Which is the better TV show, Seinfeld or Friends? That’s a good question that I know has been argued about in my living room! There are countless die-hard fans sitting on each side of the fence. Both shows are hilarious, but which show is better? There was even a fan based poll on Tv.com where thousands of people weighed in. This is a hot debate! We’ve got the details on which show you should binge watch again first!
Which Is The Better TV Show, Seinfeld or Friends?
So which show is better, Seinfeld or Friends? It is a very close race! Seinfeld received 19,435 votes. Friends received 16,166 votes. Both shows are well loved, have lots of laughs, and have fans still binge watching years later. Let’s explore which show wins and why!
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Seinfeld
If you’ve ever watched Seinfeld, you’ve probably noticed that some of the characters aren’t particularly likable in the traditional sense. But, that doesn’t mean they can’t be funny. The writers of the series more or less pioneered this idea and it worked!
Seinfeld always goes for the laugh, doing so at the expense of anything else. He never tries to teach a lesson. Isn’t that what comedy is all about?
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Friends
It has been said that Friends plays out more like a drama than a comedy. What’s important about this? It’s simple. Many people tend to be more emotionally invested in a dramatic series. This usually leads to a more pronounced connection with the characters. And, in fact, Friends does have a broader audience. Maybe that’s why.
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Friends was also instrumental in paving the way for other popular sitcoms such as New Girl and How I Met Your Mother. Both great shows in their own right. You can also currently find Friends streaming on Netflix, which while it doesn’t effect if the show is good, I am more likely to binge watch the reruns!
Seinfeld and Friends are basically about two different groups of people who hang out together because they want to. There is no outside force involved.
When all is said and done, there probably still won’t be an official winner of this Seinfeld vs. Friends debate. Is one REALLY better than the other? One thing is certain, though. The differences between these two iconic series are what make them both so popular, even to this day.
Gosh! I really like them both. I used to watch Seinfeld more often because if the kids were in the room, I knew the subject matter was usually safe. It didn’t have as much ‘adult-rated’ humor as other shows, like friends.
I have watched both of these shows from beginning to end but I watched Friends as it aired and Seinfeld after it had already left the air. I think Friends was funnier consistently but I enjoy the take on real life weirdness from Seinfeld as well. Both great shows!
I think this one is a bit like comparing apples to oranges. They’re both incredible, but they focus on a different vibe.
I love them both like my kids – different but equally. I’m not sure I could say that one is better than they other. They’re both excellent!
I would have to say Friends is better! I still watch Friends to this day I never really got into Seinfeld. I am sure there are other people that would totally disagree with me though.
I am 100% TEAM Friends!! That was a great series! I laughed so hard every time it came on. Seindfield was good but it wasn’t my type of humour!
I would have to say Friends. Although I think Seinfield is funny I can’t watch it over and over again like I can Friends.
This is so hard to choose. I remember when we didn’t have cable we watched both of these shows like everyday. I guess maybe Friends would be the best if I had to choose.
I use to love watching both of these shows. I don’t think either is better than the other. I love them both!
That is a tough choice. I haven’t gotten into either one of the shows so I can’t vote on which one is my favorite.
I never watch sienfeld, so I go with Friends is the best 🙂
seinfelf for sure! i loved both, but for some reason, seinfeld seems to have held the test of time better so i love the reruns!
I’ve never seen any full episode of Seinfeld, just clips. So Friends for me! Love the actors and soundtrack.
Such great shows! I can’t compare them there both good on a different level.
I never really got into Seinfeld, but I do like the occasional episode of Friends.
I have never really gotten into Seinfeld before so I can’t be a good judge. I have always just watched friends for the most part.