Mr. Hyde

Scooby-Doo

Mr. Hyde is not a canonical character from the original *Scooby-Doo* cartoons. The name and concept are borrowed from Robert Louis Stevenson's novella, *Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde*. The character's implementation varies across different *Scooby-Doo* iterations.

Typically, "Mr. Hyde" in a *Scooby-Doo* context functions as the monstrous alter ego or disguise of a villain. He is often depicted as a large, brutish figure with exaggerated features, embodying evil and chaos. His appearance and motivations align with the literary Mr. Hyde - a manifestation of repressed desires or a dark side unleashed.

In episodes featuring a Mr. Hyde-like character, the mystery often revolves around identifying the individual behind the transformation. This typically involves a scientist, disgruntled employee, or someone with a motive to commit crimes under the guise of a monstrous identity, leveraging the fear associated with the name "Mr. Hyde" to their advantage.