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The Best Episodes of Last Man Standing Season 7

Every episode of Last Man Standing Season 7 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Last Man Standing Season 7!

A married father of three tries to maintain his manliness in a world increasingly dominated by women.
Genre:Comedy
Networks:ABCFOX

Season 7 Ratings Summary

"Welcome Baxter" is the best rated episode of "Last Man Standing" season 7. It scored 8.2/10 based on 705 votes. Directed by John Pasquin and written by Kevin Abbot, it aired on 9/28/2018. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Man vs. Myth".

  • Welcome Baxter
    8.2/10705 votes

    #1 - Welcome Baxter

    Season 7 Episode 1 - Aired 9/28/2018

    Mike and Vanessa eagerly await Eve's return from the Air Force Academy; Ryan's anxiety about current events leads to a shocking announcement.

    Director: John Pasquin

    Writer: Kevin Abbot

  • Man vs. Myth
    7.9/10384 votes

    #2 - Man vs. Myth

    Season 7 Episode 2 - Aired 10/5/2018

    Having avoided expressing any sort of emotion after his dad died, Mike finally has the heart-to-heart with Bud that he never had while he was alive. Meanwhile, Kristin proposes a new business venture, and Mandy gives Kyle a makeover to fit his new corporate job.

    Director: John Pasquin

    Writer: Matt Berry

  • Giving Mike the Business
    7.7/10330 votes

    #3 - Giving Mike the Business

    Season 7 Episode 3 - Aired 10/12/2018

    Under the threat of corporate takeover, Mike and Ed disagree on the direction of Outdoor Man's future. Meanwhile, Vanessa is elated when she thinks Mandy and Kyle are trying to have a baby.

    Director: John Pasquin

    Writer: Jon Haller

  • Bride of Prankenstein
    7.5/10316 votes

    #4 - Bride of Prankenstein

    Season 7 Episode 4 - Aired 10/19/2018

    Mike and Chuck find the perfect target for a prank while working late to set up a security system at the store on Halloween; Mandy, Kyle, Kristen and Ryan hold a séance.

    Director: Jean Sagal

    Writer: Claire Mulaney

  • One Flew Into the Empty Nest
    7.7/10295 votes

    #5 - One Flew Into the Empty Nest

    Season 7 Episode 5 - Aired 11/2/2018

    When Vanessa wants to board a foreign exchange student, Mike must work overtime to impress her father; Kristen and Ryan try to remain cool when Boyd invites a girl over.

    Director: Andy Cadiff

    Writer: Ed Yeager

  • The Courtship of Vanessa's Mother
    7.3/10279 votes

    #6 - The Courtship of Vanessa's Mother

    Season 7 Episode 6 - Aired 11/9/2018

    Vanessa's mother comes to visit and hits it off with Ed; Mandy and Kyle tutor Boyd, but they may be the ones getting outsmarted.

    Director: Andy Cadiff

    Writer: Mike Teverbaugh, Linda Teverbaugh

  • Dreams vs. Realty
    7.5/10257 votes

    #7 - Dreams vs. Realty

    Season 7 Episode 7 - Aired 11/16/2018

    Mandy nearly gives up on her dream of becoming a fashion designer when she is faced with rejection; Vanessa looks back at her own career path, which stirs up regrets; Mike steps in to help the women in his family realize their dreams.

    Director: Jean Sagal

    Writer: Jacob Brown

  • HR's Rough n' Stuff
    7.7/10254 votes

    #8 - HR's Rough n' Stuff

    Season 7 Episode 8 - Aired 12/7/2018

    Kyle's first day in Outdoor Man HR is more than he bargained for when Chuck and Joe file a complaint against Mike. Meanwhile, Ryan finds himself in the doghouse when he, Kristen and Boyd take care of a neighbor's puppy.

    Director: Victor Gonzalez

    Writer: Josh Greenberg

  • The Gift of the Mike Guy
    8.0/10264 votes

    #9 - The Gift of the Mike Guy

    Season 7 Episode 9 - Aired 12/14/2018

    Mike finds getting Ed a special Christmas present is easier said than done..for the man who has everything. Meanwhile, Eve returns to visit and Vanessa helps the family realize the importance of their long-standing holiday family traditions.

    Director: Robbie Countryman

    Writer: Jon Haller

  • Three for the Road
    7.5/10244 votes

    #10 - Three for the Road

    Season 7 Episode 10 - Aired 1/4/2019

    When Mike offers to take Boyd on a fishing trip, Ryan objects, as his plans interfere with an existing trip he made with his son. Boyd insists the three take a trip together, forcing Mike and Ryan to get along. Meanwhile Mandy and Kyle play detectives when they suspect Ed was involved in a long-ago hugging.

    Director: Dave Cove

    Writer: Jordan Black

  • Common Ground
    7.7/10246 votes

    #11 - Common Ground

    Season 7 Episode 11 - Aired 1/11/2019

    Mike struggles to find common ground with the new foreign exchange student, fearing she is being too polite with him; Kyle and Chuck mess with Ed's ancestry results.

    Director: Phill Lewis

    Writer: Pat Bullard

  • Cabin Pressure
    7.9/10240 votes

    #12 - Cabin Pressure

    Season 7 Episode 12 - Aired 2/1/2019

    Mike and Vanessa take the girls to the family cabin, where Mike challenges them to literally unplug for the weekend and stay off their phones. Meanwhile, for a school assignment, Jen shadows Kyle at work

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Best Man
    6.7/1061 votes

    #13 - The Best Man

    Season 7 Episode 13 - Aired 2/15/2019

    When Chuck and Carol decide to renew their vows, Mike plans to take his officiating to the next level.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Sibling Quibbling
    7.7/10238 votes

    #14 - Sibling Quibbling

    Season 7 Episode 14 - Aired 2/15/2019

    With Chuck away on his honeymoon, Ed takes over Outdoor Man security duties with a new approach. Meanwhile, Mandy and Kyle combine their finances and things go less than smoothly.

    Director: Victor Gonzalez

    Writer: Josh Greenberg

  • Arrest Her Development
    7.8/10220 votes

    #15 - Arrest Her Development

    Season 7 Episode 15 - Aired 2/22/2019

    Vanessa "helps" Mandy and Kyle look for their first apartment. Meanwhile, Mike is thrilled when Ryan's good business decisions have him unknowingly embracing capitalism.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Urban Exploring
    7.4/10216 votes

    #16 - Urban Exploring

    Season 7 Episode 16 - Aired 3/1/2019

    As Boyd's sense of adventure grows, Mike and Kristen have a different opinions on how much space they should give him. When Mandy and Kyle move into their apartment, they find Ryan isn't a "fun" landlord.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Cards on the Table
    7.6/10221 votes

    #17 - Cards on the Table

    Season 7 Episode 17 - Aired 3/8/2019

    Mike begrudgingly invites Ryan to his weekly poker game, but immediately regrets it when Ryan gets the guys to open up about their feelings.

    Director: Victor Gonzalez

    Writer: Jacob Brown

  • Otherwise Engaged
    7.5/10206 votes

    #18 - Otherwise Engaged

    Season 7 Episode 18 - Aired 3/15/2019

    When Ed and Bonnie start spending more time together, Vanessa doesn't want Mike to interfere with their relationship. So of course, he does. Meanwhile, Mandy and Kyle eavesdrop on Kristin and Ryan through their new home security system.

    Director: Victor Gonzalez

    Writer: N/A

  • The Passion of Paul
    7.9/10232 votes

    #19 - The Passion of Paul

    Season 7 Episode 19 - Aired 3/22/2019

    When Reverend Paul calls on Mike to teach Sunday School, Mike calls on Kyle to take his place. Meanwhile, Eve fears Mandy and Kristin are taking advantage of Jen at home.

    Director: Tim Allen

    Writer: Pat Bullard

  • Yass Queen
    7.3/10213 votes

    #20 - Yass Queen

    Season 7 Episode 20 - Aired 4/19/2019

    In an effort to help get her clothing line off the ground and into stores, Mike invites Mandy to sit in on a business meeting with an aggressive sales rep. Meanwhile, Ed hires Kyle to transcribe his life story.

    Director: Tim Clark

    Writer: N/A

  • The Favourite
    7.6/10202 votes

    #21 - The Favourite

    Season 7 Episode 21 - Aired 5/3/2019

    Mike and Chuck get their game on when Ed has a pinball machine installed in the office. Meanwhile, Kristen and Mandy become jealous of a poem Vanessa wrote for Jen.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • A Moving Finale
    7.8/10221 votes

    #22 - A Moving Finale

    Season 7 Episode 22 - Aired 5/10/2019

    When Mandy and Kyle are hesitant to move out of the Baxter household and into their own place, Mike gives them some tough love. Meanwhile Ed and Chuck try to avoid contributing to Boyd's theater fundraiser.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A