The best episode directed by Russ T. Alsobrook is "Goldmine", rated 7.5/10 from 15 user votes. It was "written by Berkley Johnson". "Goldmine" aired on 11/11/2014 and is rated 0.6 point(s) higher than their second highest rated, "Oregon".
Nick pretends to be gay to make his status as Jess' "ex" less of an issue to her new beau. To Coach's annoyance, Winston works his "Long Game" on their attractive neighbors, Michelle and Viv. Meanwhile, Schmidt panics when Cece considers having a breast reduction
Director: Russ T. Alsobrook
Writer: Berkley Johnson
Jess takes a bumpy stroll down memory lane when she and the gang travel to her childhood home in Portland, Oregon, for her father's wedding.
Director: Russ T. Alsobrook
Writer: Nina Pedrad
Jess meets Sam’s female best friend, Diane. Meanwhile, Nick is worried Gavin will disappoint Schmidt again and Winston is offended by a reaction to a birthday gift.
Director: Russ T. Alsobrook
Writer: Veronica McCarthy
Coach visits the apartment to spend a "guys night out" with the guys, after breaking up with his girlfriend. Nick going to a strip club with the guys, and telling her that they haven't had a conversation about whether or not they're boyfriend/girlfriend or are exclusive, upsets Jess to the point that she has "girls night out" with Cece at the bar.
Director: Russ T. Alsobrook
Writer: David Feeney