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Charlotte Henry

How to watch Friends and stream every episode of the classic sitcom

The cast of Friends in a promotional image for the show.

Watch Friends as one of the most successful TV shows of all time hits a major milestone as the sitcom reaches its 30th anniversary. The classic comedy is streaming all over the world, so read on as we explain the viewing options where you are, and how to tune in when you're away from home. 

Where to watch Friends online

Aired: 1994-2004
• FREE Stream: TVNZ+ (New Zealand)
• US: Max
• UK:
Netflix
• CA:
Crave
• AU: Binge | Netflix

Watch anywhere: try the top VPN around 100% risk-free

Over the course of ten seasons, Friends followed the lives, loves and losses of six twenty-somethings in Manhattan, New York. For the uninitiated, the group consisted of The highly strung and fiercely loyal Monica Geller (Courtney Cox), her neurotic and pragmatic older brother Ross Geller (David Schwimmer) and his college buddy, sarcastic jokester Chandler Bing (Matthew Perry). There’s also Monica’s high school best friend Rachel Green (Jannifer Aniston), who re-enters her life in the show’s pilot, Chandler’s roommate Joey (Matt LeBlanc), an would-be actor and classic ladies man and Phoebe (Lisa Kudrow), the quirky, cheerful tonic to the rest of the group's emotional drama. 

The comedy was beloved by critics and audiences during its time on air, sweeping awards shows and winning six Emmy's among other accolades. Even today, the show remains hugely popular across a number of streaming platforms and there was even a Friends: The Reunion, in which the cast came back together to talk about their time on the show.

Newcomers and long-time fans alike can watch all 10 seasons on streaming services around the globe, so read on as we explain how to watch Friends online and from anywhere. 

How to watch Friends free online

How to watch Friends for FREE in New Zealand

Can I watch Friends on Netflix?

Friends is also available to stream on many of the service's international platforms. As well as being one of the best Netflix UK shows available, it can also be found on a number of other libraries, including Netflix Australia and Netflix India. You can also find it on Netflix in the likes of Germany, France, Ireland, and more.

How to watch Friends from anywhere

How to watch Friends online from anywhere

For those away from home looking to watch Friends, you’ll be unable to watch the show like you normally would due to annoying regional restrictions. Luckily, there’s an easy solution.

Downloading a VPN allows you to stream online, no matter where you are. It's a simple bit of software that changes your IP address, meaning that you can access on-demand content or live TV just as if you were at home.

Use a VPN to watch Friends from anywhere:

How to watch Friends around the world

Where to watch Friends online in the US 

Where to stream Friends and watch every season online in Canada

Where to watch Friends and stream every season online in Australia

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