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10 Most Heartbreaking Cliffhangers in TV History, Ranked
We rank the most heartbreaking cliffhangers in TV history, from the Season 5 ending of Buffy The Vampire Slayer to Game of Thrones' Season 5 ending.
Nothing frustrates audiences more than a TV show's cliffhanger. From shocking reveals, to romantic moments between beloved characters, cliffhangers have a habit of leaving fans distressed with the need for answers to their theories and overwhelmed with emotion. Some of the most gut-punching cliffhangers are even capable of shattering viewers' expectations, and their entire perception of a series.
