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The Best Episodes Directed By Michelle Maclaren

Every TV Episode Directed by Michelle Maclaren Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 5 Episode 13 - To'hajiilee
    9.4/10(190 votes)

    #1 - To'hajiilee

    S5:E13

    Things heat up for Walt in unexpected ways.

    Director:Michelle MacLaren
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  2. undefined Season 5 Episode 8 - Gliding Over All
    9.1/10(173 votes)

    #2 - Gliding Over All

    S5:E8

    Walt takes care of loose ends; Walt makes a dangerous decision.

    Director:Michelle MacLaren
    Writer:N/A

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  3. undefined Season 4 Episode 10 - Salud
    9.1/10(162 votes)

    #3 - Salud

    S4:E10

    Walt's family worries when he doesn't turn up for Walter, Jr.'s 16th birthday. Jesse is forced to put his lab skills to the test without Mr. White's help.

    Director:Michelle MacLaren
    Writer:N/A

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  4. undefined Season 3 Episode 7 - One Minute
    9.0/10(172 votes)

    #4 - One Minute

    S3:E7

    Hank's increasing volatility forces a confrontation with Jesse and trouble at work. Skyler pressures Walt to make a deal. Gus' actions have severe consequences.

    Director:Michelle MacLaren
    Writer:N/A

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  5. undefined Season 2 Episode 7 - Pretty Much Dead Already
    8.9/10(152 votes)

    #5 - Pretty Much Dead Already

    S2:E7

    Hershel sets a deadline. All secrets are out in the open. Glenn stands up for himself and Shane takes charge.

    Director:Michelle MacLaren
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  6. undefined Season 4 Episode 16 - A
    8.9/10(139 votes)

    #6 - A

    S4:E16

    Many paths collide. Rick faces sheer brutality. The group struggles to survive.

    Director:Michelle MacLaren
    Writer:N/A

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  7. undefined Season 1 Episode 9 - The Well-Tempered Clavier
    8.8/10(171 votes)

    #7 - The Well-Tempered Clavier

    S1:E9

    Maeve approaches Sweetwater's longtime outlaw Hector Escaton with a bold proposition. William tries to convince Logan to help liberate Dolores. Teddy and the Man in Black get closer to what they're looking for. Stubbs's suspicions are aroused. Ford cautions Bernard against seeking answers to questions best left unasked.

    Director:Michelle MacLaren
    Writer:N/A

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  8. undefined Season 2 Episode 9 - 4 Days Out
    8.7/10(171 votes)

    #8 - 4 Days Out

    S2:E9

    Walt and his family wait for news after he undergoes a PET-CT scan. Walt follows Saul's advice; Jesse's relationship with Jane is put on hold when he and Walt head to the desert for a marathon of cooking.

    Director:Michelle MacLaren
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  9. undefined Season 5 Episode 10 - Buried
    8.7/10(163 votes)

    #9 - Buried

    S5:E10

    While Skyler's past catches up with her, Walt covers his tracks. Jesse continues to struggle with his guilt.

    Director:Michelle MacLaren
    Writer:N/A

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  10. undefined Season 4 Episode 2 - Breathe
    8.5/10(83 votes)

    #10 - Breathe

    S4:E2

    Jimmy seeks new employment. Gus navigates the fallout from Hector's collapse. Kim endeavors to support Jimmy in the wake of Chuck's death.

    Director:Michelle MacLaren
    Writer:N/A

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  11. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - Mijo
    8.5/10(157 votes)

    #11 - Mijo

    S1:E2

    As his troubles escalate to a boiling point, Jimmy finds himself in dire straits. An act of carelessness puts Chuck at risk.

    Director:Michelle MacLaren
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  12. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - Guts
    8.4/10(212 votes)

    #12 - Guts

    S1:E2

    Rick unknowingly causes a group of survivors to be trapped by walkers. The group dynamic devolves from accusations to violence, as Rick must confront an enemy far more dangerous than the undead.

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  13. undefined Season 5 Episode 2 - Madrigal
    8.3/10(166 votes)

    #13 - Madrigal

    S5:E2

    Walt and Jesse pursue an unlikely business partner. The DEA filters through various leads in hopes of finding something.

    Director:Michelle MacLaren
    Writer:N/A

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  14. undefined Season 3 Episode 7 - The Bear and the Maiden Fair
    8.2/10(168 votes)

    #14 - The Bear and the Maiden Fair

    S3:E7

    Dany exchanges gifts in Yunkai; Brienne faces a formidable foe in Harrenhal.

    Director:Michelle MacLaren
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  15. undefined Season 3 Episode 8 - Second Sons
    8.2/10(160 votes)

    #15 - Second Sons

    S3:E8

    Dany meets the Titan's Bastard; King's Landing hosts a royal wedding.

    Director:Michelle MacLaren
    Writer:N/A

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  16. undefined Season 3 Episode 11 - Abiquiu
    8.1/10(159 votes)

    #16 - Abiquiu

    S3:E11

    Skyler gets involved with Walt's business. Hank struggles with his recovery. Jesse makes a startling discovery after meeting a girl at group therapy.

    Director:Michelle MacLaren
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  17. undefined Season 4 Episode 5 - Shotgun
    8.1/10(160 votes)

    #17 - Shotgun

    S4:E5

    When Jesse goes missing, Walt fears the worst. Skyler has an unlikely reunion. Hank shares some bad news with Detective Tim Roberts.

    Director:Michelle MacLaren
    Writer:N/A

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  18. undefined Season 6 Episode 10 - Nippy
    8.1/10(73 votes)

    #18 - Nippy

    S6:E10

    A lost dog leads to a new friend. A new player gets in the game.

    Director:Michelle MacLaren
    Writer:N/A

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  19. undefined Season 3 Episode 3 - I.F.T.
    8.1/10(164 votes)

    #19 - I.F.T.

    S3:E3

    Walt ignores Skyler's demands, furthering the rift between them and pushing her to break bad. Still suffering from panic and anxiety attacks, Hank crosses a line at work.

    Director:Michelle MacLaren
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  20. undefined Season 4 Episode 5 - First of His Name
    8.0/10(168 votes)

    #20 - First of His Name

    S4:E5

    Cersei and Tywin plot the Crown's next move. Dany discusses future plans. Jon Snow embarks on a new mission.

    Director:Michelle MacLaren
    Writer:N/A

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  21. undefined Season 4 Episode 2 - Thirty-Eight Snub
    7.9/10(158 votes)

    #21 - Thirty-Eight Snub

    S4:E2

    Walt attempts to form a new alliance as he plans his next move. Skyler pushes Walt towards a business opportunity, in hopes of protecting the family.

    Director:Michelle MacLaren
    Writer:N/A

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  22. undefined Season 4 Episode 4 - Oathkeeper
    7.9/10(171 votes)

    #22 - Oathkeeper

    S4:E4

    Dany balances justice and mercy; Jaime tasks Brienne with his honor; Jon readies his men.

    Director:Michelle MacLaren
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Michelle MacLaren Ratings Summary

"To'hajiilee" is the best rated episode directed by Michelle MacLaren. It scored 9.418/10 based on 190 votes. It was written by N/A. It aired on 9/8/2013 and is rated 0.3 points higher than their second-best episode, "Gliding Over All".