As viewers, once we finish a series, its intricate plot details are usually forgotten afterward. What we do tend to take away are the relationships of its characters. We remember the chemistry between certain pairings and those who looked compatible. Naturally, as social beings, we place strong emphasis on interpersonal relationships, especially those with family members and friends. Let’s take a look back at some of the most memorable on-screen friendships of the last decade.
File of Justice I-V – Bobby Auyeung, Michael Tao, William So, & Felix Lok
As a popular courtroom series that spanned 5 seasons, File of Justice entertained viewers with a mixture of drama, suspense, tragedy, romance, and comedy. From Ben, Michael, and Bin’s crude antics to Raymond’s timely sensitivity, these four Stooges were constantly poking fun at one another. Many of their jokes hit close to home, but they hilariously brushed them off with witty comebacks. The actors were so comfortable on-screen together that it was clear they were good friends off-screen as well. In fact, Bobby Auyeung was the one who first introduced Michael Tao to his former wife in 1990.
Detective Investigation Files I-III – Michael Tao & Joey Leung
Five years later in 1995, the talented Tao led his own detective trilogy alongside Joey Leung, setting a high standard for future investigative series that arguably has never been surpassed. As intelligent and clear-headed cops, Dai Yung and Yee Jai worked together to solve mysterious and complex murder cases. The ability of each to sense what the other was thinking allowed the two to come up with similar conclusions about who the real culprits were.
Healing Hands I – Ada Choi & Flora Chan
Produced by the same man who brought us File of Justice, the original 1998 Healing Hands was known for its excellent cast, compelling storyline, and strong friendships among its main characters. Having already met on the set of File of Justice V a year ago, Ada Choi and Flora Chan returned to the set this time to portray a pair of best friends. Their on-screen counterparts Jacky and Annie genuinely seemed to care for one another, particularly at times when dealing with illnesses and romantic relationships.
Burning Flame I – Wong Hei, Chin Ka Lok, & Zheng Geng Gei
Tin Yau, Dai Heng, and Tou But regarded themselves as brothers who supported each other unconditionally. When Tin Yau entered the training academy to become a firefighter, the other two joined him without much thinking. Along the way, their friendship suffered through arguments, but they learned from mistakes and matured together.
