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The Best Episodes Directed By Michael Lembeck

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 5 Episode 14 - The One Where Everybody Finds Out
    9.1/10(76 votes)

    S5:E14

    When the friends discover that Ugly Naked Guy is moving out of his apartment, Ross leaps at the opportunity to get his own place again. Phoebe finds out about Monica and Chandler's relationship, and tries to get them to reveal the truth by seducing Chandler.

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:N/A

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  2. undefined Season 2 Episode 3 - Brother
    8.6/10(7 votes)

    S2:E3

    At the urging of his parents and Debra, Raymond reluctantly takes Robert for a night out on the anniversary of his brother's divorce.

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:N/A

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  3. undefined Season 3 Episode 21 - The One with the Chick and the Duck
    8.5/10(60 votes)

    S3:E21

    Monica considers a dream job as head chef in Pete's new restaurant, but Phoebe fears there is more to the deal. Ross makes a sacrifice to help Rachel, who may have a broken rib. Meanwhile, Joey buys Chandler an unusual pet.

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:N/A

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  4. undefined Season 2 Episode 22 - The One with the Two Parties
    8.5/10(71 votes)

    S2:E22

    Monica decides to hold a surprise birthday for Rachel, but everything goes wrong when Rachel's estranged parents turn up unexpectedly. The party then splits into two factions, but complications inevitably ensue.

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:N/A

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  5. undefined Season 2 Episode 15 - The One Where Ross and Rachel... You Know
    8.4/10(71 votes)

    S2:E15

    Joey buys a big screen TV and two leather recliners with his newfound money. Monica has a catering job for one of her parents' friends and becomes infatuated. Ross and Rachel attempt to have their first real date, but Rachel laughs every time they kiss. When they try again the next evening, they are interrupted when Ross is called into the museum.

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:N/A

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  6. undefined Season 4 Episode 17 - The One with the Free Porn
    8.4/10(59 votes)

    S4:E17

    Chandler and Joey discover that they're getting a free porno station on their TV. Monica encourages Ross to tell Emily he loves her just before she leaves for London. Phoebe gets some shocking news when she visits her OB-GYN.

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:N/A

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  7. undefined Season 2 Episode 16 - The One Where Joey Moves Out
    8.4/10(70 votes)

    S2:E16

    After having a fight with Chandler, Joey decides to move out. Rachel and Phoebe decide to get tattoos. And, on his birthday, Mr. Geller receives the unsettling news that his best friend and his daughter are dating.

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:N/A

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  8. undefined Season 2 Episode 13 - The One After the Super Bowl (2)
    8.3/10(47 votes)

    S2:E13

    Rachel and Monica compete for the affections of Jean-Claude Van Damme after meeting him on a movie set. Chandler meets a former schoolmate while an excited Joey gets a role as an extra in the movie. Ross and Marcel go on a whirlwind tour of the city.

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:N/A

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  9. undefined Season 2 Episode 19 - The One Where Eddie Won't Go
    8.3/10(69 votes)

    S2:E19

    Creeped out by his bizarre new roommate, Chandler demands he move out; Eddie agrees... but won't go. Joey has trouble coming to grips with the death of Dr. Drake Ramoray and is facing some exorbitant bills. And a new book on women's empowerment inspires the ladies to have a "goddess meeting."

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:N/A

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  10. undefined Season 2 Episode 1 - The One with Ross's New Girlfriend
    8.3/10(79 votes)

    S2:E1

    Rachel waits patiently at the airport for Ross, returning from China. Meanwhile, after giving Joey and Chandler new haircuts, Phoebe is persuaded to cut Monica's hair. And Joey learns that his tailor is a very naughty man.

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:N/A

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  11. undefined Season 2 Episode 12 - The One After the Super Bowl (1)
    8.3/10(76 votes)

    S2:E12

    Ross goes to visit Marcel, his monkey, while on a trip to California. Joey gets his first fan letter and ends up dating the woman. Phoebe is asked to sing for the children at the library, but their parents are horrified by her lyrics.

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:N/A

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  12. undefined Season 6 Episode 20 - The One Where Ross Meets Elizabeth's Dad
    8.2/10(59 votes)

    S6:E20

    Ross meets Elizabeth's father for the first time and unfortunately he takes an instant disliking to Ross. However Paul does hit it off with Rachel and she tries to talk Ross up but does so with mixed results. Joey almost gets fired from "Mac and C.H.E.E.S.E." after offending the operator of the robot. Meanwhile, Phoebe writes a book based on Monica and Chandler.

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:N/A

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  13. undefined Season 7 Episode 2 - The One with Rachel's Book
    8.2/10(56 votes)

    S7:E2

    As Monica starts planning her wedding she's shocked to find out that her parents have spent her entire wedding fund. However, her spirits are restored when she discovers that Chandler has enough savings for her dream wedding scenario. Phoebe temporarily moves into Ross's apartment, bringing her massage clients with her. This leads to some weird encounters for Ross. Meanwhile, Joey mocks Rachel when he finds an erotic novel she is reading.

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:N/A

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  14. undefined Season 1 Episode 16 - Diamonds
    8.1/10(7 votes)

    S1:E16

    Ray finds out that the diamond on Debra's engagement ring is a fake, so he steals it from her to get it changed, only to find out after that she already had it exchanged it with her grandma's $15,000 diamond.

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:N/A

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  15. undefined Season 2 Episode 17 - The One Where Eddie Moves In
    8.1/10(66 votes)

    S2:E17

    Phoebe is discovered by a record producer who wants to make "Smelly Cat" a video. Ross's new relationship with Rachel makes Monica feel like she's living with her brother again... and she hates it. And Joey considers moving back in with Chandler, but Chandler has a new roommate.

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:N/A

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  16. undefined Season 1 Episode 17 - The One with Two Parts (2)
    8.1/10(76 votes)

    S1:E17

    When Rachel sprains her ankle and has no insurance, she cajoles Monica into trading identities so she can use Monica's coverage. When Phoebe's twin sister, Ursula, breaks Joey's heart, Phoebe tries to fix it.

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:N/A

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  17. undefined Season 2 Episode 18 - The One Where Dr. Ramoray Dies
    8.1/10(71 votes)

    S2:E18

    Chandler learns more about his new roommate, Eddie. Ross is stressed out to learn that Rachel had 'animal sex' with Paolo. Richard and Monica are uncomfortable to learn what their numbers of ex-lovers are. Joey's remarks to a fan magazine could cause him to lose his job playing Dr Ramoray.

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:N/A

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  18. undefined Season 4 Episode 16 - The One with the Fake Party
    8.1/10(63 votes)

    S4:E16

    With two days left until Emily's departure back to England, Rachel throws a fake party for her, just so that she can see Joshua outside of work. And a pregnant (vegetarian) Phoebe craves meat.

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:N/A

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  19. undefined Season 1 Episode 17 - The Game
    8.0/10(7 votes)

    S1:E17

    When Ray and his family play a game of Scruples after their cable goes out, they find themselves arguing about honesty. To make matters worse, when Ray complains to the cable company about the disruption in service, he is informed that he has an illegal hookup.

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:N/A

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  20. undefined Season 2 Episode 23 - Up All Night
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    S2:E23

    Jamie is suffering from sleeplessness because she drank four cuffs of tea full of coffeine while learning for a test. All furious, Jamie urges Paul to spend the night awake with her that leads them to an all-night adventure in the building, from the basement to the rooftop, which ends with a tango together with John Astin, if that's who he really is.

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:N/A

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  21. undefined Season 5 Episode 2 - The Grant
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    S5:E2

    Jamie tries to stay awake, avoid coffee and continue to manage Brockwell's campaign. Meanwhile, while Paul is trying to figure out how to use a sizeable grant that has come his way, his Uncle Phil asks Paul and Ira to visit him in Brooklyn.

    Director:Michael Lembeck
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  22. undefined Season 3 Episode 17 - Mad Without You
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    S3:E17

    Jamie goes up to Connecticut to keep her dad company, and the home-alone Paul gets quite giddy enjoying his role as ""Lord of the Manor.""

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:N/A

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  23. undefined Season 3 Episode 19 - Two Tickets to Paradise
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    S3:E19

    Paul and Jamie use his parents' non-refundable package for a holiday in the Caribbean, telling tall tales in multiple languages.

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:N/A

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  24. undefined Season 3 Episode 18 - Purseona
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    S3:E18

    Paul's Canadian adventure gets off to a bad start and Jamie's pitch to a client does likewise while Lisa's day is smooth sailing after she accidentally snags her sister's purse and more.

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:N/A

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  25. undefined Season 3 Episode 22 - My Boyfriend's Back
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    S3:E22

    Jamie is obliged to work on an advertising campaign with ex-boyfriend Alan, a graphics artist, who has recently published a comic book about an evil queen in outer space. But the queen's looks and exploits sound like anything but fiction to Jamie.

    Director:Michael Lembeck
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Michael Lembeck Ratings Summary

"The One Where Everybody Finds Out" is the best rated episode directed by Michael Lembeck. It scored 9.086/10 based on 76 votes. It was written by N/A. It aired on 2/11/1999 and is rated 0.5 points higher than their second-best episode, "Brother".