I'll Be There for You: The One about Friends

by Kelsey Miller

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This definitive retrospective of Friends incorporates interviews, history and behind-the-scenes anecdotes to offer a critical analysis of how a sitcom about six twentysomethings changed television forever. When Friends debuted in 1994, no one expected it to become a mainstay of NBCs Must See TV lineup, let alone a global phenomenon. In the years since, Friends has gone through many phases of cultural relevancy, from prime-time hit to '90s novelty item to certified classic. Ross, Rachel, Monica, Chandler, Joey and Phoebe have entered the pantheon of great television characters, and millions of people around the globe continue to tune in or stream their stories every day. I'll Be There for You is the definitive retrospective of Friends, exploring all aspects of the show from its unlikely origins to the elusive reasons why we still watch it. Journalist and pop culture expert Kelsey Miller relives the show's most iconic moments, analyzes the ways in which Friends is occasionally problematic and examines the many trends it inspired, from the rise of coffee-shop culture to Friendsgivings to the ultimate '90s haircut, The Rachel. Weaving incisive commentary, revelatory interviews and behind-the-scenes anecdotes involving high-profile guest stars, I'll Be There for You is the most comprehensive take on Friends, and the ultimate book for fans everywhere.… (more)

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I like that this book is about the show itself, not so much about the actors.

Well done. No boring parts to skip.

If you’re hoping for photos, there are none. (

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Jinjer | Jul 19, 2021 |

If you have ever watched Friends then you need to read this book, it helps to pull back the curtain and tell you what happened behind the scenes. (

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Authentico | Feb 3, 2021 |

I’ll Be There for You: The One about Friends

I Picked Up This Book Because: I’m a huge Friends fan, I’m shocked it took me this long to find out this existed.

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A behind the scenes look at how Friends started and rose to some of the highest heights in network TV. It was informative and entertaining. The book included quotes from the creators, writers and cast. I had tons of feels for 90s nostalgia. But it didn’t convince me to dislike Ross any less.

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bookjunkie57 | Oct 8, 2020 |

I’ll Be There For You: The One About Friends tell of the story behind friends from the writers to the casting to the emotional series finale. This book criticizes the show in both good and bad ways while also (based on age of the reader) makes the reader feel belittled as to infer that viewers whom were not the same age as the characters shouldn’t be able to relate to it. It feels as if the writer somewhat understands the impact in which the show has made, however uses it to question why. Ultimately it’s a good inside look into one of the greatest shows ever, mixed with a lot of author’s opinions which at some points takes away from the story. (

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Preston.Kringle | Jul 4, 2020 |

I liked the other book about Friends more...it had way more about the creative process of putting the show together. (

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Beth3511 | Jul 3, 2020 |

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This definitive retrospective of Friends incorporates interviews, history and behind-the-scenes anecdotes to offer a critical analysis of how a sitcom about six twentysomethings changed television forever. When Friends debuted in 1994, no one expected it to become a mainstay of NBCs Must See TV lineup, let alone a global phenomenon. In the years since, Friends has gone through many phases of cultural relevancy, from prime-time hit to '90s novelty item to certified classic. Ross, Rachel, Monica, Chandler, Joey and Phoebe have entered the pantheon of great television characters, and millions of people around the globe continue to tune in or stream their stories every day. I'll Be There for You is the definitive retrospective of Friends, exploring all aspects of the show from its unlikely origins to the elusive reasons why we still watch it. Journalist and pop culture expert Kelsey Miller relives the show's most iconic moments, analyzes the ways in which Friends is occasionally problematic and examines the many trends it inspired, from the rise of coffee-shop culture to Friendsgivings to the ultimate '90s haircut, The Rachel. Weaving incisive commentary, revelatory interviews and behind-the-scenes anecdotes involving high-profile guest stars, I'll Be There for You is the most comprehensive take on Friends, and the ultimate book for fans everywhere.

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