The Best Episodes Directed By Taika Waititi

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   8.5/10(164 votes)

   #1 - Chapter 8: Redemption

   S1:E812/27/2019

   The Mandalorian comes face-to-face with an unexpected enemy.

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   8.3/10(38 votes)

   #2 - The Trial

   S1:E75/8/2019

   The vampires must defend themselves as an international vampire tribunal gathers to judge them for their transgressions.

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3. 

   8.0/10(2 votes)

   #3 - Drive By

   S1:E77/29/2007

   Bret and Jemaine are shocked by the prejudiced actions of a fruit vendor who won't sell to them because they are New Zealanders. Dave recommends a strong response and teaches them how to "flip the bird". Murray is smitten with the new tech support lady at the consulate.

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4. 

   7.9/10(35 votes)

   #4 - Ancestry

   S1:E105/29/2019

   Nandor visits one of his living descendants, and a lover from Nadja's past re-emerges.

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5. 

   7.7/10(47 votes)

   #5 - Pilot

   S1:E13/27/2019

   The vampires try to plan a lavish bloodfeast in honor of a visit by their ancient master from the Old Country.

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6. 

   7.7/10(3 votes)

   #6 - New Fans

   S1:E108/19/2007

   A performance at a local "World Music Jam" results in the Conchords gaining two new fans, but Mel is suspicious of the newcomers and their motives. Murray encourages the band to adopt a more "rock star" attitude.

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7. 

   6.8/10(28 votes)

   #7 - Pilot

   S1:E13/3/2022

   Aristocrat-turned-pirate-captain Stede Bonnet is put to the test when his crew encounters a British naval vessel.

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   6.5/10(2 votes)

   #8 - New Zealand Town

   S2:E83/8/2009

   Trying to look cool for a gig at the Grand Opening of New York's one-block New Zealand enclave, the Conchords end up getting hooked on hair gel.

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9. 

   6.5/10(2 votes)

   #9 - Evicted

   S2:E103/22/2009

   Bret and Jemaine can't afford to pay their rent and are forced to move in with Mel and Doug, and Murray believes they can make some money with a theatrical production about the band.

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    4.9/10(13 votes)

    #10 - Kevin Haddock

    S1:E17/23/2024

    A boy struggles to make the most of everyday life—until a bumbling gang of thieves lands in his bedroom.

    Director:Taika Waititi

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    3.9/10(9 votes)

    #11 - Mayan

    S1:E27/23/2024

    On a whirlwind journey to ancient Mexico, Kevin and the Bandits take part in a feast. Pure Evil sends huntress Fianna on a quest.

    Director:Taika Waititi

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