7 Netflix Shows To Watch If You Like 'Friends'

“Friends” has been a TV staple in syndication for years. And after it joined Netflix in 2015, the show got yet another life.

In 2016, New York magazine made a compelling case that because of its Netflix popularity, “Friends” may still be the most popular television show, over a decade after its finale.

What’s not to love about the concept of friends hanging out? Friends are good. But maybe ― just maybe ― these particular friends are now pretty dated.

With homophobic jokes, fat-shaming plotlines and ever-puzzling rent situations, the show often doesn’t hold up to contemporary scrutiny. Still, “Friends” clearly has charms that resonate.

Presuming you’re looking for a comedy, here’s a list of shows that have themes and jokes that a “Friends” fan could potentially get into ― just with way less Joey.

This is part of Streamline, HuffPost’s weekly recommendation service for streaming shows and movies. Every Saturday, Streamline ranks the best shows to watch online, including a specific focus on Netflix.

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