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WatchMojo introduces their list of the top 20 'Why Won't You Die' scenes in movies and TV. The list focuses on moments where characters survive fatal or dangerous situations, often eliciting the iconic phrase from their frustrated adversaries.
Toad believes he's eliminated Storm by knocking her down an elevator shaft. However, she makes a powerful return, leading Toad to question, "Don't you people ever die?" Storm then retaliates with her weather abilities.
Jafar, after gaining immense power, tries to kill Aladdin. Despite being sent flying, Aladdin survives and tries to steal Jafar's lamp, prompting Jafar to exclaim, "How many times do I have to kill you, boy?" before his ultimate defeat.
Ms. Lint blasts The Tick with lightning, but he not only withstands it but also delivers a clever retort when she asks why he's still standing, showcasing his incredible endurance.
The shapeshifter Tina attempts to kill Clark Kent with Kryptonite. After Clark survives and offers forgiveness, Tina's rage consumes her, leading her to try one last desperate attack that results in her own demise.
Red, after being shot, miraculously wakes up and, more annoyed than hurt, complains about where he was wounded. His captors are stunned by his survival and his shaming of them for shooting him after he invited them over.
Two-Face tries to burn Batman in a convoluted trap. Batman emerges unscathed thanks to his fireproof cape, causing Two-Face to nearly lose his mind in frustration at his failure.
Aku's repeated failed attempts to kill Samurai Jack lead to a powerful outburst during his downtime, where he screams, "Why won't you die?" showcasing his immense frustration with his immortal foe.
Alec, believed dead, returns as a villain and is constantly frustrated by Bond's survival. After Bond narrowly escapes a train, Alec expresses his annoyance, asking, "Why can't you just be a good boy and die?"
Due to Homer accidentally killing the Grim Reaper, Frankie the Squealer becomes immortal. His mafia associates are baffled when their attempts to kill him fail, questioning, "Frankie the Squealer, why won't you die?"
Ethan Hunt and August Walker both survive a horrific helicopter crash and fall. Walker's frustration at Hunt's survival is palpable, though Hunt continues to survive further deadly scrapes to save the world.
A flashback reveals how Bullet Tooth Tony got his name: he survives being shot six times, baffling his would-be assassin. This scene cemented Tony's reputation as incredibly tough.
Carl, a formidable henchman, repeatedly comes back after John McClane believes he's defeated him. Carl's surprising return in the movie's finale makes McClane question his mortality before Sergeant Powell finally takes him down.
Eric Draven (The Crow), already healing, dares Funboy to shoot him. Funboy's shots are ineffective, and his exasperated cry of "Jesus Christ!" is met with Eric's witty continuation of the classic joke.
Ultron, wielding the Infinity Stones, is baffled when the Guardians of the Multiverse survive his attacks due to Strange Supreme's protection spell. His confusion leads him to ask, "Why won't you die?"
King Arthur's duel with the Black Knight becomes absurd as the knight insists on fighting even after losing multiple limbs, leading to iconic and hilarious dialogue about his unwavering determination.
Freddy Krueger fights Jason Voorhees and is stunned when, after dropping a boiler on him, Jason still keeps going. Freddy's exasperated "Why won't you die?" highlights the near-immortality of both horror icons.
Austin Powers hilariously uses Robin as a human shield against knives, machine gun fire, and even a bazooka. Austin's bewildered question, "Why won't you die?" perfectly punctuates her incredible resilience.
The Man With No Name takes multiple shots to the chest and taunts his enemies, revealing a makeshift bulletproof vest. His survival elicits a shocked reaction from his assailant, cementing the scene's iconic status.
After the T-1000 is frozen and shattered, Arnie believes he's won. However, the advanced prototype regenerates from tiny droplets, leaving John Connor and his allies in terrified disbelief as it re-forms.
V withstands countless bullets and takes down Creedy's men, fulfilling his dark prophecy. Creedy's desperate cries of "Why won't you die?" are met with V's iconic declaration that "ideas are bulletproof," emphasizing his symbolic immortality.