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The Best Episodes of Brothers and Sisters

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The Best Episodes of Brothers and Sisters

The close-knit Walker family deals with struggles and triumphs.

Seasons5

  1. 9.0/10(219 votes)

    #1 - Walker Down The Aisle

    S5:E22

    As Sarah and Luc’s nuptials approach, plans go horribly awry and the Walkers learn several surprising lessons about the real meaning of family, on the Series Finale of “Brothers & Sisters”.

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    Director:Ken Olin
    Writer:N/A
  2. 8.8/10(167 votes)

    #2 - Troubled Waters, Part 1

    S3:E16

    As the Walkers welcomes in a new life, they must also face the terror of losing one of their own. Meanwhile, Rebecca asks her father for help when she comes across new information that may spell disaster for the company.

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    Director:Ken Olin
    Writer:N/A
  3. 8.7/10(143 votes)

    #3 - Time After Time Part 1

    S4:E18

    In an effort to get to the root of the secret that William's nemesis, Dennis York, holds over their heads, the Walkers recall their memories, both good and horrifying, of their family's days at Ojai Foods in 1986. Then, as they continue to flashback to their younger days, they finally recall the shocking secret and the shameful cover-up that led to York's power play, and are forced to deal with the remorse of a tragic event. Meanwhile, Nora and Holly take an uncharacteristic trip, a la "Thelma & Louise," to search for answers about Ojai's hidden worth, and Justin and Rebecca finally get their happily ever after.

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    Director:Ken Olin
    Writer:N/A
  4. 8.7/10(130 votes)

    #4 - Father Unknown

    S5:E20

    Parenthood is questionable for more than one member of the Walker family, as Justin keeps a closely guarded secret about the true paternal identity of one of his siblings and Scotty makes a shocking discovery that will bring a new life into the Walker family fold.

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    Director:Matthew Rhys
    Writer:N/A
  5. 8.6/10(130 votes)

    #5 - Time After Time Part 2

    S4:E19

    In an effort to get to the root of the secret that William's nemesis, Dennis York, holds over their heads, the Walkers recall their memories, both good and horrifying, of their family's days at Ojai Foods in 1986. Then, as they continue to flashback to their younger days, they finally recall the shocking secret and the shameful cover-up that led to York's power play, and are forced to deal with the remorse of a tragic event. Meanwhile, Nora and Holly take an uncharacteristic trip, a la "Thelma & Louise," to search for answers about Ojai's hidden worth, and Justin and Rebecca finally get their happily ever after.

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    Director:Ken Olin
    Writer:N/A
  6. 8.5/10(196 votes)

    #6 - Matriarchy

    S1:E23

    Nora organizes an engagement party for Kitty and Robert. Justin is about to be deployed to Iraq, and he tries to have special time with his family members to say goodbye. Kitty finds it hard to tell her mother that she will be moving out. An old friend of Saul's visits after his divorce.

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  8. 8.5/10(135 votes)

    #7 - Just a Sliver

    S3:E10

    The Walkers encounter some conflicts in the schedules on Thankgiving; leaving Nora & Sarah alone to celebrate; Elizabeth endures a medical emergency that brings the family together.

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  9. 8.5/10(150 votes)

    #8 - Troubled Waters, Part 2

    S3:E17

    As the Walkers welcomes in a new life, they must also face the terror of losing one of their own. Meanwhile, Rebecca asks her father for help when she comes across new information that may spell disaster for the company.

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    Director:Ken Olin
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  10. 8.4/10(125 votes)

    #9 - Julia

    S3:E22

    Out of patience waiting for Tommy to return home, Julia makes a life-changing decision about the future; Robert discovers what Kitty has been keeping from him; Holly & Sarah finally find balance in their relationship.

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  11. 8.4/10(129 votes)

    #10 - Breaking the News

    S4:E2

    As Robert worries about news of his recent heart attack leaking to the press, Kitty struggles with an untold secret that will deeply affect their marriage and bring the Walker family together like never before. Meanwhile, Kevin and Scotty discuss the real possibility and challenge of surrogacy.

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    Director:Ken Olin
    Writer:N/A
  12. 8.4/10(122 votes)

    #11 - From France With Love

    S4:E4

    After returning from France, Sarah manages to distract Kitty through her chemo treatments by using tales of her romance with a French artist. Meanwhile, Justin has problems with his anatomy class and seeks his professor for help with surviving the semester with his teenage genius lab partner.

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  13. 8.4/10(128 votes)

    #12 - Last Tango in Pasadena

    S4:E5

    The Walker family, with the exception of Nora, are surprised by the charms and tango lessongs of Luc Laurent, Sarah's new lover. However, Nora quickly uncovers that her French houseguest is a very good comfort during a very difficult time. Meanwhile, Robert needs to distract Kitty from the cancer, and he uses his most romantic efforts into the situation.

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  14. 8.4/10(142 votes)

    #13 - On the Road Again

    S4:E24

    As the Walkers try to cope with the sadness and financial ruin that lingers as a result of the closure of Ojai Foods, they discover a small ray of hope in one of William Walker’s many secret investments. Meanwhile, Robert’s health and the safety of his family are compromised when he finds himself in way over his head in a subversive business deal, and newlyweds Justin and Rebecca consider a trial separation.

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    Director:Ken Olin
    Writer:N/A
  15. 8.4/10(116 votes)

    #14 - An Ideal Husband

    S5:E6

    Everyone in the Walker family is willing to forgive and forget Scotty's infidelity. But when the family all put their best foot forward to help them reunite, things end up in a fist fight. Meanwhile Jack is reinvigorated by being back in the city and starts to pursue new ventures, but Kitty can't seem to picture herself in this new life, and Sarah and Luc share some exciting news with the family.

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  16. 8.4/10(124 votes)

    #15 - Brody

    S5:E15

    Though Nora tries her best to keep Brody at bay, she can’t help but feel the long lost connection between them, and Justin reaches out to a homeless vet reluctant to accept help getting back on his feet.

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    Director:Matthew Rhys
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  17. 8.4/10(104 votes)

    #16 - Wouldn’t It Be Nice

    S5:E19

    Nora finally gives in to her feelings for Brody, which leads to a spontaneous romantic getaway. Meanwhile Sarah and Luc closely consider growing their family, and a chance encounter with Michelle raises Scotty's suspicions about her whereabouts for the past several months.

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  18. 8.4/10(110 votes)

    #17 - For Better Or For Worse

    S5:E21

    After Sarah confronts Brody about his being her father, she decides she no longer wants him to be a part of her life or Nora's, but Nora just can't seem to let him go. Meanwhile, Olivia struggles with the new addition of baby Daniel to the family.

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  19. 8.3/10(153 votes)

    #18 - Moral Hazard

    S2:E15

    After an international business deal goes bad, Holly becomes the saving grace for Ojai Foods; Justin delivers heartbreaking news about a family member; Saul makes a confession; Scotty and Kevin share a life-changing moment.

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  20. 8.3/10(167 votes)

    #19 - Prior Commitments

    S2:E16

    Kevin and Scotty make a commitment to be life partners; Saul finally comes to grips with his identity in a public way; the family discovers that William kept yet another painful secret from them.

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    Director:Ken Olin
    Writer:N/A
  21. 8.3/10(131 votes)

    #20 - Taking Sides

    S3:E18

    In the wake of a medical crisis, Robert continues strong on his campaign for governor. Meanwhile, Saul and Sarah work to hide Tommy's legal problems from Nora.

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  22. 8.2/10(152 votes)

    #21 - The Other Walker

    S1:E16

    The Walkers find out about William's biggest secret: his other daughter with Holly.

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    Director:Gloria Muzio
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  23. 8.2/10(113 votes)

    #22 - Unfinished Business

    S3:E9

    Nora recruits the family to deconstruct her new charity money pit; Kitty & Robert take a huge & overwhelming step in adoption; Sarah takes a big risk with her new business partners by eating crows; Holly pushes Tommy to his limits when she does something in the winery without consulting him.

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    Director:N/A
    Writer:Nancy Won
  24. 8.2/10(115 votes)

    #23 - Spring Broken

    S3:E19

    Kevin and Justin take Tommy on a trip in order to help him make a decision about his future. Meanwhile, Kitty and Evan head to Nora's to meet the new half-brother.

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  25. 8.2/10(118 votes)

    #24 - Let's Call the Whole Thing Off

    S3:E23

    When Kitty & Robert reach a crossroads in their marriage, she is forced to reflect on her father's past indiscretions and decide what's most important in life. Meanwhile, Ryan makes a discovery about his mother's death and takes a huge leap in the wrong direction to vie for Rebecca's affection.

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    Director:Laura Innes
    Writer:N/A
  26. 8.2/10(115 votes)

    #25 - Almost Normal

    S4:E3

    Kitty, Robert and Nora struggle to accept Kitty's cancer and to come to an agreement on the best possible treatment, but as they prepare to share the news with the entire family, a surprise visitor from afar makes the burden a bit easier to bear.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Walker Down The Aisle" is the best rated episode of "Brothers and Sisters". It scored 9/10 based on 219 votes. Directed by Ken Olin and written by N/A, it aired on 5/8/2011. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Troubled Waters, Part 1".