Only 30% Of FRIENDS Fans Remember These Scenes! Can You?
- by Krissie Mick
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How you doin'? If you're the kind of person who believes that there isn't any situation life can throw at you that can't be related to by a scene from a Friends episode, you just might ace this quiz! The only thing we can promise is that you'll end our quiz with a serious hankering for a few dozen of your favorite episodes. Friends is a show made up of hilarious scenes which can easily be broken down and re-enacted for your friends IRL after watching reruns on Netflix. Sure, it has a little of everything. There's romance, some tragedy, jealousy and real life issues but mostly, there's laughs and lots of them.
If you're the kind of person who has ever said, "Remember the time when [insert Friend's name of your choice here]..." more than once in your life or if you have ever sang any partial lyrics to any of Phoebe's songs, this quiz has your name all over it.
Grab a cup of your favorite java along with a nice bar of FDA-pending Mockolate, find a seat at the comfiest sofa at your favorite coffee shop and let's see how you stack up as a real Friends fan!
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Okay friend, we decided to start you out easy so here we go. Let us know what is happening here. You've got a big clue with Ross standing at a beautiful altar next to a bride and in front of an officiant. But do you know exactly what this scene was about? If you recall, Ross did marry more than once. In fact, it was kind of a sore point for the guy throughout the show. If you know the answer, choose below!
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Who doesn't love a huddle? Only great things come from huddles. Huddles mean secrets, building camaraderie, team work, strategy planning, working together and having fun. The only thing better than a huddle is a huddle with friends! Who, we ask, who would not want to be a part of a huddle including these three amazing friends? We suppose the director thought so too and that is why the camera angle is straight on - so that you feel like you're a part of that incredible huddle!
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Though it's true that he definitely has a fun and even silly side to him, Ross is usually the most serious one of the group of six. He's level-headed and calm in most cases. So when you see him cracking up, you know that it has to be really funny. Rachel is a toss up. She can be serious but just as easily, she can also be fun and silly, always ready for a laugh. So it's not such a surprise to see her having a good ol' time.
What's happening in this scene, friend?
If there was one thing that you could count on to add extra pizazz to an episode of "Friends", that would be a guest star. Any guest star! Because they had so many and it was clear that the casting directors and writers went to great lengths to make sure that each guest star was perfectly suited for the party they played. Any time a guest star came on the set of "Friends", there were sure to be endless laughs.
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Anyone who hasn't seen "Friends" just won't understand these jokes. Three women just hanging out in wedding dresses doesn't seem normal. But for anyone who's seen even just a few episodes of "Friends" knows that this is not that unusual. The question is, do you remember why Rachel, Monica and Phoebe are wearing wedding dresses? Are they throwing some kind of "who wore it best?" contest? Have they all agreed they're never getting married? Are they just trying to make themselves feel better? Or are they trying to support Rachel after leaving Barry?
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Joey is a one of a kind character. He is funny, unpredictable, goofy, a lady's man (most of the time), a bit of a ditz - he's basically the ultimate wild card for this group of friends. They wouldn't know what to do without him since Joey was the character to consistently provide comic relief and laughs for everyone... even if they did happen to be at his own expense for most of the time. Choose the correct answer now!
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Considering that these are six very different characters with unique personalities, you know that if more than half of the group have their eyes laser-focused onto something, it's got to be a very big deal. As it happens, the four friends, Monica, Phoebe, Joey and Chandler are completely in awe of something that is happening between Ross and Rachel. But the big question is, do you know Ross and Rachel were doing that was so captivating to their four friends?
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Chandler and Joey have undoubtedly one of the best bromances of TV history and definitely of TV shows during the 90s. They just get each other like no other character on the show. They are even so incredibly sad when they're separated that they both feel depressed. But it's not all sadness. Because when these two are in the right mood, watch out. Your stomach will hurt the next day from laughing so hard. Rock hard abs... courtesy of Joey and Chandler.
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Hands down, some of the best and most funniest episodes of "Friends" are ones where costumes of some kind are involved. This is because every single costume has a hilarious backstory and subplot and you just know that really funny jokes are right around the corner. You can always count on something ridiculous to happen when you see one of the main characters running around in a costume. Even if it's not for a certain holiday, they can make it work.
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Whether it's light out or dark, it doesn't matter if it's a "Friends" episode. The great thing about this beloved sitcom is that they have been in almost every single environment that a person living in New York City would ever experience. Watching the show is a true New York City experience... at least for those of us who have never been to New York City. You almost get the feeling that you've been there once or twice even if you haven't.
What's happening in this scene, friend?
With a friend like Monica around, there is never a dull moment. She always knows how to keep things exciting and fun and will have you laughing in a heartbeat - either at her or with her, though it's all in good fun. We see her here with carrots as fingers and a green box of elbow macaroni pressed up to her face. The whole scene looks pretty strange but is it really? Do you know what is happening here?
What's happening in this scene, friend?
White cowboy hats. Not something that you see everyday in New York City and certainly not on the set of "Friends." So what was going on in this scene? We see someone in a white cowboy hat and matching shirt linked arm in arm with a blonde girl who is not a regular cast member. Who is she? We think the better question here is, who is he? Can you figure it out? Do you already know? Let us know!
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Well, this is certainly an unusual scene. Let's take stock of the situation, shall we? We've got Ross, Rachel, Phoebe and Monica standing around as Joey and Chandler are about to embrace in a friendly hug and there's also a large wooden box in front of the two men. All in all, we think it's safe to say that this has all of the right ingredients for a pretty weird scene. Do you know exactly what is going on here?
What's happening in this scene, friend?
If there ever were three girl friends who knew how to throw a party, it was Rachel, Monica and Phoebe. And from what we can tell in this photo, there does seem to be the makings of a party going on. Drinks on the table, the friends in close proximity to each other as if they're getting ready to tell a scandalous story of some kind. Maybe it's not a party in the typical sense but it still counts as a party!
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Cosimo Fusco who played the part of "Paolo" was one of the most memorable short-lived characters on the show but strangely enough, the character didn't speak hardly a word of English on this English-speaking show! Part of what made the character so memorable was the reaction that certain other friends had towards him. Some of the reactions were good and some were... not so good. Rooted in jealousy to be more specific. What do you think is happening in this scene?
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Anytime you see one person and just one person dressed up for a wedding, whether it's a wedding dress, bridesmaid's dress or tuxedo and everyone else around them is not dressed up similarly and in fact, is dressed very casually, you know that there's something going on. Of course, we can't tell you exactly what is going on in this scene but if you can correctly guess below, go ahead and guess why Rachel is in a wedding dress - all dressed up with nowhere to go!
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Well, friend, you've got some major clues here. Obviously, you're looking at a scene where either Ross or Rachel at one point said, "I'm gonna order a pizza." But who said it? And why did he or she say it? Those are the big questions here. Of course, this just wasn't a filler scene but a memorable scene so we are testing your memory to see if this particular scene was memorable enough to you. So if it was, let us know!
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Three ladies lined up clutching matching bouquets to them as they look dreamily in the same direction. What do all of these clues lead us to believe? Wedding! Bridesmaids! Of course. That's the natural conclusion here. What do you think is happening here? If the three ladies are here for a wedding, whose wedding is it? It looks mighty cold since all three women are bundled up in heavy coats and jackets, hiding their beautiful bridesmaids dresses in favor of keeping warm.
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Phoebe is the true artist of the bunch. She loves to sing and is a songwriter as well. Not only that but she is a musician. She graces the coffee shop, Central Perk and her friends' ears with her musical creations and they often love her for it... but sometimes Pheebs can use her talent for revenge although that occasion is rare enough. Do you know what these lyrics mean and what Phoebe is up to with her most treasured possession - her guitar?
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Rachel is on Joey's back and Monica and Phoebe are desperately attempting to pry Rachel off of him as he looks determined to head in the opposite direction, with or without Rachel Karen Green on his back. What in the world could be happening in this bizarre scene? Are Monica and Phoebe trying to help Rachel? Or are they trying to help Joey out? It's kind of hard to tell who is on who's side. And maybe the better question is, where are Ross and Chandler?
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Rachel and Monica are the best of best buds. They are even better friends with each other than they are with Phoebe, no offense to the wonderful Phoebe meant. It's just that it's easy to tell that out of the three, Rachel and Monica are the closest. Almost like sisters. And as with any true siblings, when they fight, it can be an all-out knock down drag out fight. Same thing when they play together and have fun, it's an over the top fun fest.
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Rachel and Ross were such an ideal powerhouse TV couple that people are still talking about them! Haven't you ever heard someone say, "Oh, they are always breaking up and getting back together again. They're like Rachel and Ross" or "They are so perfect together, just like Ross and Rachel." We rooted for them to get together, hoped they wouldn't actually break up (because they were on a break, right?) and got so excited when we found out that Ross was Emma's father.
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Whoa! Poor Ross and his charred skin. That looks downright painful! Have you ever had a bad tanning experience, whether it was a natural tan by laying out in the sun or an artificial tan by heading to your local tanning salon? If you have, you'll know that it's painful on two levels. One is that your bound to get some funny looks and maybe even snickering. And two, it hurts! We recommend a pound of aloe vera for Ross, stat!
What's happening in this scene, friend?
What a weird scene! Ross, Chandler and Joey look like they are poking their heads out of the tops of bathroom stalls in a public bathroom. And it also looks like someone just walked in and judging from the back of the mystery guest's head, we have to assume that this is the men's public restroom in which this strange scene is taking place. It gets even weirder when you see that Ross and Joey look to be fully dressed but Chandler looks to be shirtless - or nude!
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Ouch! What happened here? Poor Rachel looks like a hot mess. Hopefully, it's nothing that Monica can't cure with some nice English tea and homemade almond cookies. Maybe even a hot bath with lavender bath soaps and towels for... fancy guests. If she did that then Rachel would know how much her good friend and roommate really cares about her and that should be enough to cheer anyone up, right? Feel better, Rachel! And hang in there! Your friends will be there for you.
What's happening in this scene, friend?
We can reasonably guess that is Chandler in that scene out of the three main male characters on the show and judging by the top, arms and hands, we can also reasonably guess that is one of the three female characters on the show. But which one? Who would violate a turkey in this way in order to impress/irritate/creep out Chandler? What would their motive be? What would drive a person to do this? And speaking of that person, who is it?
What's happening in this scene, friend?
What could be happening here? From the background, it's easy to see that Ross is standing in the hallway between Rachel and Monica and Drew and Joey's apartments. But WHAT is he doing? It looks like he is holding up two fingers to his forehead. But why? And who is he looking at? He looks like he is very determined and interesting in proving a point. Could he be trying to convince Rachel or something or another friend? Or maybe all of them?
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Anytime you see two people in a "Friends" scene and one is a friend and the other is not, it's time to pay attention. This means that it's serious business because a friend is branching out with their social circle and hanging out with other people. This could mean big changes for the friends because likely, it means that they could be adding another person to their friend group. Is that the case with this woman? Or is she just someone Chandler randomly met?
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Joey Tribbiani is a pretty funny guy on any old regular day. His take on life is just hilarious. But now look at him... take a close look. It's hard to tell at first but eventually you will see that Joey is wearing a satin-ish Porsche jacket with different colored sleeves and a red Porsche hat. But as we all know, the friends don't have cars except for Phoebe's grandmother's yellow taxi cab. So why would Joey be dressed in Porsche gear?
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Hold the phone... is that the one and only legendary Charlie Sheen sitting in Monica and Rachel's apartment at their breakfast table with Phoebe? It is! Wow, Phoebe is one lucky lady. Back in the day, Charlie Sheen was at the top of his game and wasn't, shall we say, making headlines the way he has in recent years. "Friends" must have felt very lucky to have him guest star on their show. If you're a Charlie Sheen fan, this should be a memorable episode. What's going on here?
What's happening in this scene, friend?
There's a reason leather isn't a great product to make clothing from. It's usually highly uncomfortably and with good reason. Real animal skin is hard to maintain and often has issues (with the material itself and with being worn). Perhaps Ross should have purchased synthetic leather pants for his date so he wouldn't be having any issues. Then again, leather or synthetic leather pants are a look that only some can pull off. What's Ross going through here?
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Joey is such a lovable character. Out of all of the characters, we feel confident that most people would pick Joey as the being the sweetest, most cuddly and lovable character so it's no surprise that he comes into his apartment (with the Magna Doodle on the back of the door) holding an adorable penguin dressed in a yellow vest and sunglasses. Cute, cuddly and lovable toy penguin and just as cute, cuddly and lovable guy holding the penguin, right?
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Rachel is the pretty, snobby and sometimes, air-headed one of the group so it makes sense that she would be fitted by writers into the stereotype of the "ditzy cheerleader" back when the character was in high school. By the way, bonus points just for you if you know what the "L" stands for on Rachel's cheerleader sweater. We know that Rachel dressed in a cheerleader uniform complete with pom poms. But why? If you know, guess correctly below! Go! Win! Go all the way!
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Monica and Rachel look absolutely horrified in this photo and possibly even in a great amount of pain. Someone (not Ross) has his hands up in the air with great cheer and Ross is standing in the center looking rather uncomfortable. So what is going on? It looks like there is a white board in the background with yellow and pink Post-it notes on it. One side is happy, one side is sad and one side is just plain bewildered. Do you know what's going on here?
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Pretty sketchy scene here, right? There's Ross in the red sweater and tan khaki pants along with Joey in the back in the blue shirt and Chandler in the dull green long-sleeved shirt. Now their faces are familiar but their positioning is a bit odd so we felt the need to point out the characters to you. What exactly is happening here? We've given you four answers to choose from but only one is correct so give us your best guess.
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Ross is one of those guys who mostly acts serious but when he is in a silly mood - watch out! He comes out in full force with both silly barrels loaded and ready to go. You can tell that something pretty silly is going on here just by the look on his face. And we know that he is drinking here judging by the fancy glass in his hand. So is it the alcohol talking here? Or just plain ol' silly Ross?
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Yowza! That's Danny de Vito there with Lisa Kudrow a.k.a. the one and only Phoebe Buffay. But what is happening here? Danny's shirt is open and it looks like he is exposing himself to her. What for? Come to think of it, what is with all of the pretty flowers on the table and all of the tables crammed into Monica and Rachel's living room? Do you know the purpose of this guest star's presence on this very popular show? Let us know!
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Of course, we know that what REALLY happened in this scene was that a camera man or woman was sitting on the floor with a camera aimed up towards the ceiling and the friends came around and looked down upon the lens. But what was this scene supposed to impress upon you? By the design of the scene, we can tell that the friends are probably looking at someone smaller than them and Rachel's making a kissy face so it's probably someone pretty cute.
What's happening in this scene, friend?
So, what do we see going on here? Chandler and Joey are on the floor of "The Boys'" apartment while Monica stands in the kitchen looking over the obviously broken foosball table that is in pieces and Chandler and Joey are sitting on the floor holding a baby chick and a baby duck. So what is going on here? If you're even a tiny bit of a "Friends" fan, then you know that Chandler and Joey love their chick and duck... they also love their treasured foosball table!
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Yikes! We have to say that this seems to go well above and beyond the "five second rule" here. It looks like Chandler and Rachel are laying in the hallway between their apartments with some kind of food in between them. We are guessing that it's food because it looks like Rachel and Chandler both have forks in their hands and are about to eat something. But hey - we can't give too much away here. It's your job to guess!
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Wow! There's no need for lighting when you have a friend with a smile like that around. Ross' big smile can literally light up a room. It looks like someone is holding up a shirt to him... but do you know why, exactly? Ross looks pretty happy here so it doesn't seem like his insanely bright smile is bothering him in the least. Or maybe he is just really happy about getting a new shirt? Who knows? Do you? Choose below!
What's happening in this scene, friend?
So much has happened at Monica's apartment over the years. Or should we say all the Friends' apartment? After all, every one of them lived there at some point or another. That's what makes the apartment even more special. But as special as the apartment is, even more special is the view scene outside this very window. Do you remember what or who) the friends are looking at here?
What's happening in this scene, friend?
You can tell this is a class of some sort because of the way people are dressed. Everyone (except for maybe Monica and her gal pal) is dressed in comfortable clothing that will allow them to move easily and freely. So is this a dance class, an acting class, an improv class or maybe they are rehearsing a play of some kind? All we know is that it appears that Monica is a little unsure and her friend is attempting to talk her into something. Do you agree?
What's happening in this scene, friend?
What could be running through Joey's head? He is sitting in the living room of his apartment with a contemplative look on his face as if he were deep in thought. Chandler is sitting in the caboose of the canoe and looking at Joey with a questionable look on his face. He looks like he has previously been so mad at Joey that at this point, he's just given up and accepted the situation - whatever that situation is. Do you know?
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Monica, Joey, Chandler and Phoebe are arranged like stair steps with Phoebe being the bottom step, Chandler the next step, Joey the step on top of that and Monica being the top step. They are clearly in Monica's bedroom judging by the decor and they are all seem to be listening closely to what is happening outside of Monica's bedroom door. Monica also seems to be possibly looking out the window over the door. What's going on here? Do you know?
What's happening in this scene, friend?
The theme song says that these friends "will be there for you" but does that also mean that these birds of a feather, flock together? Check out that feathered hairstyle! What is going on with the "Chan Chan Man" in this photo? Check out the look on his face. He looks a bit upset or maybe he's just confused about his hairstyle. It also looks like he might be in some kind of a party scenario. Do you know why his hair is so feathery fine?
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Check out that pose! Those are some serious skills, whatever it was Ross and Monica were doing. These two seem to have a rather unusual brother and sister relationship when you think about it. Sometimes they love each other (as seen in this scene) and sometimes they are so competitive and ready to take each other down, it seems like they might hate each other. But here, in this scene, everything is great between them and they are working together towards a common goal.
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Chandler Muriel Bing must have had one heck of a childhood, judging by some of the offhanded comments he has made from time to time. If you want further proof, just check out that middle name. He has said that his dad's name or alias is Helena Handbasket though his father's given name is Charles Bing. The actress portraying this character is played by Kathleen Turner and his mother, Nora Bing is portrayed by Morgan Fairchild. Could we BE any more clear about what's happening in this scene?
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Well, right off the top, we know that that this scene has something to do with babies. Two babies around the same age. Chandler is holding one and Monica is holding the other. All of the other friends are looking on with affection and adoration in their eyes. Do you know whose babies these are? We can tell just by Rachel's hairstyle that this is probably from a later season. If you know whose babies these are and what's going on in this scene, let us know!
What's happening in this scene, friend?
Let's dissect this scene, shall we? Joey and Phoebe are looking at something on the kitchen countertop while Ross gives Rachel a supportive, one-arm side hug and Chandler and Monica stand off, watching everyone else. There is also a baby carriage behind everyone that looks like it could fit at least one baby, maybe more? We're not too sure. This apartment has seen a lot of tenants (all of the friends, of course) and there were many treasured memories built within this space.