[s6e16] The One That Could Have Been (2) -

: Discussing his acting, Joey says, "with Dr. Drake, they always tell me what to say, and with Joey, I pretty much have to make it up on my own". Notable Trivia

: The episode features a unique opening credits sequence with the cast in their alternate, "what-if" personas.

The episode wraps up several divergent storylines that eventually align with the characters' "real" personalities: [S6E16] The One That Could Have Been (2)

: Monica notes that "A heart attack is nature's way of telling you to slow down," to which Chandler replies, "I thought a heart attack was nature's way of telling you to die".

: Despite being a "struggling writer" and "overweight," the two find a deep romantic connection. Chandler reveals he's never had a serious relationship and is touched when Monica kisses him, signaling the start of their romance even in this timeline. : Discussing his acting, Joey says, "with Dr

: Expressing his frustration with his marriage, Ross asks, "Did you ever go to a party and think, 'would anyone really miss me if I weren't here'?".

: After suffering heart attacks due to the stress of her corporate stockbroker life, Phoebe is fired. She eventually finds peace returning to her roots—playing guitar at Central Perk. The episode wraps up several divergent storylines that

: As a successful (but shallow) star on Days of Our Lives , Joey finds his alternate success hollow until he reconnects with the group's familiar dynamic. Memorable Quotes