Beste Episodes
Since it first aired on NBC in 1994, Friends has become one of the most iconic television shows of all time. Following the lives of six young adults in New York City, the show resonated with viewers across the world, becoming a cultural phenomenon. With 11 seasons and 236 episodes, it can be difficult to know which episodes are the best – and even more difficult to decide which are the worst. We have taken the time to rank the worst episodes of Friends and will explain why they deserve to be at the bottom of the list.
Throughout the 11 seasons, some episodes are bound to be better than others. Even with such a large and devoted fanbase, there are still some episodes that rank lower than others. We have taken the time to look through the entire series and have ranked the 10 worst episodes. These are the ones that failed to capture the spirit of the show, and simply didn’t live up to the high bar set by the rest of the series.
From Ross’s unfortunate tanning session to Joey’s infamous “smell the fart” scene, we have taken the time to analyze each episode and have ranked them from worst to best. Read on to find out which episodes of Friends are the lowest ranked, and why they deserve to be at the bottom of the list.
Written by Sophie and last updated on Nov 20, 2024.
PS: The following content contains spoilers!
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Joey's grandmother comes over to watch his network debut. Meanwhile, Ross tries unsuccessfully to flirt with the pizza delivery girl.
The episode was rated 7,84 from 1342 votes.
Monica learns that Chandler has a second, more annoying personality when he's around his boss. Ross learns that Emily is getting remarried.
The episode was rated 7,84 from 1338 votes.
Rachel has an awkward encounter when she interviews for a new job. Monica becomes jealous of Phoebe and Gary. Joey searches for a 'hot girl' in Ross's building.
The episode was rated 7,88 from 1321 votes.
Chandler and Monica go away for the weekend but spend the entire time fighting. Ross tries to tell Rachel about his agreement with Emily.
The episode was rated 7,89 from 1437 votes.
Joey has a dream about Monica. Phoebe finds a police badge under her seat at Central Perk. Ross buys a sofa but has trouble moving it up the stairs into his new apartment.
The episode was rated 7,89 from 1353 votes.
Joey starts dating a girl who likes to playfully punch him. Ross makes enemies with is new neighbors.
The episode was rated 7,90 from 1398 votes.
The gang go to Las Vegas to visit Joey. Chandler is angry when he finds out Monica had lunch with Richard. Ross and Rachel try to embarrass each other after an awkward encounter.
The episode was rated 7,91 from 1281 votes.
In the aftermath of the wedding, Ross tries to rescue his marriage with Emily. Meanwhile, Chandler and Monica try to spend time alone together.
The episode was rated 7,93 from 1485 votes.
Phoebe is rushed to the hospital to give birth. Joey winds up with kidney stones. Meanwhile, Rachel tries to set Monica up on a date with a male nurse.
The episode was rated 7,97 from 1442 votes.
Ross continues to try and mend his marriage to Emily. Chandler tries to hide his relationship with Monica. Meanwhile, Phoebe starts getting irritated by everyone's London stories.
The episode was rated 8,02 from 1550 votes.
Joey starts to get uncomfortable with protecting Monica and Chandler's secret. Meanwhile, Ross becomes enraged at work when someone steals his sandwich.
The episode was rated 8,02 from 1503 votes.
With the New Year, the friends make resolutions. Rachel discovers a big secret that threatens to spoil her resolution.
The episode was rated 8,09 from 1421 votes.
The Friends episode "The One with All the Thanksgivings" is an iconic Thanksgiving episode of the series. In this episode, the group reminisces about their worst Thanksgivings, leading to a series of hilarious flashbacks. The first flashback is of Monica when she was a freshman in college, where she accidentally cut off all her hair while trying to make a turkey. This leads to a series of other embarrassing Thanksgivings, including Ross getting caught in the shower with the copy girl and Chandler getting his toe stuck in the faucet.
The episode also includes a brief look into Joey's past, as he explains why Thanksgiving is his least favorite holiday. Joey's father was in the military, which meant that his family moved around a lot and never had the chance to have a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Because of this, Joey never developed a real attachment to the holiday. This episode is a perfect blend of comedy and sentimentality, as the group celebrates their friendship and reflects on their pasts.
The episode was rated 8,11 from 1499 votes.
In the second part of the "The One in Vegas" episode of Friends, Chandler and Monica reconcile and impulsively decide to tie the knot. After this unexpected turn of events, Ross and Rachel get drunk and wander the casino. Meanwhile, Phoebe deals with a peculiar individual who is lurking around the slot machines.
It's no surprise that Chandler and Monica get married so quickly, as they have been struggling to define their relationship since the show's first season. With their relationship finally settled, Ross and Rachel take advantage of their newly-found freedom and head out to the casino. Although their night of drinking and gambling leads to some comedic moments, it also serves as a reminder of their complicated past. Phoebe's encounter with the casino lurker further adds to the comedic elements of the episode, as the audience is left wondering what kind of trouble she will get into.
The episode was rated 8,21 from 1125 votes.
In the Friends episode "The One Where Everybody Finds Out," Ross jumps at the chance to get his own apartment when he finds out that Ugly Naked Guy is moving out. Meanwhile, Phoebe discovers the secret relationship between Monica and Chandler and tries to get them to confess the truth. This episode is often praised as one of the best of the entire series, and is considered a comedy classic.
The episode is filled with memorable moments, from Ross's misadventures in apartment hunting to Phoebe's attempts to get Monica and Chandler to spill the beans. It's no wonder that this episode is so beloved, as it is full of hilarious dialogue, laugh-out-loud moments, and heartwarming exchanges between the friends. It is no surprise that it has been singled out as one of the best episodes of the entire series.
The episode was rated 8,47 from 1610 votes.
