21 Shows About Friendship for Your Next Girls’ Night In
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There’s an old saying that goes like this: “Make new friends, but keep the old. One is silver and the other gold.” Sure, it’s a little cliché, but when it comes to shows *about* friendship, it definitely applies. You can never have too many.
If you’re like me, you probably thought the only show that fits this category is Friends. Totally fair—why shouldn’t we talk about what is one of the greatest series to ever hit television? But there are so many other options for you and your BFFs to choose from. Sure, a few might focus on just one person in the group, but hey—doesn’t everyone deserve a little time to shine? Just ask Carrie Bradshaw about it, because we all know that despite her being the star, we’re all probably actually Mirandas at heart.
We decided to curate a list of shows for you that not only celebrate friendships but will also truly make you think, Damn. I’m lucky to have these folks at my side. They may make you sing your heart out or they may make you laugh until your stomach hurts. But that’s what true friendship is all about.
So gather your peeps, break open a new bottle of wine (I’ll take a rosé, thank you very much), and enjoy this bingefest of shows.
'Friends'
You can't have a list about friendship shows without acknowledging the most iconic one of all. As Joey Tribbiani would say to us: "How you doin'?"
'Sex and the City'
Long-lasting friendships. Hot men. Hot sex. Manolo Blahniks. That's all you need for a good night bingeing your fave early-aughts show.
'Crashing'
When six friends end up living in an abandoned London hospital...what could possibly go wrong? Oh, and Bridgerton fans, you might be particularly interested in this because your favorite sexy Viscount happens to be one of the leads in this show—and he's blonde!
'Friday Night Lights'
What's more important than friendships? High school football, that's what! Whether you're watching this for the sports action, the hot characters (Tim Riggins for life!) or maybe some relationship woes, there's no way you can't walk away from this series without chanting, "Clear eyes! Full hearts! Can't lose!"
'The Bold Type'
When three friends all work in different departments at a major fashion magazine, you best believe there's a whole lot of drama. Although, personally, it's how they all interact with their sexy significant others that really makes this show a delight. Champagne, anyone?
'Firefly Lane'
Sure, this is relatively new in the list of shows premiering on Netflix, but Katherine Heigl and Sarah Chalke (both medical TV alums, BTW) starring as strained best friends? Yeah, sign me up for some feuding, hot sex and maybe an occasional epiphany.
'Broad City'
Two best friends in their twenties trying to navigate life in NYC might not sound like the most revolutionary concept. But with real-life BFFs Ilana Glazer and Abbi Jacobson starring? Um, please excuse me as I totally binge the show in one sitting.
'The Golden Girls'
Are you more like Blanche, or do you feel like you're more Rose? You and your friends definitely had this argument at some point, so why don't you binge it to confirm it?
'Brooklyn Nine-Nine'
If you ask me, this is the perfect show for Friends fans. Think of these characters as the Central Perk crew...if only they were cops, planned Halloween heists and attempted to sing "I Want It That Way" in an iconic cold open.
'Never Have I Ever'
Yeah, Devi is going through a lot in her personal life and wants to have sex with the hottest guy in school. Everything seems to be going according to plan, until she lies about the nature of her relationship status. It's equal parts raunchy and hilarious.
'Derry Girls'
It's the 1990s, and Ireland is going through major political upheaval. But these four girls (plus a male cousin) are all just trying to make it through adolescence in their little town of Derry. And trust us—after watching this show, it'll make you want to call your best friend for a good long chat.
'Glee'
Oh, there were so many problems with this show behind the scenes, which we absolutely don't want to get into. But between the great musical numbers and the love the New Directions glee club had for each other, why not celebrate your friends with a little karaoke?
'The Big Bang Theory'
Four nerds who have no idea how to hit on women, plus a hot young neighbor, a neuroscientist, a microbiologist and a few DND nights, and you have yourself the perfect sitcom.
'Living Single'
This group of friends is trying to achieve their dreams in New York City...all while living together in a pretty cool Brooklyn brownstone. This show features some future Hollywood stars (does the name Queen Latifah ring a bell?), and yes—it might just make you want to move in with your BFFs!
'Boy Meets World'
So the story might just focus on a lone boy learning the ways of love and teenagedom. But it's his ultra-tight friendship with his best friend that really makes this show shine. And by the time you finish this series, you'll definitely know their secret handshake by heart.
'How I Met Your Mother'
Yet another show about a group of friends hanging out in one location in New York City. Only this time, it's in a bar. And two are already together. And one is spending way too much time looking for the mother of his future children. But hey—maybe you'll get an idea for your next friendly Slapsgiving?
'New Girl'
What happens when a ditzy schoolteacher, a slacker, a former basketball player and a rich playboy all shack up together in an L.A. apartment? A whole lot of hijinks, some love connections...and maybe a good, old-fashioned food fight.
'Freaks and Geeks'
Okay, so this show technically only aired for one season. But in between all the high school friendship trials and tribulations, it saw the birth of a few future Hollywood staples. And who can say no to a young Seth Rogen?
'Girlfriends'
Four strong women. Four very different personalities. If you don't find yourself somehow recognizing some people from your friend group in these characters, then maybe it's time to have yourself a binge session.
'On My Block'
All this group of friends wants to do is hang out and be normal teenagers. Instead, they have to deal with gangs, solve murder mysteries, and, oh yeah, go to school.
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