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The Best Episodes of Mom

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

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Aan irreverent and outrageous take on true family love‐and dysfunction. Newly sober single mom Christy struggles to raise two children in a world full of temptations and pitfalls. Testing her sobriety is her formerly estranged

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Mom Season 8 Episode 17 - A Community Hero and a Wide Turn
    8.7/10(416 votes)

    #1 - A Community Hero and a Wide Turn

    S8:E17

    The women attend a gala honoring Marjorie, but Bonnie's speech doesn't go as planned.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Mom Season 3 Episode 7 - Kreplach and a Tiny Tush
    8.5/10(633 votes)

    #2 - Kreplach and a Tiny Tush

    S3:E7

    Christy hosts a dinner attended by Violet's future mother-in-law, who is hard to please. Steve wants to take his relationship with Bonnie to the next level.

    Director:Anthony Rich
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Mom Season 8 Episode 18 - My Kinda People and the Big To-Do
    8.5/10(507 votes)

    #3 - My Kinda People and the Big To-Do

    S8:E18

    Bonnie gains a new outlook on her sobriety after dealing with difficult news. Also, Jill and Andy take a big step in their relationship.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writers:Chuck Lorre, Gemma Baker, Nick Bakay, Warren Bell

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  4. Mom Season 4 Episode 12 - Wind Chimes and a Bottomless Pit of Sadness
    8.4/10(589 votes)

    #4 - Wind Chimes and a Bottomless Pit of Sadness

    S4:E12

    Christy, Bonnie, Jill and Wendy accidentally eat pot-filled cookies.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Mom Season 6 Episode 20 - Triple Dip and an Overhand Grip
    8.3/10(417 votes)

    #5 - Triple Dip and an Overhand Grip

    S6:E20

    Bonnie and Tammy revisit childhood memories on a trip to their old foster home. Also, Christy and Jill regret accepting a date with two guys from their AA meeting.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Mom Season 1 Episode 22 - Smokey Taylor and a Deathbed Confession
    8.2/10(573 votes)

    #6 - Smokey Taylor and a Deathbed Confession

    S1:E22

    Bonnie and Christy help Violet as she goes through labor; Christy thinks Bonnie still has feelings for Alvin.

    Director:Jeff Greenstein
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Mom Season 2 Episode 3 - Chicken Nuggets and a Triple Homicide
    8.2/10(535 votes)

    #7 - Chicken Nuggets and a Triple Homicide

    S2:E3

    In order to get the family back together, Christy and Bonnie rent a house with a colorful past. Meanwhile, Bonnie tries to broker a peace between Christy and Alvin.

    Director:Ted Wass
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Mom Season 2 Episode 11 - Three Smiles and an Unpainted Ceiling
    8.2/10(567 votes)

    #8 - Three Smiles and an Unpainted Ceiling

    S2:E11

    An unexpected death rocks the Plunkett household.

    Director:Anthony Rich
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Mom Season 7 Episode 18 - A Judgy Face and Your Grandma's Drawers
    8.2/10(367 votes)

    #9 - A Judgy Face and Your Grandma's Drawers

    S7:E18

    Christy, Bonnie and the ladies step in to help when Marjorie babysits her granddaughter for the first time.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Mom Season 8 Episode 10 - Illegal Eels and the Cantaloupe Man
    8.2/10(346 votes)

    #10 - Illegal Eels and the Cantaloupe Man

    S8:E10

    Bonnie and Adam's romantic dinner is interrupted as the other ladies struggle with love on Valentine's Day. Also, Wendy's new relationship becomes the talk of the group.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Mom Season 1 Episode 15 - Fireballs and Bullet Holes
    8.1/10(558 votes)

    #11 - Fireballs and Bullet Holes

    S1:E15

    Christy tries to start a relationship with her father, Alvin, while Bonnie struggles to accept the fact that Christy wants him in her life.

    Director:Ted Wass
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Mom Season 3 Episode 12 - Diabetic Lesbians and a Blushing Bride
    8.1/10(529 votes)

    #12 - Diabetic Lesbians and a Blushing Bride

    S3:E12

    After Marjorie reveals her plans to get married, Christy and Bonnie want to make sure she has a really special day.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Mom Season 3 Episode 17 - Caperberries and a Glass Eye
    8.1/10(478 votes)

    #13 - Caperberries and a Glass Eye

    S3:E17

    Christy encourages Bonnie to go out with a great new guy, Adam, only to find out he's not as great as she thought.

    Director:Anthony Rich
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Mom Season 3 Episode 18 - Beast Mode and Old People Kissing
    8.1/10(486 votes)

    #14 - Beast Mode and Old People Kissing

    S3:E18

    When Jodi's boyfriend, Travis (Jesse Luken), who was with her when she overdosed, shows up at an A.A. meeting, Christy struggles to show him the compassion he needs. Also, Bonnie's new boyfriend, Adam (William Fichtner), feels left out because she spends so much time at A.A.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Mom Season 4 Episode 11 - Good Karma and the Big Weird
    8.1/10(591 votes)

    #15 - Good Karma and the Big Weird

    S4:E11

    Bonnie encourages Christy to pursue Marjorie's charming nephew, Nick, despite the fact that he's been declared off limits.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Mom Season 6 Episode 15 - Sparkling Banter and a Failing Steel Town
    8.1/10(362 votes)

    #16 - Sparkling Banter and a Failing Steel Town

    S6:E15

    Christy is the only one without plans on Valentine's Day, so Bonnie takes her on a mother-daughter date. Also, Marjorie's attempt to have a quiet night in is ruined when everyone calls on her for help.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Mom Season 6 Episode 22 - Crazy Hair and a Teeny Tiny Part of Canada
    8.1/10(377 votes)

    #17 - Crazy Hair and a Teeny Tiny Part of Canada

    S6:E22

    Christy has trouble enjoying her sober birthday when she learns her sponsor, Nora, is moving away. Also, an argument leads Bonnie and Adam to make a hasty decision.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Mom Season 7 Episode 6 - Wile E. Coyote and a Pretentious Douche
    8.1/10(364 votes)

    #18 - Wile E. Coyote and a Pretentious Douche

    S7:E6

    Christy tries to embrace positivity after having a meltdown; Bonnie gets a glimpse of what Adam was like before his accident.

    Director:Rebecca Ancheta-Blum
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Mom Season 7 Episode 7 - Pork Butt and a Mall Walker
    8.1/10(353 votes)

    #19 - Pork Butt and a Mall Walker

    S7:E7

    Bonnie and Adam go on a double date with Jill and Andy. Also, Tammy recruits Christy to mediate a sensitive situation with Marjorie.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Mom Season 7 Episode 10 - Higgledy-Piggledy and a Cat Show
    8.1/10(378 votes)

    #20 - Higgledy-Piggledy and a Cat Show

    S7:E10

    Bonnie is forced to relive painful Christmas memories when Christy recounts tales from her childhood to Bonnie's sponsee, Patty.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Mom Season 2 Episode 4 - Forged Resumes and the Recommended Dosage
    8.0/10(495 votes)

    #21 - Forged Resumes and the Recommended Dosage

    S2:E4

    While Christy tries to get to the bottom of Violet's erratic behavior, Bonnie attempts to get a job.

    Director:Ted Wass
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Mom Season 3 Episode 1 - Terrorists and Gingerbread
    8.0/10(553 votes)

    #22 - Terrorists and Gingerbread

    S3:E1

    Bonnie's estranged biological mother arrives, prompting Bonnie and Christy to clash over the notion of forgiveness.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Mom Season 5 Episode 5 - Poodle Fuzz and a Twinge of Jealousy
    8.0/10(421 votes)

    #23 - Poodle Fuzz and a Twinge of Jealousy

    S5:E5

    An injury temporarily puts Bonnie in a wheelchair; Christy takes over as building manager and makes a surprising discovery.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Mom Season 6 Episode 14 - Kalamazoo and a Bad Wedge of Brie
    8.0/10(375 votes)

    #24 - Kalamazoo and a Bad Wedge of Brie

    S6:E14

    Christy's plan to win her sponsor's approval backfires, and the ladies rush in to help after Jill's house is broken into.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Mom Season 7 Episode 5 - Fake Bacon and a Plan to Kill All of Us
    8.0/10(365 votes)

    #25 - Fake Bacon and a Plan to Kill All of Us

    S7:E5

    Following the sudden death of a friend, Christy and Bonnie look for ways to honor her memory.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"A Community Hero and a Wide Turn" is the best rated episode of "Mom". It scored 8.7/10 based on 416 votes. Directed by James Widdoes and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/6/2021. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Kreplach and a Tiny Tush".