Friends season 5 episode 23 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Joey forgets his ATM PIN and calls Phoebe for help. Chandler, hesitant to visit Joey after a disagreement over a movie, tries to apologize over the phone. Monica runs into her ex, Richard, causing tension with Chandler. The couple, along with Phoebe, plan a surprise Vegas trip for their anniversary. Ross misinterprets Rachel's casual behavior as a romantic invitation, leading to an awkward encounter. In Vegas, they discover Joey working as a gladiator after his movie shuts down. Monica and Chandler argue over her meeting with Richard. Joey excitedly finds his "identical hand twin," envisioning it as a new opportunity.

Full Episode S05E23 Recap

### Phone Call with Joey - Joey calls Phoebe, asking her to retrieve his ATM PIN from a machine where he scratched it. - Phoebe confirms the PIN and offers to put Chandler on the phone. ### Chandler's Reluctance and Apology - Joey, talking to Chandler on the phone, expresses disappointment that Chandler didn't believe in his movie. - Chandler tries to apologize and insists on visiting Joey, but Joey repeatedly tells him not to come. ### Monica and Phoebe's Encounter - Monica arrives late to meet Phoebe, apologizing and revealing she ran into her ex-boyfriend, Richard. - They discuss the encounter, with Monica insisting she felt nothing for Richard. ### Chandler and Monica's Anniversary Plan - Monica and Chandler celebrate their anniversary, with Chandler surprising Monica with tickets to Vegas. - Monica hesitates due to Joey's preference for no visitors, but Chandler convinces her. ### Group Plans for Vegas - Phoebe learns about the Vegas trip and insists on joining, despite it being Chandler and Monica's anniversary trip. - Rachel and Ross discuss their plans, with Rachel having to delay her trip due to a presentation. ### Ross and Rachel's Misunderstanding - Ross, misinterpreting Rachel's actions, mistakenly believes she's inviting him over for a romantic encounter. - Rachel clarifies the misunderstanding, leaving Ross embarrassed. ### Joey's Job in Vegas - The group finds Joey in Vegas, dressed as a gladiator, and learns his movie was shut down. - Joey reveals he's working in Vegas until the movie potentially restarts. ### Monica and Chandler's Argument - Monica and Chandler argue over her meeting with Richard, leading to tension on their anniversary. ### Ross's Embarrassment - Ross tries to prove he's not easily embarrassed, leading to a comical situation on the plane. ### Joey's Identical Hand Twin - Joey becomes excited upon discovering his "identical hand twin" and envisions it as a potential money-making opportunity. ### Chandler Searching for Monica - Chandler looks for Monica to reconcile after their argument, encouraged by Phoebe's reassurance of Monica's feelings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Joey call Phoebe to ask for?

Joey called to ask Phoebe for his ATM PIN, which he forgot.

Where did Joey store his ATM PIN?

Joey scratched his ATM PIN on the ATM machine.

Why is Chandler hesitant to visit Joey?

Chandler is hesitant because Joey told him not to come after a disagreement over a movie.

With whom did Monica unexpectedly have lunch?

Monica unexpectedly had lunch with her ex-boyfriend Richard.

What is Chandler's surprise for Monica for their anniversary?

Chandler surprises Monica with two tickets to Vegas.

Why does Phoebe want to join the Vegas trip?

Phoebe wants to join the trip to avoid feeling left out, like during their London trip.

What misunderstanding occurs between Ross and Rachel?

Ross mistakenly thinks Rachel is inviting him for a romantic encounter when she's actually just being casual at home.

Why is Joey in Las Vegas dressed as a gladiator?

Joey is working in Vegas as a gladiator because his movie was shut down.

What causes the argument between Monica and Chandler in Vegas?

The argument is caused by Monica having lunch with Richard and not telling Chandler.

What is Joey's "identical hand twin" idea?

Joey's idea is to make money by showcasing his hands, which are identical to a dealer's hands.

How does Ross try to prove he doesn't embarrass easily?

Ross tries to prove this by pretending a woman is propositioning him in an airplane.

Where does Chandler go to find Monica after their argument?

Chandler goes to their hotel room to find Monica and reconcile.

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