9.0/10213 votesLoading...
8.8/10158 votesLoading...#2 - Troubled Waters, Part 1
Season 3 Episode 16 - Aired 3/1/2009
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.
Director: Ken Olin
Writer: N/A
8.7/10139 votesLoading...#3 - Time After Time Part 1
Season 4 Episode 18 - Aired 4/11/2010
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.
Director: Ken Olin
Writer: N/A
8.7/10127 votesLoading...#4 - Father Unknown
Season 5 Episode 20 - Aired 4/24/2011
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.
Director: Matthew Rhys
Writer: N/A
8.6/10126 votesLoading...#5 - Time After Time Part 2
Season 4 Episode 19 - Aired 4/11/2010
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.
Director: Ken Olin
Writer: N/A
8.5/10189 votesLoading...#6 - Matriarchy
Season 1 Episode 23 - Aired 5/20/2007
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.
Director: Ken Olin
Writer: Jon Robin Baitz, Greg Berlanti
8.5/10131 votesLoading...#7 - Just a Sliver
Season 3 Episode 10 - Aired 12/7/2008
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.
Director: Michael Schultz
Writer: N/A
8.5/10144 votesLoading...#8 - Troubled Waters, Part 2
Season 3 Episode 17 - Aired 3/1/2009
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.
Director: Ken Olin
Writer: N/A
8.5/10113 votesLoading...#9 - An Ideal Husband
Season 5 Episode 6 - Aired 10/31/2010
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.
Director: Bethany Rooney
Writer: Jon Robin Baitz, Michael J. Cinquemani
8.5/10107 votesLoading...#10 - For Better Or For Worse
Season 5 Episode 21 - Aired 5/1/2011
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: Stephen Tolkin
8.4/10121 votesLoading...#11 - Julia
Season 3 Episode 22 - Aired 4/26/2009
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.4/10125 votesLoading...#12 - Breaking the News
Season 4 Episode 2 - Aired 10/4/2009
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.
Director: Ken Olin
Writer: N/A
8.4/10118 votesLoading...#13 - From France With Love
Season 4 Episode 4 - Aired 10/18/2009
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: Sarah Goldfinger
8.4/10124 votesLoading...#14 - Last Tango in Pasadena
Season 4 Episode 5 - Aired 10/25/2009
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.
Director: Bethany Rooney
Writer: N/A
8.4/10137 votesLoading...#15 - On the Road Again
Season 4 Episode 24 - Aired 5/16/2010
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.
Director: Ken Olin
Writer: N/A
8.4/10122 votesLoading...#16 - Brody
Season 5 Episode 15 - Aired 2/20/2011
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.
Director: Matthew Rhys
Writer: N/A
8.4/10102 votesLoading...#17 - Wouldn’t It Be Nice
Season 5 Episode 19 - Aired 4/17/2011
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.
Director: Ken Olin
Writer: Michael J. Cinquemani
8.3/10145 votesLoading...#18 - The Other Walker
Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 3/4/2007
The Walkers find out about William's biggest secret: his other daughter with Holly.
Director: Gloria Muzio
Writer: N/A
8.3/10149 votesLoading...#19 - Moral Hazard
Season 2 Episode 15 - Aired 5/4/2008
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.3/10127 votesLoading...#20 - Taking Sides
Season 3 Episode 18 - Aired 3/8/2009
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.3/10111 votesLoading...#21 - Spring Broken
Season 3 Episode 19 - Aired 3/15/2009
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.3/10114 votesLoading...#22 - Let's Call the Whole Thing Off
Season 3 Episode 23 - Aired 5/3/2009
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.
Director: Laura Innes
Writer: N/A
8.3/10111 votesLoading...#23 - Almost Normal
Season 4 Episode 3 - Aired 10/11/2009
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.
Director: Michael Schultz
Writer: N/A
8.3/10108 votesLoading...#24 - If You Bake It, He Will Come
Season 4 Episode 20 - Aired 4/18/2010
Still reeling from his discovery of Nora’s buried secrets about his childhood, Kevin refuses to attend his own birthday party. Meanwhile Justin, Tommy and Kevin confront Dennis York.
Director: Bethany Rooney
Writer: Marjorie David
8.3/10109 votesLoading...#25 - A Righteous Kiss
Season 5 Episode 4 - Aired 10/17/2010
Justin and Rebecca reach an impasse in their relationship; Holly has a breakdown over her inability to remember her own daughter; Sarah struggles to keep up with the Joneses when Cooper lands the lead role in "Romeo & Juliet"; Saul takes a huge risk to make a romantic connection with a dear friend; and Kitty struggles with an affair of the heart.
Director: Ken Olin
Writer: Stephen Tolkin
The Best Episodes of Brothers and Sisters
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.
Genre:Drama
Network:ABC
Best Episodes Summary
"Walker Down The Aisle" is the best rated episode of "Brothers and Sisters". It scored 9/10 based on 213 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".