9.1/10145 votes#1 - Confessions
Season 5 Episode 11 - Aired 8/25/2013
Jesse decides to make a change, while Walt and Skyler try to deal with an unexpected demand.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: Gennifer Hutchison
9.0/10124 votes#2 - Thank You
Season 6 Episode 3 - Aired 10/25/2015
A return home doesn't go as expected.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: Angela Kang
9.0/102 votes#3 - How Can I Help?
Season 5 Episode 13 - Aired 1/17/2023
In the series finale, everyone's story reaches a surprising yet inevitable conclusion.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: David Schulner
9.0/101 votes#4 - Nothing to Fear
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 3/6/2014
Cyrus and Alice reluctantly work with the Red Queen to find Will but must also be prepared to defend themselves from Jafar. Will has troubles of his own when the caterpillar finds the bottle.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: Richard Hatem
9.0/102 votes#5 - The Book of Carol: Le Paradis Pour Toi
Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 10/20/2024
All hope feels lost amidst Genet's attack on the Nest.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: David Zabel
8.8/105 votes#6 - Above Suspicion (2)
Season 14 Episode 2 - Aired 9/26/2012
Delia continues cleaning house, leaving a wake of accusations, frame-ups, and murders for SVU to work through as they continue their search for evidence to prove Donald Cragen is being framed.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: Warren Leight
8.8/106 votes#7 - Surrendering Noah
Season 16 Episode 23 - Aired 5/20/2015
Sgt. Benson and ADA Barba take Johnny D to trial for sex trafficking, rape, assault and kidnapping. But when Baby Noah's adoption becomes entangled in the case, Benson fears for Noah's future and his safety. In an intense courtroom showdown, the SVU will face a threat that could change the squad forever.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: Warren Leight
8.7/103 votes#8 - Alexis Goodlooking and the Case of the Missing Whisky
Season 6 Episode 10 - Aired 3/1/2012
In order to hide his relationship with Lynn, Frank convinces his mother that he is dating Liz. Tracy and Jenna team up to try to solve the case of Pete's missing whisky. Meanwhile, Jack teaches Kenneth how to take down his first business nemesis.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: John Riggi
8.6/10155 votes#9 - Live Free or Die
Season 5 Episode 1 - Aired 7/15/2012
As Walt deals with the aftermath of the Casa Tranquila explosion, Hank works to wrap up his investigation of Gus' empire.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: Vince Gilligan
8.6/109 votes#10 - Empty Eyes
Season 7 Episode 18 - Aired 3/29/2007
The terrified eyes and cryptic words of a murder victim haunt Sara while she processes the house where several showgirls were killed.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: Allen MacDonald
8.6/108 votes#11 - Lying Down With Dogs
Season 8 Episode 10 - Aired 12/13/2007
The world of illegal dog fighting is explored by Grissom and the rest of the team when they take on the case of a wealthy socialite who was murdered. Meanwhile, Warrick struggles to clear his name in the recent exotic dancer murder case.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: Christopher Barbour
8.6/106 votes#12 - Scorched Earth
Season 13 Episode 1 - Aired 9/21/2011
An African immigrant working as a maid accuses an Italian diplomat of rape, but is she really in it just for the money? Meanwhile, Stabler's return remains in doubt after his latest shooting.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: N/A
8.6/106 votes#13 - Psycho/Therapist
Season 15 Episode 10 - Aired 1/8/2014
When Detective Benson faces Lewis in the courtroom, the stress causes setbacks in her recovery; Benson is forced to reveal secrets.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: Warren Leight
8.5/108 votes#14 - No Regrets
Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 11/19/2013
When a tanker collides into a commuter train that subsequently crashes into a warehouse, the firehouse is called to the horrific scene that tests everyone to the limits as life and death hangs in the balance. With the ultimatum in place for him or the firehouse, Boden is tasked with making life-changing decisions regarding his future. Severide learns more about Katie, the young woman he saw with his father. Meanwhile, Shay and Dawson are still at odds and Casey’s responsibility of being a surrogate father takes a sharp turn.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: Michael Brandt
8.5/102 votes#15 - I'll Be Your Shelter
Season 4 Episode 22 - Aired 5/24/2022
As a monster hurricane approaches New York, Bloom and the team scramble to put preparations in place. Max and Helen make plans for an intimate New York wedding as she returns from London. Iggy and Martin reach a crossroads. Reynolds finally makes contact with his father.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: David Schulner
8.4/109 votes#16 - Your Turn
Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 9/24/2019
Max works to find a new normal three months after the accident and the birth of his daughter. Kapoor grapples with the stigma of aging. Iggy has a successful day that inspires a life-changing idea. Reynolds deals with an unreliable new intern.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: David Schulner
- 8.4/107 votes
#17 - Lost Reputation (1)
Season 14 Episode 1 - Aired 9/26/2012
The squad reels from the fallout of Capt. Cragen being arrested for the murder of an escort.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: Warren Leight
8.4/108 votes#18 - Leaders Lead
Season 1 Episode 22 - Aired 5/8/2013
A frustrated Severide, turns to an unlikely ally to resolve his current dilemma. Casey begins to find satisfaction in his personal life, while Mills and Dawson face personal challenges. Meanwhile, the squad is called to the scene of a harrowing apartment building collapse.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: N/A
8.4/1010 votes#19 - What We
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 3/17/2024
Rick and Michonne try to find the love they had.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: Danai Gurira
8.4/1013 votes#20 - Anthropocene
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 10/30/2018
Max faces the pressure of his first fundraising gala at the hospital; Frome struggles to break difficult news to his daughter; Bloom and Reynolds deal with the fallout of their argument; Kapoor and Sharpe work to help a sick father and son.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: Aaron Ginsburg
8.3/107 votes#21 - Imprisoned Lives
Season 15 Episode 2 - Aired 9/25/2013
When a young boy is abandoned, the squad discovers more victims waiting to be rescued.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: Warren Leight
8.3/1084 votes#22 - Worth
Season 8 Episode 15 - Aired 4/8/2018
With the threat of the Saviors still looming, Aaron continues searching for allies. Daryl and Rosita take action and confront an old friend.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick
8.3/1019 votes#23 - On Your Knees
Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 9/4/2017
Jesse, Tulip and Cassidy hit a bump in the road and decide to leave New Orleans. An old foe resurfaces and causes a change of plans.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: Sam Catlin
8.2/106 votes#24 - Essential Workers
Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 3/9/2021
Max is forced to face the heartbreaking consequences of one of his policies. Bloom comes to a startling realization about Iggy.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: David Foster
8.1/108 votes#25 - This is Not the End
Season 1 Episode 21 - Aired 5/7/2019
Max goes head-to-head with hospital administration when he comes up with a new plan for patients without insurance. Iggy struggles with an accusation brought against him. Sharpe navigates her role as deputy medical director.
Director: Michael Slovis
Writer: David Foster
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"Confessions" is the best rated episode directed by Michael Slovis. It scored 9.1/10 based on 145 votes. It was written by Gennifer Hutchison. It aired on 8/25/2013 and is rated 0.1 points higher than their second-best episode, "Thank You".