Friendships often takes a back seat to romantic relationships. Here's a look at how Americans experience platonic love.

Galentine's Day was originally introduced by the fictional character Leslie Knope, played by Amy Poehler, in a “Parks and Recreation” episode airing in 2010. The “holiday” eventually made its way into the real world, and has become increasingly popular with time.

So here are some of my favorite TV episodes about friendship, and where to stream them if you’re feeling more Galentine’s than Valentine’s this year. (All are comedies, because let’s be real: This holiday inevitably inspires more than enough drama on its own.)

Here's what to know about the holiday and its origins. This year, Galentine's Day will be celebrated on Thursday, Feb. 13 ― the day before Valentine's Day.

While it may be tempting to focus solely on Valentine’s Day, celebrating Galentine’s Day is a worthwhile tradition to keep.

The quasi-holiday, which falls Feb. 13, originated during a 2010 episode of "Parks and Recreation." Essentially, it's the friend version of Valentine's Day.

Friendships often takes a back seat to romantic relationships. Here's a look at how Americans experience platonic love.

Galentine's Day is a time to celebrate those relationships, whether you're stitching a custom pillow or just having coffee together. The holiday rose to prominence in recent years after its mention on the sitcom.