The BEST episodes directed by Kerry Washington

7.95

182 votes

#1 - Lowkey Trying

Insecure - Season 4 - Episode 9

Issa considers doing Nathan a platonic favor. Meanwhile, both Dr. Rhonda and Andrew ask Molly to consider a different approach in dealing with people who've wronged her, and Issa extends a timely olive branch.

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7.89

136 votes

#2 - Surviving, Okay?!

Insecure - Season 5 - Episode 5

A family emergency finds Molly stretched thin between taking care of loved ones, staying on top of work, and zeroing in on her own perceived shortcomings. As a hectic day unfolds, Issa and her new man grow closer than ever.

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7.74

883 votes

#3 - The People v. Olivia Pope

Scandal (2012) - Season 7 - Episode 10

When Olivia agrees to join Fitz in Vermont for what she thinks will be a relaxing getaway, she is shocked to find that her closest friends have orchestrated a relentless intervention. Back in Washington, Cyrus finally reveals his suspicions to Mellie about Olivia and Jake’s extracurricular activities.

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7.03

147 votes

#4 - Can't Knock the Hustle

Reasonable Doubt (2022) - Season 1 - Episode 1

Jax Stewart, a brilliant and fearless defense attorney in Los Angeles, juggles work, family, friends, and a complicated personal life while bucking the justice system every chance she gets as she’s faced with a potential high-profile client.

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6.94

109 votes

#5 - Smile More If Lying Fails

SMILF - Season 2 - Episode 7

At a cookout celebrating Eliza’s graduation, Bridgette comes to terms with the unacknowledged racial divide between the two friends while Eliza admits that Bridgette’s disconnect is ultimately what gives their friendship strength.

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