Where to Watch Friends
The $425M breakup that launched HBO Max - then in July 2026 it quietly snuck back onto Netflix almost everywhere except the US.
Where Friends streams now
- MaxSUBSCRIPTION🇺🇸 United States🇬🇧 United KingdomAll 10 seasons; HBO Max launched in the UK March 26, 2026 (also via Sky/NOW ad tier) after Friends left Netflix UK Dec 30, 2025
- NetflixSUBSCRIPTION🇦🇺 Australia🇫🇷 France🇯🇵 Japan🇲🇽 Mexico🇳🇱 Netherlands🇳🇿 New Zealand🇿🇦 South Africa🇹🇭 Thailand+1 moreReturned to nearly all international libraries July 2026 - but NOT US, UK, Canada, Germany, Italy
Last verified 2026-07-23. Streaming rights shuffle constantly. Double-check today’s availability on JustWatch →
Frequently asked
Is Friends on Netflix?
Not on Netflix US anymore, but yes - Friends is still on Netflix in Australia, France, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands. Connect a VPN to one of those countries and it appears in your own account.
Why was Friends removed from Netflix US?
Streaming licenses run for a fixed term. When the deal for Friends expired (around Jan 2020), the rights moved on - often to the studio’s own platform or a higher bidder.
Where can I watch Friends now?
Friends currently streams on Max, Netflix. See the full country-by-country breakdown above.
Can I watch Friends for free?
Not free right now - Friends is on paid services. If it’s free in another country, a VPN gets you there.