Day*, the Hulk’s story is continuing, and he’s had ample opportunity to showcase his incredible strength throughout his many on-screen adventures.
7) Defeating the Abomination (The Incredible Hulk)
Okay, let’s talk about the climax of *The Incredible Hulk*. The final showdown in Harlem wasn’t just a brawl; it was the Hulk facing off against a truly terrifying mirror image. This villain, the Abomination – played by Tim Roth – wasn’t just strong, he was *calculated*. He’d combined the super-soldier serum with Banner’s gamma radiation, and the result was a monster who was physically superior to the Hulk – faster, stronger, and, honestly, just plain meaner. He didn’t just want to win, he enjoyed making the Hulk suffer, and that made him a genuinely chilling opponent. It was a smart move to give us a villain who wasn’t just a bigger, greener brute, but someone who actually *thought* during the fight.
The fight begins with the Abomination easily defeating Hulk, leaving him badly injured. However, this is when Hulk’s incredible strength truly emerges. Driven by his intense anger and determination to protect others, he surpasses his limits and begins to overpower the Abomination. The climax is particularly noteworthy, as Hulk deliberately stops short of killing Blonsky, demonstrating that he still retains a part of his human side.
6) Killing a Space Whale (The Avengers)
During the epic battle to save New York in *The Avengers*, the heroes were overwhelmed by the Chitauri invasion. Things looked hopeless when the Leviathans—huge, armored spaceships shaped like whales—arrived. These massive creatures easily destroyed skyscrapers, making it seem like the Avengers couldn’t save the city. But then the Hulk intervened. In a now-iconic moment, he charged directly at a Leviathan and, with one powerful punch, stopped it in its tracks. He then tore through its armor, destroying it from within. This scene was the first time audiences saw the full extent of the Hulk’s incredible strength in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, solidifying his role as the team’s most powerful asset.
5) Breaking Down the Hulkbuster (Avengers: Age of Ultron)
In Avengers: Age of Ultron, Scarlet Witch’s mental attack on Bruce Banner created an exceptionally dangerous version of the Hulk. His destructive outburst in Johannesburg was so severe that Tony Stark had to use his last resort: the Hulkbuster armor. This incredible suit was built as a powerful machine specifically to stop and subdue the Hulk.
The ensuing battle was massive, destroying entire sections of the city. The armored suit was packed with powerful weapons and had repair parts readily available, but none of it mattered. The Hulk’s anger had no bounds, and he methodically ripped the suit apart. He smashed through its strong frame and crushed its machinery, demonstrating that not even the most brilliant strategies could withstand his overwhelming rage.
4) Battling the God of Thunder (Thor: Ragnarok)
After crash-landing in space, the Hulk became the reigning champion of the Contest of Champions on the planet Sakaar, earning fame as a powerful gladiator. His rule was challenged by an unexpected opponent: Thor. Their epic battle proved the Hulk was among the strongest beings in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He fearlessly fought Thor, even overpowering the God of Thunder at times, showcasing a strength that rivaled a god’s. Though Thor eventually unlocked greater power with lightning, the Hulk continued to fight bravely. Sadly, the Grandmaster interrupted the fight before a clear winner could be determined.
3) Fist Fighting the Fenris Wolf (Thor: Ragnarok)
The battle to save Asgard in *Thor: Ragnarok* was a wild clash between gods and monsters. Among the most dangerous fighters was Fenris, a huge, powerful wolf loyal to Hela (Cate Blanchett). This creature from myth could easily break through Asgard’s defenses. Luckily, when the Hulk appeared on the Rainbow Bridge, he instantly started fighting the massive wolf. They exchanged powerful blows, demonstrating the incredible strength of both beasts. The fight ended with the Hulk lifting Fenris high above his head and slamming him down, then punching him with such force that the wolf was thrown off Asgard and into space.
2) Reverting Thanos’ Snap (Avengers: Endgame)
After the Avengers retrieved the Infinity Stones in *Avengers: Endgame*, they needed to use them to reverse Thanos’s destructive snap. However, the stones released dangerous gamma radiation that would likely kill anyone who tried to use them. Bruce Banner, now fully merged with the intelligent Smart Hulk persona, stepped up to do it. Because the stones’ energy was mostly gamma radiation, he believed his own body, already infused with gamma, could handle the strain. Even Thanos, a powerful being, almost died from the stones’ power, but the Hulk was able to withstand it and successfully bring back the half of all life that had been erased. Though the act severely injured his arm, the Hulk’s survival proved just how incredibly durable he is.
1) Holding the Energy of the Infinity Stones (Marvel Zombies)
The Hulk’s greatest display of strength happened in the dark world of the *Marvel Zombies* comics. After a zombie Thanos arrived with the Infinity Gauntlet, the remaining heroes fought a last, desperate battle. During the fight, the Infinity Stones were broken, releasing a huge burst of cosmic energy that could have destroyed Earth. Only the Hulk was strong enough to absorb and hold this dangerous power. Unlike in *Endgame*, where he used a special gauntlet to control the stones, here he absorbed the raw energy directly into his body. This turned him into a kind of anchor for the universe’s most basic forces, proving that the Hulk is one of the few beings in existence capable of containing such immense creative power.
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