If we’re being completely honest, there is no other kind of relationship that remotely compares to the bond between siblings. Whether filled with rivalry and hard feelings or nothing but sweet love and appreciation, it is an undeniable fact that the powerful bond shared between two people of the same blood – or not – is quite unmatched.
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From Sam and Dean Winchester to Leia and Luke Skywalker, movies and television have always offered a wide range of incredible sibling duos, and audiences simply cannot help empathizing with them. At times, it almost feels like viewers, too, are a part of these characters’ compelling connections. These duos share unique dynamics – they can be heartwarming and supportive or troubled and chaotic. Even so, they remain compelling and fascinating, often acting as the best aspect of their respective projects.
16 Oj and Emerald Haywood
‘Nope’ (2022)
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Although the focus of the underrated science fiction Nope isn’t exactly OJ and Emerlad’s relationship but rather the huge being that’s tormenting their town, it would be hard to picture Jordan Peele’s great alien invasion movie without Daniel Kaluuya and Keke Palmer’s performances as the fantastic sibling duo at its center, as they can be seen teaming up throughout the movie’s entirety.
Whether they are bickering (find synonymous) or fighting a gigantic beast, OJ and Emerald are an overlooked duo for the books, which is not surprising considering that the movie doesn’t get the love that it gets. Whether it is thanks to Kaluuya and Palmer’s acting efforts or the film’s well-written screenplay, OJ and Emerald inevitably charm everyone with their chemistry and fantastic teamwork.
Nope
Release Date July 20, 2022
Runtime 130 minutes
Main Genre Horror
15 Katniss and Prim Everdeen
‘The Hunger Games’ Film Series (2012 – 2015)
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This Hunger Games sisterly duo is one that easily comes to mind when the subject is famous siblings in movies. It is very clear from the beginning of the iconic death game movie that the two share a very strong bond and that Katniss feels extremely protective over Primrose.
Although, unfortunately, Prim ended up undergoing a tragic fate nonetheless, their bond remains strong and unbreakable; after all, not everyone would voluntarily take their sister’s place in the Hunger Games. Katniss proved that she would gladly take a bullet for her younger sister by choosing to keep her away from harm and face the deadly games in her place.
The Hunger Games
Created by Suzanne Collins
Watch on Netflix
14 Fred and George Weasley
‘Harry Potter’ Film Series (2001 – 2011)
Fred (James Phelps) and George (Oliver Phelps) are as thick as thieves. Harry Potter’s sneaky duo with extremely cute and enviable matching sweaters turned out to be one of the best portrayals of brotherhood on the big screen. Although Ron, Billy, and Ginny are also a part of the family, these two particular characters almost have a bond of their own. Like two peas in a pod, where one went, the other followed.
The Weasley twins are two of the greatest, funniest, most entertaining characters in the Harry Potter series. Not only do they bring a fair share of fun and goofiness to the films, but also a very realistic portrayal of what genuine brotherhood looks like. No doubt, Fred and George are among the most famous siblings in movies.
13 T’Challa and Shuri
‘Black Panther’ (2018)
Marvel strikes with another couple of characters that accurately portray a distinctive and entertaining sibling dynamic. This time, the fictional people in question are T’Challa (played by the late Chadwick Boseman) and Shuri (Letitia Wright) from Black Panther, the perfect example of what typical brothers and sisters act like around each other.
Filled with teasing and making fun of one another while knowing that deep down, no one compares to the person they have grown up with, this unique bond was almost too good to be true. Much like Luke and Leia, T’Challa and Shuri are masters of their fields; putting them together results in a ferocious and implacable duo.
Black Panther
Release Date February 16, 2018
Director Ryan Coogler
Runtime 134 minutes
12 Anna and Elsa Oldenburg
‘Frozen’ Film Series (2013 – 2019)
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It wouldn’t even be fair not to add these two to any best sibling ranking. Anna and Elsa of Frozen are known for sharing an intimate connection since the beginning of the movie, entertaining thousands of fans with their fun-loving personalities while always being there for each other.
Although Anna could never live up to Elsa’s superpowers, she would go to the ends of the Earth for her sister, and Elsa would more easily make hell freeze over than let anything happen to Anna. Through thick and thin, these loving characters remain the same inseparable sisters they once were. Anna and Elsa grow older and wiser, but their undying and sweet companionship will always be there, and fans can’t wait to see more of them in the upcoming Frozen film.
Frozen
Release Date November 20, 2013
Director Chris Buck , Jennifer Lee
Runtime 108 minutes
11 Wednesday and Pugsley Addams
‘Wednesday’ (2022 – )
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They’re creepy and they’re kooky; these two have been around for a while now, earning a spot among the best brother and sister duos. However, Tim Burton’s take on the characters’ relationship has earned a place in the hearts of many. Beautifully brought to life by Jenna Ortega and Isaac Ordonez in Netflix’s Wednesday, the titular character and Pugsly’s relationship is among the most endearing in its own strange way.
Contrary to her brother, Wednesday is not keen on deliberately showing affection. Nevertheless, it is still quite evident that, deep down, Wednesday does love and care for Pugsly, protecting him against anything and everyone. These two are the definition of “no one bullies my brother except for me,” and there’s something beautiful about that.
Wednesday
Release Date November 23, 2022
Creator Alfred Gough, Miles Millar
Seasons 2
Watch on Netflix
10 Ross and Monica Geller
‘Friends’ (1994 – 2004)
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Considering how treasured Friends is, it only makes sense that two of its titular characters also earn a spot among the most favored on this list. Played by CourteneyCox and DavidSchwimmer, these two are known for their bickering and teasing, realistically illustrating the sister and brother relationships often seen off-screen.
Incredibly competitive but without ever sacrificing their love for each other, Ross and Monica’s close bond (sometimes way too close for comfort, according to some fans) is unforgettable, especially given that the two were one of the biggest, most popular TV shows, with their bond being a central part of it. After all, they were there for each other every step of the way, supporting each other’s relationships among other things.
Friends
Release Date September 22, 1994
Seasons 10
9 Luke and Leia Skywalker
‘Star Wars’ Film Series (1977 – 2019)
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While this relationship started in a – well, unconventional way, Luke and Leia remain among the best cinematic siblings. The two prized Star Wars characters bonded almost instantly, becoming even closer as soon as they discovered they shared the same blood in 1983’s Star Wars: Return of the Jedi.
Even though the big reveal startled everyone, Leia (Carrie Fisher) and Luke (Mark Hamill) definitely go down as one of the most iconic sibling duos. Both are quite different characters with much to offer and are great at doing what they do best. Thanks to Hammill and Fisher’s warm, earnest performances, Luke and Leia’s bond remains a fan-favorite aspect of the Star Wars saga; together, they are unstoppable.
8 Sam and Dean Winchester
‘Supernatural’ (2005 – 2020)
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For years, Supernatural was the crowning jewel of The CW’s line-up, and it’s all thanks to the charming duo at its center. While Sam (Jared Padalecki) and Dean (Jensen Ackles) start the enthralling series as close-enough siblings, their strong bond slowly develops, becoming one of the main plotlines in the show.
These two charming characters won over a lot of people’s hearts, both individually and as a team, strengthening their relationship throughout the episodes and kicking ass as the incredible dynamic duo they are. The Winchester brothers gave the expression “to hell and back” a whole new meaning. They died for each other – literally – proving that some bonds are too strong to break, no matter how hard the forces of hell try.
Supernatural
Release Date September 13, 2005
Creator Eric Kripke
Seasons 15
7 Jon Snow and Arya Stark
‘Game of Thrones’ (2011 – 2019)
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Because of its gigantic universe, lore, and world-building, Game of Thrones features plenty of iconic characters that share interesting relationship dynamics. However, Arya (Maisie Williams) and Jon Snow (Kit Harrington) may be the most popular sibling duo. This is no wonder, considering how obvious it is that Arya genuinely loves Jon, and the two care for each other deeply.
When everyone was going against the potentially powerful Arya, Jon was the only one encouraging her dreams and ambitions, hence why she has always looked up to her half-brother. Despite the fact that the two turned out to actually be cousins, Jon and Arya ultimately deserve a spot among the best sibling duos on television for the powerful familial bond they shared.
Game Of Thrones
Release Date April 17, 2011
Creator David Benioff, D.B. Weiss
Seasons 8
Watch on Max
6 Katara and Sokka
‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ (2005 – 2008)
What better way to show affection than by constantly having each other’s backs and defending one another through thick and thin? There is no doubt that this Water Tribe duo of Avatar: The Last Airbender loves each other to their cores, often working together and consequently becoming the best version of themselves.
The powerful benders Katara and Sokka are unquestionably one of the most treasured pairs of siblings on television and among the most accurate representations of the brother-sister dynamic in media. While they’re often at each other’s throats, when push comes to shove, these characters would easily risk their lives for their other half.
5 Fleabag and Claire
‘Fleabag’ (2016 – 2019)
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Amazon Prime’s original series Fleabag delivers a complex portrait of sisterhood when depicting Fleabag (Phoebe Waller-Bridge) and Claire’s (Sian Clifford) often turbulent relationship. The two characters could not be any more different from each other; it is not just the simple details that are poles apart. More than anything, it is their mindset and general attitude toward life that makes them two completely non-identical people.
Although polar opposites, their bond throughout the series is really well explored. It is obvious to anyone that Claire and Fleabag would do anything for each other, often acting as each other’s sole source of support. This comical, at times emotional show beautifully managed to capture the struggles of sisterhood while accurately portraying the different anxieties of each character.
Fleabag
Release Date September 16, 2016
Creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge
Seasons 2
4 Will and Jonathan Byers
‘Stranger Things’ (2016 – 2024)
This Stranger Things duo is arguably one of the best things in modern television. From the very beginning, it is evident that Jonathan (Charlie Heaton) and Will (Noah Schnapp) share a very intimate and protective bond, especially when it comes to the older brother’s shielding over the youngest.
Jonathan would do anything to ensure Will’s safety, even if it included a terrifying trip to the Upside Down. Facing a good number of Stranger Things’ bizarre creatures is probably not the character’s main concern as long as he gets to bring his little brother back to welfare (where they can later discuss their awesome taste in music).
Stranger Things
Release Date July 15, 2016
Creator Matt Duffer, Ross Duffer
Seasons 5
3 Bart and Lisa Simpson
‘The Simpsons’ (1989 – )
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This famous brother-sister duo is more than popular – it’s outright iconic, a crucial part of modern pop culture. While the two are fundamentally different, with distinct kinds of behavior and personal tastes, The Simpsons’ Bart and Lisa couldn’t live without each other.
What is so unique about Bart and Lisa’s relationship is how well it represents an average sister-brother dynamic; there’s fighting, name-calling, some banter, and a whole lot of love. They are relatable for viewers who actually share this type of relationship in real life. The two are frequently displaying acts of rivalry, but they ultimately end up bonding over shared interests and clearly care for one another.
The Simpsons
Release Date December 17, 1989
Seasons 36
Main Genre Comedy
2 Stefan and Damon Salvatore
‘The Vampire Diaries’ (2009 – 2017)
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Who doesn’t love a well-developed brotherly relationship between two vampires? Damon (Ian Salvatore) and Stefan (Paul Weasley) from The Vampire Diaries are proof that, with the right amount of effort and an interesting enough storyline, those can be pulled perfectly.
While both TVD characters have done a great deal of bad things to each other throughout the series, they have also come a very long way. The audience witnesses countless times how clearly and how much Stefan cares for Damon — spoiler alert: it is a lot. Damon himself once said that Stefan is all he has. From emotional lines to heartwarming scenes, it is an undeniable fact that these two hold each other dear and close to their hearts. And we viewers can’t help but sympathize with their unusual, tender bond.
The Vampire Diaries
Release Date September 10, 2009
Creator Julie Plec, Kevin Williamson
Seasons 8
1 Thor and Loki Odinson
The Marvel Cinematic Universe
Make way for the superior pair of brothers in the Marvel universe! Tom Hiddleston and Chris Hemsworth brought these two characters to the big screen for the first time in Thor (2011), and fans can’t get enough of them to this day. Though there are some questionable takes on their relationship, there is no denying that Loki and Thor’s dynamic is extremely complex and captivating.
The dynamic between the two godly brothers is hardly perfect; on the contrary, it is filled with melancholy and resentment. However, everyone knows Thor and Loki deeply care for each other, no matter how much they try to hide it. They have each gone through numerous ups and downs and suffered unspeakable pain and tragedy. However, they still have each other, even if one is a living tree and the other a single father living somewhere in the vastness of the universe.
Thor
Release Date May 6, 2011
Runtime 115 minutes
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