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The Best Episodes of Big Love

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The story of Bill Henrickson and his life in suburban Salt Lake City, balancing the needs of his three wives -- Barb, Nicki and Margene-- their seven kids, three new houses and the opening of

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Big Love Season 3 Episode 6 - Come, Ye Saints
    8.7/10(271 votes)

    S3:E6

    The Henricksons embark on a 2,500-mile road-trip pilgrimage to a Joseph Smith shrine in Cumorah, NY, where Bill intends to bury a family time capsule in the sacred earth. Along the way, a series of jarring revelations test the limits of their family bonds--and Bill's faith.

    Director:Dan Attias
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Big Love Season 5 Episode 10 - Where Men and Mountains Meet
    8.5/10(260 votes)

    S5:E10

    In the series finale of Big Love, Margene plans on going on a cruise by herself to help people, Barb prepares to get baptized in the new church, and Nikki fears that she will be left alone if Bill goes to prison.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Big Love Season 3 Episode 10 - Sacrament
    8.4/10(224 votes)

    S3:E10

    Bill convinces Ray Henry to go along with his idea to rescue a kidnapping victim; Nicki has a surprise visitor; Alby hatches a deadly plot to consolidate his power; Sarah makes a surprise announcement that shocks the family.

    Director:Dan Attias
    Writer:Victoria Morrow

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  4. Big Love Season 1 Episode 12 - The Ceremony
    8.2/10(269 votes)

    S1:E12

    To Roman's surprise, Bill and Joey attend the UEB priesthood council meeting. Alby's visit to Wanda brings out her old habits, which could potentially land Bill in a big trouble. Rhonda uses the acting competition as an excuse to leave the compound but she discovers that her family isn't willing to let her go. Finally, Barb attends the Mother of the Year awards ceremony but not all goes as expected.

    Director:Julian Farino
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Big Love Season 2 Episode 4 - Rock and a Hard Place
    8.2/10(337 votes)

    S2:E4

    Bill and Roman butt heads when Rhonda disappears from the compound. The prosecutor offers Joey a plea bargain in exchange for a confession. Meanwhile, Sarah takes an interest in a boy from her support group.

    Director:Adam Davidson
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Big Love Season 2 Episode 8 - Kingdom Come
    8.2/10(227 votes)

    S2:E8

    Bill is stressed out by work, and Frank tries to get a hold of Lois' money. Meanwhile, the family discovers Ben and Brynn's secret.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Dustin Lance Black

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  7. Big Love Season 2 Episode 12 - Oh, Pioneers
    8.2/10(231 votes)

    S2:E12

    In the season finale, the family prepares for the annual Pioneer Week. Bill and Alby butt heads over the control of UEB. Meanwhile, Margene reveals the truth to Ana.

    Director:Julian Farino
    Writers:Mark V. Olsen, Dustin Lance Black

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  8. Big Love Season 3 Episode 8 - Rough Edges
    8.2/10(214 votes)

    S3:E8

    Bill petitions the DA's office to charge Roman with murder; Margene starts a jewelry business; Don's fact-finding mission about the casino license reveals the possible involvement of Bill's brother-in-law; Sarah considers her options for the future.

    Director:Dan Attias
    Writer:Mark V. Olsen

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  9. Big Love Season 4 Episode 9 - End of Days
    8.2/10(192 votes)

    S4:E9

    With the election only days away, Bill puts the squeeze on Paley to protect his candidacy. But Marilyn has an ace up her sleeve that threatens to wreck Bill's chances. Meanwhile, Nicki gets news that seems too good to be true; and a late-breaking polygamist scandal forces Bill and his three wives to rethink their bold post-election plans.

    Director:David Petrarca
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Big Love Season 2 Episode 3 - Reunion
    8.1/10(244 votes)

    S2:E3

    Nicki goes back to the compound for a family reunion, bringing Bill with her, where they find out the extent of Roman's betrayal of their family. Barb is annoyed by Margene and Ben's behavior. Meanwhile, Alby disobeys his father.

    Director:Alan Poul
    Writer:Dustin Lance Black

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  11. Big Love Season 3 Episode 4 - On Trial
    8.1/10(207 votes)

    S3:E4

    Bill attempts to drive a wedge between Alby and Roman, whose case finally goes to trial. Struggling with the decision of what to do regarding her pregnancy, Sarah recruits Heather and Ben for moral support.

    Director:David Knoller
    Writer:Mark V. Olsen

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  12. Big Love Season 5 Episode 9 - Exorcism
    8.1/10(160 votes)

    S5:E9

    Alby gets Adaleen on his side against Bill and his family. Rhonda asks Ben to marry her which results in Ben & Heather breaking up. Bill faces the possibility of a 20 year sentence, as his family tries to cope. Cara Lynn breaks down after Nikki tells her that Mr. Ivy never loved her.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Big Love Season 2 Episode 11 - Take Me as I Am
    8.0/10(217 votes)

    S2:E11

    Barb finds out that her mother is about to re-marry. Bill hears disturbing news about Weber Gaming. Meanwhile, Nicki is upset by outside influences on her children.

    Director:Jim McKay
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Big Love Season 3 Episode 9 - Outer Darkness
    8.0/10(212 votes)

    S3:E9

    Nicki's homecoming, after a visit from her sister wives, isn't what she imagined; Barb endures a trying experience at her old church; Ted does an about-face on the casino project; Scott's reunion with Sarah doesn't go over well with her father or brother; Joey is upset by Bill's change of heart about Roman after the Greenes' latest move.

    Director:Michael Lehmann
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Big Love Season 4 Episode 5 - Sins of the Father
    8.0/10(199 votes)

    S4:E5

    Bill pulls out all the stops to win Paley's support for the State Senate nomination, while Nicki continues as his campaign's 'secret weapon.' Meanwhile, Margene gets the cold shoulder; Marilyn pitches to represent the casino's interests in Washington; Frank picks a bad time to drop by the casino; and Bill absorbs a last-minute sucker punch from Coburn.

    Director:David Petrarca
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Big Love Season 5 Episode 8 - The Noose Tightens
    8.0/10(165 votes)

    S5:E8

    Bill fights for his family and his freedom; Alby looks to settle unfinished business; Nicki plans a new future for Cara Lynn.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Big Love Season 2 Episode 10 - The Happiest Girl...
    7.9/10(225 votes)

    S2:E10

    Bill takes Margene to a convention. Frank is looking for a new wife. Meanwhile, Nicki throws a party.

    Director:Tom Vaughan
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Big Love Season 3 Episode 3 - Prom Queen
    7.9/10(226 votes)

    S3:E3

    Roman's upcoming trial creates more headaches for the Henricksons as Bill worries about Rhonda's plans to testify, the involvement of Joey's family and shocking news about Nicki's past. Meanwhile, Barb has another contentious reunion with her sister; Margene copes with a family tragedy; and Sarah changes her mind about attending her senior prom.

    Director:David Petrarca
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Big Love Season 3 Episode 7 - Fight or Flight
    7.9/10(207 votes)

    S3:E7

    Nicki's problems escalate at home and on the job; Alby's wife Glory reacts to her reduced stature at Juniper Creek by showing a secret document to Bill; Joey's plans to make Kathy his second wife could be derailed by Roman and Hollis Greene.

    Director:Adam Davidson
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Big Love Season 1 Episode 5 - Affair
    7.8/10(277 votes)

    S1:E5

    Nicki suspects that Bill is having an affair and is considering bringing a fourth wife to the family. Margene, feeling alone in the big house, befriends the new neighbor, Pam Martin. Bill goes after Roman and tries to expose him, but polygamy accusations also fly in the Home Plus. Meanwhile, Ben is trying to cope with his arousing sexuality and being a teenager.

    Director:Alan Taylor
    Writer:Alexa Junge

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  21. Big Love Season 1 Episode 10 - The Baptism
    7.8/10(260 votes)

    S1:E10

    The Henrickson's prepare Teenie's baptism with friction and surprises from Barb's judgmental sister. Bill decides to take preemptive action against Roman with his brother. Margene continues to butt heads with Nicki, and her misfortunes pile up. Ben wants to show his affection to Brynn but is surprised when she demands something more.

    Director:Michael Lehmann
    Writer:Dustin Lance Black

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  22. Big Love Season 2 Episode 1 - Damage Control
    7.8/10(263 votes)

    S2:E1

    After they're outed as polygamists, Barb decides to leave the family while Bill starts an investigation of who leaked the information. Meanwhile, Sarah attends a support group for ex-Mormons

    Director:Daniel Minahan
    Writer:Mark V. Olsen

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  23. Big Love Season 2 Episode 6 - Dating Game
    7.8/10(221 votes)

    S2:E6

    Margene plots to introduce Barb and Nicki to Bill's next potential wife. Meanwhile, journalists take an interest in Rhonda's story.

    Director:Jim McKay
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Big Love Season 2 Episode 7 - Good Guys and Bad Guys
    7.8/10(232 votes)

    S2:E7

    Margene's mother visits the family. Scott has upsetting news about Alby. Meanwhile, a familiar face returns to Juniper Creek.

    Director:Michael Lehmann
    Writer:Mark V. Olsen

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  25. Big Love Season 2 Episode 9 - Circle the Wagons
    7.8/10(221 votes)

    S2:E9

    Bill seeks his wives' advice regarding the video poker business. Barb tries to reconcile things between Sarah and Heather. Meanwhile, Lois seeks revenge on Frank.

    Director:John Strickland
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Come, Ye Saints" is the best rated episode of "Big Love". It scored 8.7/10 based on 271 votes. Directed by Dan Attias and written by Unknown, it aired on 2/22/2009. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Where Men and Mountains Meet".