: Many local libraries offer digital streaming apps like Hoopla or Libby , or physical DVD box sets of The Complete Series that you can borrow for free.

This is where it all began. Meet Rachel, Monica, Phoebe, Joey, Chandler, and Ross as they navigate life, work, and love in 1990s New York. From Rachel’s dramatic entrance in a wedding dress to Ross’s unrequited feelings and the very first “We were on a break!”—Season 1 sets the stage for ten unforgettable years.

Once you secure your free access, here are the essential episodes you cannot skip from Season 1:

While there are currently no major streaming platforms offering the entirety of Friends Season 1