The BEST episodes written by Jesse Zwick

Fire and Rain
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8.21
964 votes

#1 - Fire and Rain

Nashville (2012) - Season 5 - Episode 11

Juliette helps Maddie navigate the wave of attention she receives after her performance at the CMT Music Awards. Zach demands the masters from Rayna and Deacon's unfinished album.

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Lean In
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7.76
186 votes

#2 - Lean In

Parenthood (2010) - Season 6 - Episode 9

Tension between Dylan and Max reaches a fever pitch at the Chambers' Academy Open House. Kristina and Adam find themselves tangled in the conflict. Hank is thrilled to see Ruby excited about her school play, but an unexpected encounter with Mark Cyr rocks the boat. Meanwhile, Zeek recruits Drew for help with a secret mission.

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Love Hurts
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7.73
923 votes

#3 - Love Hurts

Nashville (2012) - Season 5 - Episode 5

The Exes make a music video. Scarlett and the director, Damien George, fight over their differences. Clay and Maddie’s relationship builds. Clay shows Maddie a different part of town.

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The Scale of Affection Is Fluid
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7.69
194 votes

#4 - The Scale of Affection Is Fluid

Parenthood (2010) - Season 6 - Episode 5

Max gathers intel on his new friend in search of common ground. Though Kristina fears he'll get his heart broken, he is more determined than ever to pursue this new relationship -- especially after some botched advice from Adam. Amber makes an unexpected connection and finds herself smitten. Julia's new love interest shows up at the family BBQ and runs into Joel. Crosby lets loose with Zeek and Jasmine grows concerned about her husband.

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Speed Trap Town
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7.64
635 votes

#5 - Speed Trap Town

Nashville (2012) - Season 5 - Episode 20

Gunnar visits his hometown and faces the ghosts of his past. Maddie and Juliette are nominated for the same music award. Deacon helps Jessie record. Scarlett learns self-defense.

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Second Chances
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7.61
407 votes

#6 - Second Chances

Nashville (2012) - Season 6 - Episode 2

Deacon goes on a date with a familiar face. Juliette dives into a self-help movement. Will and Gunnar invite Avery to perform with them. Scarlett is reminded how her career has had a positive influence on fans. Daphne reaches out to Jake.

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Trouble in Candyland
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7.59
442 votes

#7 - Trouble in Candyland

Parenthood (2010) - Season 4 - Episode 10

Mark becomes increasingly impatient as Sarah tries to help Hank reconnect with his family; Julia asks Kristina for advice when Victor gets frustrated with school; Adam and Crosby try to save the Luncheonette and record an album for Glen Hansard.

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Pick Yourself Up
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7.48
283 votes

#8 - Pick Yourself Up

Nashville (2012) - Season 6 - Episode 9

After his collapse while performing at the late night show, Will recovers in the hospital and frets about his future. Brad gets a restraining order against Deacon, fueling conflict between Deacon and Jessie. The media get wind of Juliette’s extended stay in South America and begin harassing Avery about it. Maddie gets caught up in the fast lane lifestyle of Jonah Ford.

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