CinemaThe 9 best New Year’s TV episodes to watch on New Year’s Eve

The New Year is upon us, and the countdown to 2025 inspires reflection, celebration and new beginnings. This moment of renewal is also the subject of several episodes in serieswhich use New Year’s Eve as a backdrop for remarkable stories, twists and turns and emblematic moments. From comedies to dramas, these productions capture the unique spirit of the date, bringing episodes that remain engraved in fans’ memories.

Check out a selection of themed episodes to relive these classics and get in the New Year’s spirit!

1. Friends – “The One with the Monkey” (Season 1, Episode 10)

On New Year’s Eve, the group decides not to bring dates to the party, but everyone ends up breaking the agreement. Ross (David Schwimmer) introduces his new monkey, Marcel, while Rachel (Jennifer Aniston) faces problems with Paolo. The episode mixes comical situations with moments of reflection on relationships.

2. How I Met Your Mother – “The Limo” (Season 1, Episode 11)

Ted (Josh Radnor) rents a limousine to take his friends to the best New Year’s parties in New York. During the night, the group faces challenges in carrying out the plan, and Robin (Cobie Smulders) appears with a surprise. The episode explores the expectations and surprises typical of New Year’s Eve.

3. Gossip Girl – “The End of the Affair?” (Season 5, Episode 11)

After a car accident, Blair (Leighton Meester) and Chuck (Ed Westwick) deal with the consequences of their New Year’s Eve decisions. Meanwhile, Dan (Penn Badgley) tries to secretly support Blair, creating tensions in the group of friends.

4. Modern Family – “New Year’s Eve” (Season 4, Episode 11)

Jay (Ed O’Neill) plans a family trip to Palm Springs, but the hotel he chooses isn’t what he remembers. Claire (Julie Bowen) and Phil (Ty Burrell) are looking for a romantic moment, while Mitchell (Jesse Tyler Ferguson) and Cam (Eric Stonestreet) try to enjoy the night at a bar. Meanwhile, Haley (Sarah Hyland) and Alex (Ariel Winter) face unexpected situations while caring for the youngest children.

5. The Office – “Ultimatum” (Season 7, Episode 13)

On the first day after New Year’s Eve, Michael Scott (Steve Carell) finds out whether Holly (Amy Ryan) has accepted her boyfriend’s marriage proposal. Meanwhile, employees make New Year’s resolutions, generating hilarious situations and reflections on behavior changes.

6. Grey’s Anatomy – “Holidaze” (Season 6, Episode 10)

The episode covers the holiday season, including New Year’s. Meredith (Ellen Pompeo) and the other doctors face complex cases at the hospital, while Bailey (Chandra Wilson) deals with personal issues involving her father.

7. Mad Men – “The Doorway” (Season 6, Episode 1)

The episode covers early 1968, with Don Draper (Jon Hamm) at a wedding in Hawaii while reflecting on his personal and professional life. Meanwhile, other characters face significant changes as the new year arrives.

8. Friends – “The One with the Routine” (Season 6, Episode 10)

Ross (David Schwimmer) and Monica (Courteney Cox) recreate a childhood routine while recording a New Year’s Eve TV special. Joey (Matt LeBlanc) tries to win over a co-star, while other characters face small comical situations related to the party.

9. The Newsroom – “I’ll Try to Fix You” (Season 1, Episode 4)

On New Year’s Eve, Will McAvoy (Jeff Daniels) tries to help his colleagues while facing personal problems. During the team party, discussions about journalistic ethics and personal choices create tension and deepen the relationships between the characters.