One of the joys of being a lifelong Friends fan is discovering new details with each rewatch of the series. If you’ve spotted something I missed, congratulations on your keen eye! Feel free to share your thoughts, but remember, it’s all in good fun.
Let’s revisit a detail from Season 4. Chandler fell for Joey’s girlfriend, Kathy, and her birthday present became a significant plot point in “The One With The Dirty Girl.” Chandler bought Kathy a first edition of her beloved book, The Velveteen Rabbit, and though Joey gave it to her, everyone knew Chandler was behind the thoughtful gift.
Fast forward to “The One With The Halloween Party,” where Monica surprises Chandler with a costume inspired by his favorite childhood book. It’s curious that Chandler’s favorite children’s book is The Velveteen Rabbit—the very book he tracked down for Kathy. If it was his favorite, wouldn’t he have mentioned it while securing the rare edition for Kathy?
This oversight raises two possibilities: Either Chandler’s feelings for Kathy were so strong that he adopted her favorite book as his own, or it’s simply a plot hole where the writers overlooked the detail of Chandler’s actual favorite book.
Regardless of the explanation, it’s a fascinating tidbit for Friends enthusiasts. Thanks for indulging in this observation—it might seem trivial, but it’s these little details that make rewatching the series enjoyable!