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The Best Episodes Directed By Michael Engler

Every TV Episode Directed by Michael Engler Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

Michael Engler Ratings Summary

"Taking the Plunge" is the best rated episode directed by Michael Engler. It scored 9.3/10 based on 3 votes. It was written by N/A. It aired on 11/15/2010 and is rated 0.0 points higher than their second-best episode, "Out, Damned Spot".

  • Taking the Plunge
    9.3/103 votes

    #1 - Taking the Plunge

    Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 11/15/2010

    Rebecca reveals a secret to Sean that reconnects them. Dr. Todd tells Paul and Cathy that the bee therapy did not work. Cathy reconsiders her options. Adam finally shows his softer side in an unexpected way.

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: N/A

  • Out, Damned Spot
    9.3/103 votes

    #2 - Out, Damned Spot

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 2/11/2015

    Vernon is caught in the middle of a very sticky situation. Meanwhile, Jamal is rising to stardom, but his newfound drive and ambition might stir up trouble in his relationships. To make matters worse, a mystery woman (guest star Raven Symone) from the family's past shows up with a huge surprise.

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: Eric Haywood

  • Tell Me a Secret
    9.0/101 votes

    #3 - Tell Me a Secret

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 10/13/2016

    After Megan provides Julia with breaking news about a murdered college football player, a young man is accused of killing the student via an app which allows users to broadcast anonymous messages. Jake decides to take on the case once he learns the suspect is the son of a high school friend. Meanwhile, Levi is troubled by photos and information revealed during Oscar's interview from jail,

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: Terrence Coli

  • I'll Take You
    8.7/107 votes

    #4 - I'll Take You

    Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 5/19/2002

    Claire seems to be finding some direction in her life, and a newly serious Billy is an unlikely choice to help her. Tensions between Nate and Brenda finally come to a head, while Keith has a problem that threatens everything he has worked towards in his relationship with David.

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: Joey Soloway

  • There's No C in Team
    8.7/103 votes

    #5 - There's No C in Team

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 8/30/2010

    When Cathy's attempt to connect to the people closest to her fails, she signs up for a well-meaning but overbearing cancer support group. Adam rebuffs Cathy's attempts to connect with him, so she decides to put together a dinner party with Andrea, Sean and Daphne. Meanwhile, Paul tries to win back his wife's love with an elaborately romantic gesture. Marlene discovers Cathy's cancer secret in a most unusual way.

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: Jenny Bicks

  • Do You Believe In Ghosts... Yes!
    8.5/102 votes

    #6 - Do You Believe In Ghosts... Yes!

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 10/2/2012

    Ryan hallucinates seeing his dead wife Janie. He takes it as a sign that he has to take of himself. Steven has broken up with Ashley, so he and Ryan go out on the town. In group, Lauren tells the group she has to pass her real estate exam.

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: Mathew Harawitz

  • Kimmy is Bad at Math!
    8.5/1013 votes

    #7 - Kimmy is Bad at Math!

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 3/6/2015

    Dong tries to teach Kimmy math and Kimmy tries to convince Jacqueline to get a divorce.

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: Meredith Scardino

  • In Place of Anger
    8.3/106 votes

    #8 - In Place of Anger

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 4/7/2002

    Mitzi Huntley arrives back in Nate and David's lives thanks to a comparison-shopping widow. Meanwhile, Ruth's estranged sister Sarah arrives for an unexpected visit. Later, a vodka-fueled family dinner casts a pall over Nate and Brenda's happy news.

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: N/A

  • Everything That Rises
    8.3/103 votes

    #9 - Everything That Rises

    Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 11/8/2010

    Dr. Todd and Cathy go to see the Bee Man to seek non-traditional treatment for her cancer. Paul is overly supportive of Cathy around the house. Sean gives Adam relationship advice about Mia.

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: Jenny Bicks

  • Losing Patients
    8.3/103 votes

    #10 - Losing Patients

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 6/27/2011

    Cathy seeks a second opinion, causing a strain on her relationship with Dr. Todd; Sean learns about his sister's cancer while adjusting to life with a pregnant Rebecca; Adam sees a therapist against his will.

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: Darlene Hunt

  • Kimmy Goes to School!
    8.3/1014 votes

    #11 - Kimmy Goes to School!

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 3/6/2015

    Kimmy wants to get an education, so she goes back to school to get her G.E.D. Meanwhile, Titus pursues his dream of being a musical star with help from Lillian.

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: Danny Rubin

  • Rosemary's Baby
    8.1/1016 votes

    #12 - Rosemary's Baby

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 10/25/2007

    Liz meets her longtime idol, Rosemary Howard, and invites her to be a guest writer on "TGS with Tracy Jordan". However, Rosemary's ideas turn out to be too much for the show, prompting Jack to pressure Liz into firing her. Meanwhile, Jack takes Tracy to a therapist to explain to him why he must do the opposite of what he is told, and Jenna ruins Kenneth's page jacket, causing him to compete in a page-off to keep his job.

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: Jack Burditt

  • Jack Gets in the Game
    8.0/105 votes

    #13 - Jack Gets in the Game

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 10/11/2007

    When Jack discovers that his boss is retiring, he decides to get in the competition for his position. Meanwhile, Jenna begins to enjoy her fame for being fat and along with Jack encourages Liz to get her act together. Finally, Kenneth makes it his mission to get Tracy and Angie back together.

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: Robert Carlock

  • The Party
    7.9/1032 votes

    #14 - The Party

    Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 2/4/2014

    At Capt. Holt's birthday party, Jake, Amy and the other officers try to make a good impression on Holt's husband but fail miserably.

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: Gabe Liedman

  • The Rural Juror
    7.9/1016 votes

    #15 - The Rural Juror

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 1/11/2007

    Jenna anticipates the opening of her independent movie “The Rural Juror”, but the title proves to be a mighty tongue twister for the gang. Meanwhile, cash-challenged Tracy endorses his own celebrity product in an effort to get out of debt.

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: Jack Burditt

  • Secrets and Lies
    7.9/1016 votes

    #16 - Secrets and Lies

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 12/6/2007

    C.C. and Jack face a block in their relationship when C.C. decides to go public about the affair but Jack refuses. Meanwhile, Liz struggles to keep both Tracy and Jenna happy when the two find it hard to share the spotlight, while Frank makes fun of Toofer's Harvard education with bizarre results.

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: Ron Weiner

  • Kimmy Finds Her Mom!
    7.9/1019 votes

    #17 - Kimmy Finds Her Mom!

    Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 4/15/2016

    While Kimmy reunites with her mom at Universal Studios, Titus heads to Miami. Jacqueline invites Russ and his family to Thanksgiving dinner.

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: Sam Means

  • The Eye Inside
    7.8/108 votes

    #18 - The Eye Inside

    Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 3/16/2003

    Keith and David find the reality of a resort vacation different than advertised, Ruth learns the meaning of 'express checkout' during a shopping excursion with Bettina, and Claire gets a lesson in 'sick' art from a new teacher.

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: Kate Robin

  • The Baby Show
    7.8/1016 votes

    #19 - The Baby Show

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 1/4/2007

    When ditzy receptionist Cerie spreads news of her engagement to a filthy rich Greek heir, Liz confronts her own marital and maternal status. Meanwhile, emotionally hardened Jack softens due to "mommy issues."

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: Jack Burditt

  • Up All Night
    7.8/1016 votes

    #20 - Up All Night

    Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 2/8/2007

    It's Valentine's Day, and the TGS crew is celebrating by pulling an all nighter to put together a new episode. While Pete completely forgets the holiday, Kenneth and Cerie may be starting an office romance. Meanwhile, Liz wonders if Dennis is back in her life after she receives flowers from a secret admirer and newly divorced Jack wants to party with Tracy, who for once wants to spend a night alone with his wife instead.

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: Tina Fey

  • Brooklyn Without Limits
    7.8/104 votes

    #21 - Brooklyn Without Limits

    Season 5 Episode 7 - Aired 11/11/2010

    Jack rocks the vote, manipulating a congressional election to help a particular candidate, thereby leveraging advantage for the network. Meanwhile, a perfect pair of new jeans gives Liz confidence; Tracy organizes a Golden Globe event with Jenna's help.

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: Ron Weiner

  • Ellie
    7.6/105 votes

    #22 - Ellie

    Season 2 Episode 15 - Aired 2/21/2001

    During an online chat, the Surgeon General comments favorably on the legalization of marijuana. The controversy heightens when Ellie Bartlet tells a reporter that her father would never fire the Surgeon General. Toby asks his ex-wife, a Congresswoman, for her help in strongly persuading Seth Gillette to participate in the Social Security panel.

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: Aaron Sorkin

  • Stride of Pride
    7.6/1015 votes

    #23 - Stride of Pride

    Season 7 Episode 3 - Aired 10/18/2012

    Liz works to prove to Tracy that women are funny while simultaneously attempting to head off a meltdown from Jenna after some negative publicity. Jack tries out an unconventional dating strategy.

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: Tina Fey

  • The Trip
    7.5/108 votes

    #24 - The Trip

    Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 8/12/2001

    Nate, David and Brenda take an interesting trip to Vegas for a funeral directors' conference; a baby's death from SIDS stuns the family; and Ruth takes a floral-arrangement class.

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: Rick Cleveland

  • Cougars
    7.5/1015 votes

    #25 - Cougars

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 11/29/2007

    As part of his community service, Tracy must coach a little league team. All goes well until Jack takes interest in the team and turmoil starts from there. Meanwhile, Liz is asked out on a date by Jamie, the new coffee boy, who thinks Liz is actually younger than she truly is.

    Director: Michael Engler

    Writer: John Riggi