If you watch supernatural TV, you know that siblings traditionally hog the limelight. They snark, they spout insults, they rescue one another (and humanity) — and let’s be real, the emotional rollercoaster of sibling dynamics is no less devastating than the monsters, magic, and hexes. Witches, hunters, or just general mayhem-inducing, whatever the role, these siblings provide the drama and emotion that keep us riveted to our screens. Here’s my reverse countdown of the most unforgettable supernatural sibling relationships on television.
10. Huey and Riley – The Boondocks
No sibling duo list would be complete without Huey and Riley. They bicker like it’s their job, but in the end, they always have their backs. Huey’s the brainiac, Riley’s the wild child, and their relationship is as funny as it is loving. The fighting, the loyalty, the end-of-the-day scrapping—it’s sibling rivalry at its finest (and funniest) form.
9. Gohan and Goten – Dragon Ball Z
Among all the universe-changing wars, DBZ presents us with one of anime’s most tender sibling relationships. Gohan takes on the role of protective older brother, and Goten—small but courageous—takes a cue. They’re going the extra mile to protect each other, proving that even in a Saiyan world of supervillains, family takes precedence.
8. Edward and Alphonse Elric – Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood
Loyalty is something Edward and Alphonse Elric cannot compromise on. After giving up their bodies in a bid to resurrect them through illegal alchemy, the Elric brothers set out on a sorrowful journey for redemption. They put the other one first with every decision they make, and their unshakeable loyalty is what makes it so compelling. They’re not only brothers—they’re survival companions.
7. Francis, Reese, Malcolm, and Dewey – Malcolm in the Middle
Yes, this show is not exactly “supernatural,” but these brothers are all but agents of chaos. They scheme, prank, and torture one another daily. And yet, when it comes down to it, they hold it all together like only siblings can. Their messy, persistent kind of loyalty feels as true as it comes, packaged in side-splitting humor.
6. The Fisher Brothers – Six Feet Under
Few series get the dirty, complicated nature of family as accurately as Six Feet Under. The Fisher brothers and sisters battle with one another incessantly, but when disaster hits, their bond is unbreakable. The manner in which they rally together during times of loss feels raw and achingly real, revealing that even dysfunctional families draw strength from one another.
5. Bart, Lisa, and Maggie – The Simpsons
Cartoon or otherwise, the Simpson siblings are legends. Bart and Lisa can bicker all day, but their affection peeks through in subtle moments. Mix Maggie, the unspoken third sibling, into the equation, and you have a group that is representative of both family chaos and coziness. Decades on television later, they’re evidence that sibling relationships transcend time.
4. The Halliwell Sisters – Charmed
Magic is literally in their genes, but the true magic of the Halliwell sisters lies in their relationship. Prue, Piper, Phoebe, and eventually Paige balance exorcising demons, dating, and holding the family unit together. They argue, they weep, they save the world—but behind it all is their love for each other that makes the “Power of Three” real.
3. Kate, Randall, and Kevin – This Is Us
This Is Us bestowed upon us one of television’s most nuanced, tear-jerking portrayals of brotherhood. Kate, Randall, and Kevin are messy, flawed, and always arguing, but their allegiance is unshakeable. The series covers adoption, competition, and forgiveness, a reminder that family isn’t made of blood—it’s made of the connection that endures every storm.
2. Sam and Dean Winchester – Supernatural
Fifteen years. Hundreds of monsters. A never-ending loop of combat, death, and rescuing one another. The Winchester brothers’ friendship is the core of Supernatural. They drive one another nuts, but their devotion to one another is why viewers tuned in for over a decade. Deep down, the show is not about demon hunting—it is about brotherhood.
1. Jinx and Vi – Arcane
No sibling relationship is more poignantly heartbreaking than Jinx and Vi. Their arc in Arcane is a tale of heartbreak, betrayal, and moments of brief optimism. They hurt one another a great deal, but that love in the midst of all of it never quite goes away. It’s a complicated, tragic, and unforgettable relationship—the ultimate example of how family relationships can still hold on even in the bleakest of worlds.
And there you have it—ten sibling relationships that show supernatural TV isn’t all about monsters and magic. It’s about family: messy, crazy, but totally necessary. Agree? Disagree? Either way, you can’t argue with these siblings making their shows unforgettable.