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
The best episode directed by Michael Engler is "Taking the Plunge", rated 9.3/10 from 3 user votes. It was "written by N/A". "Taking the Plunge" aired on 11/15/2010 and is rated 0.0 point(s) higher than their second highest rated, "Out, Damned Spot".
9.3/10 3 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
9.3/10 3 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
9.0/10 1 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
8.7/10 7 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
8.7/10 3 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
8.5/10 2 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
8.5/10 13 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
8.3/10 6 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
8.3/10 3 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
8.3/10 3 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
8.3/10 14 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
8.1/10 16 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
8.0/10 5 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
7.9/10 32 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: Gil Ozeri
7.9/10 16 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: Matt Hubbard
7.9/10 16 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
7.9/10 19 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
7.8/10 16 votes#18 - 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: Brett Baer
7.8/10 16 votes#19 - 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
7.8/10 4 votes#20 - 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
7.8/10 8 votes#21 - 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
7.6/10 5 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
7.6/10 15 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
7.5/10 8 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
7.5/10 15 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