The BEST episodes written by Jonathan Tolins

The End of All We Hold Dear: What Happens When Democracies Fail: A Brief Synopsis
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758 votes

#1 - The End of All We Hold Dear: What Happens When Democracies Fail: A Brief Synopsis

BrainDead - Season 1 - Episode 13

In the season finale, Laurel discovers the secret to driving the bugs out of a person's brain and tests the tactic on her father. Armed with new knowledge, Laurel and Gareth attempt to expel the Queen bug out of Red's head once and for all.

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Six Points on the New Congressional Budget: The False Dichotomy of Austerity vs. Expansionary Policies
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821 votes

#2 - Six Points on the New Congressional Budget: The False Dichotomy of Austerity vs. Expansionary Policies

BrainDead - Season 1 - Episode 11

Luke and Laurel rush to uncover Red's secret agenda, which is buried in a massive new budget bill. Also, Gareth inadvertently witnesses an unsettling bug encounter in Red's office.

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Taking on Water: How Leaks in D.C. are Discovered and Patched
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830 votes

#3 - Taking on Water: How Leaks in D.C. are Discovered and Patched

BrainDead - Season 1 - Episode 9

Senator Red Wheatus hires a special investigator to dig into the Healy family’s financial and personal history. Also, when Gareth learns some sordid details about Laurel’s romantic past, it puts a strain on their budding relationship.

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By the Book
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7.76
239 votes

#4 - By the Book

East New York - Season 1 - Episode 11

When a dancer is found on the New York City subway tracks, Killian and Morales’ investigation into her mysterious death challenges their tried-and-true detective work. Also, the grand opening of Goody’s is put in jeopardy and Quinlan and Bentley’s relationship hits a speedbump.

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Once there was a court…
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492 votes

#5 - Once there was a court…

The Good Fight - Season 5 - Episode 2

Diane and Marissa find themselves arguing at the Circuit 9 3/4 Court, led by the quirky "Judge" Hal Wackner. Meanwhile, Carmen Moyo proves herself to be an effective, yet underestimated, new associate.

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The Harder They Fall
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198 votes

#6 - The Harder They Fall

East New York - Season 1 - Episode 19

After an assistant district attorney is found dead following a court appearance, Haywood and Suarez face enormous pressure to solve the case. Also, Killian turns to a questionable source for help with a personal problem.

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The One About the End of the World
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7.72
779 votes

#7 - The One About the End of the World

The Good Fight - Season 3 - Episode 10

Blum is out for revenge when he represents a group of Reddick, Boseman & Lockhart's ex-clients who claim the firm overcharged them. When Lucca finds out she's a candidate for an open partner position, she begins to question her reputation within the firm. Diane helps Kurt with a work project.

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Day 478
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7.72
1075 votes

#8 - Day 478

The Good Fight - Season 2 - Episode 11

Heated debates occur at the firm when Liz and Maia represent a well-known photographer, Ron Williams, suing a woman who provided an account of their relationship to a website. Jay continues to investigate possible suspects in Adrian’s shooting while Diane receives surprising news from her accountant.

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The Gang Tries to Serve a Subpoena
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664 votes

#9 - The Gang Tries to Serve a Subpoena

The Good Fight - Season 4 - Episode 2

Reddick, Boseman & Lockhart attempt to adjust to their new landscape as a small subsidiary of STR Laurie, a huge multi-national law firm. Diane encounters a familiar face in court, Louis Canning, during an eminent domain case against a large real estate developer, Rare Orchard. Lucca is given an exciting, high-profile divorce case, however it comes with an unexpected partner, David Lee.

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Day 429
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7.70
1195 votes

#10 - Day 429

The Good Fight - Season 2 - Episode 4

Liz decides to represent her son’s favorite teacher after she senses the school fired him for illegitimate reasons. Lucca enlists the help of Elsbeth Tascioni when an unanticipated lawsuit hits close to home. Despite the recent chemical scare, the firm throws a party to celebrate their new offices.

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Goring Oxes: How You Can Survive the War on Government Through Five Easy Steps
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964 votes

#11 - Goring Oxes: How You Can Survive the War on Government Through Five Easy Steps

BrainDead - Season 1 - Episode 3

When a bizarre and deadly incident takes place on live television, Agent Onofrio's investigation into it causes Laurel, Gustav and Rochelle to dig deeper into the bug mystery. Luke attempts to cover up his affair with his Chief of Staff, Scarlett, before his opponent for the minority whip position, Senator Ella Poundstone, can make it public.

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The One where Diane Joins the Resistance
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7.60
848 votes

#12 - The One where Diane Joins the Resistance

The Good Fight - Season 3 - Episode 3

Diane is encouraged to "do something" after meeting the leader of a female resistance group whose aim is to sink POTUS approval rating. Maia and Blum's plan for a plea deal goes awry when Assistant State's Attorney Spencer Zschau takes over the case. Lucca receives a surprising new divorce referral while Marissa helps Julius find a campaign manager to support his run for federal judgeship.

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A Fitting Finale
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373 votes

#13 - A Fitting Finale

Elsbeth - Season 1 - Episode 10

When an unlikable fashion photographer is murdered in the middle of a fashion show, Elsbeth and the team suspect the killer to be either the photographer’s college ex – and leading model of the show – or her jealous husband. Meanwhile, Elsbeth’s role at the precinct is thrown into question.

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The End of Playing Games
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317 votes

#14 - The End of Playing Games

The Good Fight - Season 6 - Episode 8

While STR Laurie is investigated by the FBI, Liz and Ri'Chard attempt to take their clients. As they fight to extricate themselves from STR Laurie, Ri’chard and Liz must decide who is head of the firm. Meanwhile, Diane is forced to expose her PT-108 treatment.

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Subscription to Murder
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268 votes

#15 - Subscription to Murder

Elsbeth - Season 2 - Episode 1

When a womanizing finance executive is found stabbed to death after a night at the opera, Elsbeth suspects an obsessed opera lover was driven to murder because of a ringing cell phone. Meanwhile, Elsbeth, Captain Wagner and Kaya must adjust to changes in the precinct as the consequences of Noonan’s wrongdoing continue to loom.

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Doorway to Where
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155 votes

#16 - Doorway to Where

Schmigadoon! - Season 2 - Episode 2

As Josh makes a new friend in jail, Melissa hires a lawyer and goes undercover to clear his name.

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The End of the Yips
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7.34
356 votes

#17 - The End of the Yips

The Good Fight - Season 6 - Episode 2

As Diane encounters her first “therapy” session, she begins to see everything in a positive light. After agreeing to participate in a student project about Black female attorneys, Liz must find a way to prevent an unfair takedown of her reputation. Eli Gold returns to help Marissa in court.

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Reality Shock
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7.33
420 votes

#18 - Reality Shock

Elsbeth - Season 1 - Episode 3

When a larger-than-life reality TV star is found dead in her bathtub, Elsbeth and Kaya investigate the circumstances around her death to determine if it was an accident or murder. As they get deeper into the events surrounding her demise, they meet Skip Mason, the mercurial producer behind the popular, guilty-pleasure reality series “Lavish Ladies,” who becomes a prime suspect after he is accused of going to dangerous lengths to concoct “good TV.”

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