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A medical student who becomes a zombie joins a Coroner's Office in order to gain access to the brains she must reluctantly eat so that she can maintain her humanity. But every brain she eats,

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    iZombie Season 5 Episode 8 - Death of a Car Salesman
    5.9/10(578 votes)

    #1 - Death of a Car Salesman

    S5:E8

    Liv and Ravi each consume the brain of a very dislikable car salesman and inherit his competitive nature.

    Director:Jason Bloom
    Writer:Christina De Leon

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  2. iZombie Season 5 Episode 11 - Killer Queen
    5.9/10(578 votes)

    #2 - Killer Queen

    S5:E11

    Liv and Clive investigate the death of an old school drag queen which leads Liv to eat and shift into the queen’s brain. Meanwhile, Ravi reaches out to Major with an interesting request.

    Director:Jude Weng
    Writers:Kit Boss, John Enbom

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  3. iZombie Season 5 Episode 2 - Dead Lift
    6.0/10(623 votes)

    #3 - Dead Lift

    S5:E2

    Liv, on fitness guru brains, and Clive continue investigating a murder with no body and no evidence. Meanwhile, Peyton approaches councilman Zed with a request but doesn’t get the answer she was hoping for. Lastly, Liv surprises Major with a thoughtful gesture just when he needs it the most.

    Director:Michael Fields
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. iZombie Season 5 Episode 5 - Death Moves Pretty Fast
    6.0/10(597 votes)

    #4 - Death Moves Pretty Fast

    S5:E5

    While investigating the death of independently wealthy, 19-year-old, Harris Miller, Liv, on brain à la Ferris Bueller, attempts to cheer up Ravi who has been spiraling after learning some unfortunate news. Meanwhile, after a nasty fall at the crime scene, Clive is forced to continue his part of the investigation via FaceTime. Lastly, things are suddenly going from bad to worse for Blaine.

    Director:Linda-Lisa Hayter
    Writer:Bob Dearden

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  5. iZombie Season 5 Episode 10 - Night and the Zombie City
    6.0/10(601 votes)

    #5 - Night and the Zombie City

    S5:E10

    While investigating the murder of private eye Mick Chisel, who was stabbed in the head with an ice pick, Liv consumes Chisel’s brain in hopes of breaking down how this gruesome murder took place.

    Director:Tuan Quoc Le
    Writer:Bob Dearden

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  6. iZombie Season 3 Episode 4 - Wag the Tongue Slowly
    6.4/10(840 votes)

    #6 - Wag the Tongue Slowly

    S3:E4

    Clive's patience is tested when Liv consumes the brain of a murder victim who had the reputation of being the ultimate office gossip. Meanwhile, Blaine and Peyton continue to grow closer as they wait to see if Ravi is able to reverse the effects of the cure. Lastly, Major is one step away from fulfilling a promise.

    Director:Viet Nguyen
    Writer:Kit Boss

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  7. iZombie Season 3 Episode 11 - Conspiracy Weary
    6.8/10(798 votes)

    #7 - Conspiracy Weary

    S3:E11

    Liv and Blaine come to the rescue of one of their own. They consume the brains of a conspiracy theorist and paranoia ensues. Meanwhile, as they continue to search for conspiracy theories that may or may not exist, Liv researches Major's new friend. Finally, Ravi makes a surprising discovery of his own.

    Director:Mark Piznarski
    Writer:Bob Dearden

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  8. iZombie Season 4 Episode 10 - Yipee Ki Brain, Motherscratcher
    6.9/10(681 votes)

    #8 - Yipee Ki Brain, Motherscratcher

    S4:E10

    When Liv consumes the brain of a vice detective who doesn't play by the rules, her newfound recklessness gets her into trouble. Meanwhile, Major is coming really close to discovering Liv's secret.

    Director:Enrico Colantoni
    Writer:Chelsea Catalanotto

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  9. iZombie Season 2 Episode 8 - The Hurt Stalker
    7.0/10(1086 votes)

    #9 - The Hurt Stalker

    S2:E8

    Detective Babineaux arrives at the crime scene of a wedding planner who was shot to death, and is shocked to realize that he used to date the victim. To make matters worse, we learn that the murder victim was stalking Detective Babineaux, and that he is now the number one suspect in her murder. Liv and Ravi pose as an engaged couple in order to infiltrate the victim's wedding planning business. Meanwhile, Major is having a tough time dealing with Liv on stalker brains.

    Director:Michael Wale
    Writer:Sara Saedi

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  10. iZombie Season 3 Episode 7 - Dirt Nap Time
    7.0/10(803 votes)

    #10 - Dirt Nap Time

    S3:E7

    When Liv and Clive work together to solve the murder of a very charming, but womanizing, preschool teacher, things get interesting when they bring his jealous girlfriend Piper in for questioning. Meanwhile, Peyton is assigned a very interesting case. Lastly, Blaine finds himself in a bad situation.

    Director:Michael Fields
    Writer:Deirdre Mangan

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  11. iZombie Season 4 Episode 3 - Brainless in Seattle (1)
    7.0/10(753 votes)

    #11 - Brainless in Seattle (1)

    S4:E3

    Love is in the air after Liv eats the brains of a hopeless romantic, and she can’t stop herself from meddling in Clive’s relationship. Major and Liv continue to try to work through their differences. Meanwhile, Blaine is approached with an interesting offer.

    Director:Michael Wale
    Writer:Heather V. Regnier

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  12. iZombie Season 4 Episode 7 - Don't Hate the Player, Hate the Brain
    7.0/10(707 votes)

    #12 - Don't Hate the Player, Hate the Brain

    S4:E7

    After consuming the brain of a bachelor playboy, Liv heads to a club to meet up with Clive and Ravi. Meanwhile, Major is assigned an enormous task. Lastly, Clive is still struggling with the arrangement he’s made with Bozzio.

    Director:Tuan Quoc Le
    Writer:Sara Saedi

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  13. iZombie Season 3 Episode 5 - Spanking the Zombie
    7.1/10(924 votes)

    #13 - Spanking the Zombie

    S3:E5

    When Liv consumes the brains of a dominatrix, her bossy and controlling personality makes everyone a little uncomfortable, especially Clive. Meanwhile, Blaine and Peyton have a heart-to-heart.

    Director:Tessa Blake
    Writer:Sara Saedi

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  14. iZombie Season 4 Episode 11 - Insane in the Germ Brain
    7.1/10(746 votes)

    #14 - Insane in the Germ Brain

    S4:E11

    Liv does Clive a solid and agrees to consume germaphobe brain during flu season. Ravi continues his role as surrogate father to Isobel. Major finally gets to the bottom of things, and Chase continues to spiral out of control. Lastly, Peyton struggles with a very important decision.

    Director:Jude Weng
    Writer:Dean Lorey

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  15. iZombie Season 1 Episode 2 - Brother, Can You Spare a Brain?
    7.2/10(2015 votes)

    #15 - Brother, Can You Spare a Brain?

    S1:E2

    After an artist is murdered, Liv not only picks up his visions, she picks up traces of his passion and begins to see things in a more inspired way. Meanwhile, Blaine connects with Liv, and Liv tries to connect with Major.

    Director:John T. Kretchmer
    Writer:Diane Ruggiero-Wright

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  16. iZombie Season 4 Episode 1 - Are You Ready for Some Zombies?
    7.2/10(846 votes)

    #16 - Are You Ready for Some Zombies?

    S4:E1

    While investigating the murder of a Seattle Seahawk superfan, Liv has a surprising vision. Meanwhile, Major is assigned the task of mentoring young, homeless zombies, and Ravi is still carrying a torch for Peyton. Lastly, Blaine is dealing with a threat looming from his past.

    Director:Dan Etheridge
    Writer:Rob Thomas

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  17. iZombie Season 4 Episode 8 - Chivalry is Dead
    7.2/10(698 votes)

    #17 - Chivalry is Dead

    S4:E8

    Liv consumes the brain of a murdered live-action role-playing knight in order to solve his murder; Peyton uncovers a truth about Liv; Major embarks on a mission.

    Director:Jason Bloom
    Writer:Diane Ruggiero-Wright

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  18. iZombie Season 1 Episode 7 - Maternity Liv
    7.3/10(1504 votes)

    #18 - Maternity Liv

    S1:E7

    Lt. Suzuki dedicates all of the police resources to finding the killer of a rich white girl who died of exposure after an eight-month disappearance. The girl gives birth before she dies, and Liv soon starts having maternal feelings toward the baby and everyone else around her. Meanwhile, Major tries to find out more about Julien, and Liv and Lowell's relationship changes when he eats the wrong brain.

    Director:Patrick R. Norris
    Writer:Bob Dearden

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  19. iZombie Season 3 Episode 3 - Eat, Pray, Liv
    7.3/10(857 votes)

    #19 - Eat, Pray, Liv

    S3:E3

    To help Clive solve the murder of a lifestyle guru, Liv consumes his brain and takes on his zen approach to life. Ravi's old boss, Katty Kupps, is getting closer to discovering the truth while also getting closer to Ravi. Meanwhile, Blaine and Peyton continue their budding friendship, much to Ravi's dismay. Lastly, Major is struggling a bit at his new job.

    Director:Mairzee Almas
    Writer:Graham Norris

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  20. iZombie Season 4 Episode 5 - Goon Struck
    7.3/10(735 votes)

    #20 - Goon Struck

    S4:E5

    While tracking the murder of a hockey player, Liv stumbles onto Chase Graves’ evil plan. Meanwhile, Major is forced to make a horrible decision. Lastly, Peyton tries to contain a volatile situation.

    Director:Joaquin Sedillo
    Writer:Bob Dearden

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  21. iZombie Season 4 Episode 9 - Mac-Liv-Moore
    7.3/10(693 votes)

    #21 - Mac-Liv-Moore

    S4:E9

    There's a zombie serial killer on the loose and new Seattle is on lockdown. Liv is trapped in the morgue on white rapper brain and Clive and Ravi are playing Dungeons & Dragons. Meanwhile, Blaine concocts his most sinister plan to date. Lastly, Major is on the hunt for the killer.

    Director:Linda-Lisa Hayter
    Writers:Bisanne Masoud, Talia Gonzalez

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  22. iZombie Season 5 Episode 4 - Dot Zom
    7.3/10(606 votes)

    #22 - Dot Zom

    S5:E4

    Liv, Clive and Ravi investigate the suspicious death of Cornell Piercey, the head of Piercey Corp, a successful traffic app company. Melissa Schultz, Cornell's ex-girlfriend, is now running the company, makes an interesting reveal to Liv and Clive. Meanwhile, Peyton is focusing on maintaining positive zombie PR in the city. Lastly, Blaine is intrigued when he meets Al Bronson of Bluster Magazine, as she is not at all what he was expecting.

    Director:Michael Wale
    Writer:John Enbom

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  23. iZombie Season 5 Episode 6 - The Scratchmaker
    7.3/10(589 votes)

    #23 - The Scratchmaker

    S5:E6

    After consuming the brain of the ultimate matchmaker, Liv is determined to find the perfect match for Major. Meanwhile, Blaine will stoop to any level to protect himself. Lastly, Don E contemplates an interesting offer.

    Director:Malcolm Goodwin
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. iZombie Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.4/10(2624 votes)

    #24 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    Medical resident Liv Moore becomes a zombie and loses her ambition until she begins working at the city morgue to gain access to brains that give her sustenance and allow her to maintain her humanity. She also learns that her new diet enables her to experience a victim's memories that can be used to help solve the person's murder.

    Director:Rob Thomas
    Writers:Diane Ruggiero-Wright, Rob Thomas

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  25. iZombie Season 1 Episode 4 - Liv and Let Clive
    7.4/10(1725 votes)

    #25 - Liv and Let Clive

    S1:E4

    After eating the brain of their newest John Doe, Liv gets a vision of Clive as a dirty cop working with a gang to find a rat in their organization. Meanwhile, Major gets a new roommate, and Blaine expands his business operation.

    Director:John T. Kretchmer
    Writer:Kit Boss

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Death of a Car Salesman" is the worst rated episode of "iZombie". It scored 5.9/10 based on 578 votes. Directed by Jason Bloom and written by Christina De Leon, it aired on 6/20/2019. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Killer Queen".