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.

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Sherry Jun 28, 2020
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  • 20th Century Girl

    1. 20th Century Girl

    Korean Movie - 2022

    7.0

    ML cries when leaving after confirming their mutual feelings with the girl he likes. So sweet!!!

  • About Is Love

    2. About Is Love

    Chinese Drama - 2018, 30 episodes

    8.5

    Near the drama's end... prolonged crying as he comes to terms with his past

  • Crash Landing on You

    3. Crash Landing on You

    Korean Drama - 2019, 16 episodes

    9.0

    Buckets of tears in this one -- from the ML and more!

  • Dating in the Kitchen

    4. Dating in the Kitchen

    Chinese Drama - 2020, 24 episodes

    9.0

    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.

  • Falling into Your Smile

    5. Falling into Your Smile

    Chinese Drama - 2021, 31 episodes

    9.5

    Young men crying out of frustration and when they realize they messed up. What's not to love? ;)

  • Flower of Evil

    6. Flower of Evil

    Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes

    10

    Ep11 His devastation hurt to watch.

  • Healer

    7. Healer

    Korean Drama - 2014, 20 episodes

    10

    Breaking down when he loses someone important to him

  • Hidden Love

    8. Hidden Love

    Chinese Drama - 2023, 25 episodes

    8.5

    Crying when he learns of her true feelings, and sobbing after losing his father. Very touching!

  • Kon La Kop Fah

    9. Kon La Kop Fah

    Thai Drama - 2016, 13 episodes

    8.0

    Crying in remorse after his wife loses their baby due to his anger and jealousy

  • My Secret Bride

    10. My Secret Bride

    Thai Drama - 2019, 18 episodes

    8.0

    Amazing acting from Sia and the uncle, who both cried rivers of snot tears

  • Love Between Fairy and Devil

    11. Love Between Fairy and Devil

    Chinese Drama - 2022, 36 episodes

    9.0

    Qing Cang's raw crying is especially touching after the recovery of his emotions. I cried nearly every time he did.

  • Love Like the Galaxy: Part 1

    12. Love Like the Galaxy: Part 1

    Chinese Drama - 2022, 27 episodes

    8.5

    A'Yao brokenhearted over his broken engagement

  • Love Like the Galaxy: Part 2

    13. Love Like the Galaxy: Part 2

    Chinese Drama - 2022, 29 episodes

    9.0

    Zisheng's deep suffering <///3

  • Mad for Each Other

    14. Mad for Each Other

    Korean Drama - 2021, 13 episodes

    8.0

    This guy's emotions are all over the place.

  • Man in Love

    15. Man in Love

    Taiwanese Movie - 2021

    8.5

    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.

  • Mars

    16. Mars

    Taiwanese Drama - 2004, 13 episodes

    8.0

    Badass biker raining tears after finding out the truth of his girlfriend's past. A truly gut-wrenching scene!!

  • My Forever Sunshine

    17. My Forever Sunshine

    Thai Drama - 2020, 19 episodes

    8.5

    His quiet tears, vulnerability, and silent suffering were a touching contrast from his previous angry bullying.

  • My Heart Twinkle Twinkle

    18. My Heart Twinkle Twinkle

    Korean Drama - 2015, 26 episodes

    7.5

    Breaking down over the dictionary </3  ←  This scene was so sad!

  • Rang Tawan

    19. Rang Tawan

    Thai Drama - 2016, 14 episodes

    9.0

    Huge gap here: an aggressive, even abusive man who cries repeatedly

  • Sawan Biang

    20. Sawan Biang

    Thai Drama - 2008, 12 episodes

    6.5

    Another abuser whose emotions were all over the place.

  • Search: WWW

    21. Search: WWW

    Korean Drama - 2019, 16 episodes

    9.0

    He cries over their breakup.

  • Something about 1 Percent

    22. Something about 1 Percent

    Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes

    10

    Crying when he misses her

  • The Beauty Inside

    23. The Beauty Inside

    Korean Drama - 2018, 16 episodes

    8.0

    The totally deadpan ML breaks down in tears when she runs away. His sobbing even sounded painful. Heartbreakingㅠㅠ

  • The Female Chief of the Shadow's King

    24. The Female Chief of the Shadow's King

    Chinese Movie - 2018

    6.0

    Sobbing when he realizes she offered her life for his. </3 His crying was the catalyst for this list! 

    。゚(゚∩´﹏`∩゚)゚。

  • The Romance of Hua Rong

    25. The Romance of Hua Rong

    Chinese Drama - 2019, 24 episodes

    8.0

    So sweet! A powerful pirate who cries when his wife is mortally wounded ㅠ_ㅠ

  • Too Late to Say I Love You

    26. Too Late to Say I Love You

    Chinese Drama - 2010, 36 episodes

    4.0

    Crying when he realizes he lost what's most important.. He totally deserved it! #nopity

  • Unforgettable Love

    27. Unforgettable Love

    Chinese Drama - 2021, 24 episodes

    8.0

    The uptight CEO cries when he thinks he's guilty for his brother's death.

  • While You Were Sleeping

    28. While You Were Sleeping

    Korean Drama - 2017, 32 episodes

    9.0

    Cocky, young prosecutor crying with frustration over injustice.. cute!

  • You Are My Destiny

    29. You Are My Destiny

    Chinese Drama - 2020, 36 episodes

    5.0

    He deserved all the tears he shed.

  • The Princess Royal

    30. The Princess Royal

    Chinese Drama - 2024, 40 episodes

    8.0
  • Amidst a Snowstorm of Love

    31. Amidst a Snowstorm of Love

    Chinese Drama - 2024, 30 episodes

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