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"Friends" The One with the Sharks (TV Episode 2002) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.
Michael "Mike" Hannigan is Phoebe's third husband and love interest. He appeared in seventeen episodes within seasons 9 and 10 of Friends. Paul Rudd played his role. The American comedy Friends was created by David Crane and Marta Kauffman. It aired on NBC from September 22, 1994, to May 6, 2004, lasting for 10 seasons with 236 episodes.
Friends (TV Series 1994–2004) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.
- Background
- Trivia
- Appearances
- Reception
Introduction of character
Joey had forgotten to arrange a blind date for Phoebe, but claimed to have arranged a date with an old friend named Mike, despite not knowing anyone with that name (or many men at all). Joey met Mike by simply walking into Central Perkand shouting out "Mike!", which Mike answers to and agrees to go on a date with Phoebe.
General
One of the reasons Mike and Phoebe seem to get along so well is the similarities in their personalities and Mike even says in his wedding vows that he loves Phoebe because she is "so wonderfully weird". An example of their shared childlike attitude is clear in "The One with Princess Consuela" when Mike changes his name to Crap Bag as a retort to Phoebe's name change. His childishness is also apparent in his and Phoebe's wedding, when he decides that his dog should be one of the groomsmen. We...
Family
Mike first confesses his love for Phoebe in front of his parents, Theodore and Bitsy, after they voice their concerns about their son's choice of partner in "The One With Ross' Inappropriate Song". We learn in this episode that Mike has come from an upper-class background as his parents live on the upper east side of New York on Park Avenue. On finding this out, Rachel tells Phoebe that she can't be herself and despite spending the whole evening trying to relate to his parents Phoebe does not...
In "The One In Barbados, Part 2", Mike is portrayed to be an excellent table tennis player. He even quotes 'Oh by the way, I'm awesome.' He is able to quote from the standard table tennis rule book...He also appears to have some artistic ability in "The Last One, Part 1". He makes a beautiful banner that reads "Welcome to the World, Baby Bing", by which everyone is impressed. Joey is slightly j...Mike is seen in all four main apartments, Monica's, Phoebe's, Joey's, and Ross'."The One With The Pediatrician""The One With The Sharks""The One With Phoebe's Birthday Dinner" (mentioned only)"The One With The Male Nanny"Mike was met with mixed views by fans. Some fans felt that Hannigan was an extraneous character who did not add much to the series, while others felt he added a sense of depth that was somewhat lacking at the time prior to his introduction. He, along with Gunther, is sometimes considered the "Seventh Friend".
Nov 13, 2003 · The One with the Home Study: Directed by Kevin Bright. With Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc. Monica and Chandler nervously prepare for a visit from an adoption worker. Phoebe and Mike keep changing their minds about donating their wedding money to charity. Ross fights Rachel's fear of swings.
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- Comedy, Romance
- Kevin Bright
- 2003-11-13
Six young people from New York City, on their own and struggling to survive in the real world, find the companionship, comfort and support they get from each other to be the perfect antidote to the pressures of life.
Sep 15, 2023 · Mike Hannigan, portrayed by the talented Paul Rudd, is a captivating character in the hit TV show Friends. As Phoebe Buffay's love interest and eventually her husband, Mike brings a unique blend of charm, wit, and complexity to the show.
