21 of the most relatable Disney and Pixar characters

Overworked and not paid enough. Walt Disney probably didn’t think Cinderella would be a clear representation of the average person in the 21st century when they adapted this fairytale.

Social media is where people live their best life — at least, that’s what they post to make it seem so. Aladdin is 100% representative of that. He faked the funk to get with Jasmine, so those who tend to spend too much time curating their content for clout definitely get what that so-called street rat was all about.

No significant other and leaving all her wealth to some cats? That’s a mood way too many can get behind.

Who here hasn’t thought that one concert could change the trajectory of their life?

Even when one can’t remember a thing, just keep on going with a positive attitude, and life will end well.

There is nothing more relatable in the Pixar universe than Mr. Incredible being incredibly fed up at his office job.

Many know what it means to live superstitious to a fault.

Robin Hood really lived that “eat the rich” lifestyle that others in the real world rock with.

Not everyone wants to be tied down with a partner. Some just want to be left alone to do cool hobbies like archery.

Eeyore has been a mood in cinema for almost 50 years and in literature for twice as long.

Whether it was New Kids On The Block, Backstreet Boys, or BTS, fangirls around the world looked at Mei in Turning Red and thought, finally, there I am on screen.

Not because he played basketball. Nor because he had a secret singing talent. Troy Bolton is relatable because he acted extremely over the top when faced with a decision.

Rapunzel is for those who feel stuck in their current situation and want nothing more than an adventure.

Marlin’s constant state of worry is everyone living in a post-2020 world.  

Disney knocked it out of the park when they finally decided to tackle the world of video games with Wreck-It Ralph , especially when it came to Sarah Silverman’s Vanellope von Schweetz. She lived a long time thinking she was an issue, a glitch, but eventually discovered she was so much more. It’s relatable and inspiring for those who’ve yet to realize that about themselves.

When Forky said, “I’m trash,” way too many people exclaimed, "Same!"

As soon as it was announced that Anxiety would be one of Riley’s new emotions in 2024’s Inside Out 2, many folks around the world knew all too well that this was going to be the character they would see themselves in.

For some, life is just about hanging out with their best friend all day and living that Hakuna Matata lifestyle.

Every elder emo was Belle once upon a time, dreaming about leaving their provincial life and small hometown.

Peter Pan represents those who have chosen not to lose their childlike wonder.

Ariel has so many qualities that people can relate to. For one, she doesn’t read the terms and conditions before signing Ursula’s contract. She is also an avid collector, so anyone with one too many Funko Pop figurines knows what that’s all about. There’s also the core of Ariel’s story, wanting more out of life than what's expected.