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The Best Episodes of Gary Unmarried Season 1

Every episode of Gary Unmarried Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Gary Unmarried Season 1!

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A recently divorced couple shares custody of their two children while starting new relationships.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Gary Unmarried Season 1 Episode 12 - Gary Dates Louise's Teacher
    7.7/10(69 votes)

    S1:E12

    To prove that men are not only interested in only beautiful women, Gary dates Louise's favorite, but plain school teacher.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Gary Unmarried Season 1 Episode 8 - Gary and Allison Brooks
    7.6/10(68 votes)

    S1:E8

    Gary pretends he is still married while attending the vow-renewal of a friend, as a favor to Allison. But the plan backfires when Gary finds himself attracted to one of the guests.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Gary Unmarried Season 1 Episode 13 - Gary Moves Back In
    7.4/10(47 votes)

    S1:E13

    While his home is under repair, Gary moves back in with Allison.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Gary Unmarried Season 1 Episode 16 - Gary Uses His Veto
    7.3/10(46 votes)

    S1:E16

    When Gary vetoes Louise from taking Chinese, Allison uses her veto to put a stop to Louise taking golf lessons.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writer:Mitch Hunter

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  5. Gary Unmarried Season 1 Episode 4 - Gary Gets His Stuff Back
    7.2/10(65 votes)

    S1:E4

    Gary makes a threat to show Allison's racy photographs he received from her on their first anniversary to everyone, when she refuses to give back his pool table he bought for her as a gift.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Gary Unmarried Season 1 Episode 6 - Gary Meets the Gang
    7.1/10(59 votes)

    S1:E6

    Gary and Allison have hit that point where their relationship moves ahead, by meet each others friends. But neither felt like they had made a great impression.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writer:Susan McMartin

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  7. Gary Unmarried Season 1 Episode 9 - Gary Gives Thanks
    7.1/10(54 votes)

    S1:E9

    It is the first Thanksgiving as a divorced couple, and Gary finds himself competing for dinner guests with Allison.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Gary Unmarried Season 1 Episode 14 - Gary and Dennis' Sister
    7.0/10(53 votes)

    S1:E14

    Gary freaks out after learning that Dennis has made plans for his marriage to his younger sister, after they begin dating.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writer:Susan McMartin

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  9. Gary Unmarried Season 1 Episode 15 - Gary's Ex-Brother-in-Law
    7.0/10(54 votes)

    S1:E15

    Gary reluctantly takes financial advice from Allison's brother, after receiving an notice from the IRS about an audit.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writer:Mark Jordan Legan

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  10. Gary Unmarried Season 1 Episode 19 - Gary and His Half Brother
    7.0/10(43 votes)

    S1:E19

    Gary's half-brother has returned from the war and needs a place to stay. The full house finds Gary spinning out of control as he finds himself playing parent to both his children and a sibling.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Gary Unmarried Season 1 Episode 3 - Gary Marries Off His Ex
    6.9/10(69 votes)

    S1:E3

    Gary realizes that if he can stop paying spousal support, he can buy Tom lots of toys. He sets about trying to encourage Dr. Krandall to set a date.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writer:Janae Bakken

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  12. Gary Unmarried Season 1 Episode 10 - Gary Goes First
    6.9/10(51 votes)

    S1:E10

    When Gary discovers that Allison is going to take the kids to their first concert, a not-so-friendly competition kicks off. Gary tries to out-do Allison by exposing the kids to other first experiences, such as Tommy's first shave and buying Louise her first bra.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Gary Unmarried Season 1 Episode 5 - Gary Breaks Up His Ex-Wife and Girlfriend
    6.8/10(58 votes)

    S1:E5

    Gary is afraid that Vanessa and Allison's blooming friendship will mean doom for his relationship with Vanessa once Allison sets up a gloomy impression of him. Gary wishes all the former women in his life will make friendships elsewhere.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Gary Unmarried Season 1 Episode 7 - Gary and Allison's Restaurant
    6.8/10(55 votes)

    S1:E7

    Gary ends up in Vanessa's doghouse after finally taking her on a real date, but brings her to a restaurant that he used to frequent with Allison.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Gary Unmarried Season 1 Episode 11 - Gary Toughens Up Tom
    6.8/10(46 votes)

    S1:E11

    Gary begins to feel threatened by Tom's relationship with Dr. Krandall, leading him to change the relationship he has with his son.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Gary Unmarried Season 1 Episode 2 - Gary Gets Boundaries
    6.7/10(79 votes)

    S1:E2

    Gary and Allison decide they need to make some new boundaries and distance themselves from each other after he undressing in front of her.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Gary Unmarried Season 1 Episode 1 - Gary's Ex Got Engaged
    6.6/10(107 votes)

    S1:E1

    Gary must deal with the news that his ex-wife is engaged to another man all while trying to balance single fatherhood and a new relationship of his own.

    Director:Ted Wass
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Gary Unmarried Season 1 Episode 17 - Gary Hooks Up Allison
    6.6/10(44 votes)

    S1:E17

    When Allison breaks up with Krandall, she begins showing up at Gary's house, forcing Gary to find her someone new.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Gary Unmarried Season 1 Episode 18 - Gary and the Trophy
    6.5/10(43 votes)

    S1:E18

    After a bowling teammate quits before the championships, Gary rushes to find a replacement.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writer:Rob DesHotel

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  20. Gary Unmarried Season 1 Episode 20 - Gary Fixes Allison's Garbage Disposal
    6.3/10(51 votes)

    S1:E20

    Gary sets out to repair Allison's garbage disposal but find themselves inside her bedroom fixing their lust for sex.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Gary Dates Louise's Teacher" is the best rated episode of "Gary Unmarried" season 1. It scored 7.7/10 based on 69 votes. Directed by James Burrows and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/14/2009. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Gary and Allison Brooks".