7.6/10741 votes#1 - The Beginning of the End
Season 7 Episode 1 - Aired 10/4/2012
The "TGS" gang returning from hiatus, only to be shocked by Jack's awful fall programming lineup. Meanwhile, bridezilla Jenna taps Liz to be her maid of honor, and Tracy is invited to a dinner party by Kenneth and Hazel.
Director: Don Scardino
Writer: Jack Burditt
7.6/10743 votes#2 - Governor Dunston
Season 7 Episode 2 - Aired 10/11/2012
Jack and Liz find themselves at odds over political satire at "TGS". Criss and Liz make a surprising relationship breakthrough. Meanwhile, Jenna, discouraged by the disappointing sales of her summer dance hit, is thrilled to learn that Kenneth's mother and her boyfriend still buy music.
Director: Robert Carlock
Writer: Robert Carlock
7.7/10714 votes#3 - Stride of Pride
Season 7 Episode 3 - Aired 10/18/2012
Liz works to prove to Tracy that women are funny while simultaneously attempting to head off a meltdown from Jenna after some negative publicity. Jack tries out an unconventional dating strategy.
Director: Michael Engler
Writer: Tina Fey
7.8/10738 votes#4 - Unwindulax (1)
Season 7 Episode 4 - Aired 10/25/2012
Liz and Jack find themselves battling to influence voters in the upcoming presidential election. Meanwhile, as Jenna goes to great lengths to please her new fan base, the writers seek out new ways to mess with her.
Director: Jamie Sheridan
Writer: Matt Hubbard
7.5/10696 votes#5 - There's No I in America (2)
Season 7 Episode 5 - Aired 10/31/2012
Realizing that Jenna could decide the Presidential election, Liz and Jack stage a debate to win her support and her followers. Kenneth turns to Tracy for advice on how to be an informed voter, while Pete tries to recreate the magic of the 2008 election.
Director: John Riggi
Writer: Josh Siegal, Dylan Morgan
7.5/10684 votes#6 - Aunt Phatso vs. Jack Donaghy
Season 7 Episode 6 - Aired 11/15/2012
Tracy and Jack engage in a battle of wits after Tracy depicts Jack as a villain in his latest project. On Jack's advice, Liz puts her own needs ahead of those of "TGS." Meanwhile, Jenna tries to shield Kenneth from Hazel's manipulation but her own selfishness gets in the way.
Director: Don Scardino
Writer: Luke Del Tredici
8.2/10723 votes#7 - Mazel Tov, Dummies!
Season 7 Episode 7 - Aired 11/29/2012
After an encounter with Dennis Duffy, Liz and Criss decide to take drastic measures to start a family. As Liz looks toward the future, Jack and Jenna evaluate their own self-worth, and Tracy laments a shocking medical diagnosis.
Director: Beth McCarthy-Miller
Writer: Tracey Wigfield
7.9/10723 votes#8 - My Whole Life Is Thunder
Season 7 Episode 8 - Aired 12/6/2012
Jenna annoys Liz with her wedding envy, Jack devises a plan to avoid disappointing his visiting mother and Tracy attempts to cheer up Kenneth.
Director: Linda Mendoza
Writer: Jack Burditt
8.3/10762 votes#9 - Game Over
Season 7 Episode 9 - Aired 1/10/2013
Jack asks Devin Banks to help him discredit Kaylie Hooper, Jack's teenage nemesis and KableTown's future CEO. Liz considers her options as she tries to become a mother. Tracy directs Octavia Spencer in his movie.
Director: Ken Whittingham
Writer: Robert Carlock, Sam Means
7.9/10682 votes#10 - Florida
Season 7 Episode 10 - Aired 1/17/2013
When Jack persuades Liz to go to Florida with him, they make a shocking discovery about his mother. Jenna and Tracy assume responsibility for the show in Liz's absence, resulting in disaster for Kenneth.
Director: Claire Cowperthwaite
Writer: Matt Hubbard
8.3/10742 votes#11 - A Goon's Deed in a Weary World
Season 7 Episode 11 - Aired 1/24/2013
As her new kids arrive, Liz scrambles to save TGS from cancellation. Jack finds a new NBC president.
Director: Jeff Richmond
Writer: Nina Pedrad, Lang Fisher
8.9/101,171 votes#12 - Hogcock!
Season 7 Episode 12 - Aired 1/31/2013
Liz has trouble adjusting to being a stay-at-home mother. Jack takes stock of his life, and Tracy struggles to get on without Kenneth.
Director: Beth McCarthy-Miller
Writer: Robert Carlock, Jack Burditt
8.9/1070 votes#13 - Last Lunch
Season 7 Episode 13 - Aired 1/31/2013
Jenna prepares an emotional farewell song as the cast and crew reunite for one final "TGS".
Director: Beth McCarthy-Miller
Writer: Tina Fey
The Best Episodes of 30 Rock Season 7
Every episode of 30 Rock Season 7 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of 30 Rock Season 7!
Liz Lemon, the head writer for a late-night TV variety show in New York, tries to juggle all the egos around her while chasing her...
Genre:Comedy
Network:NBC
Season 7 Ratings Summary
"The Beginning of the End" is the best rated episode of "30 Rock" season 7. It scored 7.6/10 based on 741 votes. Directed by Don Scardino and written by Jack Burditt, it aired on 10/4/2012. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Governor Dunston".