Friends

Phoebe is visited by her former singing partner, who suggests licensing Smelly Cat for a television commercial. Meanwhile, Chandler begins dating a woman who uses a prosthetic leg, adding a new dynamic to his love life. Sherilyn Fenn appears as a guest star.

"The One with Phoebe's Ex-Partner" is a television programme presented in the format of an episode. Classified under the episode genre, it follows the familiar structure of a sitcom instalment, delivering a self‑contained story that fits within a larger series. The title signals that the central focus will involve Phoebe and a figure from her past, setting the stage for the events that unfold during the broadcast. In this instalment, Phoebe is confronted by a former singing collaborator who arrives with a proposal to feature her notorious song “Smelly Cat” in a commercial. The unexpected pitch creates a dilemma for Phoebe, who must weigh the commercial opportunity against her artistic sensibilities. Meanwhile, Chandler embarks on a new romance with a woman who uses a prosthetic leg, adding a parallel thread of dating intrigue to the episode’s narrative. The episode also includes a guest appearance by Sherilyn Fenn, who joins the regular cast for this particular storyline. Her involvement adds an extra layer of interest to the plot, intersecting with the main characters' developments. Together, the two storylines – Phoebe’s commercial offer and Chandler’s new relationship – intertwine to deliver the humour and situational comedy typical of the series. Both plot threads run side by side, giving the episode a balanced mix of music‑related mischief and romantic curiosity, while maintaining the light‑hearted tone that defines the series.