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The Best Episodes of Louie

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

Louis C.K. stars as a fictionalized version of himself; a comedian and newly divorced father raising his two daughters in New York City.
Genres:ComedyDrama
Network:FX

Best Episodes Summary

"In the Woods (2)" is the best rated episode of "Louie". It scored 9.4/10 based on 1335 votes. Directed by Louis C.K. and written by Louis C.K., it aired on 6/9/2014. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Late Show (3)".

  • In the Woods (2)
    9.4/101,335 votes
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    #1 - In the Woods (2)

    Season 4 Episode 12 - Aired 6/9/2014

    Louie Remembers his past.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: Louis C.K.

  • Late Show (3)
    9.2/101,152 votes
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    #2 - Late Show (3)

    Season 3 Episode 12 - Aired 9/20/2012

    The final in a 3 Episode story.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: Louis C.K.

  • So Did the Fat Lady
    9.1/101,296 votes
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    #3 - So Did the Fat Lady

    Season 4 Episode 3 - Aired 5/12/2014

    Louie meets somebody new.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: Louis C.K.

  • In the Woods (1)
    9.1/101,169 votes
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    #4 - In the Woods (1)

    Season 4 Episode 11 - Aired 6/9/2014

    Louie remembers his past.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: Louis C.K.

  • Duckling
    9.0/101,428 votes
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    #5 - Duckling

    Season 2 Episode 11 - Aired 8/25/2011

    Louie has an adventure in Afghanistan.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: Louis C.K.

  • New Year's Eve
    8.9/101,026 votes
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    #6 - New Year's Eve

    Season 3 Episode 13 - Aired 9/27/2012

    Louie struggles through the holidays.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: Louis C.K.

  • Come On, God
    8.8/101,003 votes
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    #7 - Come On, God

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 8/11/2011

    Louie explores one of his lifelong habits.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: Louis C.K.

  • Bully
    8.7/101,090 votes
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    #8 - Bully

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 8/17/2010

    Flashbacks depict Louis learning about sex as a boy from his father and in school. On a date, he is emasculated by a high school student who threatens to beat him up. He secretly follows the bully home to Staten Island and confronts his parents.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: Louis C.K.

  • Model
    8.7/10968 votes
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    #9 - Model

    Season 4 Episode 2 - Aired 5/5/2014

    Louie does a benefit show.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: Louis C.K.

  • Untitled
    8.7/10805 votes
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    #10 - Untitled

    Season 5 Episode 5 - Aired 5/7/2015

    Jane visits the doctor.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: Louis C.K.

  • Eddie
    8.6/101,004 votes
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    #11 - Eddie

    Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 8/11/2011

    Louie reunites with an old friend.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: Louis C.K.

  • Late Show (2)
    8.6/10838 votes
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    #12 - Late Show (2)

    Season 3 Episode 11 - Aired 9/13/2012

    Louie begins a quest.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: Louis C.K.

  • Subway / Pamela
    8.5/10899 votes
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    #13 - Subway / Pamela

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 7/28/2011

    Louie rides the subway and hangs out with his friend.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: Louis C.K.

  • Daddy's Girlfriend (2)
    8.5/10933 votes
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    #14 - Daddy's Girlfriend (2)

    Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 7/26/2012

    Louie goes on a date.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: Louis C.K.

  • Daddy's Girlfriend (1)
    8.4/10844 votes
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    #15 - Daddy's Girlfriend (1)

    Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 7/19/2012

    Louie is looking for a mate.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: N/A

  • Barney / Never
    8.4/10929 votes
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    #16 - Barney / Never

    Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 8/2/2012

    A guy dies, Louie meets a comedian, and has a bad day with a bad kid.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: Louis C.K.

  • Pot Luck
    8.4/10752 votes
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    #17 - Pot Luck

    Season 5 Episode 1 - Aired 4/9/2015

    Louie goes to a potluck dinner.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: Louis C.K.

  • Cop Story
    8.4/10685 votes
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    #18 - Cop Story

    Season 5 Episode 3 - Aired 4/23/2015

    Louie runs into an old acquaintance.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: N/A

  • Sleepover
    8.4/10581 votes
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    #19 - Sleepover

    Season 5 Episode 6 - Aired 5/14/2015

    Jane has some friends over.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: N/A

  • Bummer / Blueberries
    8.3/10873 votes
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    #20 - Bummer / Blueberries

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 6/30/2011

    Louie has two memorable experiences.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: N/A

  • New Jersey / Airport
    8.3/10791 votes
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    #21 - New Jersey / Airport

    Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 9/8/2011

    Louie has a pretty bad time in general.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: Louis C.K.

  • Elevator (3)
    8.3/10647 votes
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    #22 - Elevator (3)

    Season 4 Episode 6 - Aired 5/19/2014

    Someone from Louie's past pops up again.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: Louis C.K.

  • Pamela (2)
    8.3/10622 votes
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    #23 - Pamela (2)

    Season 4 Episode 13 - Aired 6/16/2014

    Louie & Pamela go on a date.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: Louis C.K., Pamela Adlon

  • Pamela (3)
    8.3/10619 votes
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    #24 - Pamela (3)

    Season 4 Episode 14 - Aired 6/16/2014

    Pamela & Louie

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: Louis C.K., Pamela Adlon

  • A La Carte
    8.3/10653 votes
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    #25 - A La Carte

    Season 5 Episode 2 - Aired 4/16/2015

    Louie hosts an open mike.

    Director: Louis C.K.

    Writer: N/A