History is littered with iconic duos. Whether you are talking about real-life people or fictional characters, there have been many celebrated team-ups over the years. These duos are often two very different people whose varied personalities help them combine well as a team. From the weed-smoking pair of Cheech and Chong to FBI agents Fox Mulder and Dana Scully, the film and TV world is littered with great duos. This also extends to the world of animation, video games, and literature. And let’s not forget reality, where the likes of Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen and John Lennon and Paul McCartney have made their mark. 

So who are the most iconic duos of all time? We’ve attempted to answer that by listing some of our favorites. Enjoy.

1. Batman & Robin

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Batman and his trusty sidekick Robin have been together for over 80 years. First debuting as Dick Grayson in Detective Comics #38, Robin has gone through many changes during his time with Batman. While Batman is always Bruce Wayne (for the most part), many different characters have taken the mantle of Robin. As well as featuring heavily in the comics, both Batman and Robin have appeared in animated TV series, video games, and movies. 

2. R2D2 & C-3PO

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This won’t be the last iconic duo from the Star Wars franchise to feature on this list. Androids R2D2 & C-3PO are responsible for the events of the middle trilogy and play a big part in the films. While they provide comedy relief, they are integral to the storyline and have an interesting relationship that translates well on the big screen. 

3. Bert & Ernie

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Two of the most popular Sesame Street characters are Bert & Ernie. The idea behind Jim Henson’s creation was to show two complete opposites who have managed to remain firm friends. The sketches involving the two often involved one of them wanting to do something the other was against, and the lessons they learned. While they were not created as representations of the gay community, they have become synonymous with the movement due to the pair’s interactions and the fact that they live together.