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The Best Episodes of Casual

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

A dysfunctional family tries to help each other navigate the modern dating scene. Recent divorcee Tara and her bachelor brother coach each other through the...
Genre:Comedy
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Best Episodes Summary

"Finale" is the best rated episode of "Casual". It scored 8.5/10 based on 132 votes. Directed by Michael Weaver and written by Zander Lehmann, it aired on 7/31/2018. This episode scored 0.3 points higher than the second highest rated, "Bottles".

  • Finale
    8.5/10132 votes
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    #1 - Finale

    Season 4 Episode 8 - Aired 7/31/2018

    Alex and Valerie grapple with an unexpected death in the family and put big life decisions on hold to go on a double date. Laura finds clarity in her love life. Series Finale.

    Director: Michael Weaver

    Writer: Zander Lehmann

  • Bottles
    8.2/10214 votes
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    #2 - Bottles

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 11/18/2015

    Laura invites several unwelcome guests to Alex's house for Thanksgiving dinner they'll all never forget.

    Director: Tricia Brock

    Writer: N/A

  • The Last Super Bowl
    8.2/1090 votes
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    #3 - The Last Super Bowl

    Season 4 Episode 5 - Aired 7/31/2018

    During Alex’s Last Super Bowl party gone awry, Valerie introduces John to the gang as Alex processes Rae’s decision to move out. Laura has a chance run-in with Tathiana. And Leon and Leia are at an impasse after Leia’s recent revelation.

    Director: Zander Lehmann

    Writer: Rosa Handelman

  • All About You
    8.2/1089 votes
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    #4 - All About You

    Season 4 Episode 7 - Aired 7/31/2018

    Alex’s “first date” with Rae goes less smoothly than planned, while a stubborn John tries Val’s patience. Laura returns to Tathiana with a newfound resolve, and Leon and Leia begin the process of mediation.

    Director: Michael Weaver

    Writer: Nick Jones Jr.

  • The Great Unknown
    8.1/10147 votes
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    #5 - The Great Unknown

    Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 8/23/2016

    A family crisis brings Valerie, Alex and Laura together.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Threesomes
    8.0/10164 votes
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    #6 - Threesomes

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 7/12/2016

    Valerie must choose between two very different men; Alex's relationship with a young co-worker draws attention; Laura and Aubrey present an irresistible offer to Spencer.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Polytropos
    8.0/1085 votes
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    #7 - Polytropos

    Season 4 Episode 6 - Aired 7/31/2018

    Following a day of misguided decisions, Alex, Valerie, and Laura begin their overdue pilgrimage to Dawn’s. But when their road trip takes an accidental turn, each faces an obstacle that tests their willpower in different ways.

    Director: Helen Estabrook

    Writer: Tess Morris

  • Biden
    7.9/10194 votes
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    #8 - Biden

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 11/4/2015

    Alex's secret leads to a pleasant surprise. Laura bonds with Michael after things spin out of control at school. Valerie opens up with her ex-husband.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Dave
    7.9/10192 votes
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    #9 - Dave

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 12/2/2015

    Alex leans on Leon for emotional support. Laura contemplates a new life. Valerie, Alex, and Emmy reach an impasse.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Big Green Egg
    7.9/10153 votes
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    #10 - Big Green Egg

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 6/21/2016

    Alex hosts a dinner for his new business partner Jordan, only to be confronted with someone from his past. Valerie joins Jennifer for Game Night with her friends. Laura gets to know one of the girls from her home school group.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Ashes To Ashes
    7.9/10143 votes
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    #11 - Ashes To Ashes

    Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 5/23/2017

    In the wake of Charles’ death, Alex and Valerie adjust to their new lives apart. Laura schemes to remove her tattoo. Dawn makes an unexpected announcement.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Mom
    7.8/10198 votes
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    #12 - Mom

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 10/28/2015

    Valerie and Alex's mother shows up unannounced. Valerie receives sound advice from an unlikely source. Laura and Michael share a moment.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Home
    7.8/10194 votes
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    #13 - Home

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 11/11/2015

    Alex, Emmy, and Leon get adventurous. Laura is devastated by news involving her mother, Valerie.

    Director: Tricia Brock

    Writer: N/A

  • Mars
    7.8/10188 votes
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    #14 - Mars

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 11/25/2015

    Tensions run high at Dawn and Charles' rehearsal dinner. Laura attends an art exhibition. A discovery shocks Alex to his core.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Reunion
    7.8/10145 votes
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    #15 - Reunion

    Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 8/2/2016

    Valerie and Jack indulge their fantasies at a hotel. Alex adjusts to his new life with Sarah. Laura and Spencer screen a series of teen romance films.

    Director: Marielle Heller

    Writer: Rosa Handelman

  • Troubleshooting
    7.8/10117 votes
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    #16 - Troubleshooting

    Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 6/13/2017

    Alex reacquaints himself with the demands of working full-time. Valerie catches up with Jennifer and learns an intriguing secret about Jack. Laura goes door-to-door collecting signatures, while interning for a new environmental group.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Rat King
    7.8/10122 votes
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    #17 - The Rat King

    Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 6/20/2017

    Rae’s discovery of a rat in the bathroom sparks a hunt through Alex’s house. Leon and Leia’s relationship escalates.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: Rosa Handelman

  • Cake Walk
    7.8/10111 votes
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    #18 - Cake Walk

    Season 3 Episode 10 - Aired 7/11/2017

    Alex searches for answers after losing his sexual powers. Valerie obsesses over Jack's choices while planning a double date with Alex and Judy. Laura finds herself lost after a hard goodbye.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Dreams Stay With You
    7.8/1088 votes
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    #19 - Dreams Stay With You

    Season 4 Episode 4 - Aired 7/31/2018

    Alex embarks on a psychedelic getaway only to encounter anunpleasant figure from his past, while Valerie runs into an old flame during a night out with John. Laura maneuvers a new career opportunity around an inscrutable boss.

    Director: Hannah Fidell

    Writer: Harris Danow

  • ...
    7.7/10209 votes
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    #20 - ...

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 10/21/2015

    Valerie breaks Alex's rules on casual sex. Alex is interviewed about his dating website. Laura takes things up a notch with an older man.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Trivial Pursuit
    7.7/10152 votes
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    #21 - Trivial Pursuit

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 6/7/2016

    Alex embraces his new role as Laura's teacher but his methods are questionable. Valerie reaches out to old friends and makes an unsettling discovery.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Things to Do in Burbank When You're Dead
    7.7/10138 votes
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    #22 - Things to Do in Burbank When You're Dead

    Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 5/23/2017

    After the memorial, Alex and Valerie spend one last night roaming the streets of their old neighborhood and discussing where to scatter Charles’ ashes.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Look At Me
    7.7/10119 votes
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    #23 - Look At Me

    Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 6/6/2017

    Valerie’s fling with her classmate gets more complicated than she had hoped. Laura uncovers troubling information about her ballot proposition. A date inspires Alex to consider his future.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Missing Piece
    7.7/1096 votes
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    #24 - The Missing Piece

    Season 4 Episode 2 - Aired 7/31/2018

    A sudden death has Val questioning her life choices, while Alex struggles with Jeff’s intrusion in his family. Laura finds it difficult to balance her relationship with her new career and Leon and Leia receive unexpected news.

    Director: Gillian Robespierre

    Writer: Cara DiPaolo

  • Virtual Reality
    7.7/1097 votes
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    #25 - Virtual Reality

    Season 4 Episode 3 - Aired 7/31/2018

    The realities of Valerie’s impulsive decision begin to take hold as Laura endures the fallout from her fight with Tathiana. Alex navigates the bizarre world of virtual dating and makes a surprising connection.

    Director: Hannah Fidell

    Writer: Zander Lehmann