Air date: 4/4/96

Impressionable Phoebe becomes depressed when it dawns on her that some movies don't end happily. Richard bonds with Chandler and Joey at a basketball game.

The One with the Bullies

Air date: 4/11/96

Chandler and Ross are intimated by two bullies who take over the friends' Central Perk sofa. Phoebe meets her long-lost family.

The One with Two Parties

Air date: 5/2/96

Rachel gets a real surprise when her parents show up at her birthday party.

The One with the Chicken Pox

Air date: 5/9/96

When Phoebe catches chicken pox, her chances for romance with an ex-lover are nearly ruined. Monica feels she may be too neurotic for straight-arrow Richard.

The One with Barry & Mindy's Wedding

Air date: 5/16/96

Rachel is bridesmaid at her ex-fiance's wedding. Monica and Richard's relationship is jeopardized when the subject of children arises.