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Friends adaptations: films & series
Every version of Friends — the films & series, compared across media.
Friends captured what it feels like to build a chosen family in a big, indifferent city — six New Yorkers leaning on each other through the pressures of everyday adult life. That warmth has since extended beyond the original run, with a spinoff following one member as he moves to Hollywood to pursue his acting career, and a reunion special that brings the full cast back together. These versions span TV comedy and documentary film.
Friends films
Friends series
Frequently asked
Is there a Friends spinoff series?
Yes — Joey (2004) follows Joey Tribbiani after he moves to Hollywood to pursue his acting career, shifting the focus to his relationship with his own family.
How many versions of Friends are there?
There are three entries across two media: the original Friends TV series, the spinoff Joey, and Friends: The Reunion, a 2021 documentary film reuniting the original cast.
What is Friends: The Reunion?
Friends: The Reunion (2021) is a documentary special in which the cast of the original series comes together to celebrate the show, featuring iconic memories, laughter, and special guests.