Sitcom Friends returns to Channel 4 after long absence
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Affects United Kingdom
The iconic comedy series Friends is heading back to Channel 4 after sixteen years.
The hit American comedy television series Friends is returning to Channel 4 in the UK following a sixteen-year break. Fans across the country will once again be able to watch the programme on the broadcaster's platforms. The show originally departed the network in 2011.
- The historyThe programme last appeared on the network in 2011 before moving elsewhere.
- The availabilityViewers will be able to stream and watch the episodes for free across the broadcaster's network.
Why it matters
Classic television shows frequently shift between streaming services and traditional broadcasters as licensing rights expire and new distribution deals are struck across the industry.
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The beloved American sitcom will return to Channel 4 in the UK after last airing on the network in 2011.
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- MetroTV fans can finally binge Friends for free in UK again after 15 years1h ago · open ↗
- The IndependentIconic US sitcom Friends to return to Channel 4 after 16 year break4h ago · open ↗
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