There are few who would deny that Friends wasn’t one of the funniest, most hilarious sitcoms in the history of television. Every episode was packed to the brim with laughs.
Among the many excellent offerings, there are certain jokes and scenes that stand out among the rest. Have a look below and check out these 15 times that the cast of Friends knew exactly what they were doing.
When Joey and Chandler rode the dog into Monica’s apartment.
This happened right after the guys swindled Monica’s apartment from her and Rachel during a heated trivia game. The image of Joey and Chandler riding the porcelain dog has become one of the series’ most iconic moments.
The one where Rachel makes the English trifle.
While attempting to make a traditional English trifle, Rachel fails to realize that two of the pages are stuck together. The dish is a disaster to all who taste it — except for Joey.
Ross and Elizabeth’s double-date with Paul and Rachel.
While attempting to use Rachel to get into Paul’s good graces, Ross manages to put his foot in his mouth, time and time again. The scene comes to a climax after Rachel inadvertently reveals that she and Ross were at one time married.
When Monica explained the seven female erogenous zones.
The only thing funnier than watching Chandler turn ghostly white after being told that there are seven female erogenous zones is when Monica inadvertently gives herself an orgasm after describing, in detail, all the various combinations in which they can be manipulated.
“Joey doesn’t share food!”
Joey has never been one for sharing his food , this is a known fact among the Central Perk Six. However, it’s not the best trait to have when you’re out on a date with a new prospective girlfriend.
The one with Ross’ leather pants.
Just watching Ross rocking a pair of black leather pants on its own is hilarious enough. Witnessing his legs get so hot that the pants shrink, thus forcing him to cover his legs in cream and baby powder in order to get them off, is the icing on the cake.
Every single time that Phoebe and the gang sang “Smelly Cat.”
Aside from The Rembrandts’ “I’ll Be There For You”, Phoebe Buffay’s “Smelly Cat” is the one song that every single Friends fan knows the words to. Each time it’s played, it’s like you’re hearing it for the first time.
When Joey has to cover for Chandler and Monica.
I don’t care what anyone says. Watching Joey cover for Chandler by looking Rachel dead in the eyes and saying “I’m Joey. I’m disgusting. I make low-budget adult films!” is a series highlight.
The time that Rachel and Chandler helped Ross move his new couch.
Whenever you encounter another Friends superfan out in the wild, all you need to say is the word “Pivot!” If they’re the real deal, then they’ll know exactly what you’re talking about.
When Ross makes a move on his cousin.
When Ross tries to make a move on his cousin and his shut down, he freezes in a state of panic. After telling himself that there’s no possible way he could make this situation any worse, he utters aloud “I haven’t had sex in a very long time .”
The one with Joey’s fake twin brother.
When Joey discovers that a clinical study for identical twins pays $2000, he quickly recruits Carl to be his brother. The only problem is that Carl and Joey look nothing alike — “Dammit, Carl!”
When Ross plays the bagpipes for the gang.
Don’t get me wrong, seeing Ross playing his heart out on the bagpipes is enough to make anyone double-over laughing. But what really takes the cake is when Phoebe stares, totally transfixed, and starts singing “EEEEEEEEEEE!” as loud as she can.
When Ross told everyone that he was fine.
When Ross learns the shocking truth about Joey and Rachel’s relationship, he starts to unravel — in a truly hilarious fashion. Thanks to this episode, “I’m fine!” became one of the most quotable Friends ‘ one-liners.
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Phoebe’s fire alarm.
Unable to silence her incessant fire alarm, Phoebe sets to work trying to dismantle and fix the problem. After hours of trying, in vain, she resorts to beating it with a hammer — causing it to beep yet again.
Superman, Santa Claus, and the Holiday Armadillo.
What’s amazing about this scene is not only is it hilarious, but it’s incredibly heartfelt. It just goes to show you how lucky Ross is to have friends like Joey and Chandler.
