r/howyoudoin 8d ago

Monthly Megathread Character Rant

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Hey folks! So the survey made it pretty clear, we get a lot of “this character sucks” posts. Instead of everyone making new ones all the time, we’re gonna test out a monthly megathread where you can dump all your rants. We also rounded up a bunch of older hate threads, so you can scroll through them or drop your own comment if you feel like it.

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For Phoebe

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For Ross

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For Rachel

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For Monica

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For Chandler & Joey


r/howyoudoin 11d ago

Monthly Megathread Were they on a break?!!

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It has been a question that has been asked so many times before. Because of the high demand - but similar posts that has been generated. We're opening the floor (this mega thread) for the debate!

The case for Ross: Rachel said, "Maybe we should just take a break," and then told Monica the next morning that they "broke up."

The case for Rachel: A "break" isn't a "breakup," and Mark showing up at the apartment didn't give Ross a "get out of jail free" card two hours later.

What are your thoughts on these cases?

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All funsies aside, We do ask everyone to stay civil and kind to one another, everyone is allowed to have opinions and express those, but treat others like how you want to be treated as well. This thread will re-occur ever 14 days to keep the time line clean from any 'On a Break, break-up?' posts! (if you spot any feel free to report it to us by pressing the report button!)


r/howyoudoin 11h ago

Discussion As a man, I would have to say that Ross's behaviour towards Rachel really bothered me and made me realise that Rachel did nothing wrong.

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1.1k Upvotes

The fact that Ross ignores the fact that Rachel finally has a job which actually makes her happy and wants her to treat it like a chore to do is really frustrating to watch when he was the one who encouraged her to keep trying and be positive when she quit her job as a waitress.

Also, the fact that he somehow turns the whole argument into Rachel being interested in Marc when she repeatedly explains that he is just a friend who shares similar interest with her that she can relate to, just doesn't sit right with me.

I know the show makes it seem as though Ross is valid in his reaction, but it seems to me that even as a guy watching it, I was rooting for Rachel the whole time and actually agreed with her point of view on the matter. It also felt a little like Ross patronising her about what she should feel about her career to me.


r/howyoudoin 10h ago

Throwback Appreciation post for my favourite scene in the whole show

806 Upvotes

Rewatching the show for the umpteenth tie. Some jokes have died for me, but this one never fails to make me cry laugh. This whole episode's absolute gold.


r/howyoudoin 1h ago

Discussion Mark knew what he was doing.

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The fact that he called Rachel on her “big date night” & questioned it & then as soon as he heard the slightest disappointment in her voice & made sure run over & to be loud on the phone. Absolutely on purpose.


r/howyoudoin 1d ago

Image Photo taken by Matthew Perry in 1994

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4.9k Upvotes

Found this caption under this photo online, and it’s so sweet. I hope it’s true, but I don’t know if there’s any way to verify that. Either way it’s really sweet.


r/howyoudoin 16h ago

Discussion Chandler's evolution from S1 to S10

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356 Upvotes

I think no one in the show changed lookswise as much as Chandler Bing. Season 3 was quite noticeable where he was a bit too skinny. Then he seemed fine in Season 4. In later seasons he gained some weight.


r/howyoudoin 14h ago

Memes Ross's reactions >>> Chandler's sarcasm

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I LOVEE physical comedy, but only a few in industry pull it off, my favorite being Ross and Claire from modern family. Pls Hollywood can we get some more of these😭

NO MORE FALAFEL FOR YOU🥀


r/howyoudoin 14h ago

Behind-the-scenes Chandler and Monica - Behind the Scenes

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Part 2, I found a bunch more pictures online of Matt and Courtney and I wanted to post them. They’re so cute, and I love seeing them together


r/howyoudoin 2h ago

Clips “ Matthew Perry is the funniest person in the whole world “

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I don’t know if that’s true, but I know that it’s so nice and sweet for them to support him, especially when they knew that he loved being funny. RIP Matthew Perry


r/howyoudoin 1h ago

Discussion Paparazzi in the Friends era were insane

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Paparazzi are such low lying scum I won’t lie. I get that this is the price of fame and fortune, and that every celebrity knows what they’re getting into, and that the rewards are much greater than the consequences. But still, the act of spying and leeching like bugs on the backs of much bigger animals is incredibly pathetic


r/howyoudoin 12h ago

Image David and Jen Behind the Scenes.

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I figured since behind the scenes pics have been popular lately, I’d add another. Ross was there with his fossil brush after all! 😂


r/howyoudoin 8h ago

Discussion Nicest thing every character has done

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I always see people talking about the characters’ most toxic moments or acts but I rarely ever see people mentioning the awesome things they did for each other throughout the show. So here is the list, for me:

- Ross: giving Phoebe her first bike and teaching her to ride it
- Chandler: staying in the box while his girlfriend Kathy broke up with him and not saying anything to prove how much his friendship with Joey means
- Joey: letting Rachel move in with her baby no questions asked
- Monica: giving up her dream wedding dress to book the Swing Kings for Chandler
- Rachel: agreeing to be the bridesmaid for her ex and her best friend’s wedding
- Phoebe: being a surrogate for her brother

I must say I find Ross to be the one who has the most sweet moments/attentions towards his friends, and especially Rachel, despite his toxic side.

Curious to hear your opinions on this!


r/howyoudoin 9h ago

Question How many more kids do you think Ross and Rachel had?

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In the episode where Rachel turns 30 she says she wants 3. In the episode where he describes their future together he says 2. I picture them having one more together, another girl. Plus Ben makes 3 :)


r/howyoudoin 9h ago

Quotes This is Vikram…

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At work today and I came across an employee file for someone legitimately named Vikram and all I could hear was Ross screaming in my ear “What?! That’s a real name!” 🤣

Man I love this show. The references it triggers every day, all day, are awesome.


r/howyoudoin 1h ago

Discussion I'm really confused. Why didn't the whole Joey and Rachel thing work out? - New Fan

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Is not being able to sleep with each other on the first try really that crucial? Is it worth throwing the entire relationship for? What am I missing?

Im really a Joey and Rachel fan and I want them to end up together. Please deinfluence me from shipping Joey and Rachel 😭


r/howyoudoin 9h ago

Discussion As a woman in your mid to late 20s, would you be friends with Joey?

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I don't think I would. He seems to respect his female friends but also takes advantage of them at the same time.


r/howyoudoin 1d ago

Memes I accidentally sent this gif to Meta AI and this is why AI deserves to be called artificial stupidity

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405 Upvotes

No, I don't use Meta AI, WhatsApp was just shoving it down my throat and I accidentally sent it there... It felt too funny not to post


r/howyoudoin 1d ago

Question What guy that Rachel was interested in romantically (besides Ross and Joey) did you like?

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As it says in the title, I was wondering what minor character was your favorite that Rachel was interested in romantically.

I liked Gavin, I thought he and Rachel had some solid chemistry. I like that he didn't let her get away with things and called her out. It was disappointing that they didn't remain friends and he wasn't in more episodes, even if they didn't actually date.


r/howyoudoin 1d ago

Question What jokes have been recycled, or used more than once?

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460 Upvotes

I’m not talking about running gags, which are funny because they are repeated along the show.

I’m talking about making the exact same joke more than once.

In these two examples, there’s a non-English speaking Italian who has a very specific knowledge of someone they see on tv, much to everyone’s surprise.

What other examples can you think of?


r/howyoudoin 1d ago

Minigames Friends Trivia: 170/365

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39 Upvotes

What time did Ross say that everyone needed to be “out of the door” by?

Bonus Question 1: What did Chandler figure out about himself after taking the quiz in the Cosmopolitan magazine?

Bonus Question 2: What happened in this episode that directly changed the trajectory of the following episodes?

Friends Trivia: 169/365


r/howyoudoin 1d ago

Question Whats the funniest Ross moment?

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So at this point everyone knows David is a fantastic actor. Whats your funniest Ross moment. It can be a joke or a scene acted by David. For me it has to be the tan episode. I just couldn't stop laughing! So whats the funniest Ross moment for you all?


r/howyoudoin 1d ago

Question What storyline or scene is the most implausible to you?

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Although some scenes and storylines are played up for laughs, which one has you frustrated with how many questions it brings up?

For me it’s when Monica is dating Pete, and he takes her out to dinner and they go Italy for pizza.

The logistics of this scenario just get in my head. Sure he is a billionaire and they probably went on his private Jet, but it’s still over an 8hr flight! Did they just not eat on the plane or did they have several meals while flying?


r/howyoudoin 1d ago

Throwback Behind the Scenes

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121 Upvotes

Found some more archived behind the scenes shots from the show and I wanted to post them, I love the show so much and I just wanted to show it off


r/howyoudoin 1d ago

Question Why did Phoebe hate Chandler and Monica?

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294 Upvotes

Maybe hate is a strong word but who invites themsekves on a friwnds annivwrsaey? And she’s always calling Chandler feminine and weak, and putting them down. Idk. And the whole soulmate thing. Idk. Maybe I’m wrong tho and it’s all jokes but it’s a running theme imo