12 Thanksgiving TV Episodes You Can Stream on Netflix Over the Holidays
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After you've gone back for seconds of turkey and stuffing on Thanksgiving, the surefire way to settle your stomach is by Netflix and chillin' (actual chillin', though) on your couch. Thankfully, the streaming service has 12 perfect Thanksgiving-themed episodes to watch while you're horizontal. Whether you want to round out the holiday with some heartwarming football Tim Riggins action on Friday Night Lights, or you'd rather watch Monica's iconic Friends turkey dance on an endless loop, there's something for everyone to enjoy!
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New Girl, "Parents"
In season 2, episode 8 of New Girl, both of Jess's estranged parents show up for Thanksgiving at the same time, and hijinks obviously ensue.
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How I Met Your Mother, "Slapsgiving"
During season 3, episode 9, Marshall and Barney have a slap bet of epic proportions.
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Grey's Anatomy, "Thanks For the Memories"
In season 2, episode 9, George puts up with his macho family, Izzie channels her inner Martha Stewart, and Meredith throws herself into her work. It's a typical day at Seattle Grace, just with more turkey.
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Cheers, "Thanksgiving Dinner"
Check out season 5, episode 9 to see the Cheers gang have a big, messy feast at Carla's.
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Gilmore Girls, "A Deep-Fried Korean Thanksgiving"
With a whopping four Thanksgiving dinners on their schedule, Rory and Lorelai learn to open their stomachs and their hearts (aww!) in season 3, episode 9 of Gilmore Girls.
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Everybody Loves Raymond, "No Fat"
Matriarch Marie's efforts to make a healthy Thanksgiving dinner for the family in season 3, episode 10 aren't exactly well-received.
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Parenthood, "Happy Thanksgiving"
Prepare yourself for lots of tears (happy and otherwise) while watching season 2, episode 10 of this family drama.
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The West Wing, "Shibboleth"
CJ is in charge of turkeys at the White House Thanksgiving in season 2, episode 8 of The West Wing.
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Buffy the Vampire Slayer, "Pangs"
Buffy the Vampire Slayer's big, happy, supernatural family celebrates turkey time in between vanquishing a vengeful Native American spirit in season 4, episode 8 of the series.
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Gossip Girl, "Blair Waldorf Must Pie!"
It's a very dramatic Thanksgiving for the notorious Upper East Siders in season 1, episode 9.
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Friday Night Lights, "Thanksgiving"
Clear plates, full bellies, can't lose. Season 4, episode 13 of Friday Night Lights is a must see!
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Friends, "The One With All the Thanksgivings"
Monica puts a big, raw turkey on her head in season 5, episode 8. Need we say more?