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The Best Episodes Directed By Mike Barker

Every TV Episode Directed by Mike Barker Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 3 Episode 1 - Night
    8.6/10(71 votes)

    S3:E1

    June embarks on a bold mission with unexpected consequences. Emily and Nichole make a harrowing journey. The Waterfords reckon with Serena Joy’s choice to send Nichole away.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:N/A

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  2. undefined Season 2 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    8.4/10(37 votes)

    S2:E8

    Decisions are made, truths are revealed and lives in Broadchurch are changed forever.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:N/A

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  3. undefined Season 3 Episode 13 - Mayday
    8.3/10(37 votes)

    S3:E13

    With her plan in place, June reaches the point of no return on her bold strike against Gilead and must decide how far she’s willing to go. Serena Joy and Commander Waterford attempt to find their way forward in their new lives.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:N/A

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  4. undefined Season 1 Episode 11 - The Devil's Mark
    8.3/10(30 votes)

    S1:E11

    Claire and Geillis are on trial for witchcraft. Jamie manages to rescue Claire, but not before she discovers a secret about Geillis's past.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:N/A

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  5. undefined Season 2 Episode 6 - First Blood
    8.2/10(52 votes)

    S2:E6

    Offred finds unexpected allies and obstacles in her search for a way to protect Hannah. The Commander prepares for the dedication of a new Red Center. Nick struggles with his new assignment.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:N/A

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  6. undefined Season 1 Episode 12 - Lallybroch
    8.1/10(26 votes)

    S1:E12

    Reunited, Claire and Jamie make their way to Lallybroch - Jamie's family home. Reality quickly sets in, and old wounds are reopened between Jamie and his sister, Jenny.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:N/A

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  7. undefined Season 2 Episode 13 - The Word
    8.0/10(46 votes)

    S2:E13

    Serena and the other Wives strive to make change. Emily learns more about her new Commander. Offred faces a difficult decision.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:N/A

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  8. undefined Season 3 Episode 8 - Unfit
    8.0/10(37 votes)

    S3:E8

    June and the rest of the Handmaids shun Ofmatthew, and both are pushed to their limit at the hands of Aunt Lydia. Aunt Lydia reflects on her life and relationships before the rise of Gilead.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:N/A

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  9. undefined Season 3 Episode 7 - The Law of Inevitability
    7.9/10(72 votes)

    S3:E7

    Gloria tries to work around the system, Nikki finds herself in a familiar place, Varga comes up with an alternative plan and Emmit goes to dinner.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:N/A

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  10. undefined Season 2 Episode 1 - June
    7.9/10(72 votes)

    S2:E1

    Offred reckons with the consequences of a dangerous decision while haunted by memories from her past and the violent beginnings of Gilead.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:N/A

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  11. undefined Season 3 Episode 8 - Who Rules the Land of Denial?
    7.9/10(76 votes)

    S3:E8

    Nikki struggles to survive, Emmit gets spooked and Sy joins Varga for tea.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:N/A

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  12. undefined Season 3 Episode 2 - Mary and Martha
    7.9/10(36 votes)

    S3:E2

    June helps Marthas with a dangerous task while navigating a relationship with her pious and untrustworthy new walking partner. Emily and Luke struggle with their altered circumstances.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:N/A

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  13. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Nolite Te Bastardes Carborundorum
    7.8/10(82 votes)

    S1:E4

    Punished by Serena Joy, Offred begins to unravel and reflects on her time with Moira at the Red Center. A complication during the Ceremony threatens Offred’s survival with the Commander and Serena Joy.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:N/A

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  14. undefined Season 2 Episode 11 - Vengeance Is Mine
    7.8/10(22 votes)

    S2:E11

    Claire and the Highlanders head north after the Jacobite leaders decide to halt their march on London. Claire has an unexpected reunion after a band of redcoats makes trouble for the Scots.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:N/A

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  15. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Sleep of the Just
    7.7/10(214 votes)

    S1:E1

    While searching for an escaped nightmare in the waking world, Morpheus falls prey to Roderick Burgess, an occultist looking to summon and imprison Death.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:N/A

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  16. undefined Season 1 Episode 5 - Faithful
    7.6/10(87 votes)

    S1:E5

    Serena Joy makes Offred a surprising proposition. Offred remembers the unconventional beginnings of her relationship with her husband.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:N/A

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  17. undefined Season 2 Episode 2 - Unwomen
    7.5/10(56 votes)

    S2:E2

    Offred adjusts to a new way of life. The arrival of an unexpected person disrupts the Colonies. A family is torn apart by the rise of Gilead.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:N/A

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  18. undefined Season 3 Episode 7 - Under His Eye
    7.5/10(34 votes)

    S3:E7

    June escalates her risky efforts to find Hannah. Emily must face her past crimes as the ongoing international diplomatic crisis becomes more complicated.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:N/A

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  19. undefined Season 2 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    7.4/10(36 votes)

    S2:E7

    The final arguments are made in Joe Miller's trial. Hardy and Ellie follow-up on new evidence. Another one of Claire's secrets comes to light.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:N/A

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  20. undefined Season 2 Episode 5 - Seeds
    7.3/10(48 votes)

    S2:E5

    Offred spirals as a Gilead ceremony disrupts her relationship with Nick. Janine tries to adjust to life in the Colonies, jeopardizing her friendship with Emily.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:N/A

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  21. undefined Season 2 Episode 8 - The Fox's Lair
    7.2/10(22 votes)

    S2:E8

    Claire and Jamie call upon Jamie’s grandsire, Lord Lovat, in an attempt to elicit support for the Jacobite cause. However, a visiting Colum MacKenzie has other plans, and Lord Lovat’s manipulative machinations ensure that no matter what, his own interests will be served.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:N/A

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Mike Barker Ratings Summary

"Night" is the best rated episode directed by Mike Barker. It scored 8.592/10 based on 71 votes. It was written by N/A. It aired on 6/5/2019 and is rated 0.2 points higher than their second-best episode, "Episode 8".