Episode 17: The One With Two Parts (2) | Trending | ROUNDUP |

This episode was a centerpiece of NBC's strategy to bridge its flagship comedies and dramas.

: The "evil twin" dynamic was established here to explain why Lisa Kudrow was appearing on both Friends and Mad About You (where she played Ursula the waitress). Phoebe’s decision to impersonate Ursula to give Joey a "clean break" shows her profound loyalty and empathy, even when it means hurting her own feelings. Episode 17: The One With Two Parts (2)

The episode marks significant growth for several characters beyond the slapstick humor: This episode was a centerpiece of NBC's strategy

: 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. The episode marks significant growth for several characters

: 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