[s9e14] The One With The Blind Dates (2025)

Reviews for this episode are generally positive, though they highlight its unique tone:

Joey finds a "perfect woman" for Ross (a history teacher) but tells her the date is off so Ross gets stood up. [S9E14] The One With The Blind Dates

* jpapanone. 3. This is one of the worst episodes of friends. This is a great example to use to compare how friends gets it wrong. Reviews for this episode are generally positive, though

This episode was one of several submitted by the show for its Emmy nomination for Outstanding Comedy Series. This is one of the worst episodes of friends

⭐ The episode explores "orchestrated perspective"—the idea that people need to see the absolute worst of the dating pool to appreciate what they already have.

She is paired with Steve, who spends the evening weeping over his failed restaurant and lack of silk shirts.

Joey eventually discovers them and takes Emma away to give them privacy.