Friends: Season 2

1995 · 24 episodes · ★ 8.2

What Season 2 of Friends

Season two kicks off with Rachel jealous of Julie, Ross's new girlfriend, who comes back from China with him. Monica dates a man older than she is, and Joey stars in a soap opera. The six friends keep hanging out at Central Perk, but money creates distance between them: Monica, Ross and Chandler have more resources than Phoebe, Rachel and Joey. After getting drunk, Rachel confesses her feelings to Ross on an answering machine, and he has to choose between her and Julie. The group's bond helps them get through their romantic and work troubles.

24episodes

Sep 21, 1995premiered

May 16, 1996latest episode

9.2 hrtotal runtime

Season 2 Episodes

2x01 The One with Ross's New Girlfriend
Sep 21, 1995 · 23 min · ★ 8.3
Rachel waits patiently at the airport for Ross, returning from China. Meanwhile, after giving Joey and Chandler new haircuts, Phoebe is persuaded to cut Monica's hair. And Joey learns that his tailor is a very naughty man.
Directing: Michael Lembeck · Writing: Jeff Astrof, Mike Sikowitz · Starring: Cosimo Fusco, Lauren Tom, Buck Kartalian
2x02 The One with the Breast Milk
Sep 28, 1995 · 23 min · ★ 7.8
The guys are uncomfortable with the thought of Carol's breast milk while Rachel is upset by Monica's growing friendship with Julie. Meanwhile, Joey competes with a fellow cologne spritzer for the affections of a beautiful colleague.
Directing: Michael Lembeck · Writing: Adam Chase, Ira Ungerleider · Starring: Emily Procter, Lauren Tom, Joel Beeson, Jessica Hecht
2x03 The One Where Heckles Dies
Oct 5, 1995 · 23 min · ★ 8.3
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.
Directing: Kevin S. Bright · Writing: Greg Malins, Michael Curtis · Starring: Larry Hankin, Danny Dayton, Mike Hagerty, Maggie Wheeler
2x04 The One with Phoebe's Husband
Oct 12, 1995 · 23 min · ★ 7.8
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.
Directing: Gail Mancuso · Writing: Alexa Junge · Starring: Steve Zahn, Lauren Tom, Janice Davies, James Michael Tyler
2x05 The One with Five Steaks and an Eggplant
Oct 19, 1995 · 23 min · ★ 8.1
When a sexy woman calls the wrong number, Chandler seeks to make the most of the situation. Income issues divide the friends; Monica, Ross and Chandler have money, while Phoebe, Rachel and Joey don't.
Directing: Ellen Gittelsohn · Writing: Chris Brown · Starring: Brittney Powell, Chris Young, James Michael Tyler, Spencer Cherashore
2x06 The One with the Baby on the Bus
Nov 2, 1995 · 23 min · ★ 8.2
Chandler and Joey lose Ross's son, Ben, while checking out women 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.
Directing: Gail Mancuso · Writing: Betsy Borns · Starring: Lea Thompson, Max Wright, Chrissie Hynde, Catherine Bell
2x07 The One Where Ross Finds Out
Nov 9, 1995 · 23 min · ★ 8.7
A drunken Rachel is persuaded to call Ross and reveal her feelings for him on his answering machine. Now, Ross must make a decision 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.
Directing: Peter Bonerz · Writing: Michael Borkow · Starring: Arye Gross, Barry Diamond, Lauren Tom, James Michael Tyler
2x08 The One with the List
Nov 16, 1995 · 23 min · ★ 8.2
Ross enlists Joey and Chandler to help with his decision to choose Julie or Rachel by 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.
Directing: Mary Kay Place · Writing: Marta Kauffman, David Crane · Starring: Michael McKean, Lauren Tom, James Michael Tyler
2x09 The One with Phoebe's Dad Mid-Season Finale
Dec 14, 1995 · 23 min · ★ 7.7
It's Christmas time and Monica tries tipping with cookies, rather than cash, with mixed results. Phoebe tries to track down her real father. And Chandler and Joey wait too late to shop for presents.
Directing: Kevin S. Bright · Writing: Jeff Astrof, Mike Sikowitz · Starring: Audra Lindley, Mike Hagerty, James Michael Tyler
2x10 The One with Russ
Jan 4, 1996 · 23 min · ★ 8.0
Monica gets back together with Fun Bobby. Joey lands a role of a neurosurgeon on Days of Our Lives. And Rachel, dating a guy named Russ, can't see his uncanny resemblance to Ross.
Directing: Thomas Schlamme · Writing: Ira Ungerleider · Starring: Vincent Ventresca, June Gable, Lauren Tom, Scott Stewart
2x11 The One with the Lesbian Wedding
Jan 18, 1996 · 23 min · ★ 7.9
Monica caters the wedding of Ross's ex-wife and her lesbian lover. Phoebe is possessed by the spirit of an 82-year-old massage client who dies in the middle of a session. And Rachel's mom comes to visit and drops a bombshell.
Directing: Thomas Schlamme · Writing: Doty Abrams · Starring: Candace Gingrich-Jones, Marlo Thomas, Phil Leeds, Symba
2x12 The One After the Super Bowl (1)
Jan 28, 1996 · 23 min · ★ 8.3
Ross goes to visit Marcel, his monkey, while on a trip to California. Joey gets his first fan letter and ends up dating the woman. Phoebe is asked to sing for the children at the library, but their parents are horrified by her lyrics.
Directing: Michael Lembeck · Writing: Michael Borkow, Jeff Astrof, Mike Sikowitz · Starring: Brooke Shields, Chris Isaak, Steven M. Porter, Dan Castellaneta
2x13 The One After the Super Bowl (2)
Jan 28, 1996 · 23 min · ★ 8.3
Rachel and Monica compete for the affections of Jean-Claude Van Damme after meeting him on a movie set. Chandler meets a former schoolmate while an excited Joey gets a role as an extra in the movie. Ross and Marcel go on a whirlwind tour of the city.
Directing: Michael Lembeck · Writing: Michael Borkow · Starring: Steven M. Porter, Julia Roberts, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Lisa Roberts Gillan
2x14 The One with the Prom Video
Feb 1, 1996 · 23 min · ★ 8.8
After getting his big break, with Days of Our Lives, Joey pays Chandler back. Monica is unemployed and hard up for money. Monica and Rachel's prom video reveals Monica's former girth, Rachel's former nose and the way Ross has always felt about Rachel.
Directing: James Burrows · Writing: Alexa Junge · Starring: Patrick Kerr, Tim Bohn, Michael Bower, Lou Thornton
2x15 The One Where Ross and Rachel... You Know
Feb 8, 1996 · 23 min · ★ 8.4
Joey buys a big screen TV and two leather recliners with his newfound money. Monica has a catering job for one of her parents' friends and becomes infatuated. 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.
Directing: Michael Lembeck · Writing: Greg Malins, Michael Curtis · Starring: Tom Selleck
2x16 The One Where Joey Moves Out
Feb 15, 1996 · 23 min · ★ 8.4
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 and his daughter are dating.
Directing: Michael Lembeck · Writing: Betsy Borns · Starring: Tom Selleck, Warren Berlinger, Audrie Neenan, Josie DiVincenzo
2x17 The One Where Eddie Moves In
Feb 22, 1996 · 23 min · ★ 8.1
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.
Directing: Michael Lembeck · Writing: Adam Chase · Starring: DeeDee Rescher, Linda Lutz, Adam Goldberg, James Michael Tyler
2x18 The One Where Dr. Ramoray Dies
Mar 21, 1996 · 23 min · ★ 8.1
Chandler learns more about his new roommate, Eddie. Ross is stressed out to learn that Rachel had 'animal sex' with Paolo. Richard and Monica are uncomfortable to learn what their numbers of ex-lovers are. Joey's remarks to a fan magazine could cause him to lose his job playing Dr Ramoray.
Directing: Michael Lembeck · Writing: Michael Borkow · Starring: James E. Reilly, Tom Selleck, Brian Posehn, Roark Critchlow
2x19 The One Where Eddie Won't Go
Mar 28, 1996 · 23 min · ★ 8.3
Creeped out by his bizarre new roommate, Chandler demands he move out; Eddie agrees... but won't go. Joey has trouble coming to grips with the death of Dr. Drake Ramoray and is facing some exorbitant bills. And a new book on women's empowerment inspires the ladies to have a "goddess meeting."
Directing: Michael Lembeck · Writing: Greg Malins, Michael Curtis · Starring: Jason Graae, June Gable, Adam Goldberg, James Michael Tyler
2x20 The One Where Old Yeller Dies
Apr 4, 1996 · 23 min · ★ 7.9
Monica's new boyfriend impresses Chandler and Joey. Phoebe's world view is shattered when she finds out what she missed as a child, and Rachel resents the fact that Ross has planned their whole life together.
Directing: Michael Lembeck · Writing: Adam Chase · Starring: Tom Selleck, Jessica Hecht, Jane Sibbett
2x21 The One with the Bullies
Apr 25, 1996 · 23 min · ★ 7.9
Monica is broke and decides to gamble on the stock market, while Chandler and Ross run into a couple of bullies in Central Park. Rachel and Joey help Phoebe locate her father, but a vicious dog prevents Phoebe from finally meeting him.
Directing: Michael Lembeck · Writing: Brian Buckner, Sebastian Jones · Starring: Nicky Katt, Peter DeLuise, Laraine Newman, Giovanni Ribisi
2x22 The One with the Two Parties
May 2, 1996 · 23 min · ★ 8.5
Monica decides to hold a surprise birthday for Rachel, but everything goes wrong when Rachel's estranged parents turn up unexpectedly. The party then splits into two factions, but complications inevitably ensue.
Directing: Michael Lembeck · Writing: Alexa Junge · Starring: Ron Leibman, Marlo Thomas, Nancy Rubin, Lewis Dix Jr.
2x23 The One with the Chicken Pox
May 9, 1996 · 23 min · ★ 7.9
Phoebe's submariner ex-boyfriend visits New York on leave for 2 weeks from the Navy. Unfortunately, Phoebe catches chicken pox at Ben's first birthday party. When Monica realizes that Richard has no real neuroses, she worries that she is too strange for him. Chandler organizes a job as a processor for Joey.
Directing: Michael Lembeck · Writing: Brown Mandell · Starring: Charlie Sheen, Tom Selleck, Mary-Pat Green, Steve Park
2x24 The One with Barry and Mindy's Wedding Season Finale
May 16, 1996 · 23 min · ★ 8.0
Rachel agrees to be maid of honor at her ex-fiancé's wedding; she relives the nightmare of her own failed wedding day. Meanwhile, Chandler becomes enamored with a woman he meets on the Internet, but is surprised when he finally meets her. Monica ponders her future with Richard.
Directing: Michael Lembeck · Writing: Brown Mandell · Starring: Jana Marie Hupp, Tom Selleck, Fritzi Burr, Mindy Sterling