Episode 17: The One With Two Parts (2) (FULL ◆)

: Don Henley's "New York Minute" plays during the emotional montage at the end, a rare use of a melancholic, high-profile pop song for the show at that time.

: For perhaps the first time, Joey is truly heartbroken. His infatuation with Ursula leaves him blind to her apathy, highlighting a naive romanticism that would reappear throughout the series. Trivia & Lasting Impact Episode 17: The One With Two Parts (2)

: Michael Lembeck directed this installment; he would go on to direct many of the show's most ambitious "event" episodes. : Don Henley's "New York Minute" plays during

The episode marks significant growth for several characters beyond the slapstick humor: Trivia & Lasting Impact : Michael Lembeck directed

: The plot hinges on Rachel using Monica's health insurance after falling off a balcony while taking down Christmas lights. This leads to a disastrous double date where they must maintain their fake identities, culminating in them revealing each other's most embarrassing secrets to the "cute doctors". Character Evolution & Arcs