The Best Episodes Directed By Michael Grossman

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   8.4/10(14 votes)

   #1 - A Ghost Along the Mississippi

   S3:E101/29/2016

   In the aftermath of a horrific plan that left Cami dead, Klaus declares war on Aurora and Tristan. Elsewhere, Vincent, who has resumed his role as Regent to the New Orleans witches, is forced to use his magic against his will, while Hayley and Jackson ind themselves pawns in Tristan’s twisted game. Finally, after learning that Tristan is in possession of a powerful weapon that could take their family down once and for all, Klaus, Elijah and Freya enact a risky plan that leads to a tense showdown with The Strix.

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   8.3/10(15 votes)

   #2 - Crash Into Me (1)

   S4:E911/22/2007

   An ambulance crash endangers the lives of the paramedics involved, as Meredith and the Chief work on-site to save them, Bailey treats a patient who refuses her help, and Ava returns for Alex and meets his other girlfriend in the process.

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   8.3/10(14 votes)

   #3 - Great Expectations

   S3:E131/25/2007

   After the Chief announces his retirement, rumors begin to circulate on his departure and successor. Mark is determined to leave Seattle for good but Meredith accidentally has him stay after letting him know of the open Chief position. Derek is angry at Meredith for causing Mark to stay in Seattle, but soon realizes that she is not the reason he is really angry. The attending physicians at Seattle Grace Hospital fight to get Richard's attention, but he expresses his disappointment. He also displays his lack of support in Bailey's plan to create a free medical clinic, but she ultimately goes through with her plan when Izzie offers to spend her entire 8.7 million dollar inheritance on the project. George, devastated after his father's death, uses sex to overcome his grief, and eventually proposes to Callie. Cristina and Burke still don't speak to each other, but he breaks the agreement when he proposes to her. Richard endeavors to reunite with his wife, Adele, and decides to retire, only to come home and find his wife with another man.

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   8.2/10(8 votes)

   #4 - The Devil You Know

   S2:E57/12/2011

   A shocking discovery finally lays to rest the killer’s identity – until Emily unravels clues that reveal otherwise.

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   8.2/10(6 votes)

   #5 - Out of the Frying Pan, Into the Inferno

   S3:E171/29/2013

   Distracted Spencer’s anger is let-loose on Ezra, hurting Aria. Emily and Hanna each end up at the police station.

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   8.1/10(14 votes)

   #6 - A Change Is Gonna Come

   S4:E19/27/2007

   Entering their first year as residents, Meredith Grey, Cristina Yang, Izzie Stevens and Alex Karev now have interns of their own to mentor. Among the new interns are George, forced to repeat his internship after failing his exams, and Lexie Grey, Meredith's half-sister. Another two new interns will be introduced in this season premiere. And they'll have their hands full when a three-car accident sends multiple casualties pouring into Seattle Grace. Some of the doctors need to deal with new stressed out interns. A young boy brings his bleeding deer to the hospital in the hope a doctor will save her.

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   8.1/10(44 votes)

   #7 - Fire and Ice

   S2:E34/24/2019

   Daniel pulls out all the stops in an effort to recruit new students to Miyagi Do. Johnny reflects on some of the major relationships in his life - and responds to Daniel’s promotional efforts with his own.

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8. 

   7.9/10(10 votes)

   #8 - Voodoo Child

   S4:E126/16/2017

   When The Hollow targets the most vulnerable Mikaelson, Klaus is forced to rely on Vincent, who believes he can use The Hollow’s own dark magic to defeat their enemy for good. Meanwhile, as Marcel worries that Vincent’s plan might backfire, the King of New Orleans decides on a deadly backup plan of his own. Elsewhere, after falling victim to The Hollow’s manipulations, Hayley struggles to figure out Hope’s future in New Orleans, while Freya must confront her darkest fear.

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9. 

   7.9/10(9 votes)

   #9 - A Hot Piece of 'A'

   S2:E151/9/2012

   Hanna unwillingly allows Caleb’s involvement, while a crisis helpline call alerts Emily to a new suspect, and a birthday surprise goes badly.

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10. 

    7.9/10(6 votes)

    #10 - Cover for Me

    S4:E223/4/2014

    Emily takes up the sleuthing reins as she searches for answers about Ezra and Mona. After confronting both, Emily tries to make sense of the heartbreaking situation.

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11. 

    7.9/10(13 votes)

    #11 - The Song of Gregory Williams Yates (II)

    S3:E142/10/2016

    SVU joins Chicago P.D. in a manhunt for two notorious escaped serial killers. The crossover starts on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit S17E14 Nationwide Manhunt (I).

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12. 

    7.8/10(44 votes)

    #12 - The Moment of Truth

    S2:E44/24/2019

    Daniel makes another attempt to promote Miyagi Do, and receives guidance in a familiar form. Johnny grows suspicious about Kreese’s backstory. A new Cobra Kai student challenges Miguel and befriends Aisha, while Robby revisits a past he’d rather forget.

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13. 

    7.8/10(12 votes)

    #13 - I'll See You in Hell or New Orleans

    S3:E310/22/2015

    With tension running as high as ever, Klaus and Elijah are forced to come together in order to uncover Lucien’s true motives in New Orleans. Cami is caught off guard when she finds herself face to face with Lucien and is surprised when he reveals some unexpected information about his past with Klaus. Elsewhere, a mysterious figure presents an enticing offer to Marcel, while Hayley turns to an unconventional way of coping with her current situation. Finally, an old acquaintance from Elijah’s past arrives in New Orleans and delivers some startling news involving the growing threat to the Mikaelson siblings.

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14. 

    7.7/10(14 votes)

    #14 - The Other Side of This Life (2)

    S3:E235/3/2007

    Meredith works on her relationship with Susan and Thatcher. Cristina has to deal with her mother and Burke's. Alex continues to tend to Jane Doe/Ava. Meredith and Derek's relationship has a problem that needs resolution quick. Addison sees her god-daughter which leads to a job offer outside of Seattle. Derek has to perform surgery. Burke has a reservation about marrying Cristina. Many new people guest star in the course of Addison's road trip to California. Addison considers moving to be closer to her old med school friends until she discovers that drama she wishes to leave behind isn't exclusive to Seattle. Her friends who she thought had it all, are divorced. A pregnant woman must discover who the father of her child is.

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15. 

    7.5/10(13 votes)

    #15 - The Other Side of This Life (1)

    S3:E225/3/2007

    Meredith works on her relationship with Susan and Thatcher. Cristina has to deal with her mother and Burke's. Alex continues to tend to Jane Doe/Ava. Meredith and Derek's relationship has a problem that needs resolution quick. Addison sees her god-daughter which leads to a job offer outside of Seattle. Derek has to perform surgery. Burke has a reservation about marrying Cristina. Many new people guest star in the course of Addison's road trip to California. Addison considers moving to be closer to her old med school friends until she discovers that drama she wishes to leave behind isn't exclusive to Seattle. Her friends who she thought had it all, are divorced. A pregnant woman must discover who the father of her child is.

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16. 

    7.4/10(10 votes)

    #16 - Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea

    S5:E45/9/2018

    Frustrated by the lack of progress made in the search for Hayley, Klaus turns up the heat by taking hostages from each of the three New Orleans supernatural factions. Freya goes to Mystic Falls to check on Hope, who has been sent back to the Salvatore School. Vincent seeks guidance from Ivy after learning that Klaus’ erratic behavior is escalating.

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17. 

    6.9/10(11 votes)

    #17 - The New Normal

    S1:E172/14/2011

    What happens to one little liar when parent-teacher conferences come around and her father sits face-to-face with the love of her life?

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18. 

    6.7/10(5 votes)

    #18 - Over a Barrel

    S5:E171/20/2015

    Secrets abound for Aria, Hanna and Spencer while Emily tries to let go of Paige.

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19. 

    5.4/10(6 votes)

    #19 - She's No Angel

    S6:E56/30/2015

    Mona returns to Rosewood in a very fragile state as she must answer to the police for faking her death. Matters only get worse when she is confronted by Lesli’s sister about Lesli’s inadvertent involvement in Mona’s plot. Hanna is determined to help Mona out, not only to reassure her she is safe from Alison but also to try and repair Mona’s friendship with Lesli. Emily tries to help Sara with her troubled home life by encouraging her to explore the possibility of emancipation. Spencer, on the other hand, finds help from someone from her past. Meanwhile, Alison grows closer to Lorenzo as she looks for support outside of her family.

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