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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 3 Episode 12 - I'm the One Who Just Goes Away
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #1 - I'm the One Who Just Goes Away

    S3:E12

    While on a risk assessment trip to the Trinity National Forest, Bode and Jake attempt a daring rescue despite avalanche danger.

    Director:Bill Purple
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  2. undefined Season 2 Episode 10 - I Do
    8.7/10(3 votes)

    #2 - I Do

    S2:E10

    Gabriela prepares to walk down the aisle on her wedding day as Bode receives some surprising news.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:N/A

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  3. undefined Season 3 Episode 20 - I'd Do It Again (2)
    8.5/10(2 votes)

    #3 - I'd Do It Again (2)

    S3:E20

    Extremely high winds and dangerous conditions push the Zebel Ridge fire into Edgewater, threatening Three Rock and Walter's care facility.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:N/A

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  4. undefined Season 1 Episode 13 - S-I--SICK D-A--DAY
    8.5/10(4 votes)

    #4 - S-I--SICK D-A--DAY

    S1:E13

    Dylan becomes Kenneth’s replacement for JJ when Kenneth also gets sick. Jimmy ends up doing well with Maya’s normal duties, but he tries to keep it from her to avoid her feeling bad. Meanwhile, JJ protects Dylan from a boy she’s interested in. And despite its illness, the family bands together and pulls an all-nighter to finish Ray’s school project.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:N/A

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  5. undefined Season 1 Episode 10 - Hostile Witness
    8.2/10(4 votes)

    #5 - Hostile Witness

    S1:E10

    Kate and Jeanette's worlds collide as the court date arrives, finally forcing the two young women to answer the question on everyone's mind, but the answer comes with a price that not everyone can pay.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:N/A

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  6. undefined Season 1 Episode 18 - Off the Rails
    8.2/10(4 votes)

    #6 - Off the Rails

    S1:E18

    The crews respond to the scene of a train crash where the rescue has the potential to spiral out of control when they discover the train is full of illicit cargo, and Robin, an enigmatic modern-day train hopper, helps injured patients.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:N/A

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  7. undefined Season 2 Episode 1 - Something's Coming
    8.1/10(11 votes)

    #7 - Something's Coming

    S2:E1

    Bode is back in prison where he receives some shocking news. Meanwhile, the station 42 crew responds to a massive earthquake that rocks Edgewater to its core.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:N/A

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  8. undefined Season 4 Episode 16 - Ride the Tiger
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #8 - Ride the Tiger

    S4:E16

    For Chinese New Year, the Huangs play a game where they can only speak in Mandarin, which quickly turns into a tense competition between Jessica and Evan, putting Jessica's first televised interview for her novel in jeopardy. Emery is excited to end his year of bad luck and finally ask his crush to the spring fling, but when he is still having trouble, Louis decides to take matters into his own hands. Meanwhile, Eddie doesn't receive a red envelope from Big Auntie and enlists Grandma Huang's help to figure out why she's angry with him.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:N/A

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  9. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - A Smashing Good Time
    7.8/10(4 votes)

    #9 - A Smashing Good Time

    S1:E2

    It’s time for the annual Skylin Garden Club Party! Year after year after year, the residents of Skylin struggle with the truth around what happened to Kate, keeping their secrets buried and maintaining appearances.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:N/A

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  10. undefined Season 2 Episode 1 - Welcome to Chatham
    7.8/10(4 votes)

    #10 - Welcome to Chatham

    S2:E1

    In Summer 1999, small-town computer genius Megan resents the arrival of outgoing and mysterious foreign exchange student Isabella. Little does she know how her life will change by Summer 2000.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:N/A

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  11. undefined Season 1 Episode 8 - R-A-Y-C RAY-CATION
    7.8/10(6 votes)

    #11 - R-A-Y-C RAY-CATION

    S1:E8

    Maya enlists the family to assist JJ in romancing a girl at school, but it backfires when JJ expresses his feelings to Claire, and they are not reciprocated. Meanwhile, as the DiMeos are always late, Ray has the family practice to get to school in time for his upcoming weekend field trip.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:N/A

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  12. undefined Season 4 Episode 1 - B as in Best Friends
    7.7/10(3 votes)

    #12 - B as in Best Friends

    S4:E1

    Still homeless, the Huangs move in with Honey and Marvin. Jessica’s dreams come true when she gets a chance to compete on “Wheel of Fortune” during Best Friends Week with Honey. Eddie starts high school and is still on the outs with his pals but finds unexpected sympathy from Nicole. Michael Bolton offers to step in at the restaurant to give Louis more time with his family, but does he have an ulterior motive?

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:N/A

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  13. undefined Season 3 Episode 1 - What the Bride Said
    7.6/10(5 votes)

    #13 - What the Bride Said

    S3:E1

    In the midst of Gabriela and Diego's wedding, a helicopter crash ignites chaos and the team immediately jumps into action to stop fires and help victims.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:N/A

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  14. undefined Season 2 Episode 4 - T-TR– TRAINING D-A– DAY
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #14 - T-TR– TRAINING D-A– DAY

    S2:E4

    Jimmy takes JJ camping to give him “the talk,” Maya trains a ragtag group of new aides, and sparks fly between Dylan and Ray’s bully.

    Director:Bill Purple
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  15. undefined Season 4 Episode 10 - Girl Fight
    7.1/10(16 votes)

    #15 - Girl Fight

    S4:E10

    Schmidt quickly regrets trying to understand the politics of a girl fight when one breaks out between Jess and Cece. Meanwhile, Nick goes on a date with Tran's granddaughter, whom Winston believes is hiding a secret.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:N/A

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  16. undefined Season 1 Episode 3 - B-O-N-BONFIRE
    7.1/10(7 votes)

    #16 - B-O-N-BONFIRE

    S1:E3

    While JJ finds success at school with a group of friends, Maya forces the cancellation of the homecoming bonfire, concerned that the beach location is not wheelchair accessible. Soon, the students speak out against JJ. But when Maya realizes she was wrong, the two stage a fake prank to encourage his classmates to have a change of heart. Meanwhile, Jimmy helps Ray settle into the new home.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:N/A

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  17. undefined Season 4 Episode 13 - Coming Out
    6.9/10(13 votes)

    #17 - Coming Out

    S4:E13

    A class trip turns disastrous when Jess tries to avoid showing favoritism to Ryan; Schmidt develops an ulcer; Winston becomes fixated on wearing a crystal.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:N/A

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  18. undefined Season 3 Episode 17 - Sister II
    6.7/10(15 votes)

    #18 - Sister II

    S3:E17

    Jess panics when her sister, Abby decides to stay in Los Angeles and sets her eyes on one of the loftmates. Meanwhile, Winston procrastinates about checking his test results for the LAPD entrance exam

    Director:Bill Purple
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Bill Purple Ratings Summary

"I'm the One Who Just Goes Away" is the best rated episode directed by Bill Purple. It scored 9/10 based on 2 votes. It was written by N/A. It aired on 2/21/2025 and is rated 0.3 points higher than their second-best episode, "I Do".