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25 Great Movies That Are Hard To Recommend
25. Terra
Terra’s sacrifice to save the city is a powerful act of redemption after her betrayal. Her death hits hard because it shows her choosing to make things right, even at the cost of her own life. | © Cartoon Network
24. Mama Coco
Mama Coco’s passing is a deeply emotional moment, showing the powerful bond between generations and the importance of remembering loved ones. Her quiet goodbye reminds us that even after death, memories keep those we love alive in our hearts. | © Walt Disney Pictures
23. Sarah Lynn
Sarah Lynn’s overdose in BoJack Horseman is a crushing reminder of the show’s raw portrayal of addiction, trauma, and lost innocence. Her slow downfall, shaped by BoJack’s influence, remains one of the most heartbreaking moments in the entire series. | © Netflix
22. X-49
X-49’s story shows the world through the eyes of a tired assassin just longing for peace. His quiet, tragic death adds unexpected emotional weight, making him one of the show’s most unforgettable side characters. | © Cartoon Network
21. Tuba
Tuba’s brutal death at Simon’s hands shatters Hazel’s world and marks the point where Simon fully turns villain. The heartbreaking loss of her closest companion sparks deep changes in both Hazel and Grace, setting their stories on very different paths. | © Cartoon Network
21. Lu Ten
Lu Ten’s death during the war deeply wounds General Iroh and alters the future of the Fire Nation. Even though we never see it happen, his loss leaves a lasting impact on the entire story and its heroes. | © Netflix
20. Zane
Zane’s heroic sacrifice to defeat the Golden Master was a powerful moment that left both his team and fans grieving. As a Nindroid who learned what it meant to be human, his death carried a deep emotional weight that made it truly unforgettable. | © Warner Bros. Pictures
19. Bing Bong
Bing Bong realises the only way to save Riley’s happiness is to sacrifice himself so Joy can escape the abyss. His heartbreaking final words, "Take her to the moon for me," make his goodbye one of Pixar’s most unforgettable and emotional moments. | © Walt Disney Pictures
18. Big Henry
In American Pop, Big Henry sacrifices himself to hold up a collapsing mine, saving dozens of lives at the cost of his own. His death is made even sadder by the fact that the miners ultimately lose the competition he gave everything. | © Disney Channel
17. Ace
Batman chooses compassion over violence, comforting the dying Ace instead of following orders to kill her. Their quiet, emotional moment not only saves her from fear but also brings Batman’s own story full circle. | © Warner Bros. Animation
16. Gurgi
Gurgi bravely sacrifices himself by jumping into the Cauldron to save his friends. His selfless act turns a cheerful sidekick into the story’s true hero. | © Walt Disney Pictures
15. Tarzan's Parents
The young boy’s parents survive a shipwreck and build a new life, only to be tragically killed by a wild animal. The haunting scene of their empty, ruined home makes their death all the more heartbreaking, especially after all they fought to overcome. | © Walt Disney Pictures
14. Littlefoot’s Mom
In The Land Before Time, Littlefoot’s mother sacrifices herself to save him, leaving the young dinosaur heartbroken and lost in a world he barely understands. Her final words about following his heart still echo as one of the most emotional moments in animated film history. | © Universal Pictures
13. Stoick the Vast
In How to Train Your Dragon 2, Stoick’s sudden death while saving Hiccup from a hypnotised Toothless hits like a punch to the gut. Losing his father without a chance to say goodbye leaves Hiccup heartbroken and struggling to forgive the very dragon he loves most. | © 20th Century Fox
12. Sitka brother bear
Sitka’s heartbreaking sacrifice to save his younger brothers comes after a chain of mistakes that could have been avoided. His death not only shatters Kenai and Denahi but also sets the emotional journey of the entire story into motion. | © Walt Disney Pictures
11. Tadashi
Tadashi’s selfless decision to rush into danger costs him his life, leaving his brother Hiro devastated and lost. His death isn’t just the loss of a brilliant mind, but of the heart of his family — a pain that lingers throughout the entire story. | © Walt Disney Pictures
10. Ellie Fredricksen
In Up, Ellie’s life with Carl is shown in a beautiful, wordless montage that captures decades of love, dreams, and heartbreak. Her quiet passing leaves Carl and the audience clinging to bittersweet memories that hit harder every time you watch. | © Walt Disney Pictures
9. Ray
In The Princess and the Frog, Ray’s bright spirit and belief in love made him one of the film’s most lovable characters. His sudden, senseless death while standing up to Dr. Facilier broke hearts everywhere, especially when we saw his light finally join his beloved Evangeline in the stars. | © Walt Disney Pictures
8. Setsuko
Setsuko’s slow decline from starvation is heartbreaking to watch, as her innocent spirit fades while her brother desperately tries to save her. Her death, marked by heartbreaking hallucinations and helplessness, stands as one of the most devastating moments in all of animation. | © Toho
7. Iron Giant
The towering robot wins hearts with his childlike innocence before making the ultimate sacrifice to save a town from destruction. His tearful farewell, choosing to be a hero rather than a weapon, left audiences heartbroken — and hopeful. | © Warner Bros. Pictures
6. Kerchak
Kerchak spends most of the movie keeping Tarzan at a distance, only to finally accept him as his son with his dying breath. His sacrifice and final words bring the story full circle, making his death both heartbreaking and deeply meaningful. | © Walt Disney Pictures
5. Bambi’s Mother
At the time of its release, the death of Bambi's mother was one of the most shocking and significant moments in the history, showing the young fawn lose his mother. Spending so much time bonding with her before the loss made it all the more devastating, leaving a mark on generations of viewers. | © Walt Disney Pictures
4. Pedro
Pedro’s death is first told as a simple story, but later we see the full heartbreak through Alma’s eyes. His selfless sacrifice to save his family, and Alma’s grief as she builds a life without him, make his loss hit so much harder the second time around. | © Walt Disney Pictures
3. Philip J. Fry II
In Luck of the Fryrish, Fry believes his brother stole his name, only to find out it was passed down to his nephew to honor him. The reveal that his family never forgot him turns a story of anger into one of pure, tear-jerking love and loss. | © 20th Television
2. Seymour the Dog
Fry’s loyal dog Seymour waits for him outside a pizza shop for years, never knowing his best friend would never return. Watching Seymour grow old and pass away, still standing guard, is one of the most heartbreaking gut-punches in animated history. | © 20th Television
1. Mufasa
Mufasa’s death in The Lion King crushed audiences everywhere, showing a young Simba losing his father in a brutal stampede orchestrated by his uncle. Watching Simba’s heartbreak and guilt made this moment one of the most unforgettable and painful scenes in animation history. | © Walt Disney Pictures
