See Keri Russell's Breakout Performance in One of the Best Teen Dramas Now on Netflix

Rediscovering a Television Classic on Netflix

Before leaving a college dorm room back in 2002, students often inscribed their names for posterity. One fan famously wrote "Felicity Porter ’02," capturing the profound impact that a fictional character's college journey had on a generation of viewers. Thanks to a recent licensing deal between Disney and Netflix, all four seasons of the beloved teen drama Felicity are now available to stream.

A Warm, Empathetic Character Study

Created by J.J. Abrams and Matt Reeves, Felicity follows Felicity Porter (played brilliantly by Keri Russell) as she abruptly alters her life plans—ditching Stanford and her parents' expectations—to follow her high school crush, Ben Covington (Scott Speedman), to the University of New York in New York City. While the premise sounds like classic romantic comedy fodder, the series grounds itself in honest, relatable storytelling.

Throughout the series, Felicity navigates a complex romantic landscape alongside the geeky Noel Crane (Scott Foley), while forging deep, meaningful friendships with characters like Julie Emrick (Amy Jo Johnson), Elena Tyler (Tangi Miller), and Meghan Rotundi (Amanda Foreman). Rather than relying solely on high-concept drama, the show excels in mundane, character-driven moments that allow its ensemble to grow, make mistakes, and evolve.

Network TV at Its Finest

In an era of short streaming seasons, Felicity represents the golden age of long-form network television, giving characters time to truly develop over 22-episode seasons. From unforgettable experimental episodes—such as a black-and-white homage to The Twilight Zone—to its controversial final time-travel arc, the series remains an endearing, comforting watch. Whether you are rewatching for nostalgia or discovering Felicity Porter's charm for the first time, this timeless coming-of-age story is well worth your time on Netflix.