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The Best Episodes of McLeod's Daughters

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

When Jack McLeod passes away, his two daughters inherit Drovers Run, a vast cattle ranch in the Australian outback. Ultimately, Tess and Claire decide to...
Genre:Drama
Network:Nine Network

Best Episodes Summary

"The Long Paddock" is the best rated episode of "McLeod's Daughters". It scored 9.1/10 based on 92 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 1/31/2009. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Ties That Bind".

  • The Long Paddock
    9.1/1092 votes
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    #1 - The Long Paddock

    Season 8 Episode 22 - Aired 1/31/2009

    Grace finally finds someone willing to carry their cattle, but this involves a two day journey for the girls. Meanwhile, Stevie worries that she can't handle the farm without Alex. A love triangle blooms between Jaz, Ben and Ben's ex, Monique. Meanwhile, Grace decides to tell Marcus the truth about Ingrid.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Ties That Bind
    9.0/1073 votes
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    #2 - The Ties That Bind

    Season 3 Episode 23 - Aired 9/10/2003

    When Claire and Alex hit the big smoke, a long lost father is found, and a hidden passion is finally ignited.

    Director: Karl Zwicky

    Writer: N/A

  • Once Were Heroes
    9.0/1060 votes
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    #3 - Once Were Heroes

    Season 5 Episode 4 - Aired 3/2/2005

    The passionate, stubborn side of Dave is exposed when he stumbles across an injured horse and believes he has found a descendent, a Waler, of the first settlement horses. Jodi is torn between her job and preventing Luke from taking dangerous risks and ruining his future. Meg and Terry realise they've been too busy embracing change to give their old relationship time. Sally ends up in hospital with a blood clot on the lungs.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • To Catch a Thief
    8.9/1058 votes
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    #4 - To Catch a Thief

    Season 3 Episode 27 - Aired 10/8/2003

    Tess's upcoming operation has thoughts of mortality creeping in so she begins to write a letter to Charlotte so that her niece can know her should Tess no longer be around. Claire reminiscences when an old friend turns up unexpectedly.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • My Noon, My Midnight
    8.9/10104 votes
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    #5 - My Noon, My Midnight

    Season 3 Episode 28 - Aired 10/15/2003

    Tragedy befalls Drover's Run, in the wake of celebration, as the lives of all connected with Drover's are turned upside down.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Long Goodbye
    8.9/1083 votes
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    #6 - The Long Goodbye

    Season 3 Episode 29 - Aired 10/22/2003

    Claire's death has everyone is dealing with it in their own way. Tess tries to keep her emotions in check, unable to deal with her grief and burdened by survivor's guilt. A surprise visitor at Drovers Run helps Tess when she needs it most.

    Director: Karl Zwicky

    Writer: N/A

  • New Beginnings
    8.9/1049 votes
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    #7 - New Beginnings

    Season 5 Episode 32 - Aired 11/23/2005

    Stevie realizes she's in love with Alex, but can't bring herself to tell him. Meanwhile, Harry continues to push for his grandson to live near him, despite objections by Sandra; Jodi gets the results of her DNA test; Tess has a strange recurring dream about Nick.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Of Hearts and Hunters
    8.9/1055 votes
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    #8 - Of Hearts and Hunters

    Season 7 Episode 7 - Aired 3/21/2007

    Jodi is forced to make a terrifying decision after Matt learns he is going back into witness protection. Meanwhile, Marcus and Alex compete for Stevie; Kate returns to Drovers Run for a funeral.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Climb Every Mountain
    8.9/1054 votes
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    #9 - Climb Every Mountain

    Season 7 Episode 8 - Aired 4/11/2007

    Meg returns for Jodi's funeral with a shocking secret. Meanwhile, Kate investigates the murders of Jodi & Matt; Alex tries to prove how much he loves Stevie; Regan is surprised by what was left to her in Jodi's will.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Bridle Waltz
    8.8/1064 votes
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    #10 - The Bridle Waltz

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 5/15/2002

    Becky realises that she has no choice but to tell Claire that Peter is married and Tess accepts a partnership in the city.

    Director: Karl Zwicky

    Writer: N/A

  • Home is Where the Heart Is
    8.8/1063 votes
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    #11 - Home is Where the Heart Is

    Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 7/10/2002

    Claire and Drovers Run are in deep trouble, and Tess, the only person who might be able to avert disaster, is immersed in her new life in the city.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • You Can Leave Your Hat On
    8.8/1073 votes
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    #12 - You Can Leave Your Hat On

    Season 2 Episode 15 - Aired 8/14/2002

    When Jodi's cooking gives five young men food poisoning, the women of Drovers must convince the Killarney men to put on a strip show. At the same time, Claire and Alex's business partnership gets off to a rocky start, whilst Nick and Tess form a partnership of their own.

    Director: Karl Zwicky

    Writer: N/A

  • Time Frames
    8.8/1061 votes
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    #13 - Time Frames

    Season 3 Episode 25 - Aired 9/24/2003

    Has Sandra overstepped the mark with Harry? Tess's biopsy brings unexpected consequences. And, who's Jodi's secret admirer?

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Heart of Gold
    8.8/1051 votes
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    #14 - Heart of Gold

    Season 5 Episode 17 - Aired 8/10/2005

    When Regan brings in equipment to further mine, the women of Drovers put up a fight and vow to stop her, in a legal way or not. Meanwhile, Rob clashes with Sandra over farm equipment; Dave finds that his involvement with Regan is not making him any friends.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Bore War
    8.7/1064 votes
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    #15 - The Bore War

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 4/17/2002

    Claire and Nick come to blows over a vital supply of water in a dry spell. Soon the dispute turns personal and old friends become enemies.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • To Have and to Hold
    8.7/1070 votes
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    #16 - To Have and to Hold

    Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 7/3/2002

    Claire finally realises what a mistake she's made, while Tess struggles to convince herself that she's made the best decision of her life.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: Sarah Smith

  • Steer Trek
    8.7/1065 votes
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    #17 - Steer Trek

    Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 7/31/2002

    Droving cattle on a stock route, Nick and Tess's feelings for each other become stronger, until Nick discovers he has unexpected competition. With Becky in charge, she is committed to keeping Drovers running smoothly and showing Claire she can do it.

    Director: Karl Zwicky

    Writer: David Phillips

  • A House of Cards
    8.7/1066 votes
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    #18 - A House of Cards

    Season 3 Episode 9 - Aired 4/23/2003

    A thirtieth wedding anniversary is no protection for Liz when Harry, suspicious about Claire's baby, discovers an even bigger lie. Liz is preparing for her thirtieth wedding anniversary lunch, and Harry, still very much in love, has given her a beautiful strand of pearls. But it soon all starts unravelling. Brick's sister arrives and is unhappy at the thought of Becky moving on. Becky assures her she hasn't forgotten about him, but notes she's still into Jake.

    Director: Karl Zwicky

    Writer: N/A

  • One Step at a Time
    8.7/1064 votes
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    #19 - One Step at a Time

    Season 3 Episode 24 - Aired 9/17/2003

    With Claire and Alex still in Melbourne with Charlotte, enjoying their new found love, Tess tries to deal with a pressing health matter alone.

    Director: Karl Zwicky

    Writer: N/A

  • The Pearl
    8.7/1047 votes
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    #20 - The Pearl

    Season 5 Episode 12 - Aired 5/11/2005

    The women of Drovers are nearly torn apart as Jodi tries to save Luke from himself.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The King And I
    8.7/1048 votes
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    #21 - The King And I

    Season 5 Episode 26 - Aired 10/19/2005

    Jodi's world is turned topsy-turvy when she receives a birthday gift from the deceased, Jack McLeod. Meanwhile, Dave begins training a new veterinary student.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Real McLeod
    8.7/1049 votes
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    #22 - The Real McLeod

    Season 6 Episode 5 - Aired 3/29/2006

    After a pregnancy scare, Tess offers Jodi half her share of Drovers. Meanwhile, Jodi fights for the respect of the local farmers; Harry begins receiving death threats; Leo returns to town to make an offer to Stevie.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Deliver Us From Evil
    8.7/1053 votes
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    #23 - Deliver Us From Evil

    Season 6 Episode 9 - Aired 5/10/2006

    Rob en Jodi worden gedwongen op de vlucht te slaan wanneer ze aan Tom proberen te ontsnappen. Bij hun poging om in veiligheid te komen wordt Rob neergeschoten en het is aan Jodi om hem te redden. Ondertussen is Patrick terug gekeerd met een ‘verassing’ voor zijn broer Dave; geiten! Harry zal echter nooit toestaan dat er geiten op Killarney zijn dus vraagt Dave hulp bij Drovers Run tot hij een betere oplossing voor dit probleem heeft gevonden. Meg doet Terry een aanzoek.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Hello Stranger
    8.6/1066 votes
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    #24 - Hello Stranger

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 4/24/2002

    When a good looking charmer arrives out of the blue at Drovers Run no-one is more surprised than Jodi to find out this is her father, returned after an 18 year absence, while Meg's world is thrown into turmoil at the arrival of her first love.

    Director: Donald Crombie

    Writer: N/A

  • Hounded
    8.6/1062 votes
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    #25 - Hounded

    Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 7/24/2002

    Frank Da Costa, the new cop in town, has it in for Terry. When Terry unwittingly on-sells stolen goods to Tess, he sets up an explosive confrontation that will unearth the dark secret at the heart of Frank's animosity.

    Director: Ian Gilmour

    Writer: N/A