FRIENDS
FRIENDS is a popular American television sitcom that aired on NBC from 1994 to 2004. It was created by David Crane and Marta Kauffman, and produced by Kevin S. Bright, Marta Kauffman, and David Crane. The show revolves around six friends in their 20s and 30s who live in Manhattan, New York City.
Plot[edit | edit source]
The series begins with Rachel Green fleeing her wedding day and seeking out childhood friend Monica Geller, a New York City chef. They become roommates, and Rachel joins Monica's group of single friends in their mid-20s: previous roommate Phoebe Buffay, neighbor across the hall Joey Tribbiani, and Monica's brother Ross Geller. The final member of the group is Chandler Bing, Ross's best friend, who works in statistical analysis and data reconfiguration.
Cast and Characters[edit | edit source]
- Jennifer Aniston as Rachel Green
- Courteney Cox as Monica Geller
- Lisa Kudrow as Phoebe Buffay
- Matt LeBlanc as Joey Tribbiani
- Matthew Perry as Chandler Bing
- David Schwimmer as Ross Geller
Reception[edit | edit source]
FRIENDS received acclaim throughout its run, becoming one of the most popular sitcoms of all time. The series was nominated for 62 Primetime Emmy Awards, winning the Outstanding Comedy Series award in 2002 for its eighth season. The show ranked no. 21 on TV Guide's 50 Greatest TV Shows of All Time, and no. 7 on Empire magazine's The 50 Greatest TV Shows of All Time.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
The series left a significant impact on popular culture. It is often ranked among the all-time best TV shows. The Central Perk coffee house, one of the principal settings of the series, has inspired various imitations worldwide.
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