Most television shows are nothing like real life, even if they make it seem like they are. The iconic NBC comedy Friends was unique, hilarious, memorable, and timeless — but it wasn’t realistic. And maybe it wasn’t trying to be

Friends co-creators Marta Kauffman and David Crane have come under fire in recent years for their handling of sensitive issues on the show, from transgenderism to fat-shaming. But that’s not all. The showrunners were also questioned for certain elements of the series that bore almost no resemblance to reality.

The ‘Friends’ crew spent way too much time together

Yes, Rachel and Monica lived together in the early seasons, and Chandler and Joey lived across the hall. But even with their close proximity, these friends had way too much time to spend together compared to most twenty-somethings. Even roommates.

In the real world, adults spend time doing things like going to work, running errands, doing laundry, visiting family, and so many other mundane tasks. They don’t have endless hours to spend together like Ross, Rachel, Monica, Chandler, Joey, and Phoebe seem to.

The couch is always free at Central Perk

Even the Friends cast members make fun of themselves for this inconsistency. During one episode, they walk in and see other people occupying the famous orange couch where they always sit. But that was an anomaly, which was of course the point of mocking it.

Most of the time, the six Friends always had a spot on “their” couch and surrounding chairs, no matter what time they arrived at Central Perk.