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Best platonic friendships in TV series

Explore the most heartwarming and meaningful connections on the small screen that have transcended romance. Discover TV friendships that prove support, loyalty, and chemistry can be just as captivating as any love story. This selection celebrates platonic bonds that have become the heart of many series, offering inspiring examples of companionship. From comedies to dramas, these relationships have left an indelible mark on popular culture.

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    Kate Mularkey and Tully Hart (Firefly Lane)

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    • Share a deep and beautiful friendship

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    This female friendship spans decades, showing the ups and downs, unwavering loyalty, and the profound impact they have on each other's lives. The series fully focuses on female friendship, exploring its evolution throughout life.

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    Will Truman and Grace Adler (Will & Grace)

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    • Consider each other in major decisions

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    One of the most famous male-female platonic friendships on television, with a deep love and mutual dependence that often overshadows their romantic relationships. Its recent 'revival' and constant mention keep it relevant.

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    Sylvia and Will (Platonic)

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    • Reunited after a long rift in friendship

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    This series explicitly focuses on the platonic friendship between a woman and a man who reconnect in middle age, exploring the complexities and fun of their non-romantic bond. Its premise makes it a direct and highly relevant example for this ranking.

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    Rebecca Welton (Ted Lasso)

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    • Supports Keeley's growth and potential

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    Their friendship develops throughout the series, showing mutual support, respect, and a deep emotional connection, without ever turning into a romance. They challenge many viewers' expectations, serving as an excellent example of a platonic friendship between a man and a woman.

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    The Derry Girls (Derry Girls)

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    • Portrays loyal and ludicrously chaotic female friendship

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    This group of teenage friends navigates life in Northern Ireland during the 'Troubles', showcasing a chaotic, hilarious, and deeply loyal friendship. The series remains much-loved and its portrayal of teenage friendship is authentic and fun.

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    Wille and Felice (Young Royals)

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    • Felice supports Wille and Simon's relationship

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    Their friendship evolves from a more superficial relationship to genuine support and mutual understanding, especially in the context of the royal and social pressures Wille faces. Felice is seen as a great example of a good friend.

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    Simon and Ayub (Young Royals)

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    • Loyal friend

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    This solid and supportive friendship provides Simon with an anchor in his life, offering humor and honesty. It is a current example of a strong and well-developed platonic bond in a popular series.

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    Grace Hanson and Frankie Bergstein (Grace and Frankie)

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    • Friendship brings meaning to life

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    Two elderly women, initially rivals, who are forced to live together and develop a deep and unexpected friendship. They support each other through the challenges of old age, divorce, and life, breaking stereotypes.

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    Meredith Grey and Cristina Yang (Grey's Anatomy)

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    • Unforgettable friendship

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    Their friendship is the heart of the series for many seasons, defined by the phrase 'You're my person'. It is an intense bond of unconditional support and deep understanding, often stronger than their romantic relationships.

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    Mike, Dustin, Lucas, Will, and Eleven (Stranger Things)

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    • Represents the purest form of loyalty

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    This group of friends unites to face supernatural threats, demonstrating unwavering loyalty, bravery, and the power of friendship in childhood and adolescence. The series remains very popular and their friendships are a central pillar of the plot.

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    Joey Tribbiani and Chandler Bing (Friends)

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    • One of the closest relationships

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    Their friendship is a pillar of the series, characterized by their humor, unconditional support, cohabitation, and an almost fraternal connection. It remains extremely popular, and their friendships are constantly referenced as the gold standard for friend groups on television.

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    Sheldon Cooper and Leonard Hofstadter (The Big Bang Theory)

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    • Demonstrate a strong friendship

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    A peculiar friendship between two physicists, where Leonard demonstrates infinite patience and constant support for Sheldon, despite the latter's eccentricities. Their friendship dynamics are recognized examples of how very different people can form a strong bond.

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    Howard Wolowitz and Rajesh Koothrappali (The Big Bang Theory)

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    • Shared funny moments

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    A comical and endearing friendship, which often explores the limits of male intimacy and mutual support, even with their quirks. It complements the series' friendship dynamics, offering another angle of male platonic friendship.