Ross and Rachel enter and Monica and Rachel are happy to see each other for the first time in 13 years after Sean McMahan's party (in which Ross played a song). George Clooney and Noah Wyle Post “E.R.,” George Clooney guest-starred as a dreamy doctor on “Friends” alongside fellow “E.R.” (though much later) cast member Noah Wyle. Friends is arguably one of the best shows to ever hit our TV screens, and every single episode from its 10-year run is now available on Netflix, making it a truly happy New Year. This is a callback to ". 16. It aired on January 5, 1995. Kevin Spirtas - Dr. Wesley While visiting Phoebe in hospital, Ross and Monica discover smoke coming from her in the bathroom, which Phoebe claims is just a side-effect. Every episode of Friends mentions the word 'friends' at LEAST once. Friends usage: Ross and Rachel's dramatic romance drama, obviously. Don't get me wrong, there are other shows out there that are top contenders for TG-themed episode — namely Friends. But in all seriousness, there’s a lot to learn from this ragtag group of 20-something buds. He is actually the medical marvel he always claimed to be. Ross answers a phone call that is for Phoebe. Among the scenery, the daytime backdrop for the view from Monica's apartment can be seen at the start of the scene with Joey and Rachel on the Days of Our Lives set. After Roger leaves for work, Joey appoints Chandler as his assistant since Chandler needs extra money, but does not want to just take it from his friend (whereas in normal episodes, it is Chandler who often lends Joey money). When Phoebe is in the hospital and her and Ross are alone in the hospital room, the position of the Money magazine keeps moving between shots. You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano.io, Courteney Cox just recreated this Friends scene, We have an air date for the Friends reunion, This Hocus Pocus scene was filmed on Friends set, Gabrielle Union is recreating a Friends episode, Matthew Perry & David Beckham are bonding on Insta, Funny thing Jen Aniston always did on Friends set, Jennifer and Lisa drop hints about Friends reunion, The very 90s sitcom Jen was in before Friends, Why Lisa Kudrow had her car searched every night. "I loved that. Or Las Vegas. 32. 24. 33.The show's creators originally wanted Courteney Cox to play Rachel. Chandler tells Monica that most of the tasks Joey gives him are food-related. Monica refers to giving up your "flower". One of the most famous and memorable episodes of Friends is, "The One Where Ross Got High", a Thanksgiving episode. You can watch series like Naruto free on Crunchyroll. In the opening credits when fat Monica sits on the couch, you can see Chandler and Joey helping lift the couch with their feet. 1x01 The very first episode in the entire F.R.I.E.N.D.S. The only disadvantage with the free episode is that it comes with three ad breaks and video quality of 480p. 34. The original theme tune for the show was going to be Shiny Happy People by R.E.M. 30. 3 1 1 113. Lisa Kudrow - Phoebe Buffay Gunther's hair was bleached every week for 10 years, because he is naturally brunette. Rachel's feelings for Dr Drake Ramoray is a play on Rachel's obsession with doctors in the normal Friends universe. Joey asks Rachel  if she wants anything, and she says she would like ice tea from Chandler, who is told by Joey to "listen" in order to keep his job. He summarizes Phoebe's examples and eventually mentions having a threesome. Rachel comes into Central Perk to announce to her friends that Barry (her ex-fiancé) and Mindy (her ex-maid of honor) are getting divorced, because apparently, Mindy caught him cheating on her. Close. Courteney Cox - Monica Geller Rachel doesn't think it is a good idea, although she wants to go. 20. I've seen a lot less of my actual friends since Netflix released the entire series of Friends onto its online streaming platform last month, and I'm not even the least bit sorry. Don’t get me wrong, I watch a lot of Friends. "We didn't want to make it like every other sitcom," Marta Kauffman said. As he waits in line, he notices Rachel standing in front of him. She, a workaholic, is feeling crazy for not working for three hours straight. Later, after Joey shows Rachel around the set that he works in, he invites her to his apartment and says two lines of dialogue from the show to get her to say yes. Joey comes by and, before he goes in her room to visit her, asks Chandler to take his jeans off (as they were ready). After Joey leaves to go to the bathroom, Phoebe (who smokes whenever work calls, referencing Chandler's smoking addiction in normal episodes) comes in and fires someone she started to like via phone for selling at 49 instead of 50. Later, at Monica's apartment, an applicant calls and Phoebe hires her and changes the applicant's name from "Brindy" to "Joan." Pat Finn - Dr. Roger 2. Chandler brings a glass of orange juice with pulp to Joey. The fountain from the opening credits isn't in Manhattan. Hailey Bieber posted a "raw, unedited" selfie, This Home Alone plot hole is really annoying fans, Why Jennifer Lopez might cancel her wedding, You *need* to see Tyra Banks’ natural Afro, 34 Christmas quiz questions for some festive fun. In this episode, the opening credits have been changed: you see the cast members in their "alternate reality." In the commentary for the episode which was recorded during the filming of Season 9, David Crane reveals that the Joey and Rachel arc would last into Season 11. Rachel begins to wonder what life might be if she didn't run out on her wedding and actually married Barry. 18. W hen HBO Max launches on May 27, those who rush to subscribe will likely do so for access to WarnerMedia’s enormous catalog.The service will include beloved TV shows (Friends… Both parts aired on February 17, 2000. The artwork in Central Perk is changed every three episodes. Take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. Monica and Chandler decide to throw a Halloween party; Phoebe runs into Ursula and her fiancée, who knows nothing about the "real" Ursula. Tea Leoni was originally cast as Rachel. That famous Friends sofa? 3. When Joey brings Chandler orange juice to apologize, the logo on the cup changes positions and the cup switches hands between shots. I watch it almost religiously, every day, and I’ve seen every episode 20+ times. David Crane & Marta Kauffman, Episode Recap: The One That Could Have Been, Part 1. Where did the props come from? This episode is one of the few titles that doesn't begin with "The One Where..." or "The One With...", Phoebe's hair in this episode is actually Lisa Kudrow's real hair. 5. Joey comes over and gives Chandler a list of things to do before heading off to work (some of which include dropping of his dry cleaning, picking up his vitamins, teaching him how to spell "vitamins" and wearing his new jeans). Phoebe encourages him to spice things up a little and gives him weird examples on how to do this. 31. Pages using duplicate arguments in template calls, Transcript of the episode including the deleted scenes, https://friends.fandom.com/wiki/The_One_That_Could_Have_Been,_Part_1?oldid=88298, When Rachel and Joey are walking on the set of. It was found in the basement of the Warner Bros studio. Posted by 7 years ago. With an ensemble cast starring Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry and David Schwimmer, the show revolves around six friends in their 20s and 30s who live in Manhattan, New York City. He donated his fee to charity and appeared for free. Wanda wants Doogie to side with her on an issue with her father. A post shared by Annalisa Adams (@justunder5). 13. 10. Phoebe learns that there was a drop of sales in the market and loses $13 million, resulting in a heart attack. Joey's AWFUL white dog statue actually belonged to Jennifer Aniston, who was given it by a friend as a good luck gift. Was the coffee real? Her boyfriend Roger is not perfect, but maybe, she should just "get it over with." Joey accused Chandler of crossing the line after Chandler kissed Kathy. "They just seemed the most sexual of the characters," explains Marta Kauffman. Cosmopolitan participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. Rachel comes into Central Perk to announce to her friends that Barry (her ex-fiancé) and Mindy (her ex-maid of honor) are getting divorced, because apparently, Mindy caught him cheating on her. The show's creators co-wrote The Rembrandts' I'll Be There For You. The last episode of friends got aired in may- 2004, it was being watched by 54 million people around the world at that moment and with a very heavy heart all fans had to say them good bye. ... After listening to the commentary of this episode, I learned that the actors improvised that line. Carol agrees to this right away and with much enthusiasm at the idea of bringing another woman into the bedroom. But this scene had to be cut from the show, out of respect: 8. Jessica Hecht - Susan Bunch Or that many of the jokes on the show are dated. Monica is just waiting for the perfect guy to have sex with. Then there's the whole debate about whether Ross and Rachel were actually on a break. After he finishes, he says that Jack called to make sure Phoebe was getting better, but he tells Monica that she has actually been fired. One of the most popular sitcoms of all time, Friends lasted ten years on NBC and had one of the most impressive and extensive list of celebrity guest stars of any television series ever made. When Joey comes back, Rachel, a big fan of him and his show is excited to meet him for the very first time. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. In the beginning of the alternate reality when Joey, Chandler, and Monica are talking about money in the coffeehouse, Chandler's feet constantly change positions between shots. The alternate reality begins with Ross reading a home decor magazine from a newspaper stand and taking a porn magazine (that he claims a boy paid Ross to buy for him). 28. It does have an option of premium membership, but a lot of episodes are available to stream for free as well. Ever hear a joke on Friends and still, to this day, don't understand it? This is a callback to ", Phoebe says "I miss Joan". James Michael Tyler - Gunther Marcel was actually played by a female monkey called Katie. Hank Azaria, who played Phoebe's love interest David, auditioned for the role of Joey TWICE he was so desperate to be cast. Along with the part two, this is the only episode in the entire sixth season where the chorus of the theme song isn't cut. Jane Sibbett - Carol Willick 11. 'Friends' Turns 20: The 20 Most Memorable Quotes From the Series Watch the 20 funniest clips of Rachel, Monica, Phoebe, Chandler, Ross and Joey! 25. Script Credit Rachel is a huge Days of Our Lives fan girl, but in real life, Jennifer Aniston's father, John Aniston, actually stars in the American soap. Meanwhile, Rachel, at home, is watching Days Of Our Lives and decides to see Joey the next night and calls to tell him that she will be coming to his apartment, along with a few sandwiches she will bring from home. On television and the Region 4 version of the DVD, the closing credits for part 1 is fat Monica dancing on the table, which could be seen in the fake universe credits; on the Region 1 version of the DVD the closing credits are Rachel deciding to call Joey. 26. Unlike in the real Friends universe, Joey's chat-up line works on Rachel. Gunther actor James Michael Tyler was ACTUALLY working as a barista when he was cast. They must have been seriously wired. "We tried to subtly acknowledge in the show that it did happen," said Kevin Bright. Those two “lesser” friends were Phoebe and Chandler. 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