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17 things from kids’ TV and films that were actually super-disturbing as a child

From the creepiest parts of Toy Story to the darkest moments of Spongebob.

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From scary villains and their sinister practices to creepy characters who are supposed to be the good guys, it was actually pretty easy to get freaked out as a child watching a screen.

With their rose-tinted glasses taken off, Reddit users have been sharing the things that disturbed them most from children’s movies and TV.

Here’s 17 of the most harrowing responses.

1. “A lot from Courage the Cowardly Dog.” – kingtut_24

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