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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 2 Episode 9 - Vote for Kennedy, Vote for Kennedy
    8.5/10(21 votes)

    #1 - Vote for Kennedy, Vote for Kennedy

    S2:E9

    Susie lands Midge her first gig on television, but their victory is short-lived when they realize Midge is being punished for her past. Abe is increasingly unhappy in his dream job at Bell Labs while Joel continues to drown in work during late nights at Maisel & Roth.

    Director:Daniel Palladino
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  2. undefined Season 4 Episode 7 - Ethan...Esther...Chaim
    8.3/10(15 votes)

    #2 - Ethan...Esther...Chaim

    S4:E7

    Abe forgets his tobacco. Joel raises a glass with Moishe. Midge learns firsthand about America’s bicameral system of legislature.

    Director:Daniel Palladino
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  3. undefined Season 1 Episode 7 - Put That on Your Plate!
    8.3/10(30 votes)

    #3 - Put That on Your Plate!

    S1:E7

    With Susie's help, Midge hones her act at the Gaslight. Abe surprises the women with a dinner guest, sending Rose into an emotional spiral. Working towards a promotion, Joel conjures up a new plan. Midge stirs up controversy after meeting a big-time comedian.

    Director:Daniel Palladino
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  4. undefined Season 1 Episode 3 - Because You Left
    8.2/10(31 votes)

    #4 - Because You Left

    S1:E3

    After another arrest, Midge finds herself in legal trouble, forcing her to rely on Susie's street smarts. Abe approaches Moishe with an interesting proposition. Lenny Bruce offers some unconventional inspiration for Midge's act.

    Director:Daniel Palladino
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  5. undefined Season 2 Episode 4 - We're Going to the Catskills!
    8.2/10(22 votes)

    #5 - We're Going to the Catskills!

    S2:E4

    The Weissmans arrive in the Catskills for their annual summer trip and attempt to settle into familiar patterns. Whispers of Midge and Joel's separation cause Rose to poke around her daughter's love life. Susie must adjust her summer plans in an effort to keep her and Midge's career momentum going.

    Director:Daniel Palladino
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  6. undefined Season 2 Episode 6 - Let's Face the Music and Dance
    8.2/10(20 votes)

    #6 - Let's Face the Music and Dance

    S2:E6

    With Midge's secret now exposed to Abe, tensions between them are higher than ever. Summer is nearing an end with Susie fully immersed in her Steiner persona and Joel contemplating life as a bachelor. Rose takes advantage of Astrid's fragile state to learn some surprising intel about Noah.

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  7. undefined Season 1 Episode 17 - It's Not a Mint
    7.8/10(5 votes)

    #7 - It's Not a Mint

    S1:E17

    Meanwhile, the girls react in different ways to the boys in their lives: Sasha and Roman get closer, Ginny can't stop staring at Frankie, Boo is caught in the middle of an unintentional triangle and Melanie is being stalked by Dez.

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  8. undefined Season 3 Episode 7 - Marvelous Radio
    7.8/10(24 votes)

    #8 - Marvelous Radio

    S3:E7

    Midge and Susie head back to NYC and hustle for work. Abe is elated when someone publishes a piece he wrote. The Maisels gather for the bris of Astrid's baby.

    Director:Daniel Palladino
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  9. undefined Season 5 Episode 6 - The Testi-Roastial
    7.7/10(15 votes)

    #9 - The Testi-Roastial

    S5:E6

    Susie is honored at the Friars Club.

    Director:Daniel Palladino
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  10. undefined Season 3 Episode 4 - Hands!
    7.7/10(21 votes)

    #10 - Hands!

    S3:E4

    Joel visits Midge in Vegas. Rose and Abe struggle as they adjust to their new life. Susie scores a big win for her new client.

    Director:Daniel Palladino
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  11. undefined Season 5 Episode 8 - The Princess and the Plea
    7.6/10(14 votes)

    #11 - The Princess and the Plea

    S5:E8

    A royal visitor at The Gordon Ford Show gives Midge a chance to shine.

    Director:Daniel Palladino
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  12. undefined Season 3 Episode 3 - Panty Pose
    7.6/10(21 votes)

    #12 - Panty Pose

    S3:E3

    Rose and Abe move into less than desirable new digs. Midge struggles with her act as Shy's tour kicks off. Joel and Mei spark a connection.

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  13. undefined Season 1 Episode 14 - The Astronaut and the Ballerina
    7.6/10(5 votes)

    #13 - The Astronaut and the Ballerina

    S1:E14

    Michelle's brother, Scotty, comes for a visit after yet another failed marriage. Meanwhile, Melanie's new interest in roller derby leaves Ginny feeling abandoned, while Boo and Carl are overwhelmed with child care duties.

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  14. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - Spring
    7.6/10(16 votes)

    #14 - Spring

    S1:E2

    As Rory's secret London love affair continues, working on her book proposal becomes increasingly difficult. Lorelai and Emily go to therapy together.

    Director:Daniel Palladino
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  15. undefined Season 4 Episode 2 - Billy Jones and the Orgy Lamps
    7.5/10(14 votes)

    #15 - Billy Jones and the Orgy Lamps

    S4:E2

    Midge has Abe and Rose over for dinner. Shirley tries to find Joel a new wife. An unexpected cab ride leads to new opportunities.

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  16. undefined Season 1 Episode 3 - Summer
    7.5/10(12 votes)

    #16 - Summer

    S1:E3

    Rory tries to save the Stars Hollow Gazette from shutting down. Lorelai sits on the advisory committee for Taylor's musical. Rory worries about Emily.

    Director:Daniel Palladino
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  17. undefined Season 4 Episode 18 - Tick, Tick, Tick, Boom!
    7.3/10(7 votes)

    #17 - Tick, Tick, Tick, Boom!

    S4:E18

    Jason and Richard are sued. Rory is upset by a decision Dean has made. Dean is told to stop spending time with Rory.

    Director:Daniel Palladino
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  18. undefined Season 4 Episode 3 - Everything is Bellmore
    7.2/10(17 votes)

    #18 - Everything is Bellmore

    S4:E3

    Midge runs into an old friend at work. Susie finds out she has a close friend. Abe’s job gets personal. Rose’s matchmaking business draws attention.

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  19. undefined Season 1 Episode 8 - Blank Up, It's Time
    7.2/10(5 votes)

    #19 - Blank Up, It's Time

    S1:E8

    Michelle is thrown for a loop when she discovers Fanny has a longtime, long-distance boyfriend. And Fanny surprises Michelle again by inviting her to see a play. Meanwhile, Sasha's rebellious behavior starts to affect Fanny's class. Fanny responds by giving Boo a coveted role in an upcoming performance.

    Director:Daniel Palladino
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  20. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Better Luck Next Year!
    7.2/10(5 votes)

    #20 - Better Luck Next Year!

    S1:E4

    A moving truck is being unloaded with everything that was in Michelle's apartment in Vegas, including things that were in the apartment that were not hers, as her landlord packed everything for her. Not having enough space for the things to be nicely put away, Michelle shoves them into the guesthouse and goes to sleep. Fanny wakes up Michelle in the middle of the night to talk and help her unpack or get organised and agrees to letting Michelle "borrow" her stove, as the kitchen in the guest house does not function. The next morning, Michelle gets caught eating chips and soda in her underwear by some of the ballet students.

    Director:Daniel Palladino
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  21. undefined Season 5 Episode 2 - It's a Man, Man, Man, Man World
    7.1/10(16 votes)

    #21 - It's a Man, Man, Man, Man World

    S5:E2

    It’s Midge’s first day at her new job. Anybody know The Caisson Song?

    Director:Daniel Palladino
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  22. undefined Season 5 Episode 2 - A Messenger, Nothing More
    7.0/10(8 votes)

    #22 - A Messenger, Nothing More

    S5:E2

    After Rory apologizes to Lorelai, she sends a letter from Europe, which has unintended consequences. Meanwhile, Luke returns home.

    Director:Daniel Palladino
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  23. undefined Season 6 Episode 15 - A Vineyard Valentine
    6.8/10(9 votes)

    #23 - A Vineyard Valentine

    S6:E15

    Rory, Lorelai and their beaus spend Valentine's Day weekend on Martha's Vineyard. During their stay, Rory's boyfriend saves the day.

    Director:Daniel Palladino
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  24. undefined Season 6 Episode 18 - The Real Paul Anka
    6.8/10(9 votes)

    #24 - The Real Paul Anka

    S6:E18

    Unhappy because Rory hasn't really forgiven him, Logan takes off with his friends. Rory runs into Luke and April at a bookstore in Philadelphia.

    Director:Daniel Palladino
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  25. undefined Season 5 Episode 14 - Say Something
    6.7/10(6 votes)

    #25 - Say Something

    S5:E14

    After the disastrous scene at her parents' recent social event, Lorelai begs her boyfriend not to give up on their relationship.

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Daniel Palladino Ratings Summary

"Vote for Kennedy, Vote for Kennedy" is the best rated episode directed by Daniel Palladino. It scored 8.476/10 based on 21 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, "Ethan...Esther...Chaim".