Friends is known as one of the best television shows ever made simply because it is hilarious, heartwarming, and relatable even twenty-three years after it's initial release. Friends follows the lives of six complex main characters and their genuine relationships with each other and with others. They struggle with their careers, finances, relationships, friendships, and ever-changing lives which is why the show is so relatable to everyone who watches it. Still not convinced that you should watch it? Here are five reasons why you need to start watching ASAP:
1. It is hilarious.
Friends is just plain funny. From Chandler's clever jokes to Joey's life in general and pick-up lines, you will literally laugh out loud during every episode-- even if you have watched it before. Watching Friends will always make you laugh, even when you are having a bad day.
2. The characters are relatable.
Joey, Ross, Chandler, Rachel, Monica, and Phoebe are all great friends even though they are all very different and struggle with different things. Viewers can relate to Chandler's loneliness and awkwardness, Rachel's and Monica's struggles to get their dream jobs and desires to get married, Ross' struggles with divorce and raising a child as a divorced parent, Phoebe's lack of family and difficult past, and Joey's struggles to make it as an actor even though that is what he loves to do. These characters struggle with everyday life, just like the rest of us do.
3. The fashion and 90's culture is so fun to watch.
Watching Friends is like going back in time. It is great seeing how simple things were in the early 90's when technology was no where near as prevalent in our lives as it is now. Yet, the plot and the things the characters experience are timeless and are beyond relatable. Of course, the fashion is really fun to watch as well. From the overalls, mini skirts, and light wash jeans, the clothes all of the characters wear is something you cannot miss. Oh, how times have changed.
4. It never gets boring, repetitive, or unrealistic.
Many shows have that season or group of episodes that just is not that good. Friends is the exception to that. Every episode of Friends is 20-22 minutes without commercials and every season is full of high quality episodes that never get boring. You will not have to "dread" any season of this wonderful show. Also, the story lines never get outlandish or unrealistic like some other shows do when they are desperate to shake up the plot.
5. It reminds you how important your own friends are.
Even if you are not a part of a close-knit group of friends that see each other everyday, this show will remind you to value your own group. Even if you and your friends are somewhat dysfunctional and argue sometimes, this show will remind you how important they are to your life. Even when romantic relationships fail and you do not get along with your family, Friends reminds you that you should always be able to count on your friends and that you should always be there for them too.
