Having a companion by your side is mentally and physically beneficial, with the best friendships in movies proving this right. Creating memories, sharing experiences, and telling the emotions you feel — only a friend can do it all, and these famous movie duos prove it perfectly. They either help each other through kind words and an open ear or through deeds that test the friendships of these iconic duos.
When in trouble, a real friend will always be there to lend a hand for you. One of the best friendships in movies and literature is between Sam and Frodo, two hobbits from the Shire. In the Lord of the Rings movies, when it came the time to help Frodo bear the weight of the one ring, Sam was there to carry him metaphorically and literally. On the other hand, some iconic movie duos are simple. Rick and Cliff from Once Upon A Time in… Hollywood are just two stars in the entertainment world whose careers are closely linked. Cliff was always there when it came to shedding some blood. Their friendship is like a two-way street, making them quite an iconic duo of companionship.
There isn't much to choose from when it comes to the most iconic best friend duos or trios. Luckily, we compiled a list of the best movie friendships below. Since some duos are more iconic than others, be sure to upvote them. Also, if you have anything to share about the listed friendship, you can do so in the comments below.
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#21 Woody And Buzz (Toy Story)
Who could have known that a wild west cowboy and a futuristic astronaut would become good friends? While their relationship might have started with not-so-kind actions and words, they grew to like each other, working together to protect their owner and secure the safety of other toys.
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#22 Manfred, Sid And Diego (Ice Age: The Meltdown)
Even during the ice age, warm friendships can form between predators and prey. Manfred, Manny the Mammoth, Sid, the ground sloth, and Diego, the sharp-toothed tiger, were three friends who worked together to save their loved ones and sometimes even a human. They would have clashed with each other in the real world, but they are best friends in the movie.
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#23 Phil, Stu, Alan, Doug (The Hangover)
What happens in Las Vegas stays in Vegas. Phil, Stu, Alan, and Doug learned this the hard way when they had quite a wild night out in Las Vegas. Even after Alan drugged the whole wolf pack, a nickname created by him, they stuck together for three movies, always having each other's backs.
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#24 Danny And Rusty (Ocean's Eleven)
Danny and Rusty, portrayed by George Clooney and Brad Pitt, are just two criminals who are always there to watch each other's backs. Even after robbing a casino, acquiring a highly valued egg and diamonds, they still find time to enjoy the Opera show, make fun of each other's outfits, and take care of their loved ones.
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#25 Dom Toretto And Brian O'Conner (The Fast And The Furious)
Over 14 years and six films, they demonstrated that they were the soul of the series when, following the passing of Paul Walker in real life, Dom and Brian share a heartwarming scene. This friendship is even more evident with the knowledge that Walker and Vin Diesel had been good friends in real life.
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#26 Seth And Evan (Superbad)
Love isn't only for romantic relationships and is used even between two very close friends. In Superbad, Seth and Evan are just two teenagers who, along with their third friend, Fogell, a.k.a McLovin, go out to the party looking for some love. In reality, Seth and Evan find mutual friendly love in their relationship.
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#27 Mr. Incredible And Frozone (The Incredibles)
Even superheroes have to have a friend just as powerful as them. Mr. Incredible and Frozone, voiced by Craig T. Nelson and Samuel L. Jackson, respectively, had one of the best and most legendary friendships in the animated world. When Mr. Incredible was in a sticky situation, Frozone was there to help out when he got his suit.
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#28 Rick And Cliff (Once Upon A Time In Hollywood)
In the world of Hollywood, you must have a friend by your side who supports you even when your career is going downhill. Rick and Cliff have this type of friendship. When Rick's career takes a turn for the worst, Cliff is there to share a drink, go to Italy with him, and even fix things around his house.
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#29 Jessica And April (The Hot Chick)
Friends are there to help you, even when you switch bodies with your arch-enemy. When Jessica’s soul transfers into the body of her arch-enemy, Clive, April is there to support her. In the movie, Jessica and April try to fix the switch problem and make sure that Clive doesn’t make too much trouble.
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#30 Sarah And Shannon (The Heat)
The main friendship of the movie is formed between Boston Detective Shannon Mullins and FBI Special Agent Sarah Ashburn, who get tasked with eliminating a mafia member in Boston. With such different personalities, Sarah and Shannon started with a clash, but as they investigated the case, they formed a close bond.
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#31 Annie, Brenda, And Elise (The First Wives Club)
Sadly, this group of three was a quartet until their companion Cynthia passed away, but that tragedy motivates them to get together once more as the First Wives Club. They demonstrate throughout the movie that their spouses are not their property, and they rediscover the strength of their friendship.
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#32 Roberta, Teeny, Samantha, And Chrissy (Now And Then)
Together, these four female friends accomplished their goal by pledging to have each other's back when the hard times hit. The star-studded ensemble helps this movie to remain a significant contribution to the idea of true friendship, even though it is yet another tale of childhood pals drifting apart as adults.
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#33 Mia And Lilly (The Princess Diaries)
When your friend is a princess, their title might hinder your friendly relationship. They might seem too fancy and egoistic with their new status, but luckily, Mia wasn’t like that (for the most part). Lilly, the more grounded of the two, was the more socially aware and kept Mia down, status-wise.
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#34 Lady Bird And Julie (Lady Bird)
High school is the best place to find your best friend since you might share a lot in common. For Lady Bird, aka Christine, and Julie, as in Julianna, their friendly relationship had a lot of bumps and hills. While their friendship might have hit rock bottom, Christine and Julianna were able to rekindle it during prom.
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#35 John And Ted (Ted)
Having a teddy bear with whom you can talk, laugh, and sleep is not strange. Well, what if that teddy bear could talk? This dream (or nightmare) became a reality for John when his toy, happily named Ted, came to life. With a friendly and brotherly bond, they hang out and share a cold beverage.
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#36 Deborah And Lou (Ocean's Eight)
At the beginning of Ocean's 8, when Debbie Ocean gets released from prison, Lou is the first person she goes to. Sometimes, they share food and stories, as Debbie tells about having a horrible experience with Lou before meeting Claude, the awful art dealer. Their relationship resembles the one between Danny Ocean and Rusty.
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#37 Harold And Kumar (Harold & Kumar Go To White Castle)
There is nothing better in the world than grabbing six dozen sliders, loads of french fries, and a couple of cherry cokes with your friend, especially after a long night of crazy things. Stoned on some grass, Harold and Kumar, like true friends, decided to eat at White Castle at any cost and never gave up on this task.
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#38 Molly And Amy (Booksmart)
When Molly and Amy see that everyone else is also attending prestigious schools, they realize they spent their time in high school preparing to go into good universities. The two go on a legendary journey that features hallucinogenic strawberries, a prison, a serial murderer, a brawl, and some crazy parties.
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#39 Dorothy And Lorelei (Gentlemen Prefer Blondes)
When it comes to the most iconic women of Hollywood, you can’t forget to mention Marlyn Monroe and Jane Russell. Both had quite a friendship in the 1953 movie — Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. They always succeed because they have each other, regardless of the cunning males or the transnational showgirl shenanigans they involve themselves in.
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#40 Liv And Emma (Bride Wars)
Getting married is usually seen as a happy occasion unless your friend does so first — then all hell breaks loose. In the movie Bride Wars, Liv and Emma are childhood friends who race to have their first marriage between them. When this dispute gets left behind them, a new one arises — who will give birth first?
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