Jennifer Aniston, David Schwimmer, Matthew Perry, Lisa Kudrow, Courteney Cox and Matt LeBlanc play six close buddies comically trying to make it in Manhattan. The enormously popular NBC sitcom hits its stride in this unforgettable second season. Ross must decide between Rachel and new girlfriend Julie (Lauren Tom), Joey gets a role on "Days of Our Lives," Monica dates a handsome older man (Tom Selleck) and more. This disc includes the following episodes:


20. The One Where Old Yeller Dies - Phoebe's world view is shattered when she learns how "Old Yeller" really ends. Monica becomes jealous when Richard begins going out with other people, namely Joey and Chandler. And Rachel becomes upset when she learns that Ross has planned their whole life together. 4.5 stars.

21. The One with the Bullies - Chandler and Ross run into two bullies at the coffee shop, one of whom steals Chandler's hat. Monica, down to her last few dollars of savings, plays the stock market based solely on the ticker symbols. Phoebe makes multiple attempts to go visit her birth father. 4.38 stars (Dale-4.75, David-4)

22. The One with the Two Parties - The gang plans a surprise party for Rachel, but the real surprise is when both of her parents, who recently separated, show up for the party. The gang thinks fast and throws two separate parties, but complications inevitably ensue. 4.5 stars

23. The One with the Chicken Pox - Phoebe catches chicken pox just as her old flame Ryan arrives in town on leave from the Navy. Even though he hasn't yet had chicken pox, he can't stand to be apart and they both spend the rest of the time trying to not scratch. Joey gets a job at Chandler's office but decides to play it as a role. The character he creates, Joseph, has a wife and kids and ultimately blames Chandler for his own screwup. Monica is upset that Richard doesn't have a "thing": an unexplainable quirk. He eventually comes up with one to ease her mind. 3.63 stars (Dale-4.25, David-3)

24. The One with Barry and Mindy's Wedding - Rachel agrees to be maid of honor at her ex-fiancé's wedding, but a fashion faux pas focuses attention away from the bride. To get a role in Warren Beatty's new movie, Joey needs to practice kissing ... guys. Monica ponders her future with Richard and Chandler falls for a mystery woman on the Internet. 4.75 stars (Dale-5, David-4.5)

Rated NR 1 hour 55 minutes 1995

Disc 4: 4.35 stars.
Season 2: 4.29 stars.
Collection: 4.27 stars.