[s1e22] The One With The Ick Factor Access

(Season 1, Episode 22) is one of the more "cringe-worthy" episodes of Friends , mainly due to the central plot involving Monica dating a younger man . The Main Plot: Monica and "Young" Ethan

Interestingly, actor Stan Kirsch (Ethan) was actually 27 at the time—a year older than Jennifer Aniston—while Courteney Cox was 31. Subplots & Key Moments [S1E22] The One With The Ick Factor

Monica worries she is a "felon in 48 states" after sleeping with Ethan. However, fans often point out that the age of consent in New York was 17 at the time, meaning she technically didn't break the law. The Beeper: Ross’s beeper number is revealed as 55-JIMBO . (Season 1, Episode 22) is one of the