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Friends - S09E05 - The One with Phoebe's Birthday Dinner
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Friends season 9 episode 5

The One with Phoebe's Birthday Dinner

 
The friends are getting together to celebrate Phoebe's birthday, but everyone is late to dinner for various reasons.
 
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Friends / S09E05 : The One with Phoebe's Birthday Dinner
Season 9, Episode 5 | Aired on October 31, 2002 | TV-14 | 22 min. | NBC
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EPISODES
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Season 8
Season 7
Season 6
Season 5
Season 4
Season 3
Season 2
Season 1
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  • Friends - Episode 1 - The One Where No One Proposes
    Episode 1
    The One Where No One Proposes
  • Friends - Episode 2 - The One Where Emma Cries
    Episode 2
    The One Where Emma Cries
  • Friends - Episode 3 - The One with the Pediatrician
    Episode 3
    The One with the Pediatrician
  • Friends - Episode 4 - The One with the Sharks
    Episode 4
    The One with the Sharks
  • Friends - Episode 5 - The One with Phoebe's Birthday Dinner
    Episode 5
    The One with Phoebe's Birthday Dinner
  • Friends - Episode 6 - The One with the Male Nanny
    Episode 6
    The One with the Male Nanny
  • Friends - Episode 7 - The One with Ross' Inappropriate Song
    Episode 7
    The One with Ross' Inappropriate Song
  • Friends - Episode 8 - The One with Rachel's Other Sister
    Episode 8
    The One with Rachel's Other Sister
  • Friends - Episode 9 - The One with Rachel's Phone Number
    Episode 9
    The One with Rachel's Phone Number
  • Friends - Episode 10 - The One with Christmas in Tulsa
    Episode 10
    The One with Christmas in Tulsa
  • Friends - Episode 11 - The One Where Rachel Goes Back to Work
    Episode 11
    The One Where Rachel Goes Back to Work
  • Friends - Episode 12 - The One with Phoebe's Rats
    Episode 12
    The One with Phoebe's Rats
  • Friends - Episode 13 - The One Where Monica Sings
    Episode 13
    The One Where Monica Sings
  • Friends - Episode 14 - The One with the Blind Dates
    Episode 14
    The One with the Blind Dates
  • Friends - Episode 15 - The One with the Mugging
    Episode 15
    The One with the Mugging
  • Friends - Episode 16 - The One with the Boob Job
    Episode 16
    The One with the Boob Job
  • Friends - Episode 17 - The One with the Memorial Service
    Episode 17
    The One with the Memorial Service
  • Friends - Episode 18 - The One with the Lottery
    Episode 18
    The One with the Lottery
  • Friends - Episode 19 - The One with Rachel's Dream
    Episode 19
    The One with Rachel's Dream
  • Friends - Episode 20 - The One with the Soap Opera Party
    Episode 20
    The One with the Soap Opera Party
  • Friends - Episode 21 - The One with the Fertility Test
    Episode 21
    The One with the Fertility Test
  • Friends - Episode 22 - The One with the Donor
    Episode 22
    The One with the Donor
  • Friends - Episode 23 - The One in Barbados (1)
    Episode 23
    The One in Barbados (1)
  • Friends - Episode 24 - The One in Barbados (2)
    Episode 24
    The One in Barbados (2)

Friends season 9 episode 5 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Phoebe's birthday dinner is set for Halloween, but Mike can't make it due to work. Chandler, in Tulsa, struggles with a smoking relapse in a smoke-friendly office. Monica plans a romantic evening with him, unaware of his habit. Rachel and Ross face a parenting dilemma, hesitating to leave baby Emma for the dinner. At the restaurant, Phoebe and Joey wait endlessly as their friends deal with individual crises, leading to tension and frustration. The dinner ends in disarray, with Phoebe leaving early, and Joey dining alone.

Full Episode S09E05 Recap

### Scene 1: Phoebe's Birthday Dinner Plan - Phoebe announces her birthday dinner will be on Thursday, Halloween night. - She expresses disappointment that her boyfriend Mike can't attend due to work. - Rachel and Ross debate who should stay with Emma, their baby, leading to a decision that both will attend the dinner. ### Scene 2: Chandler in Tulsa - In Tulsa, Chandler attends a meeting where he learns smoking in offices is legal. - Peer pressure and a smoking-friendly environment tempt Chandler, a former smoker. ### Scene 3: Monica and Chandler's Apartment - Monica plans to seduce Chandler for baby-making purposes, unaware of his return to smoking. - Rachel remains anxious about leaving Emma for the dinner. ### Scene 4: Chandler's Relapse and Monica's Discovery - Chandler succumbs to smoking, trying to hide it from Monica. - Monica, with her keen sense of smell, discovers Chandler's smoking relapse, leading to a fight. ### Scene 5: The Locked-Out Dilemma - Rachel and Ross get locked out of their apartment, delaying their arrival at Phoebe's birthday dinner. - Ross tries to reassure a frantic Rachel about leaving Emma alone for the first time. ### Scene 6: Phoebe and Joey Waiting at the Restaurant - Phoebe and Joey wait at the restaurant, growing increasingly hungry and frustrated by their friends' lateness. - Restaurant staff pressures them to give up their large table due to the delay. ### Scene 7: Monica and Chandler's Continued Conflict - Monica and Chandler's argument over smoking escalates, affecting their plans for conceiving a child. - Despite the tension, they agree to try for a baby, given Monica's ovulation schedule. ### Scene 8: Rachel's Parental Anxiety - Rachel's overwhelming concern for Emma's well-being prevents her from enjoying the evening. - Ross shares a childhood story to lighten the mood, but Rachel remains fixated on Emma. ### Scene 9: The Dinner Finally Begins - The group finally gathers at the restaurant, but tensions and personal issues overshadow the celebration. - Phoebe's frustration with her friends' lateness and lack of communication comes to a head. ### Scene 10: Phoebe's Departure and the Dinner's Abrupt End - Phoebe abruptly leaves to join Mike, who finished work early. - Rachel and Ross decide to return home to Emma, while Monica and Chandler consider another attempt at conception. - Joey ends up dining alone, humorously ordering a feast for himself.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why can't Mike attend Phoebe's birthday dinner?

Mike can't attend Phoebe's birthday dinner because he has to work.

Is smoking allowed in Chandler's Tulsa office?

Yes, smoking is legally allowed in Chandler's Tulsa office.

What is Monica's plan before the birthday dinner?

Monica plans to seduce Chandler for baby-making purposes.

How does Monica discover Chandler's smoking?

Monica discovers Chandler's smoking through her keen sense of smell.

What causes Rachel and Ross to be late for the dinner?

Rachel and Ross are late for the dinner because they get locked out of their apartment.

Why is Rachel anxious about attending the dinner?

Rachel is anxious about attending the dinner due to concerns about leaving her baby, Emma, for the first time.

How do Monica and Chandler resolve their smoking-related conflict?

Monica and Chandler resolve their conflict by agreeing to try for a baby despite the tension.

What story does Ross share to lighten the mood?

Ross shares a childhood story about pretending to be a girl to accompany his mom to the beauty salon.

Why does Phoebe leave the dinner early?

Phoebe leaves the dinner early to join Mike, who finished work early.

How does the birthday dinner end for Joey?

The birthday dinner ends for Joey with him dining alone, humorously ordering food for six.

 
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