'Friends' is returning to free-to-air TV in 2025!
Friends fans will no longer have to pay to watch the classic sitcom.
One of the most beloved sitcoms of all time is making its way back to UK screens! Friends, the iconic show that defined a generation, will begin airing from the very first episode on Channel 5 starting in January 2025. The classic sitcom will be broadcast several times a week, giving fans new and old the chance to relive the unforgettable moments with Rachel, Ross, Chandler, Monica, Joey, and Phoebe.
For those who have missed the famous gang of six or want to introduce the series to a new generation, Channel 5's decision to bring Friends back to free-to-air television is sure to be welcomed with open arms. Starting in January, episodes will air a couple of times a week, meaning viewers will get to watch the entire series unfold — from their very first coffeehouse meeting at Central Perk to the unforgettable moments that made Friends a cultural phenomenon.
This new broadcast arrangement means that fans don’t have to pay for streaming services or subscriptions to enjoy the comedic brilliance and timeless charm of the Friends ensemble cast. Whether you're revisiting the show for the nostalgia or watching it for the first time, Channel 5 is bringing this all-time classic directly to your living room for free.
The show’s re-run on Channel 5 will run throughout 2025, with all 10 seasons airing in full, taking viewers on a year-long journey through the highs and lows of life in New York City. From Ross’s many romantic entanglements to Joey’s unforgettable catchphrases, Friends will once again become a staple of British television, giving fans a regular dose of the humor and heart that has kept the show relevant even years after its final episode aired in 2004.
Get ready to rediscover why Friends continues to be one of the most enduring sitcoms of all time. Be sure to tune in to Channel 5 starting in January, and join in the laughter, the love, and all the quirky moments that made Friends the global hit it is today.