15 Most selfless characters in movies and shows history

Modified Jan 10, 2025 06:51 ET

5. Forrest Gump (Forrest Gump)

Tom Hanks as Forrest Gump. Image via Amazon Prime Video

Forrest ran through life with a simple mantra: “Love everyone and maybe eat some shrimp.” From saving fellow soldiers in Vietnam to investing in Bubba’s dream, Forrest’s selflessness came naturally. Sure, he might not have known he was being heroic, but that just makes his sacrifices more pure. Plus, he taught us that life is like a box of chocolates—sometimes, you get praline, and other times, you just get diabetes. And let’s not forget, he ran across America just because someone needed hope.