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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

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  1. 9.7/10(5.6k votes)

    #1 - Shut the Door. Have a Seat

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    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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  2. 9.7/10(7.0k votes)

    #2 - The Suitcase

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    S4:E7

    A deadline disrupts Sterling Cooper Draper Pryce.

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  3. 9.5/10(4.0k votes)

    #3 - Waterloo

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    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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  4. 9.4/10(3.9k votes)

    #4 - The Other Woman

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    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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  5. 9.4/10(3.8k votes)

    #5 - Commissions and Fees

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    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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  6. 9.3/10(5.1k votes)

    #6 - Person to Person

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    S7:E14

    The stories of Don Draper, his family and his co-workers at Sterling Cooper & Partners conclude.

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  8. 9.2/10(3.6k votes)

    #7 - The Gypsy and the Hobo

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    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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  9. 9.1/10(3.6k votes)

    #8 - Guy Walks Into an Advertising Agency

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    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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  10. 9.1/10(3.7k votes)

    #9 - Far Away Places

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    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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  11. 9.1/10(3.0k votes)

    #10 - In Care Of

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    S6:E13

    With his personal and professional life crumbling around him, Don positions himself for a change of scenery. Meanwhile, Pete's life is falling apart as well, thanks to the meddling of Bob Benson.

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  12. 9.1/10(3.1k votes)

    #11 - The Milk and Honey Route

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    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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  13. 9.0/10(4.1k votes)

    #12 - Nixon vs. Kennedy

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    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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  14. 9.0/10(4.3k votes)

    #13 - The Wheel

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    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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  15. 9.0/10(3.1k votes)

    #14 - Tomorrowland

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    S4:E13

    Don and Peggy are faced with life-altering decisions.

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  16. 9.0/10(3.4k votes)

    #15 - Signal 30

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    S5:E5

    Lane attempts to land an account with Jaguar Cars, leading to a altercation with Pete. Pete and Trudy host a dinner party in the suburbs.

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  17. 9.0/10(2.8k votes)

    #16 - Lost Horizon

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    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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  18. 8.9/10(3.2k votes)

    #17 - Meditations in an Emergency

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    S2:E13

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

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  19. 8.9/10(3.1k votes)

    #18 - The Grown-Ups

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    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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  20. 8.9/10(2.8k votes)

    #19 - The Strategy

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    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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  21. 8.9/10(2.6k votes)

    #20 - Time & Life

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    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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  22. 8.8/10(2.9k votes)

    #21 - The Beautiful Girls

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    S4:E9

    Peggy is forced to face some unpleasant facts about a client's discriminatory business practices. Don and Faye's burgeoning relationship is tested when Sally runs away from home and turns up at the office. Roger tries to rekindle his affair with Joan.

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  23. 8.8/10(2.7k votes)

    #22 - Blowing Smoke

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    S4:E12

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

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  24. 8.8/10(2.9k votes)

    #23 - For Immediate Release

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    S6:E6

    As the firm prepares to go public, Don and Pete's actions cause them to lose two huge clients. However, Roger uses a new connection to put them in position to gain their biggest client ever.

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  25. 8.7/10(2.9k votes)

    #24 - The Good News

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    S4:E3

    Don takes a trip. Joan has scheduling problems. Don and Lane get to know each other a little better.

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  26. 8.7/10(2.6k votes)

    #25 - Hands and Knees

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    S4:E10

    An unannounced visitor at the Francis home rattles Betty.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Shut the Door. Have a Seat" is the best rated episode of "Mad Men". It scored 9.7/10 based on 5586 votes. Directed by Matthew Weiner and written by Matthew Weiner, Erin Levy, it aired on 11/8/2009. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Suitcase".