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The Big Bang Theory vs Friends

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score
UpdatedJune 1, 2026

By current Buzz Score, The Big Bang Theory is the most popular at 6.4, followed by Friends at 4.3. The Big Bang Theory has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 5.6. Friends has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 52.5 during May 13 – Jun 11, 2021.

2 compared
The Big Bang TheoryTV · CBS · 2007
FriendsTV · NBC · 1994
Current Buzz ScoreMay 31, 2026
The Big Bang Theory6.460% · #69 in TV
Friends4.340% · #137 in TV
1-Year AverageDaily average
The Big Bang Theory5.656% · #85 in TV
Friends4.444% · #141 in TV
Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average
The Big Bang Theory12.719% · #666 in TV · Apr 9 – May 8, 2020
Friends52.581% · #115 in TV · May 13 – Jun 11, 2021

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score
1W
1M
3M
6M
1Y
The Big Bang Theory57%
Friends43%
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