Friends

The Last One (2)

Season 10, Episode 18, Aired 5/6/04

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Ross and Phoebe go after Rachel so that Ross can tell her how he feels, but a big mistake puts the plan in jeopardy. Monica and Chandler finish packing their things after they come home with their new children, while Joey loses Duck Jr. and Chick Jr. in the old Foosball table.moreless

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Jennifer Aniston

Rachel Green
Courteney Cox

Monica Geller-Bing
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A great show found its perfect ending.

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"Perfect"

By banannie, Sep 17, 2011 Report Abuse

It seems like only yesterday when we watched Monica, Phoebe, Chandler, Joey and Ross sitting and chatting in Central Perk when Rachel rushed through the door in her wedding dress. 10 years later, it's still those six people. Still in New York. Still there for each other every single day. Still best friends.

The Last One is the perfect finale for the show. Monica and Chandler finally having their babies. Phoebe finally being with the man she loves. Joey...well, he's still Joey. But he'll find his way in his spin-off. And Ross and Rachel finally together again, after all this time.

This episode made me cry. Not only because it's the last one. But also because it's more we could've ever hoped and asked for. After watching all 10 seasons of the show, I'm convinced this is the way it was supposed to end.moreless

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Amazing finale.

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By Canogaparkcindy, Dec 21, 2010 Report Abuse

You knwow sometimes, when a TV finale comes on, and when it ends, your like "That was such a bad way to end the show" Well, this finale did not end bluntly. It tied all loose ends in my opinion, it was a perfect way to end this wonderful series. I shed a tear,w ehn everyone walked out of the apartment. And I cringed when Rachel ended up going on the plane saying sorry to Ross. When she got off the plane, I jumped for joy! And then she kissed Ross. There finally together after almost 7 years of being on a break. Joey gets Chick & Duck Jr. Monica & Chandler take care of the babies. The gang returns their keys, and cuts to finish. Perfect!moreless

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A delicious and definitely satisfying culmination to what just may be the best (and most loved) sit-com of all time *sob*

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By summersnowbiiee, Dec 21, 2010 Report Abuse

Friends, Friends, Friends... what can I say? 10 years after Rachel comes staggering into Central Perk wearing a sodden wedding monstrosity and invites herself into Monica's apartment and her kooky circle of friends, the producers have decided that the fitting conclusion would be Rachel's departure. The show has come full circle, a full decade, a full journey. It's still as funny, kooky, heart warming and original as it ever was, and the writers and actors maintain those qualities to the very end. No fan will be disappointed. The only negative thought I had was 'What? No reunion movie?' Definitely one to watch.moreless

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Ended with a bang!

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By LivingLost, Oct 28, 2010 Report Abuse

I have watched this show since the begining. It never fails to excite me. However, when I first heard that season 10 was going to be the last season, I was depressed. After watched the show for years, it grew on me, and they became my "friends" as you might say =D. It was an excellent way to create a possible and ethical ending to a great season. Even after the show ended I bought all ten seasons and watch them frequently. I am glad that such a wonderful group of actors brought so much joy to the entertainment industry.moreless

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definitely didnt want it to end, but was glad it ended like this

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By reremurara, Jul 25, 2008 Report Abuse

i loved friends and was so sad to see it end, but i guess it had to eventually and this is absolutely the best way possible. there were no loose ends, every character was taken care of and in a good place where you know theyre happy. but the writers didnt give too much either, just enough was left to the imagination.

nothing in the episode was strange or different. this finale was done in true friends style, nothing seemed to be out of the ordinary. the only thing i would change would be the end, the last scene. i would have liked to see the show come full circle. i think the last thing we shouldve seen was the six friends sitting in the coffee house drinking coffee and talking about nothing, similar to the pilot. i didnt like that the last scene in the coffee house was one that wasnt acknowledged.

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Trivia
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- Trivia: It is revealed that at one time or another all of the friends have lived in Monica's Grandmother's apartment. The same is also true of Joey's apartment. Edit
- Trivia: All of the children born on this show (excluding the triplets) are related. Jack and Erika (Chandler and Monica's children) are brother and sister, as are their cousins Ben and Emma (Rachel and Ross's children). Possibly due to the fact that Ben and Emma have a different mother, they are never seen together at any time throughout the series. Edit
- Continuity: In this episode, Joey and Chandler are unable to get Chick Jr. and Duck Jr. out of the foosball table because it is all glued together. However, in "The One With The Embryos," when they are moving their stuff into Monica and Rachel's apartment, Chandler moves the top part of the Foosball table separately. Edit
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- Over the whole course of the show, Rachel's name was mentionned 28 times in the episode titles, which makes her number one among the six main characters. Ross is second with 24 episodes. Their two names shared episode titles five times. Edit
- International Episode Title: France: Ceux qui s'en allaient - 2ème partie (The Ones Who Were Going Away - Part 2) Edit
- During the Friends' first farewell interview on Oprah, Jennifer Aniston said she wanted Rachel to end up with Ross. Edit
Quotes
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- Ross: Don't go. Rachel: What? Ross: Please, please stay with me. I am so in love with you. Please, don't go. Rachel: Oh, my God. Ross: I know, I know. I shouldn't have waited 'till now to say it, but I'm... That was stupid, okay? I'm sorry, but I'm telling you now. I love you. Do not get on this plane. Gate Attendant: Miss? Are you boarding the plane? Ross: (Holding back Rachel) Hey, hey. I know you love me. I know you do. Gate Attendant: Miss? Rachel: I, I have to get on the plane. Ross: No, you don't. Rachel: Yes, I do. Ross: No, you don't. Rachel: They're waiting for me, Ross. I can't do this right now, I'm sorry. I'm sorry. (She boards the plane.) Edit
- Phoebe: Hey, do you realize that at one time or another we all lived in this apartment? Monica: Oh, yeah, that's true. Ross: Uh, I haven't. Monica: Wait a minute. What about that summer during college that you lived with grandma, and you tried to make it as a dancer? Ross: Do you realise we almost made it ten years without that coming up? Edit
- Joey: I'm gonna miss these little guys. It was nice having birds around again. Chandler: Hey, you know what? Maybe we should keep them here with you. Joey: What? Chandler: Yeah, I mean we've got a lot going on right now. And, plus, here they'd have their own room. Joey: I could get a goose! Chandler: You know, I think you're set with the poultry. Joey: Thanks man. Did you hear that, you guys? You're gonna get to stay here! (Looking back to Chandler) And, and it's good, you know, 'cause now you have a reason to come visit. Chandler: I think there may be another reason. Edit
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- Mike: (About babies) I want one Phoebe: Oh yeah? Tell me which one. I'll try slip it in my coat. Mike: Seriously, I mean, wanna make one of those? Phoebe: One? How about a whole bunch! Mike: Really? Phoebe: Yeah, we can teach them to sing and we could be like the von Trapp family! Only without the Nazis. Although that sounds kind of dull. Phoebe is referring to the Academy-Award winning musical The Sound of Music. In the musical, the von Trapp family, led by their governess, learn to make beautiful music together during the Nazi reign of World War II. The movie stars Julie Andrews with music by Rodgers & Hammerstein. Edit