Joey surprises Chandler with new leather recliners and a TV after his soap opera option is picked up.

The gang fawns over the new furniture while Rachel and Ross plan their first date, but Rachel must work.

At the party, Monica is reintroduced to Dr. Richard Burke, who is amazed by her weight loss.

Joey and Chandler order pizza to Monica's apartment to avoid getting up from their recliners.

Phoebe teases Monica for being smitten with Richard, and Monica admits she has an eye appointment with him.

Ross and Rachel's first date ends awkwardly when Rachel laughs during kissing.

Ross tells Joey and Chandler about Rachel laughing during their kiss, and Chandler shares a similar story.

Rachel apologizes to Ross and suggests a romantic dinner to make up for the awkward night.

At Monica's eye appointment, she and Richard give in to their attraction and kiss passionately.

Phoebe tries to get Joey and Chandler to move but ends up joining them to watch Xanadu.

Ross is shocked to learn Monica is dating Dr. Richard Burke and struggles to hide his disapproval.

Ross works late at the museum fixing incorrectly organized displays while Rachel waits.

Monica and Richard realize the 21-year age difference and decide not to pursue a relationship, but then kiss again.

Ross finishes work but it's too late for dinner, so he improvises a date at the planetarium.

Ross and Rachel have a romantic date in the planetarium, overcoming their earlier awkwardness.

Ross and Rachel wake up in each other's arms in a museum display, only to be watched by children.

Joey and Chandler remain in their recliners even as a fire alarm goes off, waiting to see if the floor gets warm.