Summary

Film and television have long been loaded with account of quixotic connexion . Even if romance is n’t the central focus , the writing style seems to penetrate others oftentimes . Latinian language can be come up in anything from action motion-picture show to revulsion flicks , and while today ’s democratic spiritualist has made way for more open LGBTQ+ agency , most romances are exclusively heteronormative : being between a man and a woman . Amorous connexion between those of dissimilar genders is seen as a forgone conclusion so often that platonic relationships are rarefied .

Popular queer ships , even those utilizing usual romance image , are either framed as one - sided , entirely reliant on subtext , or break to the land of fanfiction : the pairing ofSupernatural’sDean Winchester and Castielbeing one infamous example . However , it seems that whenever the slightest connectedness is made between manly and female reference , the two will inevitably begin dating , regardless of their compatibility , suitableness for other people , or the all over lack of romantic tension between them . Some shows manage to let on the mould , showcasing solid , sweet-smelling , and very much needed lesson of virile and distaff friendly relationship .

10BoJack & Diane

BoJack Horseman

Were it not forBoJack Horseman’sunique and subversive take on the classic sitcom pattern , BoJack Horseman and Diane Nguyen would ’ve ruined their friendship . BoJack ’s prevailing result with adult female were a major theme for much of the serial publication , with Diane remain one of the few female character to have not joined his inclination of ex - devotee . While the two ’s friendship was every bit as insalubrious as it was loving and sorely realistic , a wondrous amount of lordliness was demonstrated in not allow them to cross that line .

9Phoebe & Joey

Friends

In a serial publication all about break - ups , make - ups , and self - uncovering , it is n’t any admiration that ofFriends’six main characters , four of them end up together . While the friendship between Phoebe and Joey remains one of the strong in the series , it was not without the toying , near - hookups , and obvious attraction that would ordinarily lead characters down the gangway . While this has led many to hypothesise thatPhoebe and Joey may have had a secretrelationship , the idea of such a solid friendship devolving into a clandestine amour is just that : an idea . Nothing beyond a true platonic love ever develop between them , with Joey even stick in Phoebe to Mike Hannigan ( Paul Rudd ): her future husband .

8Leslie & Ron

Parks and Recreation

The family relationship betweenParks and Rec’sLeslie Knope and Ron Swanson is uniquein that , unlike many of its predecessors – and the friendships that come after it – these two are determine by their chemistry as an iconic duo , al a Batman and Robin , with absolutely zero romantic tenseness between them . While many other on - screen friendships often allude to sexual attractive force , flirtation , or experiment with the idea , Ron and Leslie remain both warm and determinedly platonic . The pair ’s ups - and - downs , their compatible eccentricity , and their undeniable dearest for each other is what make their friendship one of the greatest ever depicted .

7Steve & Robin

Stranger Things

Though Scoops Ahoy co - prole Steve and Robin began on an antipathetic foot , the two promptly mould a bond , stumbling into an evil conspiracy and saving the public from malevolent forces . When Steve reveals he has flavor for her , Robin number out as a lesbian , motivate immediate sympathy and adoption . While Steve does question Robin ’s gustatory modality in woman , he indorse her without question : an especially sweet development considering thatStranger Things’small - township stage setting in the 1980s .

6Audrey & Noah

Scream: The TV Series

WhileScream : The TV Seriesnever quite observe its footing with audiences , one systematically enjoyable element is the quick platonic alchemy between best Quaker Audrey Jensen and Noah Foster . dub themselves"the world ’s sad offense - fight down duo : Bi - curious and The Virgin,“Audrey and Noah ’s in - jokes , compatible personalities , and unwavering mutual funding made them a wonderful case of a loving and unshakable friendship . Though the two share an badly - conceive candy kiss at the start of season 2 , the abruptly - endure series was fast to return them to an already perfect status quo .

5Jessie & Matthew

Big Mouth

While often drag through the mud for its complete - out humour and unflinching look at the horrors of pubescence , Big Mouthhas quite a lot of heart , none more so than in its depictions of friendly relationship . A illustrious example of this is the bond certificate between future militant Jessie Glazer and the out - and - proud Matthew McDowel . Jessie has served as a financial backing system for Matthew multiple time throughout the series , even inadvertently advertize his once bigoted parent toward more progressive scene .

4Sokka & Toph

Avatar: The Last Airbender

incarnation : The Last Airbender’sToph and Sokka deal an understated , yet firm bond . The acclaimed animated series has been praise for its depictions of see family , with Toph and Sokka serve as a shine illustration . Sokka is often most likely to dethaw the hardened Earth Bender ’s baffling outside , offering uncharacteristically salvia advice , and always render support and protective cover when take . While some fan muse that Sokka may be the male parent of at least one of Toph ’s daughters in the tailspin - off seriesLegend of Korra , the theory has been largely disproven .

3Marceline & Finn

Adventure Time

While not the most prominent relationship inAdventure Time , the friendly relationship between Marceline and Finn is both subtle and upstanding . A sorely brief and horribly misguided press , evolved into a loving , yet understated bond like that of a brother and sister . As did Finn ’s relationship with Marceline ’s actual passion interest , the beautiful Bonnibel Bubblegum .

2Xander & Willow

Buffy the Vampire Slayer

In a series chockful of meaningful family relationship , Xander and Willow have bring in a spot . ally since early childhood , their bond culminate in a love that is literally world - economy . Late in season 6 , Willow is twisted into an unrecognizable military unit for evil after being overcome by grief . Xander is the one to break her barriers , sharing a affecting account about a broken yellow wax crayon , and allowing his love to change her back . The scene is sweet , warmness - breakage , and an overpowering model of the tycoon of amicable bonds .

1Lucifer & Mazikeen

Lucifer

While the affable monster and his savvy correct hand are technically ex - devotee , Lucifer’ssix - time of year run proves that their friendship is stiff than hellfire . Mazikeen , while hot - guide , is exceptionally patriotic and surprisingly loving . Lucifer , for his part , displays an consuming amount of care for his"best fiend,“specifically when at fault for rift in their relationship . After successfully reunify Mazikeen with her Bridget - to - be , Eve , Lucifer proudly serve as better man .

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Matthew and Jessi singing in the Big Mouth Valentine’s Day episode

Bojack and Diane in front of a night sky in BoJack Horseman

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Marceline and Finn sitting together and smiling in Adventure TIme

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Lucifer and Maze standing together, her arms folded and him smiling.