21 Beautifully Sad Movies That Will Make You Emotional Everytime You Watch Them

There are days when we feel like crying all our stress out. But most of the time it doesn’t happen naturally, we need something to help us cry it out. What’s better than an absolute emotional movie that would help you to cry your frustration? These movies are said to have made the emotional stones cry as well! Good for you, eh? Also, did you know, crying actually makes the skin look much better? The article might contain spoilers regarding a few films.

Here is the list of 21 absolutely heart-wrenching movies for you to wail upon:

1. A Walk To Remember – 2002

The film is cinematographed from the book written by Nicholas Sparks,starring Mandy Moore and Shane West. The film has supposedly made its viewers ugly cry, not once but more than 5 times. Though one of the characters dies at the end, which was pretty obvious since the beginning. the fans have not stopped theorizing about their could have been future, even after years.

2. The Lion King – 2019

Disney takes the lead yet again. Though this film is supposedly a “kids” film, it has consecutively made adults shed their tears in the most innocent way possible. The film is based on a cub named Simba and his dad, being the ruler of the forest. Spoiler, when Simba cried looking at his father die at such a young age broke the hearts. Just because of the wicked uncle who killed Simba’s dad, it really made Simba go into a deep depression at such a young age.

3. Five Feet Apart – 2019

The 2019 film, directed by Justin Badloni supposedly made most of its viewers cry. Stella (Hailey Lu Richardson) and Will (Cole Sprouse), both meet at a hospital, since they’re diagnosed with the deadly lung disease, CF. Eventually, they fell in love, but they always had to stay five feet away from each other, since it was a rule for them to follow. Spoiler alert, the scene where Stella got to know she lost her best friend Poe. And when Stella couldn’t talk while Will walked away, broke the hearts of the viewers in several million pieces.

4. The Fault In Our Stars – 2014

The movie is an adaptation of the book itself written by John Green. It talks about two teenagers, who met each other through a cancer support group, eventually they fall in love, knowing that none of them has much time to survive due to their severe disease. Yet they tried to be optimistic about the situations, fulfilled some of their dreams together, Starred by Shailene Woodley (Hazel Grace Lancaster) and Ansel Elgort (Augustus Waters), this movie will definitely make you go through an emotional roller-coaster. It would make you laugh at times and cry at the most unexpected moments.

5. Me Before You – 2016

Louisa Clarke (Emilia Clark) was hired by Mrs. Traynor as her paralyzed son, Will Traynor’s (Sam Claffin) caretaker, mainly to cheer him up since the accident happened. Though they were polar opposites, they made each other happy. Lou did all that she did for him, and he motivated Lou to do all the activities she was scared of. But at the end of the story, things do not go in the direction we wanted them to go. Perhaps, heartbreak for the viewers.

6. Jojo Rabbit – 2019

Jojo is the boring protagonist for the story, he loved the ideologies of his imaginary friend, Adolf Hilter. But one day he finds out his single mother was hiding a Jewish girl in their house. That’s when his entire perspective changed. Though the movie is banned in some states due to the controversial plot and story script, the story is really heartbreaking.

7. Forrest Gump – 1994

Tom Hanks, as Forrest Gump, is one of the major attractions in this film. From having problems in walking to being one of the best runners, Forrest proved it all. But then as time passes he realizes he was tired of running, physically and metaphorically. Once he gets back to the one he loves, something unexpected happens, leaving the viewers in awe and uncontrollable tear streams.

8. Dead Poets Society – 1989

John Keating (Robin Williams), an English teacher is introduced to the students in a boy’s school. Instead of teaching what the book asks him to, he teaches things practically, he taught how important poetry is to human life, “carpe diem”. The bravery of following one’s own path. Though this movie was expected to have a good ending, it took an unexpected turn midway. This movie is made for literature enthusiasts, but it surely made millions tear up like little babies.

9. Inside Out – 2015

Yet again, Disney takes the lead. Inside Out is supposedly one of the most emotional movies by Disney. It talks about all the emotions the character Riley feels. In the meantime , Riley goes into depression. Which might be due to her coping mechanism or maybe an effect of her past trauma.

10. Blue Valentine – 2010

Featuring Ryan Gosling and Michelle Williams, the film is an incredibly sad one. Based on an abortion that should have gone ahead, but the complexity behind it is portrayed pretty well. Though it does not succeed in being devastating in a therapeutic way, it does label off being ticked off in the list of emotional movies.

11. Dumbo – 2019

Though Disney is famous for kid-friendly movies with happy endings, the 2019 film Dumbo was the exact opposite. Dumbo was a circus elephant who was humiliated by human beings for their entertainment. The movie was full of sad and emotional scenes. Perhaps the most emotional scene was when Dumbo’s mom was shackled with chains, since she couldn’t reach out to Dumbo. So she caressed him with her trunk, knowing that might be the last time of the meeting. Also, the tracks used in the movie add a lot of emphases as well.

12. The Shawshank Redemption – 1994

The movie is one of the must watch in this entire list, starred by Morgan Freeman and many others, the fun fact is it is completely based on a true story, which makes the viewers even more curious about it. Speaking about the most important scenes, it is when Andy helps Captain Hadley to secure his money legally (without getting taxed). In return, Captain Hadley offers Andy to demand anything within the premises.

13. Titanic – 1997

The absolutely famous love story of 1997, couldn’t have missed the list. Starred by Leonardo Dicaprio and Kate Winslet as Jack and Rose. Though the love story isn’t based on a real-life situation, the ship sinking is. The movie stole the hearts of its viewers with the song My heart will go on, by Celine Dion was the cherry on top of the scenes.

14. Coco – 2017

Disney’s 2017 film Coco, is based on a little boy, Miguel who is a huge fan of music, but is not allowed to practice it due to past family issues. Fortunately, Miguel gets to meet Hector and realizes all the story his family knew was wrong and misunderstood. The ending made me cry my heart out dude, I did not expect myself to break down that bad I swear.

15. The Perks Of Being A Wallflower – 2012

Directed by the writer itself, Stephen Chbosky, and starring Emma Watson, Logan Lerman, Ezra Miller as Sam, Charlie, and Patrick. This movie may not make you cry and wail, but it surely will leave you in a sense of awe and make you feel terrible for Charlie. The high school student Charlie, suffers from terrible mental illness, anxiety, and severe depression since an event that happened with his aunt. This incredibly sad movie, with a lot of fan theory, has proven that films can break hearts terribly too.

16. Hachi: A Dog’s Tale – 2009

If you’re a diehard dog lover and would do anything for your child that is your dog, this movie is for you. Started by Richard Gere, Joan Allen, and many more, Hachiko, the dog shows his unconditional love for his owner. The situation does not lead to the direction we wanted it to be. Dog owners and lover have marked this movie to be very appropriate when it comes to the loyalty of a dog, and broken their hearts in a million way possible.

17. Brokeback Mountain – 2005

The actual place where Ennis(Heath Ledger) and Jack(Jake Gyllenhaal) fall in love is named Brokeback Mountain. It is an incredibly sad movie because the viewers wanted the love story to work. But things take a turn to the way we never expected it to be, which broke the hearts of the viewers and the characters as well.

18. Call Me By Your Name – 2017

Starring Timothee Chalamet (Elio), starts developing feelings for Armie Hammer (Oliver). Ellio was confused about his sexual orientation, but after he fell for Oliver he understands and learns more about himself. Though their relationship is temporary and won’t be lasting long, it helped us to get a better view of their love story in an intimate way.

19. P.S I Love You – 2007

The love story begins with us knowing Gerry (Gerard Butler) would die due to a chronic illness, knowing the fact that how hard and difficult would it be for Holly (Hilary Swank) and his wife to cope up with this drastic change in her life. Gerry decides to plan her life around after his death, so that she’d be able to do okay without him. On her 30th birthday she receives a letter signed by him, asking her to do the certain things he has planned for her to do.

20. Marley And Me – 2008

Yet another film which revolves around a dog. John and Jenny Grogan (Owen Wilson, Jennifer Aniston) get married and adopt a new puppy. Though we know what a disaster puppies are to a household. Regardless of all that, it makes them realize the meaning of life and rekindles love in their relationship.

21. Avengers Endgame – 2019

Mainly for the MCU lovers or for the viewers new to MCU. Starring Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, Tom Holland, Scarlett Johansson, Robert Downey. Jr. The story basically revolves around the importance of Tony Stark, how he has affected the whole Avengers series. Though at the end Iron Man dies, which left theatres in a terrible desperate situation (and why not, we all cried like babies I agree, sometimes we still do).

Here’s the list of the movies that’ll help you with your emotional release ends, this may not be emotional to 100% of the audience but in general terms, it is applicable to most of the viewers. You could also, check out some of the classic Hollywood movies if you would want to go through them. Well, that’s it for today, hope you enjoy watching, keep your coke, popcorn, and tissue paper box ready. Happy watching!