Friends’ ninth episode from its eighth season, “The One With The Rumor,” debuted on November 22, 2001.
Ah, Friendsgiving. That glorious time of year when friends gather around a table laden with delicious food, celebrating their chosen family and the bounty of the season. And what better way to commemorate this joyous occasion than by recreating the iconic scene from the beloved sitcom Friends, where Joey Tribbiani famously devours an entire turkey in one sitting?
In the episode aptly titled “The One Where Underdog Gets Away,” Joey finds himself the proud owner of a 19-pound turkey a gift from Monica and Chandler. Determined to prove his culinary prowess he embarks on a mission to roast the bird to perfection. However, his efforts are thwarted when the turkey accidentally gets locked in the oven with the heat turned off.
Undeterred Joey decides to take matters into his own hands. With a mischievous glint in his eye, he declares, “I’m gonna eat this whole turkey!” And eat it he does, much to the astonishment and amusement of his friends.
This unforgettable scene has become a staple of Friends lore, a testament to Joey’s insatiable appetite and his unwavering commitment to his culinary endeavors. It’s a moment that has been parodied, referenced, and celebrated countless times, solidifying its place in pop culture history.
But beyond the humor, there’s a deeper message to be gleaned from Joey’s turkey-eating escapade. It’s a reminder that sometimes, the best way to celebrate with friends is to simply let loose, embrace the absurdity of the moment, and enjoy the company of those you love.
So, this Friendsgiving, why not channel your inner Joey and attempt your own epic turkey feast? Gather your friends, crank up the Friends theme song, and get ready to create some unforgettable memories. Just remember, if you do decide to tackle a 19-pound turkey yourself, make sure you have a backup plan in case things go awry. You don’t want to end up with a raw bird and a disappointed group of friends.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you recreate Joey’s iconic turkey-eating moment:
Ingredients:
- 1 large turkey (19 pounds or more)
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Your favorite herbs and spices
- A large roasting pan
- A lot of determination
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (163 degrees Celsius).
- Remove the turkey from its packaging and pat it dry with paper towels.
- Rub the turkey all over with olive oil and season generously with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices.
- Place the turkey in the roasting pan and roast for 3-4 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius).
- Once the turkey is cooked, let it rest for 15-20 minutes before carving.
- Now comes the fun part: gather your friends, put on your best Joey impression, and start devouring that turkey!
Tips:
- If you’re worried about the turkey drying out, you can baste it with the pan drippings every 30 minutes or so.
- You can also add vegetables to the roasting pan for a complete meal.
- If you’re feeling really ambitious, you can make gravy from the pan drippings.
- And most importantly, don’t forget to have fun!
Additional Resources:
- The One Where Underdog Gets Away (Friends episode): https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=xXv-FCP4tNk
- Friendsgiving Recipes: https://www.delish.com/holiday-recipes/thanksgiving/g253/friendsgiving-recipes/
- How to Roast a Turkey: https://www.foodnetwork.com/how-to/packages/food-network-essentials/how-to-roast-a-turkey
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Emmy Award nominations[]
Because of his performance in the episode, Pitt received a nomination for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series. For their work on the episode, Nick McLean and Stephen Prime were also nominated for Outstanding Cinematography for a Multi-Camera Series and Outstanding Multi-Camera Picture Editing for a Series, respectively.
Plot[]
Monica informs her friends that she will not be making a turkey for Thanksgiving due to the enormous amount of leftovers it will produce, the fact that Phoebe is a vegetarian, Chandler detests Thanksgiving cuisine, and Rachel’s pregnancy is making her intolerant of poultry. Joey protests, and announces that he will eat the entire turkey himself if necessary. Monica nods, and by the end of the show, Joey has consumed the nineteen-pound turkey while sporting Rachel’s maternity clothes.
Monica informs Rachel that she has invited Will Colbert, an old friend from high school, over. She describes him as “really overweight” and notes that Monica was known as “his thin friend” because she was overweight as a child. Rachel does not remember him. Will shows up, a slender man who boasts that he has lost more than 150 pounds and that he is “going to be on one of those Subway sandwich commercials.” He is happy to see Ross again when he finds out that he will be joining them for dinner, but he is disappointed to learn that Rachel will also be attending and explains that he despises her for making fun of him all through high school.
Throughout dinner, Will is hostile to Rachel, and eventually refreshes her memory about her making his life miserable. She tries to apologize and feels horrible all around until he tells her that he co-founded “The I Hate Rachel Greene” Club in high school as a way to hate her. When asked who the other co-founder was, he reveals that it was Ross, surprising Rachel. Will also reveals that during high school they made a rumor about her being a hermaphrodite. Rachel was not only ignorant of the rumor, but she was also ignorant of the fact that Chandler’s school and everyone else in her school were aware of it. She responds anguishedly, insisting that she never hurt Ross in high school, but Monica points out that she was the one who spread the falsehood that Ross had an affair with the school’s fifty-year-old librarian, Mrs. Altman. However, Ross freaks out and inadvertently blurts out that its in fact the truth. Monica comforts Ross and Rachel when they fight, pointing out that there are things more important than finishing high school, like raising a child together. After hearing this, Will is shocked but also proud that hes not marrying her. He attempts to high five Ross, but Ross declines. Will tries to high five everyone in the room, but Phoebe (who has a slight crush on him the entire episode) gives him an embrace instead.
Friends – Joey’s Thanksgiving Pants
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What episode of Friends does Joey eat a whole turkey?
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“The One with the Rumor”
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Season 8 Episode 9
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Gary Halvorson
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Shana Goldberg-Meehan
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