Who doesn’t love a show that has you ridiculously invested in a couple? Yes, a show’s plot, amazing cinematography, and brilliant acting should be the things you’re focusing on; however, I would be lying if I said a couple has never been the factor that got me completely hooked on a show. Here are 10 of my absolute favorite TV-Show couples I hope you can obsess over as much as I do.
10) Emma and Killian, Once Upon A Time
I will always eat up an enemies to lovers trope, no matter how overused or cliché it is. This swoon-worthy couple had a rocky start, but ultimately ended up madly in love with each other. They had so many sweet moments together (like when Killian told Emma she was his happy ending), and they were hilarious together! Their chemistry and deep love for each other instantly got me captivated.
9) Jane and rafael, Jane the virgin
This couple’s chemistry was off the charts. This opinion is a controversial one – many will disagree with me and say Michael is Jane’s soulmate, not Rafel. I could write a whole paper on why and how Rafael is the better match. Michael might have been her first love, but Rafel was her truest. Rafael is exactly what Jane needed, and vice versa. I constantly think back to how magical and heartwarming Rafel’s proposal to her was. I loved this couple’s story and found myself rooting for them the entire time. #TeamRafael
8) Seri and Jeong-Hyeok, Crash Landing on you
These two are one of the cutest fictional couples I have seen. The situation that brought them together was definitely a strange one (it’s not every day that a girl falls from the sky and into your arms), but their development and the immense love they eventually feel for each other is heartwarming. They risked their lives for each other countless times and Jeong did the impossible to save Seri from danger. The fact that the actors playing the couple are married in real life (and with the cutest baby boy) makes this story even more touching.
7) Meredith and Derek, Grey’s Anatomy
This is one of the most iconic couples in TV-Show history. What started off as Meredith’s one night stand, turned into the love of her life. Their development was so cute to see, and their love overcame every obstacle that was in their way. They had their fair share of toxic moments, but which couple doesn’t! They’ve made me laugh and cry many times – their love story is definitely one to remember. (P.S. I am still crying over THAT episode)
6) Bonnie and enzo, The vampire diaries
If only they had more time with each other… They were one of the cutest couples on Vampire Diaries. I was so glad to see Bonnie finally in a happy and loving relationship. They were the least toxic couple on the show and were so in love with each other. Bonnie and Enzo should have been endgame! If you watch the show, you would instantly see why this couple is a fan favorite.
5) Claire and Jamie, Outlander
These two fight and love hard. This cute (and very steamy) couple will always have a special place in my heart. Despite being separated for more than 20 years, their love for each other stayed strong and genuine. They loved their way through everything and anything. I can’t even tell you how many times I’ve cried over them. Also, Jamie Fraser is definitely one of the major reasons my standards are currently so high.
4) Elena and Damon, the vampire diaries
You can’t make a list of the best TV-Show couples and not include these two soulmates. Their hearts literally beat for each other. They loved each other unconditionally and there was absolutely nothing others or even themselves could do to make that love stop. Damon gave up being a vampire and all the power that came with that, just so he could spend the rest of his life with Elena. He was the best man for Elena (sorry, Stefan fans). Everyone wishes to have a love story as epic as theirs.
3) ian and mickey, Shameless
If this was a list highlighting the least toxic couples on TV-Shows… these two would have definitely NOT made it onto the list. They had their many ups and downs but ultimately loved each other no matter what. Not only were they unbelievably hilarious together, but their love was undeniably strong, and it was evident that they were prepared to do anything for each other. I loved seeing them mature and navigate through life together in the later seasons, despite their very rocky start. Words cannot describe just how much I love them together.
2) Haley and nathan, One Tree Hill
This couple is actually perfect, and it was very hard for me to not put them at number 1. These high school sweethearts had the best chemistry I have seen in a show. Nathan would move heaven and earth to protect Haley, and there is such a genuine love between the two, despite them being so young. There are so many iconic moments, including the renewal of their vows, their “Always and Forever” motto, their numerous admissions of love to each other, etc.! This couple had too many sweet moments to count, and they always had me in tears!
1) Queen Charlotte and King George, Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story
Their love story is one of the most moving, yet heartbreaking ones I have seen. George was so cold to Charlotte in the beginning of their marriage, only to find out he was doing it to protect her from himself. Despite his descent into madness, Charlotte refused to leave George’s side and continued to stay patient with him. The things they have said to each other moved me in ways I could not imagine. The last scene of the show had me crying rivers at 3 a.m. To have such a strong sense of love and devotion, despite the hardships they’ve been through, was so cute to witness. They will always be one of my favorite fictional couples. The viewers of Queen Charlotte are all glad that Charlotte did not go over that wall.