Top 10 Best Fictional Fathers

Arthur Weasley (Harry Potter)

Atticus Finch (To Kill a Mockingbird)

Atticus Finch is a fictional character in Harper Lee's Pulitzer Prize-winning 1960 novel, To Kill a Mockingbird. He is a principled lawyer and the father of Scout and Jem Finch. Atticus is widely regarded as a moral hero for his defense of a Black man falsely accused of rape in the segregated American... read more

Mufasa (The Lion King)

Mufasa is a major character in Disney's 1994 animated feature film, The Lion King. He is the father of Simba, the mate of Sarabi, and the older brother of Scar. Mufasa was the King of the Pride Lands until his death.

In the film, Mufasa is tragically killed by Scar while trying to rescue Simba... read more

I think Mufasa is a bit overrated, mostly because of how trusting he is of Scar. Scar not only threatened Mufasa but also ate Zazu. Seriously.

Mufasa cared for his son Simba.

Oliver "Daddy" Warbucks (Annie)

Ned Flanders (The Simpsons)

Nedward "Ned" Flanders Jr., more commonly known as Flanders, is the Simpson family's deeply religious next-door neighbor. He's a genuinely well-meaning, good-natured person who, despite his strong faith, can be timid and somewhat of a pushover.... read more

Homer is too much of a dunce to be considered a good father. But Ned Flanders is a true family man.

Bob Duncan (Good Luck Charlie)

Maes Hughes (Fullmetal Alchemist)

Maes Hughes is a fictional character in the Fullmetal Alchemist manga and anime series, created by Hiromu Arakawa. He is a Lieutenant Colonel in the Amestrian military and works in the Investigations Division. Known for his deep devotion to his family and close friendship with Roy Mustang, Hughes plays... read more

Mr. Earnshaw (Wuthering Heights)

He adopts the orphan Heathcliff as his own son, along with Catherine and Hindley.
Sadly, he doesn't live long enough to keep all his children in line.

The Father of the Prodigal Son (The Bible)

After his rebellious son returns home from squandering his money, he still throws a wild celebration for him and even tries to get the other son to forgive his brother too.

Marlin (Finding Nemo)

He never gave up looking for Nemo.

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Apu Nahasapeemapetilon (The Simpsons)

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Iroh (Avatar: The Last Airbender)

Iroh is a major character in the Nickelodeon animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender and a minor supporting character in The Legend of Korra. He is a retired Fire Nation general and the elder brother of Fire Lord Ozai. Iroh is beloved for his wisdom, kindness, and deep love of tea and music.

Mike Brady (The Brady Bunch)

He raised his three sons after the death of his first wife and then adopted Carol's three daughters upon marrying her.

Danny Tanner (Full House)

Fred Flintstone (The Flintstones)

Frederick "Fred" Flintstone is the main character of the animated sitcom The Flintstones, which originally aired during prime time on ABC from 1960 to 1966. Fred is portrayed as the husband of Wilma Flintstone and the father of Pebbles Flintstone. He is famous for his loud, brash personality and for... read more

Mr. Bennet (Pride and Prejudice)

Like Tevye, he loves his wife and daughters dearly, but he will not force any of them to marry against their wills.

Jack Fenton (Danny Phantom)

Jack Fenton is a fictional character and the father of Danny Phantom in the American animated series Danny Phantom, created by Butch Hartman for Nickelodeon. He is a ghost hunter and inventor, known for his eccentric behavior and devotion to capturing ghosts. Jack is married to Maddie Fenton and is one... read more

Tenzin (The Legend of Korra)

He cares deeply for his family.

Homer Simpson (The Simpsons)

Homer Jay Simpson is the main protagonist of the American animated television series The Simpsons, serving as the patriarch of the eponymous family. It is implied that he is not very intelligent, with a crayon stuck in his brain often cited as the reason. He works at the Springfield Nuclear Power Plant... read more

Bob Parr (The Incredibles)

Robert "Bob" Parr, also known as Mr. Incredible, is the protagonist of The Incredibles and a central character in Incredibles 2. He is a superhero with superhuman strength and is voiced by Craig T. Nelson. Mr. Incredible is part of a superhero family that fights villains and saves lives while dealing... read more

The Wolf Man (Wolf Children)

Rick Grimes (The Walking Dead)

Richard "Rick" Grimes is a fictional character and the protagonist of the comic book series The Walking Dead and its television adaptation. He is portrayed by Andrew Lincoln in the television series. Rick is a former sheriff's deputy who becomes the leader of a group of survivors during a zombie apocalypse... read more