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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 3 Episode 12 - I'm the One Who Just Goes Away
    9.0/10(3 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
    Writer:N/A

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  2. undefined Season 4 Episode 13 - The Bravest (II)
    8.5/10(2 votes)

    #2 - The Bravest (II)

    S4:E13

    With the clock ticking and the fate of nine missing students on the line, Bode and Deputy Nathan Boone must risk it all in order to save innocent lives. The crossover starts on Sheriff Country S01E013 The Finest (I).

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:N/A

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  3. undefined Season 3 Episode 20 - I'd Do It Again (2)
    8.3/10(3 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 10 - Hostile Witness
    8.1/10(9 votes)

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

    #5 - 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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  6. undefined Season 1 Episode 18 - Off the Rails
    8.0/10(6 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 10 - I Do
    8.0/10(4 votes)

    #7 - 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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  8. undefined Season 2 Episode 1 - Something's Coming
    7.9/10(12 votes)

    #8 - 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.

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    Writer:N/A

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  9. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - A Smashing Good Time
    7.8/10(9 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 4 Episode 1 - B as in Best Friends
    7.7/10(3 votes)

    #10 - 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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  11. undefined Season 3 Episode 11 - Clean Slate
    7.7/10(3 votes)

    #11 - Clean Slate

    S3:E11

    On the eve of Chinese New Year, Jessica pushes the entire family to settle all debts, disputes and grudges to ensure good fortune for the coming year. Unsure if she can contain her temper for the remainder of the day, Jessica enlists Emery to makes sure she keeps her cool. Meanwhile, Louis and Evan go on a wild goose chase to hunt down some hate mail, and Eddie is forced to entertain his super lame cousin, on a special Chinese New Year-themed episode.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:N/A

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  12. undefined Season 5 Episode 18 - It Was Inevitable
    7.7/10(3 votes)

    #12 - It Was Inevitable

    S5:E18

    As Erica's condition worsens, Cooper and Charlotte try to prepare Mason, who's in denial, for the worst; Violet and Pete find that they still have feelings for each other; Addison encourages Amelia to embrace her impending motherhood; and Sheldon and Jake treat a pregnant woman who was jailed for killing her other two children.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:N/A

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  13. undefined Season 3 Episode 1 - What the Bride Said
    7.5/10(6 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
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  14. undefined Season 4 Episode 10 - Girl Fight
    7.3/10(20 votes)

    #14 - 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
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  15. undefined Season 3 Episode 23 - This Isn't Us
    7.2/10(4 votes)

    #15 - This Isn't Us

    S3:E23

    Louis and Jessica make big changes to provide a better life for their family. Yet these changes come with their own set of challenges and possibly a few regrets.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:N/A

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  16. undefined Season 2 Episode 5 - Miracle on Dead Street
    7.0/10(9 votes)

    #16 - Miracle on Dead Street

    S2:E5

    It's the Huangs' first Halloween in the suburbs and Louis is determined to turn their "dead" street into a prime destination for trick-or-treaters. And as Louis, Eddie, Emery, Evan and even Grandma Huang show off their elaborate costumes, Jessica has bigger plans - to protect her investment property from teenage pranksters.

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  17. undefined Season 2 Episode 20 - Hi, My Name Is...
    7.0/10(8 votes)

    #17 - Hi, My Name Is...

    S2:E20

    Evan is excited to open his first bank account, but is unsure if he should use his American name or his Chinese name on the account. As a result, Louis and Jessica reveal how they acquired their American names and recall the first time they met.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:N/A

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  18. undefined Season 4 Episode 10 - On the Carpet
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #18 - On the Carpet

    S4:E10

    As a massive wildfire pushes station 49 to their limits, tough calls on the front lines spark even tougher questions back at headquarters.

    Director:Bill Purple
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  19. undefined Season 4 Episode 13 - Coming Out
    6.9/10(15 votes)

    #19 - 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
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  20. undefined Season 3 Episode 17 - Sister II
    6.8/10(17 votes)

    #20 - 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
    Writer:N/A

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  21. undefined Season 2 Episode 14 - Michael Chang Fever
    6.7/10(9 votes)

    #21 - Michael Chang Fever

    S2:E14

    Louis and Jessica decide to pay tennis legend Billie Jean King to train Emery after finding out that he has great potential. Eddie helps Evan deal with a gambling debt.

    Director:Bill Purple
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  22. undefined Season 4 Episode 2 - Not a Stray
    6.7/10(6 votes)

    #22 - Not a Stray

    S4:E2

    Station 42 faces a high-stakes wildfire situation that tests their unity, leadership and personal resilience; the new battalion chief is on site, but he has a polarizing leadership style that gets under everyone's skin.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:N/A

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  23. undefined Season 2 Episode 1 - Welcome to Chatham
    6.6/10(9 votes)

    #23 - 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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  24. undefined Season 2 Episode 9 - We Done Son
    6.6/10(10 votes)

    #24 - We Done Son

    S2:E9

    Jessica and Honey's friendship hits a rough patch after an argument about the investment property. Louis's old friend Barry overstays his welcome. And Eddie starts a part-time job working for DMX.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:N/A

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  25. undefined Season 2 Episode 24 - Bring the Pain
    6.3/10(8 votes)

    #25 - Bring the Pain

    S2:E24

    Louis' brother pays a visit with some big news. Eddie attempts to find a way to watch Chris Rock's latest comedy special.

    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 3 votes. It was written by N/A. It aired on 2/21/2025 and is rated 0.5 points higher than their second-best episode, "The Bravest (II)".