Friends: Season 3
- 1996
- 25 episodes
Season 3 of Friends premiered on September 16, 1996 and has 25 episodes, from "The One with the Princess Leia Fantasy" to "The One at the Beach". The last episode aired on May 15, 1997.
Where to watch Friends
In the United States, you can stream Friends on HBO Max, YouTube TV and TBS. You can also buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. It is on streaming services in 130 countries.
Episodes
Episode 1The One with the Princess Leia FantasyAired September 16, 1996
Ross reveals a fantasy to Rachel involving a certain "Star Wars" character. Monica suffers from insomnia after her breakup with Richard. And Chandler, back together with Janice, wants Joey to bond with her.
Guest stars
- Elliott Gould Jack Geller
- Maggie Wheeler Janice
- Christina Pickles Judy Geller
Episode 2The One Where No One's ReadyAired September 26, 1996
In a race against the clock, a stressed Ross tries to get the gang dressed and ready for a black-tie benefit at the museum while Joey and Chandler clash over personal belongings and personal space.
Guest stars
- Peter Dennis Sherman Whitfield
Episode 3The One with the JamAired October 3, 1996
Phoebe dates a man who thinks he's stalking her twin sister. Ross and Rachel give Chandler "boyfriend" lessons. Monica decides the best way to get over Richard is to keep herself busy, so she uses her free time to make jam and considers insemination via a sperm bank.
Guest stars
- David Arquette Malcolm
- Maggie Wheeler Janice
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 4The One with the Metaphorical TunnelAired October 10, 1996
Phoebe poses as Joey's agent and has some success in getting him auditions. Ross panics when he sees his son with a Barbie doll. Chandler is advancing in his relationship with Janice and, realizing that he has a fear of commitment, goes to the girls for advice.
Guest stars
- Edo Azran Young Ross
- Sierra Dawn Hill Young Monica
- Maggie Wheeler Janice
- Jessica Hecht Susan Bunch
- Jane Sibbett Carol Willick
- Jack Allen Ben
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
- Charlie Allen Ben
Episode 5The One with Frank, Jr.Aired October 17, 1996
Phoebe's half-brother visits, but they have trouble bonding. Joey attempts to build an entertainment center. Ross is challenged to name the five celebrities he'd like to sleep with most.
Guest stars
- Isabella Rossellini Isabella Rossellini
- Giovanni Ribisi Frank Jr.
- Cynthia Mann Jasmine
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 6The One with the FlashbackAired October 31, 1996
When Janice asks the gang if any of them have ever slept together, the friends flash back to a time three years before.
Guest stars
- John Lehr Eric
- Larry Hankin Mr. Heckles
- Marissa Ribisi Betsy
- Michele Maika Kiki
- Christy L. Medrano Waitress
- Maggie Wheeler Janice
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 7The One with the Race Car BedAired November 7, 1996
Monica buys a new bed from Janice's soon-to-be-ex-husband, "The Mattress King", but the wrong one is delivered. Rachel's attempts to have her father and Ross bond fail, until she stops trying. Joey gets a job teaching a soap opera acting class.
Guest stars
- Khalil Kain Cal
- Ron Leibman Leonard Green
- Mark Cohen Mattress King
- Andre Rosey Brown Delivery Man
- Simon Harvey Jester
- Shashi Bhatia Acting Student #1
- Steven Harad Acting Student #2
- Maggie Wheeler Janice
Episode 8The One with the Giant Poking DeviceAired November 14, 1996
When Phoebe believes she's killed the ugly naked guy across the street from Rachel and Monica, Joey constructs a long poking device. Joey and Monica catch Janice kissing her ex-husband; Chandler confronts Janice.
Guest stars
- Maggie Wheeler Janice
- Jack Allen Ben
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
- Charlie Allen Ben
Episode 9The One with the FootballAired November 21, 1996
Emotions become the feast of the day when the gang plays a game of touch football on Thanksgiving. Joey and Chandler argue over who gets to date a model while Ross and Monica argue over winning in a case of sibling rivalry.
Guest stars
- Susanna Midnight Margha
Episode 10The One Where Rachel QuitsAired December 12, 1996
Rachel makes a rash decision after Gunther tells her she needs to be retrained. Phoebe tries to help Joey when he gets a job selling Christmas trees. And Ross accidentally breaks a girl's leg and tries to make it up to her.
Guest stars
- Mae Whitman Sarah Tuttle
- Shelley Berman Mr. Kaplan Jr.
- Kyla Pratt Charla Nichols
- Romy Rosemont Troop Leader
- Sandra Gould Old Woman (voice)
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
- Gene Crane Christmas Tree Customer
Episode 11The One Where Chandler Can't Remember Which SisterAired January 9, 1997
Ross is suspicious about Rachel's possible job offer from a good-looking stranger. And a drunken Chandler fools around with one of Joey's sisters, but he can't remember which one.
Guest stars
- Mimi Lieber Mary Therese
- Shelley Berman Mr. Kaplan Jr.
- Alex Meneses Cookie
- Penny Santon Nonna
- Holly Gagnier Mary Angela
- K.J. Steinberg Gina
- Lisa Melilli Dina
- Steven Eckholdt Mark Robinson
Episode 12The One with All the JealousyAired January 16, 1997
Ross becomes increasingly jealous of Rachel's new colleague, Mark, and spies on her. Monica hooks up with a co-worker, who writes her a poem with a hidden meaning. One of Joey's numerous lies on his resume is exposed when he takes part in a Broadway musical.
Guest stars
- Obba Babatundé Director
- Wendy Schaal Jeannine
- Carlos Gómez Julio
- Hillary Matthews Nancy
- Steven Eckholdt Mark Robinson
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 13The One Where Monica and Richard Are Just FriendsAired January 30, 1997
Monica's willpower is tested when she runs into Richard at the video store. Rachel agrees to read The Shining if Joey reads Little Women. Phoebe's athletic date has a problem with short shorts.
Guest stars
- Tom Selleck Richard Burke
- Markus Flanagan Robert
- Gina Hecht Richard's Date
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
- Steven Harad Clerk
Episode 14The One with Phoebe's Ex-PartnerAired February 6, 1997
Phoebe is reunited with her former singing partner who thinks "Smelly Cat" has hit potential; Chandler dates a woman with a prosthetic leg who also has some history with Joey. Meanwhile, Ross goes to a fashion seminar with Rachel, so she won't go with Mark, but falls asleep in the middle of it.
Guest stars
- Sherilyn Fenn Ginger
- E. G. Daily Leslie
- Steven Eckholdt Mark Robinson
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 15The One Where Ross and Rachel Take a BreakAired February 13, 1997
Wanting more time to focus on her new job, Rachel suggests that she and Ross take a break from their relationship. Ross later seeks solace at a party. Phoebe dates a diplomat who needs an interpreter to communicate with her. Chandler and Joey ponder a ménage a trois with a woman who seems hot for both of them.
Guest stars
- Angela Featherstone Chloe
- Jim Pirri Sergei
- Laura Dean Sophie
- Maury Ginsberg Isaac
- Stephen Kearney Mischa
- Steven Eckholdt Mark Robinson
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 16The One with the Morning AfterAired February 20, 1997
Ross tries to prevent Rachel from learning his disturbing secret. She finds out anyway and they go back to her apartment to have a fight. The other four friends are trapped in Monica's bedroom, forced to listen in.
Guest stars
- Angela Featherstone Chloe
- Maury Ginsberg Isaac
- Cynthia Mann Jasmine
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 17The One Without the Ski TripAired March 6, 1997
Ross and Rachel compete to spend time with their other friends. When a lonely Ross is excluded from Rachel's ski trip with her pals, he visits Carol. On the way to the cabin, they run out of gas. Meanwhile, Chandler starts smoking again.
Guest stars
- Jane Sibbett Carol Willick
Episode 18The One with the Hypnosis TapeAired March 13, 1997
Monica receives a tip from an admirer worth a small fortune then goes out with the guy. A hypnosis tape intended to assist Chandler to stop smoking has a rather strange side effect. Phoebe is upset when her 18-year-old half-brother, Frank Jr., makes a surprise announcement that he is getting married - to a woman more than twice his age.
Guest stars
- Jon Favreau Pete Becker
- Giovanni Ribisi Frank Jr.
- Jeff Brooks Trent
- Marta Kauffman Hypnosis Tape (voice) (uncredited)
- Debra Jo Rupp Alice Knight
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 19The One with the Tiny T-ShirtAired March 27, 1997
Rachel goes on her first date after splitting from Ross... and it's with Mark, her former colleague. Joey is cast in a play and develops a crush on his costar. Monica continues to date Pete, even though she is still not attracted to him.
Guest stars
- Dina Meyer Kate Miller
- Jon Favreau Pete Becker
- Reg Rogers Director
- Ethel Ayler Hospital Administrator
- Steven Eckholdt Mark Robinson
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 20The One with the DollhouseAired April 10, 1997
Monica inherits a beautiful dollhouse that is too elaborate to play with, so Phoebe makes her own. Joey thinks he's found his true love, and Rachel's boss dates Chandler, placing her in a dangerous situation.
Guest stars
- Dina Meyer Kate Miller
- Jennifer Milmore Lauren
- Alison La Placa Joanna
- Reg Rogers Director
- Laura Dean Sophie
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 21The One with the Chick and the DuckAired April 17, 1997
Monica considers a dream job as head chef in Pete's new restaurant, but Phoebe fears there is more to the deal. Ross makes a sacrifice to help Rachel, who may have a broken rib. Meanwhile, Joey buys Chandler an unusual pet.
Guest stars
- Jon Favreau Pete Becker
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 22The One with the ScreamerAired April 24, 1997
When Rachel finds out that Ross is bringing a date to the premiere of Joey's big play, she finds one of her own. Ross alone concludes that her date is insane. Poor Phoebe is on hold for days with a company she needs to talk to before her phone warranty expires. Meanwhile, Joey's play gets terrible reviews, but his co-star provides some comfort.
Guest stars
- Dina Meyer Kate Miller
- June Gable Estelle Leonard
- Jennifer Milmore Lauren
- Jon Favreau Pete Becker
- Reg Rogers Director
- Ben Stiller Tommy
- Laura Cayouette Cailin
- Jeff Brooks Stage Manager
Episode 23The One with Ross's ThingAired May 1, 1997
Afflicted with a mysterious skin condition on his butt that doctors cannot identify the cause of, Ross seeks advice from Phoebe's herbalist. Phoebe finds herself in a dilemma when she cannot choose between two guys. Monica can't decide about Pete when she thinks he is going to propose.
Guest stars
- Kevin McDonald Guru Saj
- Robert Gant Jason
- Jon Favreau Pete Becker
- Matt Battaglia Vince
- Richard Gant Rhodes
- Carole Goldman Woman
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
- Douglas Looper Fireman
Episode 24The One with the Ultimate Fighting ChampionAired May 8, 1997
To Monica's horror, Pete wants to be the Ultimate Fighting Champion. Chandler has a problem when his new boss is slaphappy. Phoebe sets Ross up on a date with a woman who used to be bald. The group overhears a scandalous conversation at Central Perk.
Guest stars
- Christine Taylor Bonnie
- James Hong Hoshi
- Jon Favreau Pete Becker
- Steve Park Phil
- Joe O'Connor Stevens
- Robin Williams Tomas (uncredited)
- Billy Crystal Tim (uncredited)
- Bruce Buffer Announcer
Episode 25The One at the BeachAired May 15, 1997
Phoebe invites everyone to stay at her massage client's beach house for the weekend. In search of her father, Phoebe meets someone who knows details about her family. Rachel expresses her jealousy of Ross' uninhibited girlfriend and Joey nags the friends into agreeing to play strip poker with unintended results. Chandler wonders why Monica doesn't think he's serious after asking if she would ever date him.
Guest stars
- Christine Taylor Bonnie
- Teri Garr Phoebe Sr.
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
