What are some examples of heroes in literature & film?

Question:

What are some examples of heroes in literature & film?

Can you please give me some examples of heroes (or heroines) in literature? I'm also looking for some examples of heroes and heroines in film.

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker:

Robin Hood in Robin Hood Prince of Theives
Frodo in the Lord of the Rings
Harry Potter in any of the Harry Potter books/Movies
King Lear
Cordelia in King Lear

Anne Frank Diary of Anne Frank

John Elder in The Sons of Katie Elder
Michael Patrick "Gus" Donovan in Donovan's reef

Davy Crockett in The Alamo
Jim Bowie The Alamo
William Travis The Alamo

Inspector Dirty Harry Callahan in Magnum Force

Hogan in Two Mules for Sister Sarah