'F.R.I.E.N.D.S' to leave Netflix India by 2025 end
What's the story
The beloved sitcom F.R.I.E.N.D.S will be leaving Netflix India on December 30. The show, which ended two decades ago, continues to have a massive fanbase in India. Many viewers are now left scrambling for answers and alternatives as the removal date approaches. F.R.I.E.N.D.S has been a go-to option for many fans who want to revisit their favorite episodes or watch them before sleeping.
Speculation
Fans speculate on 'F.R.I.E.N.D.S' removal from Netflix
Fans on Reddit have been trying to figure out what's going on. Some think Netflix's licensing agreement may have expired. After all, this isn't new - the show has previously appeared on the removal list, only to get a last-minute renewal. Others even speculate that this recurring pattern might be Netflix's way of encouraging viewers to binge it again.
Fan reactions
Fans express frustration over 'F.R.I.E.N.D.S' removal from Netflix
Unsurprisingly, people have been venting online. One fan wrote, "Netflix is the only OTT that doesn't have ads, be it Prime, Hotstar or Sony all of them have ads now." Others admitted the show is part of their nightly routine, with one user confessing, "I thought I am the only one going all insane over F.R.I.E.N.D.S." Another pointed out, "F.R.I.E.N.D.S too? I already saw the same news about The Big Bang theory. Disappointing."