The BEST episodes directed by Christine Swanson

Family Matters
star
8.38
64 votes

#1 - Family Matters

Bel-Air - Season 3 - Episode 9

Will, Carlton and Lisa try to heal after witnessing a friend's overdose; Hilary prepares for her wedding; Geoffrey reveals the truth to Frederick.

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Rock the Boat
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7.95
37 votes

#2 - Rock the Boat

All American: Homecoming - Season 2 - Episode 8

Once again, Simone’s world has been rocked, leaving her no choice but to stand up for herself with her support system fighting right by her side. Damon is at a personal low, but things get worse when a salacious rumor circulates about him and the baseball team. Keisha’s dance trajectory hits a major roadblock leaving everyone to rally around her. JR reflects on his friendship when Cam shows interest in KEK. Meanwhile, Amara struggles with trying to balance being president and being an aunt.

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Black and Blue
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7.83
928 votes

#3 - Black and Blue

Chicago P.D. - Season 6 - Episode 8

While CPD tries to take down a drug kingpin, Atwater faces a tough choice between doing what’s required to solve the murder of a young dealer and what’s best for the community.

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Me, Myself and I
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7.82
44 votes

#4 - Me, Myself and I

All American: Homecoming - Season 2 - Episode 3

Simone shows a different side of herself that does not go unnoticed as she reclaims her power on and off the court, but she must decide if that is the best strategy. Damon’s determination to ignore his unresolved relationship with Jessie leads to conflict and an uncertainty within the team. Cam has an unexpected visitor who will challenge him on his decision to pursue music, leaving Cam to turn to Keisha for support. As Amara settles into her new job, she receives an anonymous critique, making her realize that she needs to sacrifice something important to her. Meanwhile, JR and Nate find themselves revisiting the past, but each has a different outcome.

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The Dirty Dozen
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7.82
170 votes

#5 - The Dirty Dozen

P-Valley - Season 2 - Episode 3

Keyshawn and Lil’ Murda embark on a new adventure. Meanwhile, Mercedes ventures into uncharted territory.

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Turn Down for What
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7.80
134 votes

#6 - Turn Down for What

All American - Season 5 - Episode 4

With Grace and Carter’s wedding right around the corner, antics ensue. While Denise and Laura kidnap Grace for a surprise bachelorette party, Preach and Billy take Carter out for drinks, and everyone ends the night with more than they bargained for. JJ puts together another Vortex game night with Spencer, Jordan, Layla, and Olivia that goes awry when secrets are aired. Meanwhile, Coop is coming to terms with some disappointing news.

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Missing While Indigenous
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7.78
181 votes

#7 - Missing While Indigenous

Found (2023) - Season 1 - Episode 7

Native American schoolteacher Denae Wagon decides to deliver her baby on the tribe's reservation in Virginia but disappears before she can make it home. The search is complicated by a tense family dynamic and Denae's high-risk pregnancy.

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Conflict of Interest
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7.64
1141 votes

#8 - Conflict of Interest

FBI - Season 1 - Episode 19

An American diplomat is killed while being used as a pawn in a dangerous drug ring, and the team must work together to bring them down. Also, Jubal and OA try to help friends from their past fight off their inner demons.

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6 'N the Mornin'
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7.56
135 votes

#9 - 6 'N the Mornin'

All American - Season 4 - Episode 10

With summer ending and their college football careers beginning, Spencer tries to adjust to more than his brutal workout schedule. Olivia is excited for her new job, but it isn't what she anticipated. Patience asks Layla for help with Coop in getting her motivated, but their plan doesn't go as expected. Asher runs into someone from his past and learns what has really been going on. Meanwhile, Grace joins the search committee for a new a principal and has someone in mind for the job.

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Ordinary People
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7.55
47 votes

#10 - Ordinary People

All American: Homecoming - Season 1 - Episode 9

Simone and the gang rally around Amara as she struggles with what to do next as new information comes to light. Coach Marcus is excited about the all-HBCU baseball game he put together until an old teammate stirs up bad memories that could possibly derail everything. As Damon, JR and the team are focused on the game, they are faced with some challenging guests and new adversaries. Thea has a close call with danger which costs her one relationship and brings a potential new one into her life. Meanwhile, Simone struggles to explain to Jordan her friendship "break-up" with Damon.

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H2O + Orthophosphates + Mission City + Corrosion + Origins
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7.54
309 votes

#11 - H2O + Orthophosphates + Mission City + Corrosion + Origins

MacGyver (2016) - Season 5 - Episode 14

Mac and Desi travel with Bozer to his childhood home when his aunt dies in a tragic accident, however, they soon discover she may have been murdered for trying to expose the city’s contaminated water supply. Also, Riley, Matty and Russ continue to follow leads on their nano-trackers investigation.

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Fight the Power
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7.50
139 votes

#12 - Fight the Power

All American - Season 3 - Episode 12

When the truth comes out, Laura is furious and is left to face the consequences. Seeing everything going on, Spencer doesn't want to sit on the sidelines and asks something of his teammates that could jeopardize the rest of their season. Billy deals with something personal by himself, but after a conversation with his dad he realizes what has really happened. Meanwhile, Simone is worried about Jordan and turns to his friends for help.

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You Get What You Give
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7.31
166 votes

#13 - You Get What You Give

Roswell, New Mexico - Season 4 - Episode 5

Max’s secrets may have a devastating outcome for Liz. Meanwhile, Maria helps Dallas in his search for answers and Michael makes an unsettling discovery about himself.

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Irreplaceable
star
7.30
46 votes

#14 - Irreplaceable

All American: Homecoming - Season 1 - Episode 13

As Homecoming week continues, Simone grapples with her role on the tennis team and Thea receives some upsetting news. With Coach Marcus nowhere to be found, an interim coach steps in which creates conflict for Damon and JR as they try to win their most important game. Keisha throws herself into raising funds for Bringston in the hopes of helping to keep her chosen family together, while Cam makes a decision that could have major consequences. Meanwhile, Amara finds herself back in the spotlight with a surprising career opportunity.

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