Brothers and Sisters

The Best Episodes of Brothers and Sisters

Genre:Drama
Network:ABC

Every episode of Brothers and Sisters ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Brothers and Sisters!

The close-knit Walker family deals with struggles and triumphs.
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  1. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #1 - Matriarchy

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    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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  2. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #2 - Just a Sliver

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    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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    Writer:N/A
  3. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #3 - Troubled Waters, Part 1

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    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
  4. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #4 - Troubled Waters, Part 2

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    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
    Writer:N/A
  5. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #5 - Taking Sides

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    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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  6. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #6 - S3X

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    S3:E21

    Sarah reclaims her Ojai office and meets Cal, a staffer in accounting. He helps her unpack; Even in the heat of the moment; Sarah's business savvy remains; When David, Holly, Rebecca and Ryan have dinner; David can't help but notice Ryan's behavior around his daughter; Scotty, Kevin and Chad share drinks.

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    Director:Laura Innes
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  8. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #7 - Julia

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    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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  9. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #8 - Breaking the News

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    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
  10. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #9 - From France With Love

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    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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  11. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #10 - Last Tango in Pasadena

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    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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  12. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #11 - Time After Time Part 1

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    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
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  13. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #12 - Time After Time Part 2

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    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
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  14. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #13 - An Ideal Husband

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    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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  15. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #14 - Brody

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    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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  16. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #15 - Olivia's Choice

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    S5:E17

    When Olivia's brother shows up and sets out to gain custody of her from Kevin and Scotty, the Walkers struggle amongst themselves to determine what's best for Olivia.

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  17. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #16 - Wouldn’t It Be Nice

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    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. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #17 - Father Unknown

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    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
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  19. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #18 - For Better Or For Worse

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    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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  20. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #19 - Walker Down The Aisle

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    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
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  21. 8.0/10(3 votes)

    #20 - Mistakes Were Made (1)

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    S1:E8

    Justin's resolve to stay clean is shaken by a disturbing letter from the US military requesting that he go back and join them.Kevin swallows his fears and tries his hardest to win back Scotty but it blows up in his face, Nora prepares for a date, and Sarah uncovers some shocking information.

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    Director:Michael Lange
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  22. 8.0/10(2 votes)

    #21 - Love Is Difficult

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    S1:E15

    Sarah and Joe go into therapy following the tensions of their marriage. An office poll unsettles Kitty about her relationship with Senator McCallister.Tommy bumps into a concealed member of the Walker family while Tommy and Julia learn about a surprise addition to the family.

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  23. 8.0/10(2 votes)

    #22 - Three Parties

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    S1:E18

    Sarah accompanies Kitty to Senator McAllister's hometown to interview local residents for his upcoming election campaign, where she meets his high school sweetheart Alice. The pair meets up with some local high school seniors at a bar, and attends a party with them. Rebecca asks Justin to attend a house party with her, who ends with Justin getting a black eye; while Chad makes a surprising decision to come out that affects his relationship with Kevin in a negative way. Meanwhile, at the advice of her best friend, Nora asks her professor out on a date. And Kitty returns to L.A. with new insight on McAllister and admits that she's falling in love with him.

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  24. 8.0/10(2 votes)

    #23 - Game Night

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    S1:E19

    The Walkers have a family game night and invite Rebecca along for the ride. Kitty also meets Senator McCallister's gay brother and tries to set him up with Kevin.

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    Director:Matt Shakman
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  25. 8.0/10(2 votes)

    #24 - Grapes of Wrath

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    S1:E21

    The vineyard opens up and the whole family attends. Holly also makes a move on Mark when Nora is gone.

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  26. 8.0/10(2 votes)

    #25 - Favorite Son

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    S1:E22

    Kevin acts as McCallister's attorney when a radio host makes accusations against his war heroism. Also, Tommy and Julia must face a tough decision regarding their newborn babies.

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    Director:Jason Moore
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Best Episodes Summary

"Matriarchy" is the best rated episode of "Brothers and Sisters". It scored 8.5/10 based on 2 votes. Directed by Ken Olin and written by Greg Berlanti, Jon Robin Baitz, it aired on 5/20/2007. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Just a Sliver".