Cole Sear is a fictional character from the 1999 film The Sixth Sense, directed by M. Night Shyamalan. He is portrayed by actor Haley Joel Osment and is a young boy who possesses the ability to see and communicate with the dead. This unique gift causes him significant emotional distress, as he struggles to understand and cope with the spirits that appear to him. In the film, Cole seeks help from a child psychologist named Dr. Malcolm Crowe, played by Bruce Willis. As their relationship develops, Cole learns to confront his fears and ultimately finds a way to accept his abilities. The character's journey highlights themes of fear, acceptance, and the importance of communication.