Friends Second Season Episodes

By Hank Evans

The One Where Heckles Dies: Chandler breaks up with a woman because her nostrils are too big–yet another superficial reason to avoid a real relationship. Mr. Heckles complains again about the noise–it’s disturbing his birds (he could have birds). Phoebe, Rachel, and Joey impersonate Janice. Mr. Heckles dies, apparently while hitting his ceiling with a broom because of the noise from above. Phoebe doesn’t believe in evolution, which bothers Ross enough that he feels he has to convince her of the theory. Rachel and Monica inherit all of Mr. Heckles earthly possesions; while clearing out his apartment, they discover that Heckles was quite a funny guy in his time. Chandler is upset to find how much he has in common with Mr. Heckles, and in his determination not to die alone, he calls Janice… only to find out that she’s married and pregnant. While trying to decide which of Heckles’ things to keep, Rachel realizes that Monica doesn’t consider the apartment to be “their” apartment.

The One With Five Steaks and an Eggplant: Chandler gets calls from an intriguing woman (Jade) looking for someone named Bob. On the phone, he pretends to be Bob and arranges to meet her, so he can console her when “Bob” stands her up. Their relationship seems to be going very well, until she calls “Bob” back and complains of Chandler’s sexual inadequacies. Chandler plans a big birthday hoopla for Ross, but the expense involved touches a nerve with Phoebe, Joey, and Rachel, who don’t make as much money as the others. Monica, Chandler, and Ross celebrate his birthday by attending Hootie and the Blowfish in concert; they end up partying backstage afterwards with the band. Monica gets a new position as Head Lunch Chef, also in charge of purchasing, who has her own little desk (when Roland’s not there), and a beeper. However, she is soon fired for accepting a gift from the restaurant’s new meat supplier.

The One With The List: Chandler gets a new computer. Ross is depressed about having to chose between Julie and Rachel. Chandler suggests they make a list of pros and cons, which somehow never makes it past the cons. Ross choses Rachel, but then she finds the list and decides she doesn’t want to be with Ross anymore. Monica’s finds a new job creating Thanksgiving recipes for Mockolate, a synthetic chocolate substitute.

The One With Russ: Joey gets bad reviews for his latest play and decides to quit show business… until his agent gets him an audition for a soap opera. He finds out, however, that he’d have to sleep with the casting director to get the part. Monica starts dating Fun Bobby again; she notices he seems to have a drinking problem. She confronts him and he decides to quit, after which Monica notices he’s no longer any fun. Rachel dates Russ, who bears a striking resemblence to Ross.

The One Where Ross And Rachel… You Know: Joey buys a big screen TV and two leather reclining chairs; he and Chandler don’t move from them for days. Phoebe helps Monica cater a party at the home of Dr. Richard Burke, an old friend of the Gellers, who recently divorced. Despite their age difference, Richard and Monica begin dating. Ross and Rachel begin dating. One of their dates is interrupted when Ross is paged to the museum. By the time he’s done with work, their plans are ruined, so they spend the night together in the museum. Joey and Chandler watch Beavis and Butthead.

The One Where Eddie Moves In: Joey shows his friends his new apartment, which (unfortunately) he decorated himself. A record producers signs Phoebe to make a video of Smelly Cat, but dubs in someone else’s voice. Monica is annoyed that Ross is around so much; they fight like typical siblings. Chandler and Joey miss each other, but neither one will admit it. Chandler gets a new roommate, Eddie, who seems like a great guy. Joey is jealous, and he and Chandler fight like a typical couple. Chandler finds out that he does really have that much in common with Eddie after all.

The One Where Eddie Won’t Go: Chandler wakes in the night to find Eddie watching him sleep; they argue and Eddie agrees to leave. The next day, Eddie goes on a fruit drying kick and has no recollection of their previous conversation. Variations of this happened day after day. Joey’s pride won’t let him try out for small roles, but his mounting debts (and Ross) slowly convince him otherwise. Joey makes good use of his “Word of the Day” toilet paper. Monica, Rachel, and Phoebe read a female empowerment book, Be Your Own Windkeeper, which has even more detrimental effects on their relationships with each other than it does on their relationships with men. Joey moves back in with Chandler, which allows Chandler to take advantage of Eddie’s faulty memory, and finally be rid of him.

The One With Barry And Mindy’s Wedding: Joey has an audition for a movie directed by Warren Beatty; the part involves kissing another man, and Joey tries to find one to practice with. Rachel prepares to be the maid of honor at Mindy’s wedding to Barry. The bridesmaid’s dresses are hideous. Going to the wedding is even more painful than Rachel expected. Her dress gets caught in her underwear, she finds out that Barry’s parents told everyone she was insane from syphilis, and Barry and his best man make jokes about her. But she finds the strength to stay. Chandler meets a woman on the Internet; he really likes her. He finds out she’s married, but decides to meet her anyway. She turns out to be Janice. Monica asks Richard about his plans for the future, and discovers he doesn’t want to start having kids again. While at Barry and Mindy’s wedding, they decide their relationship is over.

Hank Evans thanks you for taking the time to read this article. And, if you found it interesting, you can read more from Hank Evans at Watch NCIS Online and Watch Royal Pains Online.

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