NBC's mega-hit sitcom, Friends, has one of the most lively Reddit fanbases. Viewers who are always on the lookout for deeper insights into the show's unforgettable moments, underrated episodes, and so forth, know that Reddit is the ultimate destination. Against this backdrop, it's not hard to wonder if the Redditors have a different take on the best slapstick gags and comedic pratfalls from the show.
Each Friends character frequently performed physical gags for comedic effect. They employed unique and specific techniques to deliver their acts. Whilst favorite physical and slapstick gags vary among fans, one thing is clear - Reddit absolutely loves to watch Chandler and Joey's physical comedy.
When Joey Impersonated Chandler
There's no denying that "The One Where No One's Ready" is the funniest Friends episode from season 3. While Ross tries to get his friends ready for a black-tie benefit at his museum, Joey and Chandler clash over a chair.
This was a favorite moment for this Reddit user, who loved the moment where "Joey wore all of Chandler's clothes and does impressions of [him]." Although the premise sounds simple, the dialogue and the comedy that accompany Joey's forward lunges are thoroughly hilarious.
When Ross Yelled At Joey For Ripping His Shirt Pocket Off
The pocket rip bit is the stand-out moment in season 10's "The One with the Late Thanksgiving." As it's seen, everyone's late to the Thanksgiving dinner that Mondler didn't even want to host in the first place. Monica's understandably hurt, and she bolts her door to keep the gang out.
Redditor internetornator loves Joey's pocket ripping motion in the scene, particularly "Ross's reaction" as the way he says "HEY!" makes me laugh hysterically." The beauty of the scene is the sheer suddenness of Joey's action and of course, the group then trying to sell their terrible story.
When Joey Acts Like Chandler's Prototype Sneakers Burned His Fingers
At the top of Redditor bartledoo90's physical comedy hits is the hilarious sneaker scene from season 9's "The One with the Mugging." They say they like the bit, "...where Chandler has to come up with an ad for the shoes and Joey takes them and gets all excited...and acts like they burned him!"
Due to the flames on the shoes, Joey then goes on to pretend like he's touched a hot object in a dramatic fashion. Watching him get all excited about Chandler's prototype sneakers is a priceless moment from the show.
When Joey Pushed A Neighbor To The Ground
Reddit user checkmeowtt recalls the comical Joey moment in "The One with All the Candy" and writes, "When there's a crowd outside Monica's apartment waiting for candy. Joey comes out of nowhere and shoves a guy out of the way and demands candy..."
In this episode, Monica makes holiday candy to get to know her neighbors better. She hangs a basket full of candy pieces outside her door, and decides to make more when she learns the neighbors have been coming all day. Eventually, Monica's candy-making gets out of control and she's unable to keep up with the demand. What does her neighbor and best friend, Joey do? He shoves a neighbor out of his way to demand more candy. The candy demanding scene is all about that goofy boisterous action and Joey's slapstick gag is one for the books.
When Chandler Keeps Joey From Dating Emma's Nanny
Joey was the mischievous friend in the group, and at times, his friends had to keep an eye on him to stop things from falling apart. One such example lies in season 9's "The One With Phoebe's Rats." Ross has hired a competent nanny, named Molly, for Emma and he does not want to risk losing her.
Whilst Joey tries his best to flirt with Molly, Ross wants Chandler to runs interference every time Joey steps out to see her. User jgonz185 says they loves this particular bit of physical comedy bit, especially when, "Joey is walking out of his apartment and Chandler jumps into the hallway... And Joey falls to the ground." The scene unfolds hilariously, with Joey falling to the floor in a smooth motion.
When Phoebe Dances To Flirt With Chandler
Season 5's "The One Where Everybody Finds Out" is one of the Friends episodes that prove Monica and Chandler were soulmates. The hysterical plot involves Phoebe's attempting to flirt with Chandler just to get to admit the truth about his and Monica's relationship.
The truly hilarious part begins at Chandler's when he and Phoebe are each bluffing to see who gives up their act first. This Redditor loves this bit and they write that their favorite moment is when "Chandler [does a] frantic impression of Phoebe dancing [...and] Also her actual dancing." It was a scene that was quite amusing and it did make some fans wonder whether any of it could have been improvised since their reactions all seem very genuine.
When Joey Pushes Ross Into His Fridge
In one of the most memorable Joey episodes ("The One With Joey's Fridge"), he hits the rock bottom. He's between jobs, has no money, and to top it all, his fridge breaks down. This then leads to Joey trying to get other people, including his ex-roommate Chandler, to pay for it. When nothing works out, he shoves Ross into the fridge and blames him for breaking it.
User FlanForThree recalls the hilarious moment, saying, "One of my favorite scenes in the whole series is when Chandler, Joey, and Ross are all talking in the boys' apartment and then Joey just shoves Ross into the fridge and says he broke it." They are right and fans consider it one of those Friends' scenes that spiral into physical comedy gold.
When Ross, Chandler, And Joey Keep The Greens From Seeing Each Other
The two-parter "The One with Two Parties" proved that everyone in the gang was a master of physical comedy. The plot involved Rachel's estranged parents turning up to her birthday party and the group trying to ensure that they remain separated throughout.
Redditor riserrr loves the hilarity of the episode and the physical comedy that unfolds on screen. Their favorite is the part, "...where Rachel's parents are at the two separate parties across the hall, and Ross, Chandler and Joey are doing all kinds of funny physical stuff to keep them from seeing each other." The comedy towards the end is absolutely brilliant, and keeping the Greens apart is truly an exercise. It's no wonder the Redditor loves the scene so much.
When Chandler Scares Joey With Darts
Reddit user gnitsuj loves the physical comedy bit in"The One with the Giant Poking Device." They talk about the time when Chandler learns Janice is torn between him and her ex-husband and Joey walks in on him while he's angrily throwing darts.
The Redditor specifically loves the bit that unfolds when "...Chandler turns around mid-throw..." and Joey falls to the ground. Fans absolutely agree with them and give credit to Chandler and Joey's chemistry for making the scene memorable.
When Chandler Makes Fun Of Joey's Pinnochio Role
Reddit user quesadilla17 says their favorite physical comedy bit lies "...in the pilot when Chandler's making fun of Joey's Pinocchio role and dances out of the room singing. His Little puppet dance is so funny to watch"
The Wee One's production of Pinnochio ranks at the bottom of all of Joey's jobs in Friends. In the show's pilot, when Rachel asks if every member in the group has jobs, Joey boastfully claims he's an actor. Chandler then breaks into a hilarious puppet dance, singing "Once I was a wooden boy, a little wooden boy..." while exiting Monica's living room. Although Joey stands dumbfounded, Chandler knows he's scored himself a memorable scene.