10 TV Show Couples Who Should’ve Been Endgame But Broke Our Hearts

The Love Stories That TV Completely Ruined

Some TV couples were built up for seasons only to fall apart in the most frustrating way. These love stories had all the potential in the world before the writers pulled the rug out. We’re still not over them, and honestly, we may never be.

Rory and Jess - Gilmore Girls

Rory and Jess shared an understanding that went deeper than any of her other relationships, built on shared interests and emotional honesty. Even when they weren’t together, Jess challenged her to grow, offering support without judgment or pressure. Fans still believe the older, more mature Jess would have been the perfect match, especially after the revival showed he never stopped believing in her potential.

Roy and Keeley - Ted Lasso

Roy and Keeley quickly became a fan-favorite couple because they balanced sweetness with emotional honesty. Roy softened around her in a way no one expected, while Keeley found someone who supported her ambitions instead of dimming them. Their breakup wasn’t dramatic, it was painful precisely because they still loved each other when they walked away.

Midge and Lenny - The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel

For a long time, it seemed like Midge and Lenny would never actually become a couple, with the odds stacked firmly against them. Lenny wasn’t a main character, he wasn’t entirely fictional, and Midge kept circling back to Joel. But the Season 4 finale finally let their connection unfold, and proved how perfect they truly were together.

Robin and Barney - How I Met Your Mother

Robin and Barney’s love story was messy, surprising, and filled with growth, which is why their ending still sparks outrage. After seasons of character development and an entire year-long wedding arc, the finale dissolved their marriage within minutes, undoing everything they’d built. Fans believed they had finally found a partner who understood their flaws and independence, only for the plot to force a reunion with Ted instead.

Klaus and Caroline - The Originals

Klaus and Caroline’s connection felt electric from the moment they shared the screen, and their chemistry only intensified over time. Their dynamic stood apart from most relationships in The Vampire Diaries because it blended danger, softness, and undeniable attraction. Viewers believed they were building toward something real, especially as Klaus began showing rare vulnerability with her. But just when the storyline seemed ready to unfold, the writers shifted direction, leaving their potential unexplored.

Jaime and Brienne - Game Of Thrones

Jaime and Brienne’s relationship was one of the most powerful slow burns in Game of Thrones, built on mutual respect, loyalty, and years of character growth. Their bond transformed Jaime from an arrogant knight into someone capable of honor and vulnerability, while Brienne finally found a connection rooted in genuine admiration rather than ridicule. That’s why their long-awaited night together should have marked a turning point.

Haley and Andy - Modern Family

Haley and Andy brought a spark to Modern Family that felt refreshing and full of potential. Their chemistry was fun, flirty, and rooted in genuine friendship, making their breakup hugely disappointing for fans. Andy saw past Haley’s longtime “ditzy” persona and supported her growth in ways no other partner did. Their relationship felt adventurous and emotionally grounded, which is why pushing her back toward Dylan felt jarring and regressive.

Glenn and Maggie - The Walking Dead

Glenn and Maggie were one of the most emotionally grounded couples in The Walking Dead, giving fans rare hope in a brutal world. Their relationship grew with sincerity built on trust, care, and the dream of a life beyond survival. Viewers were deeply invested in their future, imagining the family they could have raised together. That’s why Glenn’s death remains one of the show’s most devastating moments

Fleabag and Hot Priest - Fleabag

Fleabag and the Hot Priest shared a connection so raw and intimate that it felt less like a romance and more like two wounded souls finally being seen. Their chemistry was immediate, funny, and heartbreakingly honest, especially as the priest became the first person Fleabag couldn’t push away with humor. But their love was doomed the moment he chose faith over her, leaving both to walk separate paths.

Cristina and Owen - Grey’s Anatomy

Cristina and Owen shared an immediate, intense connection from the moment they met, creating a relationship built on passion, admiration, and resilience. Even though they were opposites, ice and fire, they complemented each other in a way few couples on the show ever matched. Both were ambitious, battle-scarred, and fiercely determined, yet always found their way back to each other during the best and worst moments of their lives.