
Sometimes the shows we know and love almost went by completely different names. From strangely serious placeholders to eccentric working titles, many iconic series could have had a very different vibe if producers stuck with their first choice. Today, we explore the surprising titles some of our preferred TV shows nearly carried to air.
#1: Friends – Insomnia Café
Before it became Friends, the show was called Insomnia Café. The original title suggested sleepless nights over coffee, which makes sense since so much of the action took place in Central Perk. Luckily, the simpler title we know today better captured the show’s charm and universal appeal.

