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25. The One With Ross's New Girlfriend
gs: Lauren Tom (Julie) Cosimo Fusco (Paolo) Buck Kartalian (Frankie)

Rachel waits patiently at the airport for Ross, not knowing he is returning with a new girlfriend, Julie. Meanwhile, after giving Joey and Chandler new haircuts, Phoebe is persuaded to cut Monica's hair, but gives her an awful haircut. And Joey learns that his tailor is a very naughty man.

b: 21-Sep-1995 pc: 457301 w: Jeffrey Astrof & Mike Sikowitz d: Michael Lembeck

NOTE: This episode runs 23:58 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00).
  • On the DVD release, additional dialogue includes Phoebe, Rachel, Monica and Joey arguing over who gave Julie the number to the girls' apartment.
    • 26. The One With The Breast Milk
    gs: Lauren Tom (Julie) Jane Sibbett (Carol) Jessica Hecht (Susan) Joel Beeson (Hombre Guy) Emily Procter (Annabel) Richard Lyons (Man) Stan Sellers (Manager) Lou Wills (Customer)

    The guys are uncomfortable with Carol's breast milk and Rachel is uncomfortable with Monica's growing friendship with Julie. Meanwhile, Joey competes with a fellow cologne spritzer for the affections of a beautiful colleague.

    b: 28-Sep-1995 pc: 457302 w: Adam Chase & Ira Ungerleider d: Michael Lembeck

    NOTE: This episode runs 22:40 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00).
    27. The One Where Heckles Dies
    gs: Larry Hankin (Mr. Heckles) Michael G. Hagerty (Mr. Treeger) Danny Dayton (Buddy Doyle) Maggie Wheeler (Janice)

    After Mr. Heckles dies and leaves all his belongings to Monica and Rachel, Chandler discovers eerie similarities between the late eccentric man and his own life. Ross and Phoebe have a dispute over the progression of evolution.

    b: 05-Oct-1995 pc: 457303 w: Greg Malins d: Kevin S. Bright

    NOTE: This episode runs 23:20 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00).
    28. The One With Phoebe's Husband
    gs: Lauren Tom (Julie) Steve Zahn (Duncan)

    The gang is amazed to learn that Phoebe married a gay Canadian ice dancer to help him get his green card. And Ross seeks relationship advice from Rachel after revealing that he and Julie have yet to consummate their relationship.

    b: 12-Oct-1995 pc: 457305 w: Alexa Junge d: Gail Mancuso

    NOTE: This episode runs 22:50 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00).
    29. The One With Five Steaks And An Eggplant
    gs: Brittney Powell (Jade) Chris Young (Steven Fishman) Spencer Cherashore (Waiter)

    When a sexy woman calls the wrong number, Chandler seeks to make the most of the situation. And income issues divide the friends: the well-off Ross, Chandler and Monica versus the not-so-well-off Phoebe, Rachel and Joey. This all changes, however, when Monica is accused of taking kickbacks and fired.

    b: 19-Oct-1995 pc: 457304 w: Chris Brown d: Ellen Gittelsohn

    NOTE: This episode runs 22:52 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00).
    30. The One With The Baby On The Bus
    gs: Chrissie Hynde (Stephanie) Max Wright (Terry) Victor Raider-Wexler (Doctor) Catherine Bell (Robin) Hugh Dane (Jim) Jennifer Sommerfeld (Becky) Lea Thompson (Caroline Duffy [uncredited]) Giovanni Ribisi (Condom Boy [uncredited])

    Chandler and Joey baby-sit Ross's son Ben and accidentally lose him while scoping babes on a bus. Phoebe loses her Central Perk singing gig to a professional singer. And Ross has an allergic reaction to Monica's kiwi-lime pie.

    b: 02-Nov-1995 pc: 457306 w: Betsy Borns d: Gail Mancuso

    NOTE: Lea Thompson crosses over in her role from Caroline in the City. Later on the night this episode was aired, David Schwimmer appeared as Ross on The Single Guy and Matthew Perry appeared as Chandler on Caroline in the City.
  • This episode runs 25:07 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00). The added footage is Chrissie Hynde performing an acoustic version of "Angel of the Morning" in Central Perk.
  • Giovanni Ribisi who played the condom boy in this episode will later return to play Phoebe's half brother Frank jr.
    • 31. The One Where Ross Finds Out
    gs: Lauren Tom (Julie) Arye Gross (Michael) Barry Diamond (Phone Guy) Marcus D. Jacques (Waiter)

    A drunken Rachel is persuaded to call Ross and reveals her feelings for him on his answering machine. And when he finds out, he must make the choice between her and Julie. Meanwhile, Monica finds work as Chandler's personal trainer and Phoebe has a hard time trying to get her boyfriend to have sex with her.

    b: 09-Nov-1995 pc: 457307 w: Michael Borkow d: Peter Bonerz

    NOTE: Music: "Macho Man"-Village People
  • This episode runs 24:50 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00).
    • 32. The One With The List
    gs: Lauren Tom (Julie) Michael McKean (Mr. Rastatter)

    Ross must choose between Rachel and Julie and enlists Joey and Chandler's help in making a list of the pros and cons of each. Big mistake. Meanwhile, Monica gets a job making food with a synthetic chocolate substitute called Mockolate.

    b: 16-Nov-1995 pc: 457308 w: Marta Kauffman & David Crane d: Mary Kay Place

    NOTE: Music: "With or Without You," U2; "In My Room," Grant Lee Buffalo
  • This episode runs 23:00 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00).
    • 33. The One With Phoebe's Dad
    gs: Audra Lindley (Frances) Michael G. Hagerty (Mr. Treeger) James Michael Tyler (Gunther)

    It's Christmas time and Monica tries tipping with cookies, rather than cash, with mixed results. Phoebe learns that the guy in the picture frames her grandmother keeps around is not her father and tries to track down her real father. And Chandler and Joey wait too late to shop for presents.

    b: 14-Dec-1995 pc: 457309 w: Jeffrey Astrof & Mike Sikowitz d: Kevin S. Bright

    NOTE: This episode runs 22:43 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00).
    34. The One With Russ
    gs: David Schwimmer (Russ (as Snaro)) Lauren Tom (Julie) Vincent Ventresca (Fun Bobby) June Gable (Estelle Leonard) Scott Stewart (Waiter)

    Monica gets back together with Fun Bobby, but discovers that when he's not drinking, he's not so fun. Joey wins the role of Dr. Drake Ramoray, a neurosurgeon, on Days of Our Lives. And Rachel, dating a guy named Russ, can't see his uncanny resemblance to Ross.

    b: 04-Jan-1996 pc: 457311 w: Ira Ungerleider d: Tommy Schlamme

    NOTE: A viewer writes: "In this episode, the credits are a bit wacky. For instance was it not David Schwimmer playing Russ? I think so, yet 'Snaro' was credited as the actor playing Russ. Is this just a silly name David Schwimmer submitted? Then also if you watch, Lauren Tom is credited as playing Julie in this episode. Now it is correct that Lauren Tom plays Julie on the show, but I never saw her in this episode....did you????"

    Clarification: David Schwimmer really played Russ in this episode. However, he chose to be credited as "Snaro" as a tribute to a friend. Also, Julie only appears in the closing credits, in which she meets Russ at the coffee house. It's possible that the syndicated version of this episode cuts that out in favor of showing the cast cavorting around the fountain.

  • This episode runs 24:05 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00).
    • 35. The One With The Lesbian Wedding
    gs: Marlo Thomas (Sandra Green) Jane Sibbett (Carol) Jessica Hecht (Susan) Phil Leeds (Mr. Adelman) Candice Gingrich (The Minister) Symba Smith (Chrissy) Lea DeLaria (Woman)

    Ross's ex and her lesbian lover tie the knot, providing Monica with a job: catering the wedding. Phoebe is possessed by the spirit of an eighty-two year old massage client who dies in the middle of a session. Mrs. Adelman cannot depart until she's "seen everything" (needless to say, her spirit departs after the lesbian wedding). And Rachel's mom comes to visit and drops a bombshell: she's getting divorced from Rachel's dad.

    b: 18-Jan-1996 pc: 457312 w: Doty Abrams d: Tommy Schlamme

    NOTE: Marlo Thomas received an Emmy nomination for Guest Actress for her work in this episode.
  • This episode runs 24:30 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00).
    • 36. The One After The Super Bowl (1)
    gs: Kevin S. Bright (Director (uncredited)) Chris Isaak (Rob Donnen) Brooke Shields (Erika Ford) Dan Castellaneta (The Zookeeper) Fred Willard (Mr. Lipson) Roark Critchlow (Dr. Mike Horton) Sean Masterson ("Monkeyshine" Guy) Tahj Mowry (Kid) Lawrence Mandley (Security Guard) Elliot Woods (Waiter) Karen Kruschke (Coma Woman)

    Ross goes to visit Marcel his monkey while on a trip to California, and finds that the monkey is working in commercials. Joey gets his first fan letter and ends up dating the woman, who turns out to be a stalker who thinks that the happenings on the TV show are real. Phoebe is asked to sing for the children at the library, but their parents are horrified by her lyrics.

    b: 28-Jan-1996 pc: 457313 w: Michael Borkow d: Michael Lembeck

    NOTE: Brooke Shields won the lead in the sitcom Suddenly Susan based on her performance in this episode.
  • This episode won an Emmy award for Directing (Michael Lembeck).
  • This episode runs 24:00 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00).
    • 37. The One After The Super Bowl (2)
    gs: Julia Roberts (Susie Moss) Jean-Claude Van Damme (Himself) Cathy Matthews (Unknown) Seth Isler (Monkey Trainer) Steven M. Porter (Security Guard)

    Rachel and Monica compete for the affections of Jean-Claude Van Damme after meeting him on a movie set. Chandler meets a former schoolmate, a makeup artist, who seems hot for him. An excited Joey gets a role as an extra in the movie. And Ross and Marcel go on a whirlwind tour of the city.

    b: 28-Jan-1996 pc: 457314 w: Mike Sikowitz & Jeffrey Astrof d: Michael Lembeck

    NOTE: Music: "Looks Like We Made It," Barry Manilow
  • This episode won an Emmy award for Directing (Michael Lembeck).
  • This episode runs 24:23 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00).
    • 38. The One With The Prom Video
    gs: Michael Bower (Roy Gublick) Elliott Gould (Jack Geller) Patrick Kerr (The Manager) Christina Pickles (Judy Geller) Lou Thornton (Gail) Tim Bohn (Jonathan)

    After getting his big break, with Days of Our Lives, Joey pays Chandler back with $812 and an extremely tacky bracelet. Also, an unemployed Monica is hard up for money. And Monica and Rachel's prom video reveals Monica's former girth, Rachel's former nose and the way Ross has always felt about Rachel. This video brings Rachel to forgive Ross for the list.

    b: 01-Feb-1996 pc: 457310 w: Alexa Junge d: James Burrows

    NOTE: This particular episode was named as one of TV Guide's Funniest Moments and Greatest Episodes in TV History.
  • This episode runs 23:45 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00).
    • 39. The One Where Ross And Rachel...You Know
    gs: Tom Selleck (Dr. Richard Burke)

    Joey buys a big screen TV and two leather recliners with his newfound money. He and Chandler then spend a day refusing to leave the chairs. They even have food delivered to the girls apartment so they don't have to answer the door. Monica has a catering job for a friend of her parents, the attractive Dr. Burke. She ends up kissing him the next day at an un-needed eye exam and though there is a 21-year age difference between them, they begin dating. Ross and Rachel attempt to have their first real date, but Rachel laughs every time they kiss. When they try again the next evening, they are interrupted when Ross is called into the museum. It's too late to go to the restaurant so they have a picnic in the planetarium and end up waking up the next day naked in the display area with a group of Catholic school children looking in.

    b: 08-Feb-1996 pc: 457315 w: Greg Malins d: Michael Lembeck

    NOTE: Music: "Wicked Game," Chris Isaak
  • This episode runs 23:25 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00).
    • 40. The One Where Joey Moves Out
    gs: Tom Selleck (Dr. Richard Burke) Audrie Neeman (Emily) Elliott Gould (Jack Geller) Christina Pickles (Judy Geller) Warren Berlinger (Bob) Josie DiVincenzo (Tattoo Artist) Stephen Samuels (Arik)

    After having a fight with Chandler, Joey decides to move out. Rachel and Phoebe decide to get tattoos. And on his birthday, Mr. Geller receives the unsettling news that his best friend, Richard, and his daughter, Monica, are dating.

    b: 15-Feb-1996 pc: 457316 w: Betsy Borns d: Michael Lembeck

    NOTE: This episode runs 24:00 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00).
  • This episode didnt have the ususal ending with the gang dancing around the fountain, just credits over a black screen.
    • 41. The One Where Eddie Moves In
    gs: Adam Goldberg (Eddie) Dee Dee Rescher (The Record Producer) Linda Lutz (Horrible Woman)

    Phoebe is discovered by a record producer who wants to make "Smelly Cat" a video. Ross's new relationship with Rachel makes Monica feel like she's living with her brother again...and she hates it. And Joey considers moving back in with Chandler, but Chandler has a new roommate.

    b: 22-Feb-1996 pc: 457317 w: Adam Chase d: Michael Lembeck

    NOTE: Music: "All By Myself," Eric Carmen
  • This episode runs 24:35 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00).
    • 42. The One Where Dr. Ramoray Dies
    gs: Tom Selleck (Dr. Richard Burke) Adam Goldberg (Eddie) Roark Critchlow (Dr. Mike Horton) Brian Posehn (Messenger) Jim Reilly (Writer)

    Joey finds out the hard way that it's not wise to boast false things: His soap opera character gets dropped down an elevator shaft. Phoebe helps Chandler bond with his new roommate...much to Chandler's horror. And sexual history dominates the discussion between two couples--Monica and Richard, and Ross and Rachel.

    b: 21-Mar-1996 pc: 457318 w: Michael Borkow s: Alexa Junge d: Michael Lembeck

    NOTE: This episode runs 23:05 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00).
    43. The One Where Eddie Won't Go
    gs: Adam Goldberg (Eddie) June Gable (Estelle Leonard) James Michael Tyler (Gunther) Jason Graae (Casting Director) Tim Hutchinson (Supervisor)

    Creeped out by his bizarre new roommate, Chandler demands he move out. Eddie agrees...but doesn't go. Joey has trouble coming to grips with the death of Dr. Drake Ramoray and the accompanying change in his lifestyle. And a new book on employment for women inspires the female friends to have a "goddess meeting."

    b: 28-Mar-1996 pc: 457319 w: Greg Malins d: Michael Lembeck

    NOTE: This episode runs 24:00 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00).
    44. The One Where Old Yeller Dies
    gs: Tom Selleck (Dr. Richard Burke) Jane Sibbett (Carol) Jessica Hecht (Susan)

    Phoebe's world view is shattered when she learns how "Old Yeller" really ends. Monica becomes jealous when Richard begins going out with other people, namely Joey and Chandler. And Rachel becomes upset when she learns that Ross has planned their whole life together.

    b: 04-Apr-1996 pc: 457320 w: Greg Malins & Adam Chase d: Michael Lembeck

    NOTE: This episode runs 22:35 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00).
  • Ross says he wants to have two kids, a girl and a boy, with Rachel. He wants the girl to come first. Later, he reveals that he would like to name her Emily. (-=-Spoiler warning-=- Several years later, Rachel and Ross have a baby girl named Emma). Emma is pretty close to Emily (even though it was Monica's name and Rachel chose(ish) it), and considering Ross's past, Emily would have been a bad choice.
    • 45. The One With The Bullies
    gs: Peter DeLuise (Carl) Nicky Katt (Arthur) Giovanni Ribisi (Frank Jr.) Laraine Newman (Mrs. Buffay) James Michael Tyler (Gunther)

    Chandler and Ross run into two bullies at the coffee shop; one of whom steals Chandler's hat. After trying to avoid them, the guys confront the bullies and are ready to fight. When a thief steals their stuff, the bullies join Ross and Chandler in trying to get it back. Monica, down to her last few dollars of savings, plays the stock market based solely on the ticker symbols. After she loses it all she's forced to take a job at a 50s theme restaurant where she'll have to dance and wear "flame retardant boobs." Phoebe makes multiple attempts to go visit her birth father and when she finally does, she finds out he's no longer there. She does meet her half-brother, though.

    b: 25-Apr-1996 pc: 457321 w: Sebastian Jones & Brian Buckner d: Michael Lembeck

    NOTE: This episode runs 23:38 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00).
    46. The One With The Two Parties
    gs: Marlo Thomas (Sandra Green) Ron Leibman (Leonard Green) James Michael Tyler (Gunther) Nancy Rubin (Guest) Lewis Dix (Man)

    The gang plans a surprise party for Rachel, but the real surprise is when both of her estranged parents show up. "Think!" urges Chandler. "What would Jack and Chrissy do?" Why, split it into two parties, of course--one for each parent. But complications inevitably ensue...

    b: 02-May-1996 pc: 457322 w: Alexa Junge d: Michael Lembeck

    NOTE: Music: Barenaked Ladies, "Shoe Box"; k.d. lang, "Sexuality"; Joni Mitchell, "Big Yellow Taxi"; R.E.M., "It's a Free World, Baby"; Toad the Wet Sprocket, "Good Intentions"; Paul Westerberg, "Stain Yer Blood"
  • This episode runs 22:45 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00).
    • 47. The One With The Chicken Pox
    gs: Tom Selleck (Dr. Richard Burke) Dorien Wilson (Mr. Kogen) Charlie Sheen (Ryan) Mary-Pat Green (Jeannie) Steve Park (Scott)

    Phoebe catches chicken pox just as her old flame Ryan arrives in town on leave from the Navy. Even though he hasn't yet had chicken pox, he can't stand to be apart and they both spend the rest of the time trying to not scratch. Joey gets a job at Chandler's office but decides to play it as a role. The character he creates, Joseph, has a wife and kids and ultimately blames Chandler for his own screwup. Monica is upset that Richard doesn't have a "thing": an unexplainable quirk. He eventually comes up with one to ease her mind.

    b: 09-May-1996 pc: 457324 w: Brown Mandell d: Michael Lembeck

    NOTE: This episode runs 22:55 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00).
    48. The One With Barry And Mindy's Wedding
    gs: Tom Selleck (Dr. Richard Burke) Maggie Wheeler (Janice) Mitchell Whitfield (Barry) Jana Marie Hupp (Mindy) Peter Spears (Joel) Fritzi Burr (Mrs. Weinberg) Jackie Bright (Mr. Weinberg) Mindy Sterling (Wedding Planner)

    Rachel agrees to be maid of honor at her ex-fianc?'s wedding, but a fashion faux pas focuses attention away from the bride. To get a role in Warren Beatty's new movie, Joey needs to practice kissing...guys. Monica ponders her future with Richard and Chandler falls for a mystery woman on the Internet...who turns out to be Janice!

    b: 16-May-1996 pc: 457323 w: Brown Mandell d: Michael Lembeck

    NOTE: This episode runs 23:35 on DVD (a typical sitcom runs about 22:00).
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