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The Best Episodes of Glee

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

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In this musical comedy, optimistic high school teacher Will Schuester tries to refuel his own passion while reinventing the high school's glee club and challenging a group of outcasts to realize their star potential as

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Glee Season 5 Episode 3 - The Quarterback
    9.5/10(3847 votes)

    #1 - The Quarterback

    S5:E3

    The New Directions remember Finn.

    Director:Brad Falchuk
    Writers:Ryan Murphy, Ian Brennan, Brad Falchuk

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  2. Glee Season 1 Episode 22 - Journey to Regionals
    9.1/10(2282 votes)

    #2 - Journey to Regionals

    S1:E22

    The moment New Directions has been waiting for has finally arrived: it’s time for Regionals! But when Sue pulls a fast one on Will and the glee clubbers, their chances at the title could be compromised. Meanwhile, Quinn’s life changes forever.

    Director:Brad Falchuk
    Writer:Brad Falchuk

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  3. Glee Season 3 Episode 21 - Nationals
    9.1/10(1843 votes)

    #3 - Nationals

    S3:E21

    The glee club travels to Chicago, Illinois, to compete in Nationals against the best show choirs in the country, including Vocal Adrenaline, for celebrity judges including Lindsay Lohan and Perez Hilton.

    Director:Eric Stoltz
    Writer:Ali Adler

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  4. Glee Season 1 Episode 13 - Sectionals
    9.0/10(2157 votes)

    #4 - Sectionals

    S1:E13

    Sectionals is finally here for the Glee Club, but when Quinn’s secret unravels, the club may not be able to recover in time to compete. Meanwhile, Sue’s scheming hits an all-time high, and with Emma and Ken’s marriage looming, Will makes a decision that could change his life forever.

    Director:Brad Falchuk
    Writer:Brad Falchuk

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  5. Glee Season 6 Episode 13 - Dreams Come True
    9.0/10(1471 votes)

    #5 - Dreams Come True

    S6:E13

    All of Will’s hard work and dedication to the Glee Club and to fostering the talents and dreams of his students pays off in a major way, and everyone shares in the feeling of joy that permeates the school as teachers and students reflect on their shared journey. Old rifts and wounds are healed and new sights are set on a promising future. Everyone seems to be ending up exactly as expected and right where they belong… along with more than a few unexpected surprises.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writers:Ryan Murphy, Ian Brennan, Brad Falchuk

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  6. Glee Season 2 Episode 16 - Original Song
    8.8/10(1916 votes)

    #6 - Original Song

    S2:E16

    With Sue Sylvester coaching Aural Intensity, Blaine and the Warblers’ dynamic set list and tough judges Tammy Jean Albertson and Sister Mary Constance, the kids of New Directions decide the only way to win Regionals is to write and perform their own original songs. Meanwhile, Quinn is hell-bent on getting Finn back and ruling McKinley once again.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writer:Ryan Murphy

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  7. Glee Season 3 Episode 14 - On My Way
    8.8/10(1852 votes)

    #7 - On My Way

    S3:E14

    Things heat up as the New Directions go head-to-head with the Dalton Academy Warblers at Regionals.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writer:Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa

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  8. Glee Season 5 Episode 12 - 100
    8.8/10(1358 votes)

    #8 - 100

    S5:E12

    The glee club are saying goodbye to each other when two old guests come and decide to save the glee club.

    Director:Paris Barclay
    Writers:Ryan Murphy, Ian Brennan, Brad Falchuk

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  9. Glee Season 2 Episode 8 - Furt
    8.7/10(1764 votes)

    #9 - Furt

    S2:E8

    It's all about wedding and parents with Kurt getting ready for his father Burt's upcoming marriage to Finn's mom Carole, Sue decides to compete by getting married as well which will lead to the introduction of an awesome guest star: Carol Burnett. Carol will play Sue's Nazi-hunting mother Doris, who comes to visit Sue in Ohio.

    Director:Carol Banker
    Writer:Ryan Murphy

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  10. Glee Season 3 Episode 22 - Goodbye
    8.7/10(1545 votes)

    #10 - Goodbye

    S3:E22

    The William McKinley High School class of 2012 graduates, and the glee club bids farewell to its graduating seniors.

    Director:Brad Falchuk
    Writer:Brad Falchuk

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  11. Glee Season 4 Episode 4 - The Break-Up
    8.7/10(1675 votes)

    #11 - The Break-Up

    S4:E4

    Rachel and Kurt are caught off-guard when they get unexpected visits in New York City. Meanwhile, Santana and Brittany deal with the long distance between them, and Will and Emma disagree on a new job offer.

    Director:Alfonso Gomez-Rejon
    Writer:Ryan Murphy

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  12. Glee Season 5 Episode 13 - New Directions
    8.7/10(1233 votes)

    #12 - New Directions

    S5:E13

    With the McKinley High glee club officially at an end, past and present members of New Directions look towards the future.

    Director:Brad Falchuk
    Writer:Brad Falchuk

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  13. Glee Season 6 Episode 12 - 2009
    8.7/10(1325 votes)

    #13 - 2009

    S6:E12

    GLEE goes back in time to see why the original members of New Directions signed up for glee club in the first place.

    Director:Paris Barclay
    Writers:Ryan Murphy, Ian Brennan, Brad Falchuk

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  14. Glee Season 1 Episode 9 - Wheels
    8.6/10(1922 votes)

    #14 - Wheels

    S1:E9

    Will encourages the Glee Club to support Artie, and asks each of them to perform in a wheelchair. Meanwhile, Kurt and Rachel compete for a big solo.

    Director:Paris Barclay
    Writer:Ryan Murphy

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  15. Glee Season 1 Episode 15 - The Power of Madonna
    8.6/10(2196 votes)

    #15 - The Power of Madonna

    S1:E15

    Mr. Schuester is concerned that the girls in the glee club are being disrespected and bullied by the guys. Looking to Madonna and her musical message of equality as inspiration, he challenges the entire team to choose Madonna songs as their next assignment in the hopes that the girls embrace her strength, independence and confidence and that the guys will see the error of their misogynistic ways. The glee club takes the assignment to heart as they perform some of Madonna’s greatest hits, including “Express Yourself” and “Like A Prayer.” Meanwhile, Kurt and Mercedes give Sue a vote of confidence with a makeover that is definitely in “Vogue”.

    Director:Ryan Murphy
    Writer:Ryan Murphy

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  16. Glee Season 2 Episode 6 - Never Been Kissed
    8.6/10(1964 votes)

    #16 - Never Been Kissed

    S2:E6

    After Finn and Sam find an unconventional way of controlling their urges, a few glee club members pick up on the strategy and start using it too. But when Coach Beiste gets wind of what they are up to, the glee club has some explaining to do. Meanwhile, the Girls vs. Boys Tournament returns, Kurt meets an ally from a rival glee club, Puck and Artie join forces and coach Beast is on the verge of quitting her job.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writer:Brad Falchuk

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  17. Glee Season 2 Episode 11 - The Sue Sylvester Shuffle
    8.6/10(1720 votes)

    #17 - The Sue Sylvester Shuffle

    S2:E11

    A local football championship game takes place and the "Thriller" mash-up is performed during the halftime show. The Cheerios, McKinley High's cheerleading team, compete at Regionals.

    Director:Brad Falchuk
    Writer:Ian Brennan

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  18. Glee Season 1 Episode 19 - Dream On
    8.5/10(2099 votes)

    #18 - Dream On

    S1:E19

    Mr. Schuester’s former high school nemesis, Bryan Ryan, causes trouble for the glee club. Meanwhile, Rachel struggles with a life-long personal issue, and Artie’s dreams take him on an adventure.

    Director:Joss Whedon
    Writer:Brad Falchuk

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  19. Glee Season 2 Episode 7 - The Substitute
    8.5/10(1722 votes)

    #19 - The Substitute

    S2:E7

    When Mr. Schuester gets sick, a substitute teacher takes over his Spanish class and the glee club and winds up winning over the whole New Directions clan. Meanwhile, when Sue fills in for Principal Figgins as McKinley’s top dog, she tries to flex her power on campus.

    Director:Ryan Murphy
    Writer:Ian Brennan

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  20. Glee Season 2 Episode 14 - Blame It on the Alcohol
    8.5/10(1749 votes)

    #20 - Blame It on the Alcohol

    S2:E14

    Principal Figgins teaches the student body about the danger of underage drinking, and the glee club is personally touched by the message. Meanwhile, Mr. Schuester and Coach Beiste indulge in a little fun of their own.

    Director:Eric Stoltz
    Writer:Ian Brennan

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  21. Glee Season 2 Episode 18 - Born This Way
    8.5/10(1726 votes)

    #21 - Born This Way

    S2:E18

    The glee club learns about self-acceptance through the music of Lady Gaga; Lauren and Quinn compete for prom queen; Ms. Pillsbury faces with her issues; Rachel makes a life-changing decision; Santana schemes.

    Director:Alfonso Gomez-Rejon
    Writer:Brad Falchuk

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  22. Glee Season 2 Episode 21 - Funeral
    8.5/10(1579 votes)

    #22 - Funeral

    S2:E21

    New Directions continues to strategize their set list for Nationals with a little help from Jessie St. James. Meanwhile, an unexpected loss rocks the world of one of McKinley’s own.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writer:Ryan Murphy

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  23. Glee Season 3 Episode 8 - Hold on to Sixteen
    8.5/10(1499 votes)

    #23 - Hold on to Sixteen

    S3:E8

    In an attempt to recruit a few more members, Finn tracks down former teammate Sam Evans and convinces him to come back to the glee club. Tina comes to the defense of Mike and encourages him to pursue his dream while McKinley prepares to host the big sectionals performance.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writer:Ross Maxwell

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  24. Glee Season 3 Episode 11 - Michael
    8.5/10(1657 votes)

    #24 - Michael

    S3:E11

    In a special episode celebrating the music of Michael Jackson, the rivalry between New Directions and the Warblers intensifies en route to Regionals. Meanwhile, Kurt and Rachel receive news regarding their admissions process at NYADA, and things continue to heat up between Sam and Mercedes.

    Director:Alfonso Gomez-Rejon
    Writer:Ryan Murphy

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  25. Glee Season 4 Episode 18 - Shooting Star
    8.5/10(1549 votes)

    #25 - Shooting Star

    S4:E18

    The members of New Directions are prepping for regionals, but when an unthinkable event occurs at McKinley High, perspectives are put into order.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writer:Matthew Hodgson

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Best Episodes Summary

"The Quarterback" is the best rated episode of "Glee". It scored 9.5/10 based on 3847 votes. Directed by Brad Falchuk and written by Ryan Murphy, Ian Brennan, Brad Falchuk, it aired on 10/10/2013. This episode scored 0.4 points higher than the second highest rated, "Journey to Regionals".