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Friends Season 2, Episode 1: "The One With Ross's New Girlfriend"

"That’s how they do pants! First they go up one side, then the other side, then up the middle... and then they do that !" Fun Facts & Trivia

This episode is a massive turning point for Rachel. She shifts from the person being pursued to the pursuer, experiencing the "Ross-level" pining for the first time. It sets the tone for their "will-they-won't-they" dynamic for the rest of the season. 💡 A scene-by-scene script breakdown A recap of Rachel and Julie’s first interaction A list of Easter eggs you might have missed [S2E1] The One With Ross's New Girlfriend

Lauren Tom makes her first appearance as Julie.

This episode picks up exactly where the Season 1 finale left off at the airport. Character Arc: Rachel Greene Friends Season 2, Episode 1: "The One With

Ross returns from China with Julie, leaving Rachel heartbroken and furious.

"I have a gift! I have a gift!" (Before seeing Julie). Phoebe: "I thought you said Dudley Moore!" She shifts from the person being pursued to

Rachel spends the episode trying to sabotage Ross and Julie’s relationship while hiding her true feelings.