We’re fast approaching the 20th anniversary of the first ever episode of Friends – and bracing ourselves for a deluge of rose-tinted tributes to the Central Perk gang.
But the lauding of Friends as some sort of gold standard for television in the 1990s is a total lie. Here is a sample of nine TV shows better than the predictable patter of Chandler and the gang.
The Nerd Stash: "In a recent Instagram post, David Schwimmer has paid tribute to his costar, Matthew Perry, and it's likely to hit you right in the feels."
Here's a look at shows with platonic friendships that celebrated the special bond. Check out Made In Heaven Season 2 and other shows on the list.
A curated list of all the Friends Christmas-themed episodes for this holiday season.
