Friends: Season 5
- 1998
- 23 episodes
Season 5 of Friends premiered on September 24, 1998 and has 23 episodes, from "The One After Ross Says Rachel" to "The One in Vegas". The last episode aired on May 20, 1999.
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 After Ross Says RachelAired September 24, 1998
In the aftermath of his Freudian slip, Ross tries to rescue his marriage with Emily. Meanwhile, Chandler and Monica try and find a moment alone in order to continue their affair while overseas.
Guest stars
- Elliott Gould Jack Geller
- Jennifer Saunders Andrea Waltham
- Tom Conti Steven Waltham
- Peter Eyre Registrar
- Helen Baxendale Emily Waltham
- Christina Pickles Judy Geller
Episode 2The One with All the KissingAired October 1, 1998
Ross continues to try and mend his marriage to Emily. When Chandler accidentally kisses Monica in front of everyone before leaving for work, he tries to recover by kissing Rachel and Phoebe as well. Meanwhile, Phoebe starts getting irritated by everyone's London stories.
Guest stars
- Zen Gesner Dave
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 3The One HundredthAired October 8, 1998
Phoebe is rushed to the hospital for the birth of her brother's triplets. While there, Joey winds up with severe sympathy pains that turn out to be kidney stones. Meanwhile, Rachel tries to set Monica up on a date with a male nurse.
Guest stars
- Giovanni Ribisi Frank Jr.
- Sam Anderson Dr. Harad
- Patrick Fabian Dan
- Iqbal Theba Joey's Doctor
- T.J. Thyne Dr. Oberman
- Debra Jo Rupp Alice Knight
- Brenda Isaacs Booth Nurse
- Heidi Beck Delivery Room Nurse
Episode 4The One Where Phoebe Hates PBSAired October 15, 1998
Joey lands a job with a PBS telethon, which ignites an old hatred Phoebe has towards the network. Meanwhile, Monica tries to convince Rachel that she's dating someone from work to hide her relationship with Chandler. And Ross finally gets in touch with Emily and they try to work it out.
Guest stars
- Gary Collins Gary Collins
- Helen Baxendale Emily Waltham
- Sandra Thigpen Stage Manager
- John R. McLaughlin PBS Volunteer
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 5The One with the KipsAired October 29, 1998
Monica and Chandler plan an Atlantic City getaway in order to have an intimate weekend away from their friends. Meanwhile, Ross prepares himself to tell Rachel that he can't see her anymore.
Guest stars
- Christopher Liam Moore Hotel Clerk
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 6The One with the YetiAired November 5, 1998
Emily decides that the only way to continue her marriage with Ross is to have him get rid of all traces of Rachel in his apartment. Meanwhile, Rachel and Monica mistake a hairy neighbor for a yeti.
Guest stars
- Helen Baxendale Emily Waltham
- George Newbern Danny
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 7The One Where Ross Moves InAired November 12, 1998
Chandler and Joey let Ross move in with them once his marriage to Emily falls apart. Meanwhile, Phoebe gets involved with the local health inspector and Rachel becomes convinced that Danny is trying to seduce her with mind games.
Guest stars
- Gregory Sporleder Larry
- Doug Benson Tom
- George Newbern Danny
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 8The One with All the ThanksgivingsAired November 19, 1998
Although the Thanksgiving meal is great, Chandler is still moody over his parent's divorce during the holiday when he was a boy and Ross is depressed about his second divorce. The group reminisces about their worst Thanksgivings in order to cheer them up, and Monica's worst memory is revealed.
Guest stars
- Morgan Fairchild Nora Bing
- Michael Winters Doctor
- Elliott Gould Jack Geller
- Christina Pickles Judy Geller
- Alec Mapa Housekeeper
- Douglas Looper Paramedic
- Joshua Duvall Preston Young Chandler
Episode 9The One with Ross's SandwichAired December 10, 1998
Joey starts to get uncomfortable with protecting Monica and Chandler's secret, especially when it places him in embarrassing situations with the rest of the group. Meanwhile, Ross becomes enraged at work when someone swipes his turkey sandwich. Phoebe and Rachel enroll in a literature class.
Guest stars
- Michael Ensign Dr. Ledbetter
- Scott Mosenson Teacher
- Jennette Robbins Cynthia
- Alexia Roberts Female Student
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 10The One with the Inappropriate SisterAired December 17, 1998
Joey teaches Ross how to be unemployed. Phoebe is working for the Salvation Army during the holidays. Monica is tired of Rachel's obsessing about Danny and asks him to go out with her. Ross convinces Joey to write a play about himself. Phoebe is distressed after finding out that New Yorkers are mean. Rachel meets Danny's sister and is dismayed when the two seem a little too playful. Phoebe vows a return to "Street Phoebe."
Guest stars
- June Gable Estelle Leonard
- Julie Lauren Krista
- Lee Arenberg Man
- George Newbern Danny
- Robyn Pedretti Ginger
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
- Tom Bailey Bob
Episode 11The One with All the ResolutionsAired January 7, 1999
With the New Year, the friends make New Year's resolutions. Ross resolves to try a new thing every day. Chandler resolves to not make fun of his friends for a week. Joey resolves to learn how to play the guitar, with Phoebe as his teacher. Rachel resolves to give up gossiping. Chandler nearly goes insane holding it all in. Ross is stuck in a sticky situation at his date's apartment, in constricting and hot leather pants. Rachel discovers a big secret (Monica and Chandler) that threatens to spoil her resolution.
Guest stars
- Sarah Peterson Elizabeth Hornswoggle
- Jack Allen Ben
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
- Charlie Allen Ben
Episode 12The One with Chandler's Work LaughAired January 21, 1999
Monica begins to hang out with Chandler during his work functions, since they don't have to keep their relationship a secret among his coworkers. However, she learns that Chandler has a second, more annoying personality when he's around his boss. Meanwhile, Ross learns that Emily is getting remarried and in his grief hooks up with an old nemesis of the gang: Janice.
Guest stars
- Maggie Wheeler Janice
- Lise Simms Kara
- Sam McMurray Doug
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 13The One with Joey's BagAired February 4, 1999
Phoebe's grandmother dies, and Phoebe is shocked when her father turns up at the funeral. Meanwhile, Rachel gives Joey a "man's bag" for an audition, and Chandler is scared to tell Monica he doesn't like her massages.
Guest stars
- Bob Balaban Frank Sr.
- Daniel Hagen Casting Director
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 14The One Where Everybody Finds OutAired February 11, 1999
When the friends discover that Ugly Naked Guy is moving out of his apartment, Ross leaps at the opportunity to get his own place again. Phoebe finds out about Monica and Chandler's relationship, and tries to get them to reveal the truth by seducing Chandler.
Guest stars
- Michael Ensign Dr. Ledbetter
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 15The One with the Girl Who Hits JoeyAired February 18, 1999
Joey starts dating Katie, a little girl who packs a mean punch. When Ross refuses to contribute to the retirement fund of the building's maintenance man, he winds up offending everyone in the building. Meanwhile, Chandler freaks out about his relationship with Monica.
Guest stars
- Willie Garson Steve
- Soleil Moon Frye Katie
- David Dalton Guest #1
- Linde Gibb Guest #2
- Stephon Fuller Guest #3
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 16The One with the CopAired February 25, 1999
Joey has a dream about Monica and becomes convinced he is in love with her. Meanwhile, Phoebe finds a police badge in Central Perk and uses it to go on missions of mercy. And Ross buys a new sofa but has trouble moving it up the stairs into his new apartment.
Guest stars
- Michael Rapaport Gary
- NiCole Robinson Smoking Woman
- Aloma Wright Saleswoman
- Mark Fite Salesman
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 17The One with Rachel's Inadvertent KissAired March 18, 1999
Monica becomes jealous of Phoebe and Gary. Rachel has an awkward encounter when she interviews for a new job. Joey tries to meet a girl living in Ross's building, but has trouble with finding her apartment.
Guest stars
- Michael Rapaport Gary
- Samantha Smith Window Woman
- Steve Ireland Mr. Zelner
- Marc Goldsmith Man
- Devyn LaBella Little Girl
- Ralph Manza Old Man
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 18The One Where Rachel SmokesAired April 8, 1999
Rachel decides to start smoking in order to avoid missing important meetings with her boss. Meanwhile, Ben gets offered an audition for a soup commercial, and Joey auditions to be Ben's father during the ad. Also, Monica and Phoebe plan a surprise birthday party for Rachel together, but Monica takes over.
Guest stars
- Joanna Gleason Kim Clozzi
- Megan Ward Nancy
- Jane Sibbett Carol Willick
- Judy Kain Casting Director
- Jim Wise Kyle
- Matt Weinberg Raymond
- Jack Allen Ben
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 19The One Where Ross Can't FlirtAired April 22, 1999
As Joey's Italian-speaking grandmother visits to watch him on TV, Ross has trouble flirting with the pizza delivery girl, and Rachel tries to find an earring of Monica's that she has misplaced.
Guest stars
- Lilyan Chauvin Grandma Tribbiani
- Kristin Dattilo Caitlin
Episode 20The One with the Ride AlongAired April 29, 1999
While the guys go on a ride-along with Gary, Rachel accidentally deletes a message from Emily on Ross's answering machine.
Guest stars
- Michael Rapaport Gary
- Helen Baxendale Emily Waltham
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
Episode 21The One with the BallAired May 6, 1999
Phoebe learns that Gary is going to ask her to move in with him and thinking this is way to fast, she tries to get Chandler to talk him out of this decision. Rachel buys an expensive sphynx cat but is disappointed when it doesn't behave as she hoped it would. Meanwhile, Ross and Joey start throwing a ball while they are bored but it changes from a time-filler to a super-competitive obsession when Monica joins in.
Guest stars
- Michael Rapaport Gary
- Antoinette Spolar Woman #1
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
- Victoria Garcia-Kelleher Woman #2
Episode 22The One with Joey's Big BreakAired May 13, 1999
Joey seems to have finally hit big when he gets offered a lead part in a movie shooting outside of Las Vegas. However, when Chandler begins expressing doubts about the film's legitimacy, it causes a rift in their friendship. Also, Rachel gets an eye infection but is reluctant to seek treatment because of her eye phobia. And Phoebe is mad at Ross, but doesn't know why.
Guest stars
- John Kassir Stanley
- James Michael Tyler Gunther
- Michael Monks Dr. Miller
- John C. McDonnell Grip
Episode 23The One in VegasAired May 20, 1999
Chandler decides the only way to mend his friendship with Joey is to fly out to Vegas and visit him. Phoebe is determined not to be left out on another adventure, so everyone winds up going. Trouble is in the water, however, when Chandler finds out that Monica had lunch with Richard. Meanwhile, Ross and Rachel try to embarrass each other after an awkward encounter. Chandler and Monica reconcile and hastily decide to get married. Ross and Rachel get drunk and roam the casino. Phoebe deals with a 'lurker' on the slot machines.
Guest stars
- Thomas Lennon Randall
- Todd Glass Airplane Guy
- Jeanette Miller Elderly Woman
- Rick Pasqualone Croupier
- Baillie Gerstein Tourist
- Lisa Cash Flight Attendant
- Rojai Holloway Security Guard
- Frank Novak Gambler
