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The Worst Episodes of Brothers and Sisters

Every episode of Brothers and Sisters ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Brothers and Sisters!

Brothers and Sisters is an American sitcom that aired on NBC from January to April 1979. The series attempted to capitalize on the success of...
Genre:Comedy
Network:NBC

Worst Episodes Summary

"High Time" is the worst rated episode of "Brothers and Sisters". It scored N/A/10 based on 0 votes. Directed by George Tyne and written by Ron Leavitt, it aired on 1/26/1979. This episode scored NaN points lower than the second lowest rated, "Man in Chains".

  • High Time
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    #1 - High Time

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 1/26/1979

    Checko, Ronald and Zipper find themselves saddled with the college president's tipsy daughter, and try to sneak her back to her room.

    Director: George Tyne

    Writer: Ron Leavitt

  • Man in Chains
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    #2 - Man in Chains

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 2/2/1979

    The angry sisters of Gamma Iota kidnap Zipper after suspecting him of stealing their diaries.

    Director: Dick Martin

    Writer: Jeff Franklin

  • Mirror Image
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    #3 - Mirror Image

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 2/9/1979

    Scrambling to find Zipper a date for the Valentine's Day dance, the Pi Nu brothers settle on Seymour's overweight sister Marilyn, who is visiting for the weekend. As a prank, Harlan arranges for Zipper to be crowned "King of Hearts" at the dance.

    Director: Tony Mordente

    Writer: Paul Diamond

  • Made in Japan
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    #4 - Made in Japan

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 2/16/1979

    After seeing his pals Checko and Ronald split up over a beautiful Asian student, Zipper tries to force a truce by locking them in the same room together - unaware that the fraternity house is on fire.

    Director: Nick Abdo

    Writer: Brian Levant

  • A Wrenching Problem
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    #5 - A Wrenching Problem

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 2/23/1979

    When Zipper's father arrives on campus for a visit, Checko and Ronald conspire to trick him into believing that his son is a model student. Since Harlan is out of town, Zipper attempts to pose as president of the fraternity.

    Director: Dennis Steinmetz

    Writer: Bernie Kahn

  • Lucky Me
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    #6 - Lucky Me

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 3/9/1979

    Checko and Ronald attempt to cure Zipper of his tendency to hiccup when excited, which has been sabotaging his romantic life. Meanwhile, Harlan finds out and tells everyone.

    Director: Lawrence Trilling

    Writer: David Lerner

  • Love and Marriage
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    #7 - Love and Marriage

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 3/16/1979

    Checko, Ronald and Zipper organize their own version of "The Newlywed Game" after enrolling in a marriage survival course that requires pairing off with a female partner.

    Director: Will Mackenzie

    Writer: Jerry Mayer, Bob Brunner, Arthur Silver

  • Spring Vacation
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    #8 - Spring Vacation

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 3/23/1979

    En route to Florida for spring break, Checko, Ronald and Zipper end up stranded at a seedy roadside diner when their car breaks down. They are shocked to discover the snobbish Mary Lee working as a waitress.

    Director: Dennis Steinmetz

    Writer: Paul Diamond, Bob Brunner, Arthur Silver

  • Save the Monkey
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    #9 - Save the Monkey

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 3/28/1979

    Zipper creates chaos when he rescues a chimpanzee from a fatal research experiment. Mary Lee is none too happy when she winds up baby-sitting the lovable chimp, who mimics her every move.

    Director: Tony Mordente

    Writer: David Lerner, Roy Teicher

  • Main Event
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    #10 - Main Event

    Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 3/30/1979

    Harlan challenges Ronald to a boxing match to defend Mary Lee's honor, while Checko and Zipper take bets.

    Director: Nick Abdo

    Writer: Allan A. Goldstein

  • Truth or Consequences
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    #11 - Truth or Consequences

    Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 4/6/1979

    When Harlan cheats on a calculus exam and Zipper is mistakenly accused, Zipper has to decide whether to accept a failing grade or tell on Harlan.

    Director: Dennis Steinmetz

    Writer: Allan A. Goldstein

  • Pilot
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    #12 - Pilot

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 1/21/1979

    Accepting a wager from snooty Pi Nu president Harlan, Zipper unwisely bets his entire tuition that he can lure beautiful sorority girl Suzi Cooper into his bedroom by midnight. As the deadline approaches, Zipper's buddy Checko devises a plan to help his friend win the bet.

    Director: Lowell Ganz

    Writer: Brian Levant, Ron Leavitt