Gap moe: Crying men
A catalog of male characters, preferably strong ones and ideally the ML, breaking down and bawling. A few, intense, heartfelt tears are OK, but I prefer sobbing scenes. When it's unexpected and at odds with their character, I find it both intriguing and endearing.
Beware of spoilers!
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1. Garota do Século 20
Korean Movie - 2022
ML cries when leaving after confirming their mutual feelings with the girl he likes. So sweet!!!
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2. Talvez Seja Amor
Chinese Drama - 2018, 30 episodes
Near the drama's end... prolonged crying as he comes to terms with his past
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3. Pousando no Amor
Korean Drama - 2019, 16 episodes
Buckets of tears in this one -- from the ML and more!
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4. Namoro na Cozinha
Chinese Drama - 2020, 24 episodes
The way he cried as he held her in his arms because he felt betrayed and worried that he might lose her was absolutely perfect for his character. I loved that scene.
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5. Mergulhando em Seu Sorriso
Chinese Drama - 2021, 31 episodes
Young men crying out of frustration and when they realize they messed up. What's not to love? ;)
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6. Flor do Mal
Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes
Ep11 His devastation hurt to watch.
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7. Curador
Korean Drama - 2014, 20 episodes
Breaking down when he loses someone important to him
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8. Amor Oculto
Chinese Drama - 2023, 25 episodes
Crying when he learns of her true feelings, and sobbing after losing his father. Very touching!
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9. Kon La Kop Fah
Thai Drama - 2016, 13 episodes
Crying in remorse after his wife loses their baby due to his anger and jealousy
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10. Minha Noiva Secreta
Thai Drama - 2019, 18 episodes
Amazing acting from Sia and the uncle, who both cried rivers of snot tears
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11. Amor entre Fada e Demônio
Chinese Drama - 2022, 36 episodes
Qing Cang's raw crying is especially touching after the recovery of his emotions. I cried nearly every time he did.
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12. Amor Como a Galáxia
Chinese Drama - 2022, 27 episodes
A'Yao brokenhearted over his broken engagement
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13. Amor Como Galáxia: Parte 2
Chinese Drama - 2022, 29 episodes
Zisheng's deep suffering <///3
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14. Loucos Um Pelo Outro
Korean Drama - 2021, 13 episodes
This guy's emotions are all over the place.
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15. Amor a Prazo
Taiwanese Movie - 2021
Bitter, messy tears when his mistake destroys their relationship. Then months later, crying again when she brushes him off, seeing her moving on, and finally having a bittersweet reunion.
And the painful tears of his brother when he receives a final gift—that one really kicked me hard.
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16. MARS
Taiwanese Drama - 2004, 13 episodes
Badass biker raining tears after finding out the truth of his girlfriend's past. A truly gut-wrenching scene!!
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17. Para Sempre Meu Raio de Sol
Thai Drama - 2020, 19 episodes
His quiet tears, vulnerability, and silent suffering were a touching contrast from his previous angry bullying.
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18. My Heart Twinkle Twinkle
Korean Drama - 2015, 26 episodes
Breaking down over the dictionary </3 ← This scene was so sad!
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19. Raeng Tawan
Thai Drama - 2016, 14 episodes
Huge gap here: an aggressive, even abusive man who cries repeatedly
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20. Sawan Biang
Thai Drama - 2008, 12 episodes
Another abuser whose emotions were all over the place.
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21. Busque: WWW
Korean Drama - 2019, 16 episodes
He cries over their breakup.
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22. 1% de Alguma Coisa
Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes
Crying when he misses her
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23. Beleza Interior
Korean Drama - 2018, 16 episodes
The totally deadpan ML breaks down in tears when she runs away. His sobbing even sounded painful. Heartbreakingㅠㅠ
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24. The Female Chief of the Shadow's King
Chinese Movie - 2018
Sobbing when he realizes she offered her life for his. </3 His crying was the catalyst for this list!
。゚(゚∩´﹏`∩゚)゚。
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25. O Romance de Hua Rong
Chinese Drama - 2019, 24 episodes
So sweet! A powerful pirate who cries when his wife is mortally wounded ㅠ_ㅠ
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26. Too Late to Say I Love You
Chinese Drama - 2010, 36 episodes
Crying when he realizes he lost what's most important.. He totally deserved it! #nopity
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27. Amor Inesquecível
Chinese Drama - 2021, 24 episodes
The uptight CEO cries when he thinks he's guilty for his brother's death.
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28. Enquanto Você Dormia
Korean Drama - 2017, 32 episodes
Cocky, young prosecutor crying with frustration over injustice.. cute!
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29. Você é o Meu Destino
Chinese Drama - 2020, 36 episodes
He deserved all the tears he shed.
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30. Vínculos do Futuro
Chinese Drama - 2024, 40 episodes