5 Sworn TV Enemies Who Hate Each Other So Much They Have Even More Chemistry Than Couples
The silence when these characters enter the room is so loud you can literally hear your own heartbeat.
No matter how much we love romantic ships on television, there will always be couples who outshine the on-screen lovebirds. There is a fine line between love and hate, and we love to see it getting crossed and turned into total hatred and disaster.
Here are our top 5 TV rivals who despise each other so much that it becomes impossible to concentrate on anything else in the show but their relationship.
1. Captain Ray Holt vs. Madeline Wuntch — Brooklyn Nine-Nine
Captain Holt, the stoic and disciplined head of the Brooklyn 9-9 precinct, finds himself in an ongoing power struggle with Madeline Wuntch, a formidable and manipulative high-ranking officer.
We always watch scenes of their sharp, dark punchlines with a notebook and pen in hand, because they seem capable of knocking out any enemy, and we want to be just like them in verbal battles.
2. Michael Scott vs. Toby Flenderson — The Office
The never-ending one-upmanship between the eccentric and often inappropriate regional manager and the mild-mannered and rule-abiding HR representative is probably our favorite.
With Michael always finding ways to put Toby down and make fun of him, and Toby never really understanding the reasons for Michael's hatred, their endless feud never fails to make us giggle like crazy.
3. Peter Griffin vs. Ernie the Giant Chicken — Family Guy
The rivalry between Family Guy cartoon characters Peter Griffin and Ernie the Giant Chicken is a recurring and comedic feud known for its outrageous and over-the-top confrontations.
The animosity between Peter and Ernie stems from a misunderstanding that escalates into a personal vendetta, resulting not only in ridiculously serious injuries for both but also in catastrophic environmental events that make watching the feud more entertaining each time.
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4. Walter White vs. Gustavo Fring — Breaking Bad
The complex dynamic between a high school chemistry teacher-turned-methamphetamine manufacturer and a calculated and powerful drug lord is full of manipulation, deception, and strategic maneuvering throughout the series.
The conflict between Walter and Gus creates a compelling and suspenseful storyline that sets their relationship apart from others on this list.
5. Leslie Knope vs. Eagleton — Parks and Recreation
Parks and Recreation showcases an ongoing and comical rivalry between the towns of Pawnee and Eagleton, specifically between the letter and Pawnee’s deputy director of the Parks and Recreation Department, Leslie Knope.
The residents of Eagleton, with their extravagant lifestyles and superior parks, annoy Leslie, who prefers the simpler things. She even calls them "the land of rich, snobby jerks," and her little disapproving frowns make this feud one of the best on television.