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The Best Episodes of Long Story Short

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

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From the creator of "BoJack Horseman" comes this animated comedy about a family over time, following siblings from childhood to adulthood and back again.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Long Story Short Season 1 Episode 1 - Yoshi's Bar Mitzvah
    4.5/10(2 votes)

    #1 - Yoshi's Bar Mitzvah

    S1:E1

    It's a night to remember when Avi brings his girlfriend home to meet the family on the same weekend his kid brother is becoming a man.

    Directors:Katie Aldworth, Jack Shih
    Writer:Raphael Bob-Waksberg

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  2. Long Story Short Season 1 Episode 2 - Hannah's Dance Recital
    4.5/10(2 votes)

    #2 - Hannah's Dance Recital

    S1:E2

    Shira and Kendra head north to attend a winter-themed dance recital in Santa Rosa... and to ask Avi a very important question.

    Director:Aaron Brewer
    Writer:Kelly Galuska

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  3. Long Story Short Season 1 Episode 4 - Shira Can't Cook
    4.5/10(2 votes)

    #3 - Shira Can't Cook

    S1:E4

    To crush the competition at a high-stakes school potluck, Shira tries making knishes — her mother's most difficult recipe.

    Director:Katie Rice
    Writer:Mehar Sethi

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  4. Long Story Short Season 1 Episode 5 - Yoshi & Baby
    4.5/10(2 votes)

    #4 - Yoshi & Baby

    S1:E5

    Yoshi's determined to come through for his sister and be responsible. But a chance meeting while waiting in line for potato ice cream changes everything.

    Director:Katie Rice
    Writer:Laura Donney

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  5. Long Story Short Season 1 Episode 8 - The Intervention
    4.5/10(2 votes)

    #5 - The Intervention

    S1:E8

    The truth comes out when the kids come home for an awkward conversation under the guise of celebrating their parents' anniversary.

    Director:Aaron Brewer
    Writer:Elijah Aron

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  6. Long Story Short Season 1 Episode 3 - There's a Mattress in There
    4.0/10(2 votes)

    #6 - There's a Mattress in There

    S1:E3

    With Elliott's blessing, Yoshi goes all-in on an exciting new business opportunity, inspired by a salesman wearing flip-flops.

    Director:Ben Bjelajac
    Writer:Jordan Young

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  7. Long Story Short Season 1 Episode 6 - Wolves
    4.0/10(2 votes)

    #7 - Wolves

    S1:E6

    While trying to address the "wolf situation" at Hannah's school, Avi teams up with a group of parents who take things a little too far.

    Director:Katie Aldworth
    Writer:Keyonna Taylor

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  8. Long Story Short Season 1 Episode 7 - Kendra's Job
    4.0/10(2 votes)

    #8 - Kendra's Job

    S1:E7

    Kendra weighs the pros and cons of putting work before personal relationships when she's accepted into a management training program.

    Director:Ben Bjelajac
    Writer:Rachelle Williams

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  9. Long Story Short Season 1 Episode 9 - Honoring Naomi Schwartz
    1.0/10(1 votes)

    #9 - Honoring Naomi Schwartz

    S1:E9

    A special event at the Jewish Community Center puts Naomi in the spotlight — but it's the same night as Shira's prom.

    Director:Katie Aldworth
    Writer:Taryn Englehart

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  10. Long Story Short Season 1 Episode 10 - Uncle Barry
    1.0/10(1 votes)

    #10 - Uncle Barry

    S1:E10

    A somber occasion brings everyone together in Las Vegas, leading to a surprise family gathering in the desert.

    Director:Katie Rice
    Writer:Raphael Bob-Waksberg

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Best Episodes Summary

"Yoshi's Bar Mitzvah" is the best rated episode of "Long Story Short". It scored 4.5/10 based on 2 votes. Directed by Katie Aldworth, Jack Shih and written by Raphael Bob-Waksberg, it aired on 8/22/2025. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Hannah's Dance Recital".