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The Best Episodes of Mad Men

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

The Best Episodes of Mad Men

Set in 1960-1970 New York, this sexy, stylized and provocative drama follows the lives of the ruthlessly competitive men and women of Madison Avenue advertising.

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  1. Background image for Shut the Door. Have a Seat
    9.2/10(16 votes)

    #1 - Shut the Door. Have a Seat

    S3:E13

    Don has a big meeting with Connie about their future relationship. Betty is the beneficiary of some interesting advice and Pete has a serious sit-down with some clients.

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    9.1/10(14 votes)

    #2 - The Suitcase

    S4:E7

    A deadline disrupts Sterling Cooper Draper Pryce.

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    9.1/10(25 votes)

    #3 - Waterloo

    S7:E7

    Don receives a troubling letter. A risky venture entails a new future for Peggy. Roger gets an unexpected phone call. Pete butts heads with Cutler.

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    9.0/10(4.1k votes)

    #4 - Nixon vs. Kennedy

    S1:E12

    On election night, the Sterling Cooper staff pulls a rowdy all-nighter while watching the returns. Pete's ambitions cause him to directly challenge Don. Don remembers his past as a soldier in the Korean War.

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  5. Background image for The Wheel
    9.0/10(4.3k votes)

    #5 - The Wheel

    S1:E13

    As Thanksgiving approaches, Don's work responsibilities interfere with his domestic life. Peggy is given a new opportunity, provoking the ire of some of her colleagues. Betty makes a startling discovery.

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  6. Background image for The Other Woman
    9.0/10(13 votes)

    #6 - The Other Woman

    S5:E11

    Pete asks Joan to make a personal and moral sacrifice to ensure the company lands the Jaguar account. Don becomes furious after learning of the impact Megan's new profession will have on their life. Feeling unappreciated, Peggy attends lunch with Freddy Rumsen, who encourages her to make a move.

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  8. Background image for Commissions and Fees
    8.9/10(14 votes)

    #7 - Commissions and Fees

    S5:E12

    Lane's shameful secret comes to the surface with dire consequences. Don recaptures his hunger for success, and Sally experiences a major milestone.

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  9. Background image for The Gypsy and the Hobo
    8.8/10(16 votes)

    #8 - The Gypsy and the Hobo

    S3:E11

    A former client makes a return; Betty and her kids go on a trip; and Joan and Greg make plans for their future.

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  10. Background image for Blowing Smoke
    8.7/10(10 votes)

    #9 - Blowing Smoke

    S4:E12

    In the midst of a crisis, Don runs into an old friend.

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  11. Background image for Tomorrowland
    8.7/10(12 votes)

    #10 - Tomorrowland

    S4:E13

    Don and Peggy are faced with life-altering decisions.

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  12. Background image for A Little Kiss (2)
    8.7/10(9 votes)

    #11 - A Little Kiss (2)

    S5:E2

    Don and Megan work out some of their issues, Roger and Pete butt heads, and Joan has a run-in with a house guest.

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  13. Background image for Lost Horizon
    8.7/10(17 votes)

    #12 - Lost Horizon

    S7:E12

    Don receives a reward for his work. Joan butts heads with her co-worker on an account. Faced with a big decision, Roger dodges.

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  14. Background image for Meditations in an Emergency
    8.6/10(14 votes)

    #13 - Meditations in an Emergency

    S2:E13

    The office scrambles without Don; Betty learns some disconcerting news.

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  15. Background image for Guy Walks Into an Advertising Agency
    8.6/10(13 votes)

    #14 - Guy Walks Into an Advertising Agency

    S3:E6

    Sterling Cooper receives a surprise visitor; Sally has been spooked by something (or someone); and Joan receives some shocking news.

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    8.6/10(16 votes)

    #15 - Time & Life

    S7:E11

    Don comes up with a big idea, Roger asks Joan to help him fix a clerical error and Peggy has difficulties casting for a commercial.

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  17. Background image for The Summer Man
    8.5/10(13 votes)

    #16 - The Summer Man

    S4:E8

    Joan and Peggy deal with high-jinx in the office.

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  18. Background image for Far Away Places
    8.5/10(13 votes)

    #17 - Far Away Places

    S5:E6

    Peggy has a tough time during a particularly formidable pitch. Don calls on a potential client. Roger and Jane have an experience with LSD.

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    8.5/10(21 votes)

    #18 - The Strategy

    S7:E6

    Peggy determinedly collects research for a pitch. Pete is invited to join an exclusive club. Joan looks forward to spending time with her friend.

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  20. Background image for A Night to Remember
    8.4/10(13 votes)

    #19 - A Night to Remember

    S2:E8

    Peggy contributes on a church project; Duck and Don try to create market appeal for a foreign beer brand; Harry recruits assistance to help with the workload in his department.

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  21. Background image for The Grown-Ups
    8.4/10(11 votes)

    #20 - The Grown-Ups

    S3:E12

    Peggy's taste in men proves questionable. Pete has to make a big decision about his career and a candidate makes a big impression on Don.

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  22. Background image for The Rejected
    8.4/10(11 votes)

    #21 - The Rejected

    S4:E4

    An edict from Roger and Lane puts Pete in a personal dilemma.

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  23. Background image for Hands and Knees
    8.4/10(10 votes)

    #22 - Hands and Knees

    S4:E10

    An unannounced visitor at the Francis home rattles Betty.

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  24. Background image for Favors
    8.4/10(16 votes)

    #23 - Favors

    S6:E11

    Don is preoccupied with keeping Sylvia's son from being drafted, Peggy has a rat in her apartment, Don and Ted bury the hatchet, Pete has a problem with his mother's new nurse, and Sally makes an accidental discovery about her father.

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  25. Background image for The Quality of Mercy
    8.4/10(16 votes)

    #24 - The Quality of Mercy

    S6:E12

    Don renews his battle with Ted after seeing his relationship with Peggy, Sally interviews at a boarding school, and Pete discovers Bob Benson's background.

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  26. Background image for The Milk and Honey Route
    8.4/10(18 votes)

    #25 - The Milk and Honey Route

    S7:E13

    Don has trouble sleeping. Pete is blindsided by a difficult friend. Facing a new challenge, Henry arranges a family reunion.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Shut the Door. Have a Seat" is the best rated episode of "Mad Men". It scored 9.2/10 based on 16 votes. Directed by Matthew Weiner and written by Erin Levy, Matthew Weiner, it aired on 11/8/2009. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Suitcase".