The Best Episodes Directed By James Franco

Every TV Episode Directed by James Franco Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

James Franco Ratings Summary

The best episode directed by James Franco is "Au Reservoir", rated 8.2/10 from 13 user votes. It was "written by David Simon". "Au Reservoir" aired on 10/22/2017 and is rated 0.2 point(s) higher than their second highest rated, "The Principle Is All".

  • Au Reservoir
    8.2/10 13 votes

    #1 - Au Reservoir

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 10/22/2017

    With police pushing their business off the streets, C.C., Larry, Rodney and other pimps worry about becoming obsolete. Candy eyes a different job on Harvey's set as Lori struggles with the demands of porn acting. At her wit's end, Ashley hangs out with Frankie and, later, washes up on Abby's door. Bobby is smitten with an employee.

    Director: James Franco

    Writer: David Simon

  • The Principle Is All
    8.0/10 15 votes

    #2 - The Principle Is All

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 9/24/2017

    The appearance of an unexpected partner surprises Vincent. Rudy buys into a rival's plan to reconfigure the Deuce. Candy considers entering the filmmaking business. Abby languishes in her new job. Darlene works overtime to compensate Larry.

    Director: James Franco

    Writer: David Simon

  • The Truth
    7.8/10 39 votes

    #3 - The Truth

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 3/14/2016

    Everything begins to fall apart as Jake struggles to live two lives: teacher and time traveler. When Sadie's life is threatened, Jake has to make a terrible choice, leaving Bill to his own devices. Lee Harvey Oswald takes steps that will lead him into a date with destiny.

    Director: James Franco

    Writer: Bridget Carpenter

  • This Trust Thing
    6.0/10 5 votes

    #4 - This Trust Thing

    Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 10/14/2019

    In the wake of a personal loss, Candy finds the emotional core of her latest movie. Abby confronts Vincent after she makes an alarming discovery. Paul turns to activism as the AIDS epidemic continues to ravage New York's gay community.

    Director: James Franco

    Writer: Stephani DeLuca

  • They Can Never Go Home
    5.8/10 5 votes

    #5 - They Can Never Go Home

    Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 9/30/2019

    Lori returns to New York for an audition and runs into some familiar faces. Candy speaks to her critics at a Women Against Pornography meeting. Alston takes a drastic step to deliver for Goldman. Vincent and Frankie celebrate an eventful birthday.

    Director: James Franco

    Writer: N/A