Friends became a global sensation when it first landed on our TV screens in 1995 – and it gave us some iconic catchphrases too.
From “How you doin?” to “We were on a break!” everyone has their favourite line or joke from the beloved US sitcom.
As part of a new series of features, Daily Star is taking a look at some comedy classics and choosing a selection of the funniest jokes from each.
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To launch the series, we take a look at the 13 funniest jokes from Friends – but has your favourite made the list?
Read on to see.
1. No one could ever forget the time Ross and Chandler tried to move a sofa
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Ross: “Pivot! Pivot! Pivot! Pivot! Pivot!”
Chandler: “Shut up! Shut up! Shut up!”
2. Monica’s response to Joey’s many relationships
Joey: It’s never taken me a week to get over a relationship.
Monica: It’s never taken you more than a shower to get over a relationship.
3. Phoebe was all of us when she tried to get out of watching a film she didn’t want to see
Rachel: Hey, you guys wanna go see a movie?
Ross: Yeah, sure.
Rachel: How about you, Phoebe?
Phoebe: No, thanks, I’ve already seen one.
4. Joey’s way of remembering the days of the week was just as memorable…
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Joey: Monday, One Day. Tuesday day, two day. Wednesday, when, huh? What day? Thursday, the third day.”
5. That time Chandler tried to give Joey dating advice
Chandler: Look, I just think it’s time for you to settle down, you know? Make a choice, pick a lane!
Joey: Who’s Elaine?
6. Smelly Cat was a classic – and Phoebe had a hilarious request for her fans in Central Perk…
Phoebe: “If you want to receive emails about my upcoming shows, please give me money so I can buy a computer.”
7. Naked guy became a staple feature in many of the Friends conversations…
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Phoebe: “Oh look, ugly naked guy is decorating his Christmas tree! Wow, you should see the size of his Christmas balls!”
8. Rachel learning about taxes was a moment we’ve all experienced
Rachel: “Isn’t this exciting! I earned this! I wiped tables for it, I steamed milk for it, and it was totally… [Rachel looks at her cheque] not worth it.
“Who’s FICA? Why’s he getting all my money?”
9. Who could forget Chandler’s horrified face when Joey wore all his clothes? And then decided to attempt lunges
Joey: “Look at me. I’m Chandler. Could I be wearing anymore clothes?”
10. The Friends all had different reactions to Monica and Chandler’s relationship
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[Phoebe sees Monica and Chandler making out]: “Oh! Oh, my eyes! My eyes!”
Rachel: “Phoebe just found out about Monica and Chandler
Joey: “You mean how they’re friends and nothing more?” (Cue stern stare)
11. We couldn’t help but love Phoebe’s clever observation
Phoebe: “Come on Ross, you’re a paleontologist – dig a little deeper.”
12. Who could forget Ross’ tanning blunder? We certainly couldn’t…
Ross: “I went to that tanning place your wife suggested.”
Chandler: “Was that place the sun?”
13. And of course – the running classic throughout Friends
Ross: “We were on a break!”
And that time Chandler responded…
Chandler: “Oh my God! If you say that one more time, I’m going to break up with you!”
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