Friends

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  • TV-14
  • 1994
  • 10 Seasons
  • 8.9  (1,080,172)

"Friends" is an iconic American television sitcom that aired on NBC from 1994 to 2004, and it stars an ensemble cast of talented actors such as Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry, and David Schwimmer. The show is set in New York City and revolves around the lives, loves, and ups and downs of six best friends. Throughout the series, the characters navigate through various personal and professional problems while laughing, crying, and supporting each other through thick and thin.

The show's main lead actors play the roles of Rachel Green (Jennifer Aniston), Monica Geller (Courteney Cox), Phoebe Buffay (Lisa Kudrow), Joey Tribbiani (Matt LeBlanc), Chandler Bing (Matthew Perry), and Ross Geller (David Schwimmer). Each character has their unique traits, quirks, and personalities that merge to make an entertaining imagery of friendships midst chaos.

Rachel, a former spoiled rich girl, is the most fashionable and beautiful member of the group. She starts the show as a waitress, and her story arc eventually leads her to pursue her dream career in fashion. Meanwhile, Monica is Rachel's best friend and is known for her obsessive-compulsive tendency, her organizational skills, and her incredible cooking abilities. Monica is also shown throughout the series to have a crush on her brother's best friend, Chandler.

Phoebe is a free-spirited, eclectic musician who had a tough childhood and was raised on the streets. She is also an expert in bizarre and obscure topics, and her weirdness is one of her most lovable traits. Joey is the group's resident ladies' man and an aspiring actor, and his good looks and charming personality help him score many dates. Chandler, whose childhood traumas affected his ability to trust people, uses sarcasm and humor to cope with his problems. Meanwhile, Ross, Monica's brother, is a paleontologist, and he is Rachel's on-again-off-again boyfriend. However, throughout the show, Ross has relationships with other characters, and his love life is often the subject of the show's drama.

The show's other characters, such as Gunther (James Michael Tyler), Ross and Monica's parents (Elliott Gould and Christina Pickles), Janice (Maggie Wheeler), Mike (Paul Rudd), and Ross's son Ben (Cole Sprouse), also play prominent roles throughout the series.

The show's setting in New York City adds to the charm of the show. The characters are often seen at their favorite cafe, "Central Perk," where Phoebe performs her music, and the group brainstorm over personal issues with a coffee in hand. The show's theme song, "I'll Be There for You" by The Rembrandts, has become an iconic tune that remains popular today.

Overall, the show is often hailed as one of the best American sitcoms ever made, with its sharp writing, hilarious jokes, and heartfelt moments. It's a relatable depiction of the ups and downs of adulthood and the importance of having a supportive group of friends. Through its ten-season run, "Friends" kept fans glued to their TV screens and left a lasting impression on pop culture.

Friends is a series that is currently running and has 10 seasons (234 episodes). The series first aired on September 22, 1994.

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Seasons
The Last One
17. The Last One
May 6, 2004
Ross has a hard time dealing with Rachel's decision to move to Paris, and the birth mother of Monica and Chandler's child goes in to labor. / Ross decides to go after Rachel, and Chandler and Monica get a surprise.
The One With Rachel's Going Away Party
16. The One With Rachel's Going Away Party
April 29, 2004
The gang throw Rachel a going away party. While there, Rachel says good-bye to each one of her friends, except for Ross, who feels like Rachel doesn't care about him.
The One Where Estelle Dies
15. The One Where Estelle Dies
April 22, 2004
Phoebe tries to hide that Joey's long-time agent, Estelle, died; Ross tries to get Rachel rehired from Ralph Lauren; Monica and Chandler tries to get Janice to withdraw her offer when they discover that she is bidding on the house next door to their's.
The One With Princess Consuela
14. The One With Princess Consuela
February 26, 2004
Ross gets tenure, Ross and Monica visit their new house, and Phoebe changes her name to Princess Consuela Bananahammock.
The One Where Joey Speaks French
13. The One Where Joey Speaks French
February 19, 2004
Phoebe tries to teach Joey how to speak French, but he has a hard time learning. Meanwhile, Rachel's father has a heart attack.
The One With Phoebe's Wedding
12. The One With Phoebe's Wedding
February 12, 2004
Phoebe and Mike get married, and Chandler and Ross compete for a spot in the wedding.
The One Where The Stripper Cries
11. The One Where The Stripper Cries
February 5, 2004
Monica and Rachel hire a stripper (Danny Devito) for Phoebes Bachelorette party. Things go badly when the stripper's not what they expected
The One Where Chandler Gets Caught
10. The One Where Chandler Gets Caught
January 15, 2004
Phoebe and Rachel think Chandler is having an affair, but discover another secret they hadn't expected.
The One With The Birth Mother
9. The One With The Birth Mother
January 8, 2004
Monica and Chandler meet the mother of the child they intend to adopt, but she is confused about their identity.
The One With The Late Thanksgiving
8. The One With The Late Thanksgiving
November 20, 2003
Everyone begs Monica and Chandler to host Thanksgiving once again, but then Ross, Joey, Phoebe and Rachel all make plans. Things don't go well when they're an hour late to dinner.
The One With The Home Study
7. The One With The Home Study
November 13, 2003
The adoption worker in charge of judging Monica and Chandler has had a previous encounter with Joey. Phoebe and Mike contemplate giving their wedding money to charity.
The One With Ross's Grant
6. The One With Ross's Grant
November 6, 2003
Ross tries to get a big grant from Charlie's ex-boyfriend, who is willing to trade the grant for Charlie.
The One Where Rachel's Sister Babysits
5. The One Where Rachel's Sister Babysits
October 30, 2003
Rachel's sister Amy babysits Emma, and does something to her that enrages her parents.
The One With The Cake
4. The One With The Cake
October 23, 2003
During Emma's first birhtday, everything goes wrong, including a cake shaped like an erotic object
The One With Ross's Tan
3. The One With Ross's Tan
October 9, 2003
Joey and Rachel find their new relationship awkward, while Ross gets an unusal spray tan.
The One Where Ross Is Fine
2. The One Where Ross Is Fine
October 2, 2003
Ross tries to convince everyone that he's okay with Joey and Rachel being together, while Phoebe gets an unusual offer from her half-brother.
The One After Joey And Rachel Kiss
1. The One After Joey And Rachel Kiss
September 25, 2003
Ross and Charlie decide that they can't go forward with a relationship before Ross talks to Joey, while Joey and Rachel decide that they can't go forward with a relationship before talking to Ross.
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Where to Watch Friends
Friends is available for streaming on the NBC website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Friends on demand at Max, Amazon Prime, Netflix, Amazon, Vudu, TBS, FuboTV, Microsoft Movies & TV, Sling, Google Play and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    September 22, 1994
  • IMDB Rating
    8.9  (1,080,172)
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