Top 10 Animated Mothers (THAT DON'T DIE)

[@bbscan735]

"That don't die" *Nice*

[@danielcebastionmunizYT]

Agreed

[@Silver_Sonic_23]

I laughed when I saw that in the title.

[@eharri369]

My favourite part of the incredibles was always the conversation Helen has with her kids in the cave because it felt so honest and natural and really reminded me of how my mum would talk to me.

[@oof-rr5nf]

Doodlecorn So true!

[@minaashido5678]

Not really related, but Edna Mode is hilarious!

[@sapphirewingthefurrycritic985]

Yeah, that scene when I was a kid was a bit of a wake up call. Villains don't care if you're a kid at all. This also came out around the time of KND and Ben 10, so yeah I think it solidified bad guys don't have qualms about kicking children.

[@Calonsus]

You know who else is amazing? Sally Jackson from the Percy Jackson series. First off she is such a magnificent mortal that Poseidon, a god, fell for her when he had sworn not to after a world ending prophecy said he shouldn't have kids. She's so great the world is worth destroying to be with her. When she realized her son let off a scent that would attract monsters she married an emotionally and physically abusive and supernaturally smelly guy to mask her sons scent to protect him. After Percy learned to protect himself she uses medusa's heat to turn said abusive husband to stone and sell his corpse for money to go back to college. She clearly hates that Percy has to go and save the world and risk his life fighting monsters but she somehow doesn't go insane from the worry. When the army of Kronos invades Manhattan what does she do when the fight comes to her? She blasts a monster away with a shotgun. Sally Jackson, Awesome.

[@jazzminmiller4326]

calonsus r Completely agree. If the series was turned into an animated series by Disney, she'd definitely be high on my list

[@barboraklepalova3886]

@@jazzminmiller4326 I really wish animated PJ series would exist. Characters would look more like themselfs.

[@TheWeasel813]

There’s a movie but not a series

[@EonlDream]

You all should check uncle Rick's twitter it seems there may be a series soon enough

[@girafman147]

Heck Yeah! WITH A SHOTGUN. BTW Great series that is

[@slyshadow205]

I absolutely loved the mother from Treasure Planet! Having to run a business, and dealing with a kid whose father just left him. It is the most underrated Disney film in my opinion!

[@nkbujvytcygvujno6006]

You should see the video "Treasure Planet: Disney's Biggest Mistake." Before you judge, the "Biggest Mistake" referred to in the title isn't the movie itself, it's how Disney screwed up their ad campaign for it, making the movie sound boring and cheap, and purposefully released it at the wrong time next to far more famous movies, all because of a petty studio argument. The video explains how Treasure Planet was actually amazing and why it's so unheard of despite its beauty.

[@RumbleDelta]

About time Helen was put on a list like this, she really is an underrated mother character. And that curb-stomping she gave to Ms. Li is fecking awesome

[@arellajardin2323]

Yeah, one of the best moments from Daria.

[@CDexie]

Know what episode?

[@lexalina132]

“Ms. Li, are are you aware of the phrase violation of civil liberties? And the phrase *big fat law suit?*” favorite scene in the show xD

[@justinjacobs1501]

Grew up with the show back when it was airing and missed out on how great a character she was (What with me being in late elementary school) but owning the whole series as an adult I gotta say her and just about everyone else were extremely well flushed out characters. Even someone like Brittany who we first see as the bubble headed blond turn out to be three dimensional characters with their own problems and ambitions. Except for Kevin. Kevin's an idiot.

[@applebee28]

Someone tell me where I can find this show! I need to watch this!

[@rambletash]

I think I'd include Queen Elinor from Brave too. She's flawed, and she has her differences with Merida, but when it comes to it she'd LITERALLY TAKE ON GIANT DEMON BEARS FOR HER DAUGHTER.

[@Ajehy]

Not to mention that most of the movie is her & Merida on a magical road trip of mother-daughter bonding!

[@wastelandlegocheem]

I still dont get why the movie is hated so much.

[@whoahanant]

@@wastelandlegocheem I think it's partly because of Merida. A lot of people don't like her because she's pretty terrible to her mom. She turned her into a bear after all.

[@wastelandlegocheem]

@@whoahanant lots of protagonists start bad then IMPROVE. That's part of the hero's journey. Woody was pretty terrible in toy story then near the end he was sacrificing himself and broke the rule of toys to save buzz

[@whoahanant]

@@wastelandlegocheem that's what I think too but apparently a lot of people just don't understand the word "improve". Cause every time I see people's reasons on why they don't like a character it's them looking at the characters past actions and holding it over them. In some cases I understand but in Meridas case I don't think she was evil enough to be not liked. Like bruh she was going to be forced to marry I would probably do something similar to her or just freakin run away lol.

[@ArcherSlamBAM]

My pick for the list, not exactly #1 or anything, would likely be abuelita Imelda from Coco. Before she died, she faced immense heartbreak but was able to rise above it for the sake of her family. And, even after she died, she did everything she could to keep Miguel safe, even if their own views about music first got in the way.

[@bibblechillemi5686]

she dead

[@reasyrandom]

Imelda is awesome. I actually expected to hate her going into the movie, but she quickly became one of my favorite characters, next to Héctor and Miguel.

[@strawberrysoulforever8336]

Abuelita is the Spanish word for grandmother. Every character, including Miguel, refers to her by "Mama".

[@Nunshle_Uvmee]

I know she died, but mine is Mama Imelda from Coco. Her strict nature and love for her family feels really genuine, she'd kind of intimidate me if she were my mom or grandmother. I also truly appreciate the message of family values (especially the way she handled it, choosing her family above anything else), because not a lot of movies really do that.

[@reasyrandom]

It's kind of sad that a lot of people won't see beyond "She banned music! HURR DURR". She had a perfectly solid reason to do so.

[@mollymoonfan5939]

thats strange, most of the movies ive seen have the 'family is all that matters' moral (a moral im not a fan of btw, my mother isnt abusive but her family was to her [im talking the only reason for her birth being it was in fashion to have a boy and girl child leading to regular beatings and rape by her 12 year old brother when she was 7] and believing she still has to love them no matter what fucks. her. up) so yeah, i really hate that moral as i see it just spits in the face of people who have been hurt irreparably because of the people that were supposed to 'love' them

[@Nunshle_Uvmee]

@@mollymoonfan5939 When I say I love the family value moral, I don't mean just the blood-related one; I also mean the bond of people who consider each other family, blood or not (for example, Tarzan and Meet the Robinsons)

[@team10leader1]

True! Even her flaws make her all the more real. She may be hard-nosed when it comes to banning music, but it's borne out of worry of ever falling for the same pitfall her husband did, letting passion come before family.

[@XVINutkabob]

ReasyRandom they blamed the verb not the noun

[@nicolersands]

Poor Moon. Her character didn't deserve to be destroyed like that. I mean neither did Marco's and Star's but with Moon they REALLY went for it.

[@philmp6]

Will you do a top 10 animated dads that aren't stupid around father's day?

[@CellSpex]

yes

[@aaa1e2r3]

As long as we're just looking at the anime only, then Daikichi from Usagi Drop is a great pick

[@peachie5000]

Greg Universe is one of the best picks.

[@emopeterparker7]

Dakota Metzgar Wouldn't put him there if he literally chokes his son in every episode ever.

[@moondoria8401]

Welp, Homer won’t be on the list.

[@bookfilmfan3288]

Just off the top of my head, some great "Animated Mothers" : Kyoko Honda (Fruits Basket) Perdita (101 Dalmatians) Sarabi (The Lion King) Ms. Davis (Toy Story) Queen Elinor (Brave) Chicha (Emperor's New Groove) Duchess (The Aristocats) Mrs. Potts (Beauty and the Beast) Eudora (The Princess and the Frog) Kanga (Winnie the Pooh)

[@geckoing]

Sarabi!! I love her, she was kind and calm with Simba and was fantastic. Sad we didn’t see much of her.

[@rosetheone305]

I agree with every single one of these

[@amayaharig4330]

I would also put Sofia's mother from Sofia the First considering she's very sweet and compassionate

[@j.a.ogrady7783]

100% agree except for maybe Eudora because despite being very supportive she does push the 'settle down and start a family' message onto her 19 year old daughter a bit. Honestly the problem is less her and more the themes Princess and the Frog wanted to push and she is mostly just a mouthpiece for them.

[@quicksilveryt4000]

Valka from httyd :3

[@slimjimminius3880]

Id have to say garnet from steven universe. While not technically steven's mom she has this motherly feel that makes her seem like such. She cares for steven in a way that shows her live for him she guides him throughout his life and even has struggles with him. Garnet has a motherly feel that should be praised. Just my 2 cents😀

[@soot6795]

Mom squared.

[@slimjimminius3880]

_OG_ exactlu

[@ShootingStarThePony]

I'd also include Pearl, even if she's not pearlfect.

[@ZGuy0fSci]

agreed, she really puts a diamonds' worth of effort into things, eh?

[@slimjimminius3880]

ZGuy0fSci lol yeah

[@KellyJoule]

Damn right Tarzan is underrated. It's a phenomenal and gorgeous film where literally the only thing holding it back is an obvious (but still a threatening presence) villain and a stupidly pointless yet catchy skat song in the middle. Other than that, Tarzan is REALLY FRIGGIN AMAZING.

[@RomanceRoach]

Mr.Krabs is a single mother

[@buzzybeez204]

Wait, what?

[@tatehildyard5332]

Wolf Rider To be fair, he did actually make the effort to be a good dad in the early seasons. He took an active role in trying to solve her prom issue, he let her rebrand his business to his own detriment, he cheered her on at talent show even though her act caused property damage, he even performed an elaborate dance routine for her birthday.

[@buzzybeez204]

The crustacean looked at the image of a young teen whale. He sighed “This is for you, Pearl” he grumbled. A young man turned around “What was that Mr. Krabs?” He asked “N-nothing. Now get your mask on Arbuckle, we’re almost there”. The camera pans out to show a large van approaching a bank...

[@animator2242]

Dad

[@XVINutkabob]

Did- did I see a triple woosh

[@amadeuszpyzel4848]

You know who's the best mom? MY MOM!😎🙋

[@CellSpex]

ha, it works on 2 levels

[@tarhambrayn8038]

Others (but not everyone) can say that and it can make sense about 83% of the time.

[@justinjacobs1501]

Mine's not... Though my grandmother on the other hand is an excellent mother and good friend.

[@nightwarper1760]

I read this in the voice of Muscle Man

[@kurokage4440]

I will never get tired of that

[@sailor3047]

what a pure video. i haven't even watched it yet.

[@sailor3047]

watched it. still pure

[@LeftytheGansterGremlin]

I called my mom after this video.

[@maeg.9123]

I was like sigh one of those COMMENTS AGAIN..... oh never mind I spoke far to soon this is hilarious!

[@theonemememaker3704]

@@sailor3047 where is the yokai on your profile picture

[@JackCipherCreations]

I enjoy Nicole Watterson because she steps beyond the bounds of the nagging workaholic mum stereotype. Marge Simpson is a free spirit that finds joy in her family and, however infrequently, outside of it.

[@summerjonz]

Yes. They are so much more than that.

[@andimason3370]

It was your original review of Wolf Children that encouraged me to buy it in the first place. Now it is my favourite animated film almost without competition. I keep trying to watch it with my mother on mothers day. Unfortunately she can't stand Anime... it's fine we just watched Star Wars instead.

[@mckenzieeby6971]

I actually watched it with my mom and she really enjoyed.

[@IrishPhoenix]

is her only experience with anime the bad stereotypes?

[@ZGuy0fSci]

I assume you mean the _Real_ SW movies eh, and not the bad/sj Disneynverse AU ones eh? :3 (at least jarjar was authentic if a lunatic)

[@IrishPhoenix]

Like them or not, those are real SW movies. End of story.

[@davidray3133]

Thomas Mason seriously, she should watch My Neighbor Totoro or Kiki's Delivery Service. Studio Ghibli has the best anime movies ever made.

[@thehopeofeden597]

I would say Midoriya's mom from My Hero Academia!

[@cidneyforney8278]

Inko you mean

[@flaurosnickolas5243]

You know, I'm starting to think midoriya was born with a quirk he got from his mom, Come on, the waterfalls that are their eyes is natural, come on, I mean realy, its a quirk, you know it is

[@Tony_Kim_]

When her husband will appear in series though? He was only mentioned as Fire Breathe quirk user and absence in Midoriya's Life. Short to cut; Inko DOES deserve to be mentioned.

[@Emisop]

@@Tony_Kim_ The creator said he'll be in the manga soon, and that he has been around. Last time he was around was before Deku applied to UA. He works overseas and is still married to Inko.

[@fhammersley]

Nicole Watterson. She raised 3 kids and 1 husband

[@MelonTartVA]

So glad ur back, CellSpex! Also, I love Mrs. Rabbit from Peter Rabbit. She can be seen as stern, but when Peter is missing, we see her vulnerable side. And being a single parent, losing a child can be seen as a repeat of losing her husband.

[@sl33tpaws62]

My favorite animated mother is Izuku's mother from My Hero Acadamia due to her supporting Izuku through thick and thin and always being there for him, even if he's in a dire situation.

[@CalebCraft10]

sl33t paws Except when she isn't.

[@BisexualCrimes]

sl33t paws Inko!!!! She needs more love 😍

[@youinanalternateuniverse]

Really all the moms in that show are really sweet. Todoroki’s is a little more controversial since she poured boiling water on his face but given the circumstances she was under I can’t say I blame her for that action, plus she’s been a really supportive mother besides that one incident. One other thing I love about Inko is how she’s not afraid to step in when she thinks her son’s in danger at UA. She has a serious discussion with All Might in the manga about how concerned she is for his safety and I love Inko’s involvement in his life.

[@namehhere]

yes!!!

[@Jasonwolf1495]

@@youinanalternateuniverse honestly the idea that a single moment under duress like that really is a genuine thing and I respect the show for going into how hard it was on all sides. If it was todoroki's show rather than dekus I'm sure we'd have tons of more content to see how that family holds together.

[@xxTC-96xx]

I definitely also say the Crystal Gems, they aren't technically Steven's biological moms but they raised him and ...let's face it they are totally his moms (well maybe Amethyst is more of a crazy sister but still)

[@amberfox9543]

Garnet

[@KingkyLeor]

yeah, especially now, that episode where she finally gets that steven has grown is just.... FEELS!

[@dejaypage1575]

Garnet primarily.

[@LeftytheGansterGremlin]

I never really got the relationships of Steven Universe. They just don't make sense to me.

[@safurahh.8093]

I think amethyst, Peridot, and Lapis are his sisters

[@josiahjenksisawesome]

If the Percy Jackson movies were done right, I guarantee you Sally would be number 1.

[@nanophosis6256]

josiah jenks GOD YES I love her so much she's so brave!

[@jazzminmiller4326]

josiah jenks Most definitely! She's a wonderful mother

[@pizzamaster355]

This is correct.

[@kaleidoslug7777]

Sally Jackson, an actual angel

[@jaymobb6025]

Shotgunned a snake woman in the battle of new york, bravest mom ever!

[@TheNumnutRandomness]

Ms. Tonitini is seriously underrated as a character. She dishes out some seriously solid advice sometimes. Like that girls won't automatically like you if you do "be yourself", but it's important to be yourself for your own sake. Or that being supportive of your friends doesn't mean enabling their bad behavior.

[@reasyrandom]

Weekenders as a whole is underrated as heck. I loved watching it as a child, it's sadly mostly forgotten.

[@thelogicalthinker6145]

Nice video. It's always good to see someone acknowledge good parents in animation. I hope that you'll do a list of the best dads, even though I know that it's probably going to be more difficult because of the media's (especially animation's) portrayal of fathers. It would be interesting to see who you'd pick.

[@kathialanglois2357]

Mufasa is best dad !

[@aussieboy4279]

Greg from Steven universe is best dad

[@Inlelendri]

If she does, I hope Rabbit gets at least an honourable mention for Kessie, even if it is only the one episode. I tear up just remembering it.

[@oof-rr5nf]

Finding Nemo is (quite predictably) the best Dad story I have ever experienced. A verrrrry close second is 'Chachi 420', an extremely altered Indian adaptation of Mrs. Doubtfire. (Pssssst. The Indian version is better. Fight me.)

[@theanarchistocelot1620]

Garnet Despite not being Steven’s mum she is just really sweet and protective around him.

[@Kusanagikaiser999]

Cell you want my heart explode or something....I barely get to the end without tearing up a bit, awesome list, can't argue against those top 2.......difficult to make a list so I just going to drop some of my favorites that didn't die. Martha Kent, Superman TAS (I know is adoptive mother but damn it let me have it), Queen Arianna, Tangled the series, carol OK KO, and that's as far I can think, this is hard, all my favorites are dead T.T

[@LeftytheGansterGremlin]

Kusanagikaiser999 I called my mom after this video.

[@pathora44]

Who cares if Martha Kent is Superman's adoptive mother. She and John took in Superman as a baby from a crashed space ship risking the dangers that might bring to care for another life they had no connection to. They then raise him with the immovable morals that made Superman into what he is. Adoptive mothers/fathers are still real mothers/fathers who love, sweat, and bleed for their children even without their blood flowing through their veins.

[@applebee28]

Great to see someone acknowledge that Tangled: The Series exists. And yes, I absolutely agree, Arianna is a great parent. Wish I could say the same for the utter masterpiece of stupidity that is Frederick though...

[@swanpride]

You know, I never really like it when those lists mix movies and TV shows, because I feel that TV shows just have way more time to allot time to side characters. I would have rather seen this as two lists instead of one. Thus said: Great theme for a list! (My fav is Mrs. Brisby). And I want to put forward Mrs. Hawkins, who would have certainly gotten a place if the list had been movies only. Honestly, her relationship with Jim is one of the best parts of the movie, and a giant improvement of the source material, where she is pretty much a non-character.

[@CellSpex]

that's fair

[@sarafontanini7051]

I'm trying to think of some good ones... sadly, all that comes to mind is Mrs Midoriya from My hero Academia, an adorable, highstrung woman who worries about her son's wellbeing as it becomes increasingly clear how dangerous the hero line of work can be even for a young student, but still offers her full support and love to her son, fueled partially at her shame for failing to support him when he needed it most. I like her msotly cause she's a cute, likeable but not too unrealistic woman who, unlike about the majority of mother characters in animation ISN'T conventionally attractive without being elderly, and that just feels different.

[@BrainWitchSiv]

Sara Fontanini she is the most realistic. Admitting she wished her son was powerless so he won't keep getting hurt. Her guilt in never believing in her boy. Not to mention the tongue lashing she dished out about how a school of superheroes let this happen.

[@zenlucas-divers4652]

Android 18 cares for Maron and to an extent Krillin so much and you can see that with almost any piece of media where she and her daughter interact (including gt).

[@The90sDoggoGaming]

Yeah in GT she stood againts Super 17 her own twin brother and at that moment he was so powerfull he could have killed her by just flickering his finger.

[@XVINutkabob]

saviox8197 *twin brothers

[@archiethomas3911]

i think rileys parents from inside out were so good, because they were just so real and what most parents are like

[@wovenevergreen2614]

Don't care how old this video is I will sing my praises for Jim Hawkin's mother in Treasure Planet; Sarah Hawkins. She's so caring and loving to Jim as a little boy and a young adult. The early scene where she catches Jim still up, and she starts playing with him is very sweet. Then when she convinces him to go to bed, the way they say 'I love you' to each other is so heartwarming because those three words just drip with honest care for each other. Then later, we learn of her hardship going through being a single parent to Jim, how it's affecting her and how Jim's response to it is also affecting her. Even when Jim is breaking the law, she stands by to protect him but still trying to properly discipline him. At the beginning of the movie, I feel like it's focused mainly on Jim's mother and this could be because she's the only parental figure in his life until John Silver pops up. Everything in the beginning directly affects Sarah in one way or another. It makes a point on her mental and emotional state, then slowly goes to Jim. After losing the Inn, the story shifts to Jim who just wants to make his mother happy. I know theres things im missing, im sorry im really bad with words--

[@j.a.ogrady7783]

Moon was such a great character with such an interesting mindset, decisions and every moment between her and Star was gold. Then Season 4 happened...

[@ZHBG-ll7fy]

Okay, I definitely enjoyed Jumbo as a mom, and I do admit her capture was expected, but I have one question for Disney... ...WHY DID SHE ONLY GET ONE LINE IN THE ENTIRE MOVIE?!

[@soop5467]

"I'm liking the current dynamic between Moon and Star" Oh, wait for season 4. Destroyed Moons character.

[@carrotsticks0643]

Queen Moon is a good mom. Season 4 happens. Tries to restart a race war.

[@anabsolutemess6227]

Hilda’s mom in Hilda. She is such a real character being a caring mother while Hilda runs around and still having somewhat of a strictness, then again she reminds me of my mom who would do what was right for Hilda, like what mine was with me.

[@stardarling6866]

Maria from El Tigre is one of my favourite animated mothers to be honest. Not only is she very competent and highly intelligent but you can see how much she loves her son. She even gives up her music career just so she can be closer to him. Also she becomes a real badass when she goes into her superhero alter-ego. She's just this lovely blend of intelligence, strength and affection.

[@grantmoore8228]

Marge Simpson will always be one of my favorite mom's in television. the fact that she's a genuinely good mom while having to raise three kids, a constantly needy husband, frequent money issues and things that are so out of hand makes her a saint among mothers.

[@pastel-ufos]

Personally, I'd have to say mine is Charolette, from Charolette's Web. The animated movie version specifically. She's not a mother for long, but does display this. Motherly affection for Wilbur and a want to help care for him. Plus, it's a movie I watched with my own mother, so that may be why. I see a lot of her in Charolette, and the nostalgia of "Mother Earth and Father Time" always tugs at my heartstrings a bit more because my mother sung it to me when I was little.

[@creul_satxn9676]

I feel like if della duck from ducktales was in the show sooner she would be on this list if your that detacaded to your kids you would do everthing to get off the moon and get back to your kids and you survived on the moon to get back to them you deserve a spot

[@alexandraluster284]

Moominmama. She’s a big snuggly marshmallow of a character that loves her son and literally every single other person that comes to her home. She is just that amazing of a person.

[@dissonanceparadiddle]

As long as we all agree the ending to star vs wasn't Cannon (cause really what the heck was that!!?) Queen moon is pretty cool

[@Wolfette-gl8vl]

Let's never speak on that. Queen Moon is a good mom so let's screw that finale.

[@EsmeAmelia]

One of my favorites not on the list is Sarah Hawkins (Treasure Planet). Though she doesn't have a lot of screen time, her every moment on screen that she does have shows how much she loves her son and worries about his well-being.

[@_elle]

When I saw Hana ranked first, I got a legit lump in my throat. Her character is so quietly strong, and her story is so bittersweet. You know she's the type who wouldn't consider herself worthy of praise, but she deserves it even more so because of it. Definitely one of my absolute favorite mother characters as well. Great list.

[@Babbleplay]

Steven's mom is in kind of a gray area for the whole alive/dead thing. Never really 'died' so much as re-integrated into Steven. Effectively dead, though, since no longer around.

[@sarafontanini7051]

you mean Rose Quartz? it's ahrd to see her as a mother figure due to being effectively dead at the moment of steven's birth and having failed to account for him after she's gone.

[@Babbleplay]

True but, the episodes like the one where she recorded that video for Steven allow her to show genuine love and a little bit of motherliness from beyond the end of her existence.

[@destroyerblackdragon]

I'd say Pearl and Garnet are more mother figures to Steven than Rose is. I see Amethyst as an older sister.

[@cassidy8307]

She wasn't even a very good mom. Intentional or not, she made many huge mistakes.

[@arellajardin2323]

Never knew a mother that didn’t make mistakes. Lion 3: Direct to Video is one of the most touching episodes in the show. Rose, knowing she couldn’t be there, wouldn’t see him grow up, but still loving him, wanting the best for him, recording that video still makes me get a little misty.

[@droidicarus]

The fact that you used the Beatrix Potter animated movies as a transition was a nice surprise! It’s rare to find someone who has heard of the movies.

[@opheliapurple]

Right? I used to watch those when I was really little. So cute.

[@MrsYasha1984]

is that the title that I can look for? my daughter fell in love with that little snippet

[@opheliapurple]

Manuela Glavas Yeah. They’re little Peter Rabbit stories.

[@droidicarus]

You can find the full series here on KZbin! It’s a perfect cartoon for a rainy day

[@MrsYasha1984]

thank you both for answering! Peter Rabbit isn't as known where I'm from, so this helps me a lot :)

[@opheliapurple]

I love that you included Mrs. Brisby, that movie is a huge nostalgic favorite of mine. It really is one of the greatest films about bravery and I love that the main character was a single mom without any real talents. Not a lot of filmmakers can turn that into an empowering characteristic but this one did.

[@austinmorrison6953]

I think one of my favorites has to be Maddie Fenton from Danny phantom. Yeah she’s sometimes WAY too invested in her job and her experiments but what puts her on my list is how competent she can be and how far she’d go to protect her son. Another favorite has to be the crystal gems from Steven universe. Yeah rose gave up her physical form to give birth to Steven but garnet, amethyst, and pearl(they are mother figures to Steven so I think it counts in my book.) do take good care of Steven keeping him safe while helping him recognize his potential as a gem himself. Hey can you do a top ten animated siblings?

[@megazenn22]

Tarzans mom is such a milh (mom id like to hug)

[@arellajardin2323]

Aww, I hoped Marianne Thornberry had made the list. Or Lydia from Pepper Ann.

[@grimr.599]

Cellspex: "Queen Moon" Me: ah....this was before the final season...

[@Sonicsgirl13]

Where it was all fucked up

[@reasyrandom]

She quickly went from a lot of folks' favorite character to a least favorite. Season 4 never happened, you heard it here.

[@ScotsThinker]

Thanks for making awareness of excellent role models. Truly, they depict dedication, care and courage in many ways. Wolf Children especially showcases the hardships and highlights of motherhood.

[@bittybears5287]

'That don't die' Goodness, hope you aren't too hard-pressed to get this list started.

[@lisamoore1156]

Moms are just the absolute best. After I seeing this video, I want to hug my mom as soon as I see her. Thinking about my own favorite mom from animation, outside of Hana, I'd say chisa yukizome from dr3. Technically she's not a mother, but she certainly acts like one with how she takes care of and encourages her students. Fun fact, she and Hana have the same English voice actress.

[@rosetheone305]

The Amazing World of Gumball, Nicole is best mom. She has her kid's back, will literally fight and kill someone for them, and will risk her job for them. Not only is she there for them, she can be a good parent and ground her kid without it feeling like it's for nothing.

[@sharkanenoa5928]

Carol from Ok KO is an awesome mom

[@the_carvinator]

"You want me to leave so you can say swear words?" "That'd be great thanks." Lmao

[@kieranstark7213]

These ladies on this list are indeed the greatest mothers of all time because mothers should be very strong and optimistic.

[@thefanwithoutaface8105]

Kushina Uzumaki. She may have only gotten to be a mother for a short time, but she showed how much love she had for her child and how strong her will to protect him was, sacrificing everything to keep Naruto safe. On top of that, she made a sacrifice that caused her unimaginable pain, yet did so because she knew it would help her child in the future. Kushina kicks ass as a mother and the only thing that sucks, is she never got to spend more than an hour with her child.

[@jayleedavies4104]

You should do a top 10 siblings list , and you have to agree Nani and Lilo would have to be somewhere on there

[@sepiteria7797]

1 second of Dumbo's mom on screen and I start crying... edit: Tarzan is SO underrated

[@intergalacticthoughtcrimin9763]

Yah why are men in tv always incompetent?

[@Shade2800]

I think it's a trope most likely started by Homer Simpson.

[@Mumblejumby]

Shade2800 if it's the reverse there would be riots on the street.

[@sailor3047]

greg is still my favorite tv dad

[@TheMuffinMan1894]

The Flintstones did it first

[@nathanc.8795]

Intergalactic Thought Criminal I know, right?? I was never fond of that trope.

[@SirRadington]

Not technically animation but I’d still have to say Preston from the Deadpool comics because A) she can put up with Deadpool and anyone who can do that deserves an award B)she raises deadpool’s Daughter Ellie, who may or may not be a mutant(I’m not 100mpercent on that) C)she juggles her family and working as a shield agent so well And D) she has a synthetic body.

[@heathrin18]

So many great mother's and mother figure's I've always been a fan of Bulma, she know's exactly what to expect from the saiyan's being around Goku all her life, and her brilliance with gadgets and manipulation has aided greatly. Honestly there was no better match for Vegeta and the fact that she can scare the strongest beings in the universe with nary an effort say's a lot. I never hated Chi-Chi mind you as others have, and I feel Teamfourstar's rendition of Chi-Chi explains her character the best, but Bulma both in the original and in the abridged is a stand out mom for me. Now for best dad's...*cough* Piccolo *cough*

[@harmonetheanimationaddict4419]

3:46 Bet that's how Percy reacted when his mom first gave him blue cookies.

[@g-1050]

Wolf Children still my favorite movie

[@tdfern1]

Steve Bob Tim great movie. There is also A Silent Voice.

[@markcasadevall9509]

second favourite

[@simonachamulova7619]

Another amazing mom that came later is Maquia from Maquia, when the promised flower blooms. That film is masterpiece in my eyes.

[@nyabis8044]

I adore Maquia. Both the film and the character. She’s incredibly sweet and selfless and caring. I love found family stories and Maquia hits all my buttons.

[@birido4]

Start with queen moon was a good idea two years ago, after the fourth season I wouldn't start with her

[@Vol-Tear]

Annie Hughes from Iron Giant, she is a single parent working at a dinner and managing to do well by herself and Hogarth even after losing her husband, she is supportive, firm but fair and when there is a alien war machine on a rampage she (and surrogate father dean) focus only on getting him medical attention in a warzone.

[@motorcycleman115]

Finns mother, Minerva, may not be alive in the technical sense, but she's such a well characterised person with such a sweet demeanor that you know she'd do everything to protect her child if the chance weren't ripped from her thanks to Martin.

[@kidpixel4818]

It’s not entirely Martin fault. Sure his past miss deeds catching up to him is what got the ball rolling, if it weren’t for the ‘guardian’ and the possible head trauma he got from it, they probably would’ve been a happy family.

[@Jackie-McCann]

8:07 As soon as I saw that Helen was on this list, I was hoping that you’d mention this specific episode. It’s easily one of my favorite scenes in the entire show!

[@angeloffish]

Great list. I’m glad that Dumbo’s mother was on the list. She is awesome. Also, thank you for introducing me to the anime free iwatobi swim club. I’m looking forward to seeing season 3 when it comes out later this year.

[@CellSpex]

THERE'S GONNA BE A SEASON 3?!

[@angeloffish]

Yeah. I was on Wikipedia and it said that a season 3 was being made. I think it comes out June or July.

[@davekendall5936]

+Cellspex If you thought THAT was mind-blowing, I just looked up The Venture Brothers, and apparently it's now got a SIXTH season!

[@marichka-mulligan]

Great list! Glad you at least shown a clip of Maria from El Tigre, she was a favourite of mine back when I was 12 and watched that series all the time.

[@angiekaye130]

Tricia Elric and Izumi Curtis (foster.) Both were devoted mothers. Tricia did all she could to protect her sons from the hardships of growing up in a broken family to the point of ignoring her own health needs. Izumi sold her soul and ultimately her ability to have more children to bring her baby back from the dead; she was more tough love, but still had heartwrenchingly tender moments .

[@youinanalternateuniverse]

No dead moms Though Izumi is 100% a good mom (Tbf though it all depends on which version you’re watching because Izumi does die in COS, a movie that’s a continuation of FMA 03)

[@jccw227]

Honestly while I think the moment where Helen stands up for Daria to Ms. Li is awesome, I love the moment during the "love triangle" story arc where, while busy with work, she still willingly drops everything to talk to Daria upon seeing that she's upset.

[@mrbutter619]

Good choices👍

[@LunaP1]

Duncan’s mom from Firebreather. She managed to stop a king of dragons, a kaiju, from trying to wipe out humanity by making a deal/pact with him. That pact was to give birth to his child and in return he allows himself to be locked up along with not killing everyone. Check it out.

[@momowoods2859]

OMG,Thank u so~ much!! ^__^ when the Incredibles 2 trailer come out and saw Bob was staying at home and Helen was going out doing the job of being a superhero [some] people were outraged that it's either gonna be Mr. Mom [Focusing on Bob less with Helen] or being a Empower Feminist movie [Focusing on Helen less with Bob] like "Why?,Helen is going out being a Hero? that what Bob always want to do!!","Why? are they focusing on her and not Bob!?" X'''[ Other people and I are over here like: 6:02 - 6:41

[@aquaphoric4526]

While watching this list i could only think of one of my favorite animated mom, Carol Kincaid from OK KO Lets be Heroes! She's very kind, caring and supportive of her son and his interests and only wants to best for him, even if it may seem dangerous or a mistake of KO to do she trusts his judgement because she knows her son is smart enough to make his own choices! Carol and KO's relationship is just one of my favorite things about the show because it just feels sweet and genuine how much they love each other :')

[@loverofbalto]

Thanks to Pooh's Heffalump Movie I would totally put Kanga as a top animated Mother. She lets Roo go on some of the greatest adventures and helps him to see that it is best to enjoy the time given to you while you are young.

[@Xackadee]

She doesn't have a big role, but the mother from The Iron Giant was a great character. There was an animé called Battle B-Daman that I watched a lot when I was younger. The mother in that was a good character, notable in that she adopted the main character and was the biggest parental figure in the whole show.

[@fernandodavidpaezcontreras6586]

Celly should make more top 10 lists.

[@davekendall5936]

"And baby mine speaks for itself; An emotional trainwreck of sadness and happiness". No kidding, Dumbo was legitimately the first movie I ever cried at, at TWO YEARS OLD. It's my favourite scene in the movie.

[@tutunepan492]

Duchess from Aristocats.....she protected her kittens

[@Ravethecat12]

Tutune Pan I mean yeah but I don’t think she’s very interesting as a character which is probably why she isn’t on the list.

[@alejandronieto4212]

The Incredibles are one of the best animated families ever. You can really see them struggling through their own problems, and the kids problems, and still take on those problems with the best they know, and thus evolve as parents, supers, and familiy. Specially loved to see Bob Parr going from absent and never wanting to wait to be super N.1 again to family dad capable of working his ass off to make the kids grow nice, healthy and successful. And trusting their kids any time when facing danger.

[@murtazanaqvi662]

How could you forget... *MRS NESBIT*

[@puddlel1ama327]

She barely counts, but I think Katara deserves an honourable mention. Took care of her little brother, THE AVATAR, a traumatized burn victim, and Toph Beifong, all in the middle of a war AND while learning waterbending.

[@ranransbakery8126]

Ouch. Moon Butterfly did not age well huh.

[@Radhaun]

I actually really like Merida's mom in Brave, she reminds me a lot of my grandmother and I love her commanding presence having almost no effect on her equally stubborn daughter.

[@haleybenjamin3572]

Okay so I really think I great one is Aunt Cass from ‘Big Hero 6’ even though she isn’t actually their mom but she definitely shows it in the beginning of the movie when They got arrested but giving them a lecture but still caring that they were fine but I dunno that’s just my opinion

[@pizzamaster355]

I know this comment is 2 years old, but I completely agree, ecseplly if you watch the series

[@RagamuffinBabyDoll]

Leafie from "Leafie: A Hen in the Wild". She could count depending on which ending you choose to watch, but she definitely makes my top list.

[@SoapyWater813]

Honestly, the best mom is Garnet from Steven Universe. She is open-minded, strong (in the real way and the other way), and she loves Steven. You can even say that she loves Steven twice as much as Pearl and Amethyst because she is literally two lesbians in a trench coat. Honestly, anytime Garnet is onscreen is the best time. Especially when she is with Steven. “Hello” “Yes. The children are playing swords.” “Sorry, playing with swords.” “They’re bleeding! Oh no. They are dead. Don’t call again.” “Sorry. I panicked.” There’s also... “That’s a lie. Your middle name is cutie-pie”

[@mothdoc1909]

Garnet was practically the only gem that *didn't* traumatize Steven

[@marlinfromfindingnemo8954]

Della should have at least been mentioned, sure she’s not the most mature but she cares about her kids so much connecting with all of them and she literally built multiple rockets on the moon and sacrificed her leg to be with her children

[@cyantiger0440]

*sees Queen Moon on the list* OH IF SHE ONLY KNEW

[@Sonicsgirl13]

I think she found out ages ago

[@wastelandlegocheem]

Linda is #1 TV Mom in my book. Sidenote: I love this channel. Keep up the good work. 👍

[@Obi-Wan_Kenobi]

So much respect for putting Tino's mom on the list. :-)

[@steamboatwill3.367]

Hello there.

[@TonyWildRiver]

I agree with all of these and would like to add a few more: Sabine Cheng from Miraculous, Kyoko from Fruits Basket, Mrs. Higurashi from Inuyasha, Touko from Natsume Yuujinchou, Leafie from Leafie: A Hen in the Wild (slightly breaking the rules here, but it's worth it), Plio from Dinosaur, and Franny from Meet the Robinsons. As you say, the list could go on for miles, but these are some that were neither listed nor shown in your lovely video.

[@kimuires]

When I saw Treasure Planet I fangirled so hard

[@fermintenava5911]

Surprise video - always a good sign. Some of my personal choices made it on the list - Jumbo, Miss Tonitini, Wolf Children. Honorable mention would be Ursa from Avatar, even though she wasn't on-screen very long, but I think she had to be especially strong, considering her Environment.