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The Best Episodes Directed By Amy Sherman Palladino

Every TV Episode Directed by Amy Sherman Palladino Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 2 Episode 5 - Midnight at the Concord
    8.8/10(25 votes)

    #1 - Midnight at the Concord

    S2:E5

    Summer season at Steiner Mountain Resort continues as Moishe and Shirley join the group, disturbing Abe's peace. Susie tries to ward off a new friend while keeping a low profile at the resort. Midge jumps at the opportunity to redeem herself at B. Altman.

    Director:Amy Sherman-Palladino
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  2. undefined Season 1 Episode 8 - Thank You and Good Night
    8.7/10(33 votes)

    #2 - Thank You and Good Night

    S1:E8

    In the Season One finale, Midge and Susie deal with the repercussions of Midge's off-script takedown of a famous comedian. With tensions still high at the Weissman household, Rose makes some bold changes. Midge and Joel reunite for Ethan's birthday party.

    Director:Amy Sherman-Palladino
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  3. undefined Season 5 Episode 9 - Four Minutes
    8.5/10(16 votes)

    #3 - Four Minutes

    S5:E9

    The very last episode of the series.

    Director:Amy Sherman-Palladino
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  4. undefined Season 2 Episode 10 - All Alone
    8.5/10(24 votes)

    #4 - All Alone

    S2:E10

    Midge and Rose begin planning for Midge's future as Benjamin attempts to impress Abe. Joel stresses over his next move, while Abe is presented with some big decisions of his own. Meanwhile, Susie tries to smooth things over for Midge.

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  5. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - Ya Shivu v Bolshom Dome Na Kholme
    8.4/10(37 votes)

    #5 - Ya Shivu v Bolshom Dome Na Kholme

    S1:E2

    Midge's life is in a tailspin in the wake of Joel leaving. Midge and Joel's parents butt heads while trying to keep their family together. Susie pushes Midge to get back on stage and find her voice.

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  6. undefined Season 2 Episode 2 - Mid-way to Mid-town
    8.3/10(23 votes)

    #6 - Mid-way to Mid-town

    S2:E2

    Midge and Susie continue building Midge's standup career despite Midge's reluctance to tell her family and friends. Abe and Rose enjoy a new lifestyle. Joel offers some business advice to his parents and makes an effort to do right by Midge.

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  7. undefined Season 2 Episode 1 - Simone
    8.0/10(29 votes)

    #7 - Simone

    S2:E1

    Midge takes the stage for a foreign audience, while Abe and Rose find themselves in a new world. Susie experiences the repercussions of having a bad reputation in the business, as Joel regroups after quitting his job.

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  8. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - The Disappointment of the Dionne Quintuplets
    8.0/10(33 votes)

    #8 - The Disappointment of the Dionne Quintuplets

    S1:E4

    Midge begins to move on from her once perfect life. Susie shows Midge the ropes while going on a tour of New York comedy clubs. Rose takes a bit too much pleasure in Midge's new living arrangements.

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  9. undefined Season 1 Episode 5 - Doink
    7.9/10(32 votes)

    #9 - Doink

    S1:E5

    Midge dives into a new line of work and makes some quirky friends along the way. Susie continues her emphatic quest to keep Midge's career moving forward, but gets hit with a couple setbacks. Both Midge and Joel experience the downsides of their new lifestyles.

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  10. undefined Season 4 Episode 6 - Maisel vs. Lennon: The Cut Contest
    7.8/10(18 votes)

    #10 - Maisel vs. Lennon: The Cut Contest

    S4:E6

    Word of Midge's act is spreading. Imogene gets a new job and a new name. Sophie just wants to help.

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  11. undefined Season 3 Episode 8 - A Jewish Girl Walks Into the Apollo...
    7.8/10(26 votes)

    #11 - A Jewish Girl Walks Into the Apollo...

    S3:E8

    Joel readies his club for its grand opening. Midge asks Moishe for a favor. Susie suffers a loss and turns to an unexpected source for help. Midge learns a hard show business lesson.

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  12. undefined Season 4 Episode 8 - How Do You Get to Carnegie Hall?
    7.7/10(18 votes)

    #12 - How Do You Get to Carnegie Hall?

    S4:E8

    Midge and Joel debate Greek mythology. Susie finds a second phone line. A blizzard brings unexpected consequences.

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  13. undefined Season 4 Episode 4 - Interesting People on Christopher Street
    7.7/10(16 votes)

    #13 - Interesting People on Christopher Street

    S4:E4

    Midge establishes new rules. Susie gets a leg up from old friends. Abe has more in common with Asher than he thought.

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  14. undefined Season 4 Episode 1 - Rumble on the Wonder Wheel
    7.7/10(18 votes)

    #14 - Rumble on the Wonder Wheel

    S4:E1

    Midge returns with a new game plan after getting kicked off Shy Baldwin's tour. Joel is too successful for his own good. Susie finds a creative way to get the cash she needs.

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  15. undefined Season 3 Episode 6 - Kind of Bleau
    7.7/10(27 votes)

    #15 - Kind of Bleau

    S3:E6

    Abe and Rose find respite from Queens while visiting Midge. Joel and Mei squabble over a liquor license for the bar. Midge helps Shy out of a scrape.

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  16. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Winter
    7.7/10(34 votes)

    #16 - Winter

    S1:E1

    Fresh from a career high, Rory pays a visit to Stars Hollow. Emily copes with Richard's death. The inn keeps Lorelai busy as she ponders her future.

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  17. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Fall
    7.7/10(15 votes)

    #17 - Fall

    S1:E4

    At odds with the most important people in her life, Lorelai seeks wisdom in nature. Rory goes out for a wild night with an unexpected crowd.

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  18. undefined Season 3 Episode 1 - Strike Up the Band
    7.6/10(32 votes)

    #18 - Strike Up the Band

    S3:E1

    Midge performs at a USO show ahead of touring with Shy while Susie learns the ins and outs of contract negotiation. Abe and Rose grapple with their new financial situation. Joel finds the perfect spot for his new club until he discovers the space isn't as it appears.

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  19. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.6/10(8 votes)

    #19 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    Michelle Simms had a promising career as a classically-trained professional dancer but was drawn to the lights of Las Vegas. Now, with a dead-end job as a 30-something showgirl, she's found the excitement of Sin City has lost its appeal, and her persistent suitor, Hubbell Flowers, is gaining it. With promises of a cushy life in his coastal town of Paradise, CA., Hubbell convinces Michelle to marry him and move away. Once in there, Michelle discovers that Hubbell forgot to mention that he lives with his mother, the strong-headed, imperious Fanny Flowers, who is not pleased that Hubbell has run off and married a stranger.

    Director:Amy Sherman-Palladino
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  20. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - For Fanny
    7.6/10(7 votes)

    #20 - For Fanny

    S1:E2

    Michelle's rocky start with her new mother-in-law finally seems to smooth out, until an unexpected occurrence turns everything on end. Michelle quickly finds herself back at odds with Fanny, but at the same time wanting to empathize with her. Inspired by Fanny's students, Michelle has an idea to help Fanny face the reality of the situation.

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  21. undefined Season 1 Episode 18 - Next!
    7.6/10(5 votes)

    #21 - Next!

    S1:E18

    The girls secretly follow Michelle to a Broadway musical audition in Hollywood. Meanwhile, Fanny returns. Michelle's brother, Scotty, pops back up unannounced. And Sasha thinks the girls need to take their relationships with their boyfriends to the next level.

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  22. undefined Season 1 Episode 21 - Love, Daisies and Troubadours
    7.5/10(13 votes)

    #22 - Love, Daisies and Troubadours

    S1:E21

    Rory finally tells Dean the truth about how she feels about him. Sensing something between Lorelai and Luke, Rachel makes a decision.

    Director:Amy Sherman-Palladino
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  23. undefined Season 2 Episode 16 - There's the Rub
    7.5/10(11 votes)

    #23 - There's the Rub

    S2:E16

    Lorelai and Emily's weekend at a spa doesn't go as planned. Meanwhile, Rory's night alone becomes difficult when Paris, Jess and Dean arrive.

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  24. undefined Season 3 Episode 8 - Let the Games Begin
    7.5/10(11 votes)

    #24 - Let the Games Begin

    S3:E8

    Lorelai, Rory, Richard and Emily visit Richard's alma mater, but Richard causes trouble by secretly making some arrangements in advance.

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  25. undefined Season 3 Episode 21 - Here Comes the Son
    7.5/10(11 votes)

    #25 - Here Comes the Son

    S3:E21

    Jess travels across the country for a visit. Rory helps Emily choose an outfit for Rory's graduation, resulting in a conflict with Lorelai.

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Amy Sherman-Palladino Ratings Summary

"Midnight at the Concord" is the best rated episode directed by Amy Sherman-Palladino. It scored 8.8/10 based on 25 votes. It was written by N/A. It aired on 12/4/2018 and is rated 0.1 points higher than their second-best episode, "Thank You and Good Night".