F.R.I.E.N.D.S (WHAT MAKES THIS SITCOM SO POPULAR?) 26 years for F.R.I.E.N.D.S special.

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FRIENDS

Twenty-six years ago—on September 22, 1994—Friends made its NBC debut and forever changed the face of American sitcoms. In addition to turning its six stars—Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry, and David Schwimmer—into household names (and eventually some of the highest-paid actors in television history), the series actually helped to get Mental Floss off the ground (more on that later). Here's a look back at the series that is still one of the most streamed shows in Netflix's library. 

LOOK AROUND, you guys,” says Chandler Bing to his newly adopted twins, as his friends and family leave his apartment for the last time. “This was your first home. And it was a happy place, filled with love and laughter. But more important, because of rent control, it was a friggin’ steal!” The Bing twins would be 15 now, and September 22nd marks a quarter of a century since the “Friends” gang made their debut on NBC. Their floppy haircuts, enormous phones and quaint dating rituals belong to a distant past, in which coffee was seldom pumpkin-spiced and people jotted down their contact details on napkins. Yet somehow, decades on, the happy place that Chandler describes—and the 236 episodes of love and laughter that occurred there—remains the world’s favourite location for an evening’s entertainment.

For proof of the enduring charm of “Friends”, consider that in late 2018 Netflix paid the programme’s owner, WarnerMedia, about $100m for the right to stream it for the next 12 months. That is not far shy of the $130m that it reportedly spent producing “The Crown”, its most expensive original show. Netflix is secretive with its data, but estimates from Nielsen, a research firm, suggest that “Friends” was the second-most watched programme among American subscribers in 2018, with an average of more than 20 episodes per account. Devoted fans might have to switch next year to HBO Max, WarnerMedia’s new streaming service, which will have exclusive rights to “Friends” in the United States.

TV sitcoms come and go. A few linger on for some time. Others have some memorable dialogues. Some remain popular for their high ratings and horde of trophies while the rest boast of a formidable cast. Among this far-spread out sea of The Big Bang Theories, How I Met Your Mothers and Modern Families, one tiny water droplet shines and stands out. Yes, I am talking about F.R.I.E.N.D.S. The insanely hit 90's show of the highly competent duo of David Crane and Marta Kauffman starring the supremely talented David Schwimmer, Courteney Cox, Matthew Perry, Jennifer Aniston, Lisa Kudrow and Matt LeBlanc.

Friends is much more than an insanely hit TV show. It is the balm for all worries, the stress-buster after a tension-infused day, a sublime treat for everyday achievements, an exceedingly satisfying break from a rigorous study routine and last but not the least, this epic sitcom is your confidante, your consoling shoulder and an integral part of your life.

2 decades since its first episode was aired, and you can still relate to it. Over 200 episodes and not even one that’ll let your attention falter! Most importantly, the friends themselves. If you have your doubts about friends becoming family, this gang will surely clear them all. Each of them has something to teach you. Monica taught us perfection and perseverance (I can almost hear her shout “I Know!”). Rachel taught us that even if you’re spoilt and rotten, you still have hope. Phoebe taught us to never be afraid of new experiences and to never let circumstances, inclusive of a drug addict mother, bog you down. Ross taught us to be caring, kind, nerdy. He also dropped off a few essential tips on parenting and marriage. (:P) You never have to grow up. Don’t ever give up on your dreams, even if it is that of becoming a star. All this and loyalty, that’s what Joey taught us. Not to forget, his evergreen pickup line. (I’m doin fine Joey, thank you ) Chandler Bing. A responsible and caring man hidden under all those sarcastic one liners and jokes. A loving, loyal and supportive husband. Could he BE any better?

If you have watched Friends, there is no doubt that these 6 people have carved a permanent place in your heart. At every moment, you are reminded of them. You feel content knowing they are there for you always and how despite being just fictional characters, you connect with them as if they are real.

So don't watch FRIENDS so that you don't get mocked by your friends who have already watched FRIENDS. Watch it because no matter how low you are feeling at any point in your life, no matter anyone is there for you or not,FRIENDS will always "be there for you"! :D Friends is not a sitcom, it's a goddamn experience!

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