Thirty years ago, a new sitcom hit the airwaves, spawning one of television’s most lasting institutions. Friends tapped into the global consciousness in a way few shows ever did—or ever will again.

There are a few shows in the history of television that are so ubiquitous, even people who don't particularly like them are probably at least a bit familiar with them. "Friends" is one of those shows.

Kendall Myers is a Senior Author with Collider. As part of the TV and Movies Features team, she writes about some of the most popular releases before, during, and after they premiere. In three years, ...