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The Best Episodes Directed By Helen Shaver

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 10 Episode 8 - Persona
    8.4/10(6 votes)

    S10:E8

    Benson finds herself going the extra mile to protect a woman abused by her spouse. The investigation turns up information regarding a long-forgotten case of 2nd degree murder and escape.

    Director:Helen Shaver
    Writer:N/A

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  2. undefined Season 11 Episode 3 - Solitary
    8.4/10(7 votes)

    S11:E3

    When Lily Milton is reported missing, her boyfriend, Parker Hubbard, points Detectives Benson and Stabler in the direction of Callum Donovan, Lily's downstairs neighbor and convicted bank robber who spent nineteen years in solitary confinement. During the investigation into Donovan's alibi, Lily is found alive, adding a surprising twist to the case and exposing more of Donovan's dark past.

    Director:Helen Shaver
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  3. undefined Season 12 Episode 3 - Behave
    8.4/10(10 votes)

    S12:E3

    A woman who has been raped multiple times is afraid to leave her house. The issue of unopened rape kits will see Detective Olivia Benson travel from New York City to Los Angeles.

    Director:Helen Shaver
    Writer:N/A

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  4. undefined Season 12 Episode 9 - Gray
    8.4/10(7 votes)

    S12:E9

    Stabler's participation in a Take Back the Night rally at Kathleen's campus results in an extra case for him and Benson when a student claims she was raped. Unfortunately, the case turns out to be a "he said-she said" type with little evidence. Enter Sonya Paxton, and it can only get more complicated.

    Director:Helen Shaver
    Writer:N/A

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  5. undefined Season 12 Episode 24 - Smoked
    8.2/10(11 votes)

    S12:E24

    When a woman is murdered during an afternoon shopping trip with her daughter, Detectives Benson and Stabler are called in because she was scheduled to testify in their high-profile rape case. As the detectives continue to investigate the correlation between the murder and their case, they discover unlikely friendships that will lead them to the truth.

    Director:Helen Shaver
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  6. undefined Season 9 Episode 11 - Streetwise
    8.1/10(7 votes)

    S9:E11

    A Park Avenue socialite's body is found in NYC'S Central Park, and Detectives Benson and Stabler initially suspect her wealthy boyfriend.

    Director:Helen Shaver
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  7. undefined Season 12 Episode 18 - Bully
    8.1/10(7 votes)

    S12:E18

    An art patron finds a body, and when detectives question the murdered woman's good friend and associates, they uncover an antagonistic work environment filled with grown-up bullies.

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  8. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - I Am No Bird, and No Net Ensnares Me
    7.9/10(34 votes)

    S1:E2

    Hoping all is not lost, Matthew races to catch up with Anne while Marilla anxiously hopes and waits for their return to Green Gables.

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  9. undefined Season 3 Episode 5 - The Usurper
    7.8/10(57 votes)

    S3:E5

    The fleet returns to Kattegat to discover tragic circumstances await.

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  10. undefined Season 3 Episode 6 - Born Again
    7.8/10(58 votes)

    S3:E6

    Preparations for the Paris raid pick up speed, and Rollo thinks about the Seer's prophecy.

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  11. undefined Season 12 Episode 14 - Dirty
    7.6/10(7 votes)

    S12:E14

    Detective Saliyah "Sunny" Qadri goes in search of Brooklyn District Attorney Page Ferguson, who she fears may be in danger. Qadri finds Ferguson just in time to witness her fall from the top of a parking garage. When Benson arrives, she discovers that the crime scene has been tampered with. Benson turns to an old friend, Assistant U.S. Attorney Christine Danielson for help. As the investigation progresses, Benson begins to question Ferguson's suspicious past and Qadri's involvement in the case.

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  12. undefined Season 4 Episode 4 - Yol
    7.5/10(51 votes)

    S4:E4

    King Aelle goes to Wessex for Christmas and is not impressed with how family relations are developing. Rollo's future hangs in the balance.

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  13. undefined Season 3 Episode 7 - Passed Pawn
    7.4/10(94 votes)

    S3:E7

    Caleb gets an insight on the true nature of his past; Dolores seeks out Rehoboam's predecessor, while Maeve tracks her down; Bernard, Stubbs, and William escape from all the chaos.

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  14. undefined Season 1 Episode 3 - Tape 2, Side A
    7.4/10(66 votes)

    S1:E3

    Jealousy and gossip take a toll on Hannah's relationships. As Alex struggles with feelings of regret, the guys pressure Clay into getting drunk.

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  15. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Tape 2, Side B
    7.3/10(63 votes)

    S1:E4

    Hannah thinks someone is stalking her and sets a trap. Hannah's mother confronts the principal, and Clay strikes back at someone who wronged Hannah.

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  16. undefined Season 4 Episode 5 - Promised
    7.3/10(51 votes)

    S4:E5

    There's an air of betrayal as those whom Odo trusts plot against him. Ecbert agrees to support Kwenthrith in Mercia. Pregnancy brings happiness to Lagertha and Kalf and a marriage is arranged.

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  17. undefined Season 6 Episode 15 - All at Sea
    7.2/10(28 votes)

    S6:E15

    Factions in Greenland spill blood, driving Ubbe's company away. Troops under Ivar and Dir seize Kiev for Prince Igor. Gunnhild makes a fateful choice.

    Director:Helen Shaver
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  18. undefined Season 11 Episode 18 - Bedtime
    7.2/10(6 votes)

    S11:E18

    When a journalist is found raped and murdered in her own bed, Cragen is able to connect this particular case to another five murders that happened thirty years ago, committed by the "Bedtime Butcher". To uncover the truth behind the crimes, Benson goes undercover in order to find the real killer.

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  19. undefined Season 5 Episode 18 - Baldur
    7.1/10(40 votes)

    S5:E18

    Hvitserk is severely tested. Floki makes an amazing discovery. Freydis gives Ivar a surprise. Ubbe negotiates with the three Danish Kings that have massed their armies in Reading, but the negotiations may have a perilous outcome.

    Director:Helen Shaver
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  20. undefined Season 5 Episode 17 - The Most Terrible Thing
    7.1/10(40 votes)

    S5:E17

    An unexpected turn amongst the settlers leaves Floki powerless. King Alfred confronts Judith. In York, Bjorn must strike a deal with Harald. Wessex is once again threatened by a Viking force, but who will lead the Saxon army to defend the Realm?

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  21. undefined Season 6 Episode 14 - Lost Souls
    7.1/10(29 votes)

    S6:E14

    As his enemies scheme for power, Harald prepares for his coronation and chooses a queen. Ubbe's party reaches shore — but not the one they're seeking.

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Helen Shaver Ratings Summary

"Persona" is the best rated episode directed by Helen Shaver. It scored 8.4/10 from 6 votes. It was written by N/A. It aired on November 25, 2008.