19 most iconic Money Heist moments that defined the show

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3. The Professor’s Breakdown

Professor breaks down for Lisbon’s death | Image via Netflix

The Professor is at his most vulnerable when he thinks Raquel has been put to death. Grief consumes the normally calm strategist, causing unbridled, unmanageable misery. The human behind the mastermind is revealed in this breakdown, which makes it iconic. His feelings take precedence over the reason for the first time, demonstrating that even the most calculating genius can lose their composure in the face of personal loss. It is a pivotal moment that changes the direction of the heist.