The Best Episodes Directed By Louise Friedberg

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   9.5/10(2 votes)

   #1 - I Got Here By Myself

   S1:E52/19/2021

   Emma’s return to Minnesota goes to the core of her being. Her secret protected by Esther is her daughter, Freya, being raised by foster parents. Emma wants Freya back but is finally persuaded by Pete to trust him and he will help her. Power shifts further to John in his relationship with Mary when she discovers his past. Rose finds the truth about Emma and John finally tracks his prey.

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   8.3/10(9 votes)

   #2 - The Sanctity of Private Life

   S2:E911/20/2011

   Laura's illness has worsened over the past few months, and Birgitte now feels terrible about failing to recognize it. When Laura's psychiatrist suggests admitting her to a private psychiatric hospital, Birgitte and Phillip immediately agree. This move becomes problematic when Birgitte's own tax reforms force her to pay out of pocket for the hospital cost. At home, Birgitte and Phillip are rediscovering some of their lost love, despite Philip's continued relationship with Cecilie.

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   8.2/10(9 votes)

   #3 - An Extraordinary Remark

   S2:E1011/27/2011

   In the season finale, Birgitte is on a month leave from her post as prime minister to focus on family, and Hans-Christian Thorsen, Labor Party chairman, has positioned himself to be her possible successor. Birgitte is torn about whether or not she will return to work. Meanwhile, as Kasper and Katrine hunt for apartments together, their plan is derailed by an argument about the possibility of having children. Will one of them relent?

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   8.1/10(8 votes)

   #4 - Thou Shalt Not Commit Adultery

   S3:E52/3/2013

   Being accepted as a political party, New Democrats must take a stand on a controversial issue of banning buying sex. Through learning about the issue both Birgitte and Kathrine face their prejudices and their views on the issue change as they get personally more involved. It also affects their personal relations.

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   8.0/10(8 votes)

   #5 - Them and Us

   S2:E610/30/2011

   Kasper's past returns to haunt him as he clears out his parents former home, whilst the Freedom Party suggest lowering the age of criminal responsibility to 12. A move that reveals fundamental differences in the coalition parties.

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   7.9/10(19 votes)

   #6 - The Day Before

   S1:E19/13/2021

   On the eve of the worst crisis in human history, Congresswoman Jennifer Brown clashes with the President. Her children Yorick and Hero reach an emotional crossroads. None of them know their lives are about to change forever.

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   7.6/10(9 votes)

   #7 - Plant a Tree

   S2:E510/23/2011

   Birgitte Nyborg is about to negotiate the environmental element of the new reform package, but she must face the reality of parties unwilling to compromise. Kasper convinces her that underhanded tactics can help win her a majority for the reform. Meanwhile, Katrine receives an unusual job offer that tests her personal beliefs. And at home, Birgitte's children are clearly affected by their mother's stress; Laura in particular.

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   7.5/10(8 votes)

   #8 - Sons of the Past

   S3:E62/10/2013

   The ex-communist professor joins The New Democrats Party.

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   7.2/10(6 votes)

   #9 - Single Combat Warrior

   S1:E310/16/2020

   After mysterious bouts of vertigo, Shepard turns to Dee O’Hara to help him. Meanwhile, Cocoa Beach has transformed from ghost town to perpetual party. Gordo finds himself tempted by another woman. Glenn seeks refuge from the bedlam at a local church gathering, where even he is confronted by temptation. The astronauts’ families arrive in Florida to watch the first test launch of the Atlas Rocket.

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10. 

    6.3/10(11 votes)

    #10 - Would the World Be Kind

    S1:E29/13/2021

    After a mass casualty event wipes out every creature with a Y chromosome, President Jennifer Brown responds to the crisis. Yorick fears he may be the only survivor. Hero attempts to right a wrong.

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    5.1/10(30 votes)

    #11 - Chapter 71

    S6:E611/2/2018

    Claire makes staff changes. The Shepherds try to recruit Doug to their side. With Mark facing intense scrutiny, Jane offers advice.

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