Top 10 Bravest Characters in Movies and TV Series

Mulan (Mulan)

Fa Mulan is a fictional character inspired by the legendary Chinese heroine who appears in Walt Disney Pictures' Mulan (1998) and its direct-to-video sequel Mulan II (2004). She is voiced by Ming-Na Wen, and her story follows her disguise as a male soldier to save her father and bring honor to her family... read more

She is one of the bravest characters I know. She was brave enough to disguise herself as a boy and join the war.

She fought against huge odds for the honor of her family.

Captain Nathan Algren (The Last Samurai)

A beautiful film. A highly courageous character who first must defeat some personal demons, only to find the truly courageous and honorable are his adversaries and captors.

Obi-Wan Kenobi (Star Wars)

Obi-Wan Kenobi is a fictional character in the Star Wars universe, portrayed by Sir Alec Guinness in the original trilogy and by Ewan McGregor in the prequel trilogy. The character is a Jedi Master who plays a pivotal role in the training of both Anakin and Luke Skywalker. Obi-Wan also appears in the... read more

Kill an unbeatable foe who has just killed your master? Check. Take on Grievous and his minions singlehandedly? Child's play. Cripple and seemingly destroy his beloved apprentice? Heartbreaking, but done. Later, die at the hands of Darth Vader so that others might escape? Easy peasy. Bravery was never an issue with ole' Ben.

It's over, Anakin. I have the high ground.

He fought General Grievous and killed him with no fear whatsoever, and he fought Anakin and beat him even though he knew Anakin was stronger than him.

William Wallace (Braveheart)

Although this film has quite a few historical inaccuracies, there can be no doubt that the real William Wallace and the character in this film were both exceedingly brave.

Kinda why the movie is called Braveheart.

Harry Potter (Harry Potter)

Harry James Potter is the title character of the Harry Potter book series written by J. K. Rowling. The series chronicles his life from age eleven, when he discovers that he is a wizard and begins attending Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Over seven years, Harry confronts numerous challenges... read more

I wondered if I should add him, seeing I'm far from an expert on the franchise, but come on, even I know this guy faced an incredible amount of pure evil. Thank you for adding.

Ofelia (Pan's Labyrinth)

This character lived through an unspeakably violent and inhumane time, and that is focused on in great detail in the film. A child's incredible brave journey, although the film is certainly not for younger children.

Ellen Ripley (Alien)

Ellen Louise Ripley is a fictional character and the protagonist of the Alien film series. She is portrayed by American actress Sigourney Weaver. Ripley is widely regarded as one of the strongest and most iconic female characters in science fiction cinema.

Frodo Baggins (The Lord of the Rings)

Frodo Baggins is a fictional character and the main protagonist of J. R. R. Tolkien's novel The Lord of the Rings. He was a Hobbit of the Shire during the Third Age and was chosen to be the bearer of the One Ring in the quest to destroy it. Frodo was portrayed by Elijah Wood in Peter Jackson's film adaptations... read more

Nearly every scene in the film (The Return of the King) including Frodo is a test of his bravery and resolve.

Luke Skywalker (Star Wars)

Luke Skywalker is a fictional character appearing as the central protagonist of the original Star Wars film trilogy and as a supporting character in the sequel trilogy of the Star Wars universe created by George Lucas. He is portrayed by Mark Hamill. Luke is a Jedi Knight who plays a crucial role in... read more

Boo (Monsters, Inc.)

Mary Gibbs, born on October 5, 1996, is an American voice actress. She is best known for voicing Boo, the curious and fearless toddler in the 2001 Pixar animated film Monsters, Inc. The character Boo is the film's tritagonist and is central to the story's emotional core.

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Ka D'Argo (Farscape)

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Natalie Scatorccio (Yellowjackets)

John McClane (Die Hard)

John McClane is a fictional character who serves as the protagonist of the Die Hard film series. He is an NYPD detective who repeatedly finds himself battling terrorists in extreme situations. The character was portrayed by Bruce Willis throughout the series.

Highly skilled, well-armed international thieves are nothing for McClane. Just give him the right size shoes and a machine gun. Ho ho ho.

Steve Rogers / Captain America (Marvel Cinematic Universe)

Captain Steven Grant Rogers, better known as Steve Rogers or Captain America, is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. He is a World War II veteran and is famously known as the First Avenger. The character was created by Joe Simon and Jack Kirby and was portrayed... read more

Dobby (Harry Potter)

Dobby is a fictional house-elf from J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series. He first appears in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets and becomes a recurring character throughout the series. Dobby is known for his loyalty to Harry Potter and ultimately sacrifices his life to save his friends.

Katsumoto (The Last Samurai)

On second thought, I'd place him above Nathan Algren. I think maybe Tom Cruise would place him above Nathan Algren. No fear.

Dr. Alan Grant (Jurassic Park)

Dutch (Predator)

Basically Schwarzenegger's equivalent to John Rambo, Dutch defeated an alien that killed a bunch of his friends.

Samwise Gamgee (The Lord of the Rings)

Samwise Gamgee, known as Sam, was a Hobbit of the Shire. He was Frodo Baggins' gardener and best friend. Sam proved himself to be Frodo's most loyal and dependable companion in the quest to destroy the One Ring.

He played a critical role in protecting Frodo and helping complete their mission.... read more

In my opinion, Sam is braver than Frodo. Sam was by Frodo's side the whole way, even when Frodo wasn't by his.

Simply ridiculously brave. He continued to follow Frodo even though he had the choice not to.

Sam vs. Shelob. That took some serious intestinal fortitude, Samwise Gamgee.

Raylan Givens (Justified)

Raylan plays dirty, no doubt, but his conviction to clean up his home county from its deep-rooted domestic and foreign criminal elements is nothing short of heroic.

King Leonidas (300)

I mean, do I have to explain? He marched into an unwinnable battle just to show Greece that a God King could bleed. Obviously that's not historically accurate, but that's beside the point.

Hermione Granger (Harry Potter)

Han Solo (Star Wars)

Han Solo is a fictional character in the Star Wars franchise. In the original film trilogy, he and his co-pilot, Chewbacca, become involved in the Rebel Alliance's fight against the Galactic Empire. Portrayed by Harrison Ford, Han Solo was also the focus of the 2018 film Solo: A Star Wars Story, in which... read more

Chief Martin Brody (Jaws)

The dude took out two killer sharks despite originally being afraid of the water, and he took out the original shark when two shark experts couldn't.

Peter Parker / Spider-Man (The Avengers)

Spider-Man is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics, set within its shared universe. The character was created by writer-editor Stan Lee and writer-artist Steve Ditko and first appeared in the anthology comic book Amazing Fantasy #15 (August 1962) during the... read more

Merida (Brave)

Merida is the main protagonist of Pixar's 2012 film Brave and was the first Pixar-created heroine to join the Disney Princess line-up. She is a skilled archer and the 16-year-old princess of the Scottish kingdom of DunBroch. Merida seeks to break away from traditional royal expectations and mends her... read more