The Marvel Cinematic Universe, with numerous impressive displays of power exemplifying this. From thunderous punches to ground-shaking roars, Hulk's presence on screen has remained one of the most visually striking aspects of Marvel's superhero lineup. Whether he’s battling gods, armored Avengers, or genetically enhanced soldiers, Hulk often commands the screen with sheer force and terrifying energy.
In the MCU timeline, Bruce Banner’s transformations into the Hulk are moments of explosive energy, often signifying that things are about to get out of hand. Introduced in The Incredible Hulk (2008) and further popularized in The Avengers (2012), the Hulk became known for his uncontrollable strength and unpredictability. The more he fights, the angrier, and thus, stronger, he gets. Though the character would eventually become more controlled and intellectual as “Smart Hulk,” the most memorable sequences often come from the earlier phases where his fury was unfiltered.
10 Hulk Nearly Defeats Iron Man In The Hulkbuster Armor
Avengers: Age Of Ultron
In Avengers: Age of Ultron, Hulk goes on a rampage in South Africa under the influence of Wanda Maximoff’s mind manipulation. Tony Stark is forced to deploy “Veronica,” his Hulkbuster armor – a massive suit designed specifically to counter the Hulk. What follows is one of the most destructive and intense fights in the MCU. Hulk rips buildings apart, smashes the Hulkbuster to pieces, and even tears out its parts mid-battle.
8 Hulk Stories In The MCU That Went Nowhere
The most frustrating thing about Hulk being sidelined in the MCU is how amazing plots were established that were completely abandoned or forgotten.
Stark barely holds his own, constantly repairing the suit in real-time. The scene perfectly captures Hulk’s overwhelming strength, as he remains the dominant force despite Stark’s advanced tech. Iron Man’s constant retreat and attempts to subdue him only emphasize how close Hulk comes to total victory. This battle is an unforgettable demonstration of how terrifying Hulk can be when fully unleashed.
9 Hulk Kicks Emil Blonsky
The Incredible Hulk
In The Incredible Hulk (2008), Emil Blonsky, a soldier enhanced with a prototype super-soldier serum, gets cocky during a face-off with the Hulk on a university campus. Blonsky dodges several of Hulk’s attacks with incredible speed and agility, momentarily giving the illusion that he can keep up. However, then comes a moment that changes everything – Hulk winds up and delivers a devastating kick that sends Blonsky flying across the battlefield, his bones visibly breaking on impact.
It's one of the most brutal and sudden demonstrations of Hulk’s power in the MCU. The moment is short, but it’s unforgettable. It shows the massive power gap between even enhanced humans and Hulk, and it reinforces the idea that you don’t need a long fight to feel just how dangerous Bruce Banner’s alter ego really is.
8 The Hulk Fights Thor
Thor: Ragnarok
In Thor: Ragnarok, Hulk faces off against Thor in the Grandmaster’s arena, offering a fresh dynamic between two Avengers who’ve long teased their rivalry. This time, it’s a proper battle between god and monster, and it does not disappoint. The two clash in a brutal, arena-shaking match that showcases just how evenly matched they are. Hulk lands colossal blows, throws Thor around like a ragdoll, and even leaps into the air with a massive hammer-like slam.
10 Best Fights From The Original 70s Hulk Show
The 1970s The Incredible Hulk series was truly iconic, featuring a litany of thrilling, and often silly, fights featuring Marvel’s Green Goliath.
What makes this scene so powerful-looking is not just Hulk's physical dominance, but the sheer joy he seems to take in fighting. The MCU rarely gives Hulk such a spotlighted fight sequence, and here he shines as a gladiatorial beast. It’s a fan-favorite moment for a reason, capturing the unrelenting power of the green goliath.
7 The Hulk Beats Up Loki
The Avengers
In The Avengers (2012), one of the most iconic and comedic Hulk moments also happens to be one of his most powerful. When Loki tries to assert dominance in Stark Tower, arrogantly calling himself a god, Hulk casually grabs him mid-sentence and thrashes him around like a ragdoll. The act is so sudden, so violent, and so effortless that it instantly becomes legendary. Loki is left groaning, dazed, and completely broken – both physically and in spirit.
The camera lingers just long enough on the aftermath to show that even a god isn’t immune to Hulk’s wrath. The line “puny god,” delivered with such nonchalance, punctuates the moment perfectly. It’s a brief scene, but it encapsulates Hulk’s terrifying strength and sets a standard for physical dominance that few other MCU characters can match.
6 Hulk Holds Up The Collapsed Avengers Base
Avengers: Endgame
In Avengers: Endgame, after Thanos’ ship rains destruction on the Avengers compound, Hulk, Rocket, and War Machine find themselves buried under tons of rubble. With his arm severely damaged from wielding the Infinity Gauntlet just minutes earlier, Hulk summons every ounce of strength to the massive weight of the collapsed structure. The visual is staggering: despite his pain and injuries, Hulk remains the only thing preventing their complete annihilation.
10 Most Ridiculous Scenes From The 1970s Incredible Hulk Show
The Incredible Hulk series was peak 1970s television, filled with bizarre plots and zany visuals, inadvertently creating some hilarious scenes.
It's a quiet but powerful sequence that showcases his raw physical strength under pressure. There’s no dramatic music or dialogue – just Hulk gritting his teeth and keeping everyone alive through sheer force of will. It’s one of the most underrated demonstrations of Hulk’s resilience and might, proving that he’s not only a powerhouse in combat but a literal foundation of strength.
5 Hulk Snaps The Infinity Gauntlet
Avengers: Endgame
Snapping the Infinity Gauntlet is no small feat. In Avengers: Endgame, Hulk steps up to wield Tony Stark’s version of the Gauntlet, knowing full well the toll it took on Thanos. With all six Infinity Stones surging through his body, Hulk endures unimaginable pain to bring back everyone lost to the Blip. The gamma radiation nearly destroys his arm, but Hulk grits through it, unleashing a massive energy wave.
The moment feels like a fusion of power and sacrifice – Hulk alone has the durability and strength to handle the snap without dying. While the scars are permanent, the act itself is a major testament to his strength and resilience. It’s one of the few times Hulk isn’t just smashing enemies – he’s rewriting the fate of the universe, and he survives where most others wouldn’t.
4 Hulk Vs Abomination
The Incredible Hulk
The final battle in The Incredible Hulk delivers a colossal showdown between Hulk and Emil Blonsky’s monstrous new form: the Abomination. The two titans brawl through the streets of Harlem in one of the MCU’s most physically brutal fights. Hulk trades blows, flips cars into weapons, and smashes through buildings. The stakes feel raw and intense, especially since Abomination is more than a match for him.
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Bruce Banner’s Hulk-outs have evolved notably throughout the years, from the glorious practical effects of the 1970s to the CGI spectacle today.
Hulk gets injured, but he rallies with iconic displays of power – most notably using a smashed car as brass knuckles. The battle crescendos with Hulk choking out Abomination using a giant chain, roaring with primal fury as he ends the chaos. It’s a climactic and unrelenting moment that reminds audiences why the Hulk is not to be underestimated, even when matched against an equal or greater force.
3 Hulk Rampages Through The SHIELD Helicarrier
The Avengers
In The Avengers (2012), after Loki manipulates Bruce Banner into losing control, Hulk bursts out mid-transformation aboard the S.H.I.E.L.D. Helicarrier, and chaos ensues. What makes this moment so powerful-looking is how utterly uncontrollable Hulk becomes. He smashes through steel corridors, tears apart the infrastructure, and becomes an immediate threat to everyone on board, ally or not. The scene emphasizes his wild, destructive nature and shows that Hulk is a danger even in a supposedly secure environment.
His relentless pursuit of Black Widow through the dark, tight quarters is as terrifying as it is visually intense. The sequence escalates with Hulk battling Thor, smashing a jet, and nearly taking down the entire Helicarrier. It’s a reminder of Hulk's raw power in close quarters, where there's nowhere to hide from the green rage monster.
2 Hulk Holds Back Fenris
Thor: Ragnarok
In Thor: Ragnarok, when the massive wolf Fenris lunges toward the fleeing Asgardians, Hulk makes a thrilling entrance. After Bruce’s hilarious failed Hulk-out leaves him lying unconscious on the Bifrost, Hulk surprises the Asgardians by grabbing Fenris’s tale, halting the giant wolf just in time. What follows is a jaw-dropping battle between two literal beasts. Despite Fenris’ godlike size and viciousness, Hulk grabs him by the jaws, slams him around, and throws him off the edge of Asgard’s floating continent.
The sheer scale of the moment makes it one of Hulk’s most visually impressive feats. While everyone else battles Hela’s undead army, Hulk holds the line against a monster that could wipe out dozens in seconds. The scene is both heroic and feral, capturing Hulk’s unique place in the MCU as the ultimate physical counter to supernatural threats.
1 The Hulk Vs The Chitauri Leviathan
The Avengers
During the Battle of New York in The Avengers, the team faces a massive Chitauri Leviathan – a colossal, armored alien war-beast soaring through the city. While Iron Man distracts it, Hulk steps in to finish the job. In one of the most memorable moments of the entire MCU, Banner transforms into the Hulk and smashes into the Leviathan’s face with a single punch, sending it crashing into the street below.
10 Times Hulk Stole The Scene In The MCU
The Hulk has changed a lot throughout the Marvel Cinematic Universe. However, despite his evolution, he always manages to steal the scene.
It’s a perfect blend of spectacle, strength, and comic book fantasy. The scale of the creature compared to Hulk only makes his feat more impressive. This moment instantly defined Hulk as a top-tier powerhouse among the Avengers. Not only was it a turning point in the battle, but it also showcased the cinematic potential of Hulk’s raw, monster-like might in grand fashion.
Hulk
- Created by
- Jack Kirby
- First Film
- The Incredible Hulk Returns
- Latest Film
- Avengers: Endgame
- First TV Show
- The Incredible Hulk
- Latest TV Show
- She-Hulk: Attorney at Law
- Cast
- Bill Bixby, Lou Ferrigno, Mark Ruffalo
