From Vito Corleone to Mrs. Doubtfire, here are some of the best-rated on-screen fathers
Father’s Day is right around the corner, and movies are one of the best ways to acknowledge their devotion in our lives. A recent survey of movie characters rated as the “best on-screen father” shows some of the most diverse characters that have resonated with people globally.
Here’s a look at some of the highest-rated dads on the big screen.
Top Rated Parents On Screen
According to a recent Roku poll, fans had few opinions about the most diverse characters on screen, from a gangster and ex-agent to a broke man who loves his kids. Here’s a look at the top 5 on-screen dads dubbed the “Best Dads”:
- Daniel Hillard, played by Robin Williams in Mrs. Fire of doubt’
- George Banks, played by Steve Martin in Father of the Bride
- Atticus Finch, played by Gregory Peck in To Kill a Mockingbird.
- Vito Corleone, played by Marlon Brando in The Godfather.
- Brian Mills, played by Liam Neeson in Taken.
These personalities have continued to stand out from the crowd over the years and have proven themselves to be the fathers of green flag.The role of Daniel Hillard, played by the late Robin Williams, remains one of the most beloved roles of all time. The film’s events revolve around a divorced couple, and the father loses his right to see his children without supervision. In order to continue seeing them, he transforms into an old woman and becomes their nanny. His dedication and love for his children has rightly put him at the top of the list.
Robin Williams in Mrs. Doubtfire
Meanwhile, George Banks in Father of the Bride is another quirky but likeable character who makes the top five.
His struggle to let his daughter go during her marriage is somewhat relatable and everything a father might experience, which makes him a highly rated character according to the poll.Gregory Peck Atticus in To Kill A Mockingbird is another highly regarded on-screen father, known for his integrity and compassion. Not only that, but his sense of justice and standing up for what he believes in is also something that has won the admiration of many people.
Gregory Peck in “To Kill a Mockingbird.”
Vito Corleone, one of the biggest films of the last few decades, is another example that your career is in no way connected to how great a father you are. Even though he is a gangster, his family and sons come first, no matter what. His love for his family and continuing that legacy, coupled with Marlon Brando’s performance, continues to garner praiseFinally, Brian Mills, played by Liam Neeson, proves that a father will do anything for his children, no matter the cost. When his daughter is kidnapped, he sets out on a mission to move heaven and earth to find her.
