– Satyakam Ray
How you doin’? Joey’s iconic hook-up line will ring a bell for friends from the 1990s—the youth generation. The all-time best sitcom aired for over 10 seasons, from 1994 to 2004. However, the show’s immense popularity remains. It is still in the top 10 trending on Netflix India. It is watched by billions worldwide. The enigmatic Central Perk coffeehouse captivated viewers. The quirky but emotional exploits of the six friends made the show watchable. This remained true even after the last episode was shot in 2004.
Jennifer Aniston played Rachel Green. Courteney Cox portrayed Monica Geller. Lisa Kudrow appeared as Phoebe Buffay. Matt LeBlanc was Joey Tribbiani. Matthew Perry acted as Chandler Bing. David Schwimmer took on the role of Ross Geller. They were the perfect cast for the sitcom. Fans remember the characters’ names rather than the actors’ names. The side characters, such as Janice, Gunther, and Robert, made this show unique and beloved by fans worldwide.
On May 27, 2021, HBO aired “The Friends Reunion.” It featured the original six stars and the quintessential side characters. They discussed the show and reenacted some of its famous scenes. While all the crew members described this reunion as a satisfying yet emotional experience, Joey characterized it as “melancholy.” Who better knows than Doctor Drake?
On this occasion, the author explores the essence of the beautifully written, evergreen sitcom. They examine the cast’s friends’ top 10 moments. They also look at their traits.
- Phoebe’s Smelly Cat Jingle—The quirky, slightly eccentric, yet sweet Phoebe is the most unexpected character in the series. She is a part-time musician who works as a masseuse. The original composition, with some weird lines about a smelly cat and Phoebe playing it with her guitar solo, makes the song quite popular. Taylor Swift played the Smelly Cat song at one of her concerts with the original rock star, Lisa Kudrow.
- Joey doesn’t share food. Drake Ramoray, the eternal foodie and womanizer, is slightly less intelligent and educated than the other characters. However, the struggling actor is the most trustworthy person, as he conceals the affair between Chandler and Monica and takes all the blame for quite some time. Regarding food, Joey doesn’t like to share a morsel. Remember the size of the turkey Joey gulps down on Thanksgiving! After all, he’s a Tribianni!
- Chandler and his sarcasm—Figuring out Chandler’s exact job is challenging, as is his dry, sarcastic humor, which is rarely understood by others. The jokes he often delivers are pinpointed satire. Maybe he can be the godfather of the current satirists. But deep down, Chandler is sorrowful, contrary to his outward laughter. Matthew Perry has also suffered a lot after his friends’ success in real life. But the whole world will remember Chandler Bing as the king of sarcasm.
- Monica Geller, “the bossy chef,” embodies the bossy, annoying, yet caring attitude, whether handling the day-to-day activities in the restaurant kitchen or her friends’ love lives. Her carefree attitude during the honeymoon with Chandler is one exception. “I know” – the usual Monica line often binds the whole group together, as Monica is the backbone of the bunch.
- The fashionista– When Rachel decides to go to London to express her love for Ross when the latter is about to marry Emily, it is one of the most beautiful things on the show. From working as a café waitress to working in one of the best fashion brands, Rachel Green has gone a long way. Ross’s marriage ceremony blunder speaks volumes about the love between Ross and Rachel.
- Joey’s French learning—To get a role in a play where he has to say some French lines, Joey takes Phoebe’s help. However, after many trials with Phoebe, Joey learns nothing in French and continues to speak his unique dialect. The scene is adorable and memorable.
- Janice—Oh my God -Chandler’s ex-girlfriend Janice, the annoying high-pitched one, appears a few times in the show. Her pronunciation of “Oh my God” is hilarious and well-known among her friends.
- Central Perk and Monica’s apartment—Almost all the scenes occur in these two locations. The friends gather for coffee or a muffin at the coffeehouse, and the events unfold. However, Gunther’s love for Rachel remains unspoken throughout the series, which is somewhat sad.
- The theme song—When the theme song of Friends, “I Will Be There for You,” is played, the whole vibe of the friends comes to play in a melancholy manner.
The Friend series has dozens of memorable best scenes, and fans cherish them all. If you haven’t seen Friends yet, I highly recommend watching it. For ardent fans, the author asks, “What’s your favorite moment with a friend?”
The Witty Stride 