The BEST episodes directed by Joanna Kerns

Sonata in Three Parts
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8.22
220 votes

#1 - Sonata in Three Parts

Men in Trees - Season 2 - Episode 10

Eager to remain positive after learning that Jack could be in peril, Marin focuses her energy on nursing Cash through his illness. Meanwhile, Patrick asks a young woman out on a date and Jerome's past life brings surprises to Annie. Eric's church group causes discord between Eric and Sara.

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tough stuff
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8.17
110 votes

#2 - tough stuff

A Million Little Things - Season 5 - Episode 12

Gary and Maggie make a difficult decision; Katherine and Greta explore options for the future; Eddie and Delilah realize they need to make a change.

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Blood Cancer Sex Carrots
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8.15
179 votes

#3 - Blood Cancer Sex Carrots

Chasing Life - Season 1 - Episode 3

As things begin to heat up with Dominic, April second-guesses the status of their relationship when she learns he has a reputation as the office playboy. To help take her mind off of Dominic and to start facing the reality of her symptoms, she volunteers for an assignment at work about a supposed cancer-curing miracle juice and finds a confidant and support in the juice maker, Gerald. Meanwhile, Sara makes a surprise connection with one of her therapy patients and hosts an awkward dinner for her new boyfriend, Ben, to meet the family.

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Parties Without Borders
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8.03
33 votes

#4 - Parties Without Borders

Recovery Road - Season 1 - Episode 4

When the residents of an upscale rehab facility have to temporarily move into Springtime Meadows, Vern is elated that his favorite actress Olivia O’Brien is among them. But Olivia isn’t what Vern expected. Maddie is feeling left out of her high school life and decides her boyfriend Zach’s birthday is the perfect opportunity to reclaim her place. But when the celebration turns into a wild party, Maddie is faced with temptation to slip back into her old ways. Flashbacks highlight Vern’s addiction and Cynthia’s efforts to help her best friend get clean.

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My Fallen Idol
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8.00
1728 votes

#5 - My Fallen Idol

Scrubs - Season 5 - Episode 21

Dr. Cox starts drinking after his decisions result in the death of three of his patients. The staff tries to cover for him at the hospital, while everyone tries to convince him how inspiring he is for them. Turk starts his new rotation with orthopedic surgery, but isn't so fond of his attending doctor's touchy-feely methods. Thus, J.D. and the Janitor attempt to help Turk find ways to bond with his new supervisor.

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Flashy Little Flashdancer
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7.88
606 votes

#6 - Flashy Little Flashdancer

The Goldbergs (2013) - Season 5 - Episode 19

After seeing "Flashdance," Beverly decides to take up dance with the Frentas and is rejected when the family doesn't support her after telling them she is going to be in a recital. Meanwhile, when Emmy starts dating a cool guy, Adam thinks their friendship is in jeopardy, so he sets out to be cooler which backfires.

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Things Unsaid
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7.88
151 votes

#7 - Things Unsaid

The Fosters (2013) - Season 1 - Episode 13

When Callie’s probation officer learns of Callie and Brandon’s relationship, it poses serious consequences for both teens. Stef and Lena are forced to take more severe measures to keep them apart. Meanwhile, Stef returns to work, leaving Lena riddled with anxiety. Jesus bonds with his wrestling team but Lena’s reaction to a hazing tradition threatens to shake the hard-earned respect of his teammates. Kelsey’s jealousy over Mariana’s growing attraction to Chase leads Kelsey to expose some nasty secrets from Mariana’s past. Fearing Callie’s actions will get them both sent away from the Fosters’ home, Jude makes preparations.

Dinner with the Goldbergs
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7.88
704 votes

#8 - Dinner with the Goldbergs

The Goldbergs (2013) - Season 5 - Episode 12

Erica warns Geoff about going to dinner with her family, but he insists; by dinner's end, Geoff hits his breaking point.

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How Two-Faced Can You Get
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7.86
154 votes

#9 - How Two-Faced Can You Get

Dynasty (2017) - Season 2 - Episode 17

Fallon’s acquisition of a new publishing company brings an unexpected person from her past into the fold. Blake is suspicious when a disgruntled Jeff shows up on the Atlantix doorstep, and Cristal fears her old family will seek revenge on her new one.

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The Truck Stops Here
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7.86
7 votes

#10 - The Truck Stops Here

Growing Pains - Season 7 - Episode 20

Luke's father George visits the Seavers hoping that Luke has mellowed a little and would like to spend some time with him but Luke doesn't. He was about to leave when he collapses outside the door. He says that can't move, so they take him in. Jason and Ben offer to deliver his load, and they experience all sorts of chaos on the way. Mike thinks that George is faking his injury so that he could stay and Luke would have to talk to him. But the doctor tells Maggie who tells Mike that unless George stops driving trucks, he could become paralyzed. Mike talks to George and tells him to tell Luke but doesn't want Luke to pity him and doesn't anything else to do but be a trucker. Mike suggests that maybe he could open a truck stop. Luke finds George struggling to get up and they finally talk. The next day after Jason and Ben return, George tells them that he is giving up trucking and will open a truck stop and Luke's going with him. Luke says goodbye to the Seavers.

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Vegas, Baby
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7.85
1786 votes

#11 - Vegas, Baby

This Is Us - Season 2 - Episode 16

Kate and Toby go to Las Vegas for their bachelor/bachelorette parties. Jack and Rebecca celebrate their anniversary.

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The Woman in Question
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7.84
311 votes

#12 - The Woman in Question

Why Women Kill - Season 2 - Episode 7

Newly widowed, Rita's elation is short-lived when Catherine questions her innocence in Carlo's death, much to Alma's delight. Dee introduces her parents to Vern at a dinner with multiple shocking revelations.

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Why Is Josh in a Bad Mood?
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7.82
427 votes

#13 - Why Is Josh in a Bad Mood?

Crazy Ex-Girlfriend - Season 1 - Episode 17

Rebecca is hiding a big secret from Paula, which begins to affect their friendship. Josh and Greg switch roles when Josh makes a discovery that angers him, while Greg is happier than he has been in a long time

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Holiday Spirit
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7.81
315 votes

#14 - Holiday Spirit

Ghost Whisperer - Season 3 - Episode 10

Melinda is at the house of young boy named Riley and as they're hanging Christmas ornaments on the tree, Melinda tries to get him to open up about the strange things he has seen.

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George! George Glass!
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7.81
1131 votes

#15 - George! George Glass!

The Goldbergs (2013) - Season 4 - Episode 3

Erica and Adam both take the lead from TV’s “The Brady Bunch” and “George Glass” their crushes. Adam risks bodily harm in an intense game of paintball, and Erica might be embarrassed when her friends see through her fake college-aged boyfriend. Meanwhile, Murray’s stubbornness causes Beverly to miss seeing the Beach Boys at Live Aid,

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Quinceanera
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7.80
183 votes

#16 - Quinceanera

The Fosters (2013) - Season 1 - Episode 4

Mariana's quinceanera is coming up and Lena wants it to be the best. However, when a secret is revealed, it could end the party before it even starts. Lena's mom comes for a visit and Stef gives Brandon a pep talk on the rules of dating when he sees Talya and Callie getting more friendly.

Crash Into Me
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7.80
313 votes

#17 - Crash Into Me

Roswell, New Mexico - Season 2 - Episode 12

As the town prepares for CrashCon, Liz and Max attempt to piece together who may be behind a potentially deadly plan targeting the festival. Elsewhere, Maria and Isobel take drastic measure to learn more about the night Mimi disappeared, while Michael is forced to do someone else's bidding.

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Weekend of Living Dangerously
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7.77
311 votes

#18 - Weekend of Living Dangerously

The Lying Game - Season 1 - Episode 19

Emma wants to find out what really happened on the reservation but Ethan is avoiding her and Sutton is looking to send her packing for good. Curious about his father’s possible link to Derek’s murder, Thayer starts to doubt Alec’s alibi and begins investigating Rebecca’s past. And, Kristin grows increasingly suspicious that Ted is not telling her the entire story when it comes to Justin’s mom.

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Empathy
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7.77
1921 votes

#19 - Empathy

The Good Doctor - Season 2 - Episode 9

Dr. Neil Melendez, Dr. Morgan Reznick, and Dr. Claire Brown grapple with a patient's wish to perform an operation that would keep him from acting on his pedophilic urges. Dr. Shaun Murphy learns a lesson in empathy.

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Talk for Tat
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7.76
194 votes

#20 - Talk for Tat

Men in Trees - Season 1 - Episode 5

As Elmo experiences a record heatwave, Marin realizes the energy bars she has been feeding the raccoon are making him sick. When she turns to Jack for help, she discovers something between them has changed.

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What Goes Up Must Come Down
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7.75
318 votes

#21 - What Goes Up Must Come Down

Switched at Birth - Season 2 - Episode 19

Daphne’s frustration with Jace comes to a head when Parker shares some upsetting news. Nikki confronts her mom about her dad’s history. Meanwhile, John continues to find ways to pay back Regina for saving his life, and Ty and Bay go camping.

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Chapter Eleven
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7.73
587 votes

#22 - Chapter Eleven

Jane the Virgin - Season 1 - Episode 11

When the nuns surprise Jane by offering her a permanent teaching position, she’s excited, but things become complicated when Rogelio offers Jane a writing internship at his telenovela. Alba encourages Xo to keep the promise she made to God about Rogelio. Michael is convinced of Rafael’s involvement with the mysterious Sin Rostro and disobeys his boss’ direct order to leave Rafael alone.

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just in case
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7.73
137 votes

#23 - just in case

A Million Little Things - Season 4 - Episode 20

The strength of Maggie and Gary’s relationship is put to the test once again. Rome makes a sacrifice for a student in distress, Theo turns to an unlikely source to help his mom through a rough patch, and Eddie learns a shocking secret about Anna.

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Han Ukkah Solo
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7.72
1086 votes

#24 - Han Ukkah Solo

The Goldbergs (2013) - Season 4 - Episode 10

After finding out there is only going to be one Hanukkah song in the Holiday Pageant, Beverly convinces Erica to create the perfect song to bring some excitement to the holiday. Erica sees her shot to break into the music business while Barry does his best to prove he too can be a hit maker with music. Meanwhile, Adam’s childlike wonder with movies and entertainment is called into question when things he loved as a child aren’t as good as he remembers.

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A Penny for Your Thoughts, Dollar for Your Dreams
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7.72
277 votes

#25 - A Penny for Your Thoughts, Dollar for Your Dreams

Chicago Med - Season 9 - Episode 8

Archer, Asher and Charles encounter an expecting father who claims he's telepathic and receiving messages from his yet-to-be born son. Ahmad works to thaw out a frozen criminal. Ripley treats Liliana's brother as a favor to Charles.

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Whirly Girlie
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7.72
803 votes

#26 - Whirly Girlie

Pretty Little Liars - Season 5 - Episode 2

With the events of New York behind them and back in Rosewood, the Liars are unsettled to still be living under a cloud of secrets. Aria is haunted by the recent past events, while Emily, Hanna and Spencer try to wrap their head around the new normal. Alison, on the other hand, is still sleeping with one eye open as she is forced to stay at home with her family — who she doesn’t trust. Meanwhile, Jason’s odd behavior and Kenneth DiLaurentis’ search for Jessica starts to raise eyebrows about her disappearance.

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Tight Rope Walker
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7.72
307 votes

#27 - Tight Rope Walker

Switched at Birth - Season 2 - Episode 8

Daphne feels torn when the deaf students at Carlton rally the school board to prevent even more hearing kids from attending through the pilot program. Meanwhile, Bay questions Regina's behavior, Daphne gets the lead in the play and Toby grows closer to Elisa.

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Girl Talk
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7.71
539 votes

#28 - Girl Talk

Fuller House - Season 2 - Episode 7

Kimmy hatches a plan to get the girls' childhood band, Girl Talk, back together. A vengeful video making fun of Ramona goes viral.

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Ghost Bride
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7.70
401 votes

#29 - Ghost Bride

Ghost Whisperer - Season 1 - Episode 10

A ghost of a bride who didn't make it through her wedding night is back with a vengeance haunting her husband's new fiancée to the point of her leaving him at the alter.

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Safety First
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7.69
155 votes

#30 - Safety First

Army Wives - Season 4 - Episode 11

Everyone on post is on high alert as Fort Marshall is on its 99th day without a fatality. Joan finally goes to the doctor and learns what is causing her symptoms. Denise is moved to dispatch duty at work and enlists Pamela’s help to locate a caller in trouble. Trevor proves his leadership skills and gains the trust of the new men under his command, including Jeremy.

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Chapter Sixteen
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7.68
534 votes

#31 - Chapter Sixteen

Jane the Virgin - Season 1 - Episode 16

Jane is feeling distant from Rafael so she focuses on her writing instead, but is stuck with a case of writers block. When Jane runs into Michael he mentions a romance writing workshop, and she thinks she has found the solution. Petra has a solution to finding a musical performer for the Mirabella’s Calle Ocho celebration, but it forces Rafael to ask Rogelio for help. Rogelio is struggling with his new character as a detective, so he gets the brilliant idea to shadow Michael for real cop experience. Xo has made a decision about her life with Rogelio which causes a rift between her and Alba.

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Get Carried Away
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7.68
125 votes

#32 - Get Carried Away

The Baker and the Beauty - Season 1 - Episode 3

Noa invites Daniel on a charity trip to Puerto Rico where things don't go as planned. Vanessa stays close to the Garcias and helps Mateo land his next gig as a DJ. Mari invites Natalie's crush to their house.

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A Tangled Web
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7.67
521 votes

#33 - A Tangled Web

Fuller House - Season 2 - Episode 8

While Jackson pet-sits for Lola, DJ works overtime to help Max ace a school project. Jimmy makes a music video for Stephanie's latest song.

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Short Squeeze
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7.67
685 votes

#34 - Short Squeeze

FBI - Season 3 - Episode 13

When the CEO of a major brokerage firm is shot and killed while surrounded by protesters, the team looks into who had the most to lose from his company's perceived manipulations. Also, Scola's previous Wall Street career and the reasons he left come to light as the financial details of the case begin to unfold.

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The Hero Returns
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7.64
141 votes

#35 - The Hero Returns

Army Wives - Season 2 - Episode 5

Trevor returns home a hero but is conflicted about the praise being showered on him. Frank, still in Iraq, becomes increasingly worried about Denise's newfound independence, particularly her affinity for her new motorcycle. Denise's friendship with Getti continues to grow. Joan's backup during her maternity leave, Lt. Colonel Evan Connors, arrives on post.

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You Can't Always Get What You Want
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7.64
541 votes

#36 - You Can't Always Get What You Want

One Tree Hill - Season 2 - Episode 4

Brooke's new neighbor quickly makes his presence felt among the Tree Hill gang and even comes to Brooke's rescue when she is caught shoplifting. Nathan and Haley have their first post-wedding argument when he buys her a gift rather than a much-needed car. Lucas' attempt to help Dan with rehab ends in disaster when Dan reverts to his old ways. Peyton tries to organize an all-ages club and is tempted to try cocaine to seal the deal.

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My First Thanksgiving with Josh!
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7.63
461 votes

#37 - My First Thanksgiving with Josh!

Crazy Ex-Girlfriend - Season 1 - Episode 6

Rebecca scores an invite to the Chan family Thanksgiving festivities, where Josh’s parents fall in love with her much to Valencia’s dismay. Meanwhile, Greg struggles with taking care of his dad and wanting to pursue his dreams.

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Poker? I Barely Know Her
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7.62
1149 votes

#38 - Poker? I Barely Know Her

Psych - Season 1 - Episode 14

Henry's friend refuses to report his son, Brandon, missing after the son steals 30,000 dollars. Shawn agrees to help locate the son, and finds out that Brandon has been involved in some underground poker. Meanwhile, O'hara tries to surprise Lassiter on his birthday.

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The Benefit of the Right Track
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7.61
552 votes

#39 - The Benefit of the Right Track

Friends with Benefits - Season 1 - Episode 5

Sarah struggles to get off the "Booty Call Track" and onto the "Relationship Track" with paramedic Evan, while Ben works toward the opposite with a girl he met over the weekend. Back at the loft, Fitz, humiliated by Aaron's extravagant gift on their "Roommate-aversary," tries to take Aaron on a fun, low-cost night out.

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…Free As A Bird
star
7.57
116 votes

#40 - …Free As A Bird

Light as a Feather - Season 2 - Episode 2

McKenna and Alex start their court-ordered community service. Violet gives McKenna advice.

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the last dance
star
7.57
113 votes

#41 - the last dance

A Million Little Things - Season 5 - Episode 1

The family of friends gathers once again to celebrate the life of a loved one who dies unexpectedly. Meanwhile, Katherine shows Maggie the secret to registering for baby gifts, and Rome supports his father through a difficult transition.

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Graduation Day
star
7.56
121 votes

#42 - Graduation Day

ER - Season 13 - Episode 2

As their infant son's fate hangs in the balance, Luka and Abby struggle to make the right decisions and keep the faith. Maggie arrives, determined to help. The hospital board meets to fire Luka over the Clemente fiasco; when Weaver confesses that she, not Luka, was responsible, she is demoted to an ER attending. Sam's employer, Eliott, helps her forestall any police investigation of Steve's death. The ER struggles to get back to normal, as old staffers play new roles, and new personnel come on board.

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Fire
star
7.56
75 votes

#43 - Fire

Felicity - Season 4 - Episode 10

Ben focuses all of his attention on studying as he prepares for his organic chemistry final. Felicity decides to follow his example and devote more time to her artwork. She seeks advice from Professor Cavallo on how to improve her work, and spends more time at the studio. Noel grudgingly takes his medication and continues to see a therapist. He considers starting his own graphics company. Felicity asks for Noel's advice about her art project. Noel decides to follow his therapist's recommendation and spend less time with Felicity. Ben grows angry with Trevor for inviting Elena to their study sessions, as they goof off all of the time. Felicity is working in the studio when the building catches on fire. She is unaware of this because the alarms do not sound, and becomes trapped. Noel extinguishes the flames near the door and pulls her outside. Ben and Trevor apologize for their argument and go to see Professor Hodges. They learn that Trevor passed the exam, while Ben scored 9

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The Right Thing To Do
star
7.56
9 votes

#44 - The Right Thing To Do

Judging Amy - Season 3 - Episode 4

Amy must rule on the fate of conjoined twins; Jared proposes to Maxine before taking a job in China; Carole tries to push Vincent away after she learns the lump on her breast is malignant.

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in the room
star
7.55
114 votes

#45 - in the room

A Million Little Things - Season 5 - Episode 3

The ladies treat Maggie to one last hurrah before the baby’s arrival, and the guys attend a Bruins game for the last time. Meanwhile, Eddie toys with the idea of going back to college and Rome anxiously awaits news about his father.

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There's Something About Mira
star
7.55
1333 votes

#46 - There's Something About Mira

Psych - Season 2 - Episode 11

Shawn is shocked when he learns that Gus is married after Gus' wife unexpectedly shows up. She asks the men to take on a missing-persons case.

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…Lost As Eden
star
7.54
125 votes

#47 - …Lost As Eden

Light as a Feather - Season 2 - Episode 1

As McKenna’s life starts to spiral, she finds herself turning to an unlikely ally. The girls head to a party where Alex meets a mysterious woman.

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...Brave as a Lion
star
7.52
56 votes

#48 - ...Brave as a Lion

Light as a Feather - Season 2 - Episode 16

With the curse closing in, the girls must make a tough decision, and one faces a hard truth that could change everything.

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Get a Life
star
7.52
130 votes

#49 - Get a Life

Men in Trees - Season 2 - Episode 14

Morgan Fairchild guest-stars as herself when she arrives in Elmo to sing the national anthem at the opening game for Ben's hockey team, and then decides she wants to buy the rights to Marin's life to be made into a movie. Meanwhile, a kidney donor for Cash is found and Sara discovers Eric's band has a fan club.

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The Slender Threads That Bind Us Here
star
7.50
455 votes

#50 - The Slender Threads That Bind Us Here

Nashville (2012) - Season 4 - Episode 4

Rock star Marcus Keen makes demands on Rayna as she struggles to tend to those around her. Layla and Jeff get into a lover’s quarrel. Jeff arranges for a journalist to shadow Juliette on tour, but after another emotional setback, she leans on pills and alcohol to get through her days, and Zoey returns to see Scarlett