25 Most Famous Duos in History

Which characters in television history are your most famous duos and why?

We all know there are several duos and we also have those we consider our favourites. Whether it’s Tom and Jerry, SpongeBob and Patrick, Bat and Robin, or Han Solo and Chewbacca, we love our favourite duos just the way they are.

A fan of DC comics will choose Batman and his sidekick Robin, while Star Wars fans will choose Han Solo and Chewbacca. Everyone gets to pick their favourite duos, those they see as inseparable best friends.

In a moment, we will list the most famous duos in history. Perhaps you will find one of your favourite duos on this list.

Who Are the Most Famous Duos in History?

We have seen many duos on television and some of us have come to love these characters. In my opinion, Tom and Jerry are among the most famous duos in TV history.

SpongeBob and Patrick, Marlin and Dory, Rick and Morty, Link and Princess Zelda, and Shrek and Donkey are some of the best duos for kids.

Bonnie and Clyde, Thelma & Louise, Wayne Campbell and Garth Algar, Han Solo and Chewbacca, and Frodo Baggins and Samwise Gamgee are some of the names on our list.

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Want to find out the most famous duos in history, check out our list of the top twenty-five.

#25. Marlin and Dory: Finding Nemo

Marlin needed to find his only Nemo and it couldn’t have been possible without Dory. Although Dory lives with short-term memory loss, she helped Marlin reunite with his son Nemo.

Marlin and Dory were best pals through their journey to find Nemo. After Dory helped Marlin get his son back, Marlin helped Dory overcome her short-term memory loss.

#24. SpongeBob and Patrick: SpongeBob SquarePants

Next on our list of the most famous duos in history are SpongeBob and Patrick.

Whether you are a kid or an adult, you must have seen an episode of SpongeBob SquarePants on Nickelodeon. Since 1999, the show has aired over 280 episodes.

Most of us watched SpongeBob and his friends in Bikini Bottom while growing up. SpongeBob and his best pal Patrick have had several adventures undersea. Patrick, SpongeBob, and Squidward are one of the world’s most popular trios.

One thing we can remember is that SpongeBob and Patrick are always annoying Squidward for several reasons.

#23. Rick and Morty: Rick and Morty

Rick and Morty are parodies of Doc Brown and Marty McFly and they have proven themselves to be different persons. Young Rick will always involve his grandson in his dangerous adventures.

Gong on this dangerous adventure with his grandfather has left Morty traumatized. Despite their toxic relationship Morty and his grandfather will always thrill the audience with laughs.

#22. Shrek and Donkey: Shrek

Shrek and Donkey are one of the most famous duos in history.

These two had no option but to work together after Lord Farquaad exiled several fairy tale creatures. Donkey was one of those fairy tale creatures exiled as well.

Shrek and Donkey travelled to Duloc to save Princess Fiona who was imprisoned in a tower guided by a dragon. Shrek was an anti-social and territorial ogre but became best pals with Donkey.

#21. Troy and Abed: Community

Troy and Abed were the most famous couple at Greendale Community College.

Some of us can remember Troy and Abed Spanish Rap in the second episode of the show Troy and Abed in the Morning. Fans have also seen them rock Greendale to its core.

#20. Thelma & Louise: Thelma & Louise

These two are best friends who set out for a weekend vacation at a fishing cabin in the mountains.

While the two best friends were on their way, they stopped at a roundhouse bar, where Thelma met a stranger, Harlan. They danced and after that Harlan took Thelma to a parking lot and tries to rape her.

She was saved by her best friend Louise who threatened to shoot Harlan. After the film was released, the duo became feminist icons for their act of bravery.

#19. Wayne Campbell and Garth Algar: Wayne’s World

Wayne Campbell and Garth Algar are one of the most famous duos in history.

Campbell and Algar became fan’s favourite after their breakout debut on NBC’s Saturday Night Live. Wayne and Garth gave audiences the most excellent show with their iconic catchphrases, extreme close-ups and jokes.

#18. Bonnie and Clyde: Bonnie and Clyde

Bonnie and her partner Clyde are one of the most notorious gangsters ever.

These two and their gang terrorized the central United States during the Great Depression. The couple preferred to rob small but robbing banks is something they are known for.

After several bank robberies and murders, Bonnie and Clyde were ambushed and killed by a team of officers.

#17. Brian and Stewie Griffin: Family Guy

Brian and Stewie Griffin are among the most famous duos in television history.

Fans see these two as the best part of Family Guy. Initially, these two started the show hating each other, but will go on having many hilarious adventures together.

Brian and Stewie Griffin’s fun moments together enthralled audiences across the world. They are the definition of worst enemies turned best friends and fans are loving it.

#16. Link and Princes Zelda: The Legend of Zelda

The Princess of Hyrule has been saved severally by Link who has always protected her from evil. The Demon King Ganon is the mastermind behind most of the evil Link has to fight off.

Link and Princess Zelda have built a relationship enabling them to protect Hyrule together. The duo are regarded as the most extraordinary couple in video game history.

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#15. Frodo Baggins and Samwise Gamgee: The Lord of the Rings Trilogy

Without Sam, Frodo couldn’t have made it to Mordor. Samwise Gamgee is that one true friend that everybody needs.

Frodo and Sam left the Shire to meet Gandalf at an Inn. However, the wizard did not show up as planned and the hobbits were attacked by the Nazgul.

Samwise Gamgee chooses to go with Frodo on his perilous journey to Mount Doom to destroy the One Ring of Power. Frodo wanted to continue the dangerous journey alone, but Sam will never let that happen.

Sam helped Frodo destroy the One Ring, carrying him up the mountain when he was too weak to continue the journey.

#14. Felix and Oscar: The Odd Couple

Two divorced men living in one apartment is not something we see that often. Felix Unger, a neurotic neat freak and fun-loving slob Oscar Madison decides to live together in an apartment.

The Odd Couple is one of the highest-grossing films of the 1960s.

#13. Lucy and Ricky Ricardo: I Love Lucy

Lucy and Ricky are one of the most famous duos in television history.

Ricky Ricardo and Lucy first met on a blind date set up by Lucy’s friend. Ricky and Lucy fell in love with each other and they got married in no time.

Lucy found out that she was pregnant with little Ricky. She needs to tell her husband about the pregnancy, but every time she tries to do that, something comes up to distract her husband.

She finally tells her husband about the pregnancy and they both sang together, “We Are Having a Baby”.

#12. Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson: Sherlock Holmes

It’s odd to see Sherlock Holmes solving mysteries without his friend Dr Watson. These two work closely to solve whatever mysteries that is in front of them.

Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson are like the two sides of a coin, one is incomplete without the other.

#11. Jules Winnfield and Vince Vega: Pulp Fiction

In my opinion, I would say this is Tarantino’s version of Men in Black. Winnfield and Vega are best known for their black and white suits and unique hairstyle.

We can all remember Jules Winnfield reciting a bible verse before shooting Brett for trying to double-cross Marsellus Wallace.

#10. Woody and Buzz Lightyear: Toy Story

Woody never felt comfortable with Andy’s love for Buzz. Throughout their first film together, Woody clashed with the toy space ranger for some reason.

The duo did not get along at first but soon developed a strong relationship together. Woody and Buzz Lightyear’s greatest moment together is when they flew back to their owner.

Buzz Lightyear and Woody are one of the most famous duos in television history.

#9. Captain Kirk and Mr Spock: Star Trek

As the captain of the U.S.S. Enterprise, Kirk argued with the logic of Mr Spock during their adventures across galaxies. Since Captain Kirk and Mr Spock are on the same ship, they will soon learn to work together.

Captain Kirk and Mr Spock will alter become inseparable, building a strong relationship as they travel across the cosmos.

#8. Doc and Marty: Back to the Future Trilogy

Back to the Future is one of the films of the 1980s.

Doc is the genius eccentric scientist who builds a time machine for Marty McFly to travel back in time. Marty handed a note to Doc which saved him from getting killed by terrorists.

The duo enjoyed every fun moment of travelling through time.

#7. Joey and Chandler: Friends

Joey and Chandler have been best pals since day one, as the two friends love playing foosball and watching Baywatch on their recliners.

The two friends have been through the rough patches of life, but they have shown fans that they will always be best buds.

#6. John Lennon & Paul McCartney: The Beatles

Next on our list of the most famous duos in history are John Lennon & Paul McCartney.

Lennon and McCartney were the creative minds behind the Beatles. The duo wrote most of the band’s hit songs by themselves. Fans will always agree that John Lennon and Paul McCartney were the best in the group.

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#5. Scooby-Doo and Shaggy: Scooby Doo

Thousands if not millions of kids grew up watching Scooby Doo and Shaggy on their hilarious adventures. Scooby-Doo and Shaggy will never stay away from scary monsters.

The two best friends are always involved in solving mysteries or running away from scary monsters. Scooby-Doo and Shaggy are not the world’s greatest detectives, but they are good at solving mysteries.

#4. Batman and Robin

Superheroes are likely to have a sidekick, someone watching their back when they are fighting the villains.

Batman always fights the bad guys with his loyal young ward Robin. Bruce adopted Robin after the young lad lost his parents. The duo soon became the face of vengeance in Gotham, fighting criminals and villains.

Batman and Robin are among the most famous duos in television history.

#3. Tom and Jerry: Tom and Jerry

It’s always fun to watch Tom trying to get rid of Jerry through every means. Despite Tom’s effort to get rid of Jerry, the mouse always ends up defeating the cat.

Tom can’t live with Jerry and can’t live without his rival. We have William Hana and Joseph Barbera to thank for creating one of the greatest animated series.

#2. Romeo and Juliet: Romeo and Juliet

The love story of Romeo and Juliet has always been the same. They both fall in love with each other but are soon separated by the inevitable, death.

Shakespeare gave us the most iconic love story we have ever seen.

#1. Han Solo and Chewbacca: Star Wars

Han Solo and Chewbacca had some of the best adventures travelling through galaxies. Chewbacca and Han Solo met in an unfriendly encounter.

Han Solo understood the Wookie and they soon became best friends. Fans of Star Wars were sad to see Chewie lose his best pal Han Solo.

The Wookiee and Han Solo are among the most famous duos in TV history.

Conclusion

I hope we included your favourite duos on this list. Many duos have enthralled audiences across the world. This list shows the best 25 in television history.

We hope this article was helpful and that you agree with this list.

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