Everyone’s favorite chaotic six-piece friend group recently reunited for a special on HBO Max. Even after 17 years off air, the cast of ‘Friends’ proved that their stories and characters will remain in the heart of millions of viewers, just like reconnecting with an old pal.
The reunion special titled ‘The One Where They Get Back Together’ premiered last May 27, and we’re definitely not over it. Fans of the sitcom from all over world came together to watch the much awaited event — and share their live reactions. It was a roller coaster of emotions to say the least.
I watched the friends reunion, cried and laughed but above all I felt warm inside and smiled for the 1h40 that the #FriendsReunion lasts 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍 pic.twitter.com/rrJQa74NXj
— Mira (@mrmarahh) May 28, 2021
Me after watching #FriendsReunion pic.twitter.com/uwTvxq7QNx
— Nikola Vucevic (@NikolaVucevic) May 28, 2021
They are my safe space. They are my comfort zone. Thank you for bringing an immense amount of joy into my life when i needed it the most. I’m forever grateful and my heart is full #FriendsReunion pic.twitter.com/LWFCMIvbLB
— LW (@lalillaaa) May 28, 2021
According to other sources, the initial cut of the ‘Friends’ special ran at an estimated 3 hours compared to the 1 hour and 40 minutes of what was released. Some moments that we missed out on were of Jennifer Anniston tasting Rachel’s Thanksgiving trifle, and a fashion show of iconic outfits (or turkey headpieces) from the show.
YOU CANNOT FOOL US. RELEASE THE OTHER HAPPENINGS. WHERE ARE THESE SCENES? @HBO @hbomax @HBOGOhelp @FriendsTV #FriendsReunion pic.twitter.com/npRcbk7y0U
— ella | cootney (@CovrteneyCoxx) May 28, 2021
Perhaps the most surprising revelation from the special was when Jennifer Anniston and David Schwimmer shared how they both had feelings for each other while filming the show. However, neither of them pursued anything further than a crush. They instead expressed it through their relationship on screen as Rachel and Ross.
That explains Rachel and Ross’ palpable chemistry (and why they couldn’t seem to stay away from each other).
Me after David and Jennifer confessed that they had a crush on one another and let their feelings and tension flow through Ross and Rachel #FriendsReunion pic.twitter.com/BQEq7IQWFL
— diellza (@diellzakaba) May 28, 2021
Me when Jen & David admitted that they were crushing hard on each other #FriendsReunion pic.twitter.com/Tbj3AbPa8r
— 𝑳𝒐𝒖𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒏𝒆𝑲𝒂𝒚 (@wynifique) May 28, 2021
I can’t stop crying #FriendsReunion pic.twitter.com/aG48ChxmdL
— LW (@lalillaaa) May 28, 2021
We’ll definitely be watching ‘Friends’ in a different light now.
I think this calls for another binge watch session. Or how about a quiz to truly prove if you’re a fan of the show?
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