The Lorax (2012): Complete list of voice cast and characters explained

Dr Seuss' The Lorax was released in 2012 and went on to become one of Illumination Entertainment's popular animated comedies. The film was adapted from the Dr Seuss book of the same name and was directed by filmmaker Chris Renaud.

The movie featured many notable characters in the leading roles of the cast. That included Danny DeVito, Zac Efron, Ed Helms and Taylor Swift among others. Let us explore the full cast list for the film.

The official summary for The Lorax reads:

"A 12-year-old boy searches for the one thing that will enable him to win the affection of the girl of his dreams. To find it he must discover the story of the Lorax, the grumpy yet charming creature who fights to protect his world."

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The Lorax characters and who voiced them explored

1) Danny DeVito as The Lorax

Danny DeVito as The Lorax in a still from the film (via Universal Pictures / YouTube)

Danny DeVito voiced the grumpy and sad Lorax in the film. The Lorax was a magical creature associated with protecting the trees.

However, after humans eradicated the trees from their modern plastic cities like Thneedville, it fell upon him to bestow the last seed upon someone worthy of carrying the world forward.

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2) Zac Efron as Ted Wiggins

Zac Efron as Ted Wiggins in a still from the film (via Universal Pictures/YouTube)

Zac Efron voiced the enthusiastic young teen Ted, who goes on a quest to bring a tree home.

Deeply in love with his neighbour Audrey and intrigued by her love for trees, Ted embarks on a quest to bring her one. Little does he know that he shall become the saviour of Thneedville by doing so.

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3) Ed Helms as the Once-Ler

Ed Helms as the Once-Ler in a still from the film (via Universal Pictures / YouTube)

Ed Helms voices the reclusive old man who becomes a guide for Ted Wiggins. Earlier an inventor, the Once-Ler interacted with the Lorax up close at one point. He even entrusts Ted with the last tree seed to continue the journey and spread The Lorax's message.

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4) Taylor Swift as Audrey

Taylor Swift as Audrey in a still from the film (via Universal Pictures / YouTube)

Taylor Swift voiced the character of Audrey, who was Ted's crush in the film. She's a wide-eyed girl who loves listening to stories about trees and wishes to see one in real life. It's her wish that spurs Ted to go out exploring the trees.

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5) Rob Riggle as Aloysius O'Hare

Rob Riggle as Aloysius O'Hare in a still from the film (via Universal Pictures / YouTube)

Robb Riggle plays Aloysius O'Hare, who is the mayor of Thneedville. He's the one responsible for maintaining the town's plasticity and supplying air to all the citizens. He's the main antagonist of the film, as he actively tries to prevent the return of trees to the town.

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6) Jenny Slate as Mrs Wiggins

Jenny Slate as Mrs Wiggins in a still from the film (via Universal Pictures / YouTube)

Jenny Slate voices the role of Ted's mother Mrs Wiggins. She's Grammy Norma's daughter, is very protective of her son and is extremely organised (and slightly neurotic) when it comes to her son's life.

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7) Betty White as Grammy Norma

Betty White as Grammy Norma in a still from the film (via Universal Pictures / YouTube)

Betty White voices Grammy Norma, Ted's grandmother. She's his inspiration and support, always ready with a joke or wisecrack to lift his spirits.

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Supporting cast featured in The Lorax

Apart from the main cast, The Lorax also features many talented supporting voice actors who have added to the story. They have been listed below, along with the characters they essayed:

• Nasim Pedrad as Isabella: she was the Once-Ler's mother.
• Stephen Tobolowsky as Uncle Ubb: he was the Once-Ler's uncle.
• Elmarie Wendel as Aunt Grizelda: she was the Once-Ler's aunt.
• Danny Cooksey as Brett and Chet: he voiced the dual role of the Once-Ler's twin brothers.
• Joel Swetow as the first Marketing Guy.
• Michael Beattie as the second Marketing Guy.
• Dave B. Mitchell as the first Commercial Guy.
• Dempsey Pappion as the second Commercial Guy.
• Chris Renaud (director) as assorted forest animals.

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Audiences can watch The Lorax online on platforms like JioCinema, YouTube Movies and Amazon Prime Video depending on regional availability.