10 On-Screen Couples Who Started As Foes But Ended As Lovers (3 of 6)

Eliza Doolittle & Professor Henry Higgins, My Fair Lady (1964)

In My Fair Lady, sparks fly between Eliza Doolittle, a fiery Cockney flower girl, and Professor Higgins, a pompous phonetics expert. Eliza’s frustration at his arrogance and Higgins’ disdain for her working-class background permeate their first encounters. As Higgins takes on the challenge of transforming her into a refined lady, their constant bickering gives way to a surprising bond. Eliza blossoms under his tutelage, while Higgins starts to appreciate her wit and spirit.

Barbara Novak & Catcher Block, Down With Love (2003)

Down With Love follows the captivating romance between Barbara Novak, a feminist author, and Catcher Block, a suave journalist. Barbara’s disdain for Catcher’s womanizing ways creates tension between them. However, as Catcher endeavors to expose Barbara’s secrets, he finds himself drawn to her intelligence and wit. Through a series of misunderstandings and comedic mishaps, their adversarial relationship evolves into a whirlwind romance, characterized by mutual admiration, witty banter, and undeniable chemistry.