‘Vikings’ (2014)
A goat in the setting of Vikings isn’t abnormal. In fact, goats are seen more than a few times throughout the show. But what really sticks with audiences is Ragnar’s adoration of them. He just can’t seem to resist their cuteness. One particularly memorable goat moment appears in season 2.
When Ragnar’s ex-wife and new wife attend a dinner with him, things get unsurprisingly awkward. This uncomfortableness is immensely felt by Ragnar, who grabs the nearest fluffy goat and cuddles it. There’s hardly anything funnier than seeing a grown man, a big, strong, viking for that matter, terrified by two women, and cradling a small goat like a child with a plush toy. It’s as if his two moms are disciplining him for sneaking a cookie, and he’s trying to gain pity by looking as cute and innocent as possible in the hopes of not getting grounded.
‘Game of Thrones’ (2014)
There are many mentions and appearances of goats in Game of Thrones but one of the most memorable goat moments is actually quite tragic. It’s Game of Thrones, of course it’s tragic.
Daenerys’ most rebellious dragon, Drogon, burns an entire flock of goats, and only takes one away with him to presumably eat. Why is he killing them all and only taking one? It’s a waste! Regardless, these goats’ only purpose are as pawns for Drogon’s character development, to show us how rebellious and dangerous he is. Evidently the goats are the Starks of the farm animals: They all die to further someone else’s story.
‘The Walking Dead’ (2015)
The Walking Dead did as The Walking Dead does. It made viewers everywhere fall in love with a character just to swiftly kill them off. The character in question this time is Tabitha, better known by her full name, Tabitha the goat.
It’s a shock to see such an innocent, average creature just chilling in the grass in the midst of an apocalypse. Once the shock wears off though, it’s hard not to fall for her. Even Morgan, during a dark stage in life, can’t resist her cuteness. When she brutally loses her life, there was mourning across the globe. Your time with us may have been short, Tabitha, but you will forever be missed.
Related: Walking Dead fans react hilariously to Tabitha the goat
‘Scream Queens’ (2015)
Of course Scream Queens would have a random goat in an episode. Is there anything this show doesn’t do? Is there anything Chad doesn’t do? Don’t answer that. Moving on!
Scream Queens, and Ryan Murphy shows in general, tend to address hot topics of the moment. Whether it’s serious issues like parents who won’t vaccinate their children, or silly subjects like shipping, Ryan Murphy’s shows don’t stray away from what’s important, from what viewers want to see. It was only a matter of time, then, that goats would make an appearance. It’s just unfortunate that poor Rammy has to spend her time with Chad.
‘The Leftovers’ (2015)
The goat slaughtering trend continues with The Leftovers, which spares no goat for the greater good of the town. At least, they think it’s for the greater good. There’s a superstitious notion that whatever people did the day of the first departure somehow prevented them from disappearing, so they keep doing those things. Apparently Jerry killed a goat that day, so now Jerry regularly kills goats, and the townspeople hardly give a bleat.
But what’s Jerry going to do when the goats run out? He mustn’t sacrifice them faster than they can reproduce, else there won’t be any left. What’s more, perhaps Jerry could just not kill goats at all, because not only does it leave quite a mess, there’s no evidence to suggest it even works. Bring out the P.O.G.G.S. (Protection Of Goat Survival Society)!
‘Krampus’ (2015)
Not all goats are friendly or victims though. Just in time for the holiday season, at least one goat will refuse to be a victim.
This horror film is based on Krampus, the anti-Saint Nicholas from German folklore. Large, hooved, with big horns, Krampus is a demon-goat type creature. While Santa brings gifts to children who have behaved all year, Krampus punishes those who have misbehaved. Evidently, he brings evil-spirited gifts that try to kill you.
Merry Christmas everyone!
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