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Jessica Day is an offbeat and adorable girl in her late 20s who, after a bad breakup, moves in with three single guys. Goofy, positive, vulnerable and honest to a fault, Jess has faith in

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    New Girl Season 6 Episode 2 - Hubbedy Bubby
    5.9/10(17 votes)

    #1 - Hubbedy Bubby

    S6:E2

    Jess and Cece jump on the campaign trail and make a bet with a disbelieving Schmidt that they can recruit voters for the upcoming Presidential election. Meanwhile, Winston teaches Nick about modern phone sex.

    Director:Steve Welch
    Writer:Sarah Tapscott

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  2. New Girl Season 5 Episode 14 - 300 Feet
    6.2/10(11 votes)

    #2 - 300 Feet

    S5:E14

    When Jess is served a restraining order by her ex-boyfriend, Sam, she sets out to clear her name with Winstons help. Nick and Schmidt plot against the owner of a trendy new bar that opened on their street.

    Director:Trent O'Donnell
    Writer:Sophia Lear

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  3. New Girl Season 6 Episode 8 - James Wonder
    6.2/10(13 votes)

    #3 - James Wonder

    S6:E8

    In order to land the soon-to-be open principal's position at her school, Jess must impress the disapproving president of the Parents' Council. Winston puts his undercover skills to the test and Nick struggles to come up with the perfect wedding gift for Schmidt and Cece.

    Director:Trent O'Donnell
    Writers:Ethan Sandler, Adrian Wenner

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  4. New Girl Season 3 Episode 7 - Coach
    6.3/10(21 votes)

    #4 - Coach

    S3:E7

    Coach visits the apartment to spend a "guys night out" with the guys, after breaking up with his girlfriend. Nick going to a strip club with the guys, and telling her that they haven't had a conversation about whether or not they're boyfriend/girlfriend or are exclusive, upsets Jess to the point that she has "girls night out" with Cece at the bar.

    Director:Russ T. Alsobrook
    Writer:David Feeney

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  5. New Girl Season 7 Episode 3 - Lillypads
    6.3/10(6 votes)

    #5 - Lillypads

    S7:E3

    Nervous about Ruth's interview at a prestigious pre-school, Schmidt recruits Jess to help her prepare. Meanwhile, Nick procrastinates writing, and Winston prepares to confront his fear of testifying in court.

    Director:Trent O'Donnell
    Writer:J. J. Philbin

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  6. New Girl Season 2 Episode 9 - Eggs
    6.4/10(19 votes)

    #6 - Eggs

    S2:E9

    When Jess learns that a friend is pregnant, both she and Cece panic that time is running out for them to have children. Meanwhile, Schmidt seeks advice on how to please Emma, and Nick and Winston visit the zoo to find inspiration for Nick's zombie-themed novel.

    Director:Neal Brennan
    Writer:Kay Cannon

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  7. New Girl Season 3 Episode 9 - Longest Night Ever
    6.4/10(18 votes)

    #7 - Longest Night Ever

    S3:E9

    Jess must occupy Schmidt while Cece goes on a date with Coach; Nick and Winston search for Ferguson.

    Director:Nicholas Jasenovec
    Writer:Ryan Koh

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  8. New Girl Season 6 Episode 17 - Rumspringa
    6.4/10(10 votes)

    #8 - Rumspringa

    S6:E17

    When Jess gets nervous about starting her new position as principal, Nick and Schmidt decide to take her on a relaxing day trip to Solvang, which quickly goes "sideways." Meanwhile, with Cece's help, Winston tries to finalize his divorce from Rhonda, but finds that he and Aly are caught in a series of never-ending pranks.

    Director:Josh Greenbaum
    Writers:Sophia Lear, Noah Garfinkel

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  9. New Girl Season 5 Episode 13 - Sam, Again
    6.5/10(11 votes)

    #9 - Sam, Again

    S5:E13

    Jess applies for a job at a progressive new school, but things take a turn when she finds out the principal is dating her ex-boyfriend, Sam. Meanwhile, Nick gets a cold and Schmidt quarantines the roommates to prevent himself from getting sick before his big presentation.

    Director:Steve Welch
    Writers:Ethan Sandler, Adrian Wenner

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  10. New Girl Season 6 Episode 6 - Ready
    6.5/10(13 votes)

    #10 - Ready

    S6:E6

    After Jess announces that she is ready to date again, Schmidt pushes her to give her workout partner, Robby, a fighting chance. Then, when Cece hires a hunky new bartender, Nick struggles to understand male beauty, while Winston's newfound confidence makes him irresistible.

    Director:Trent O'Donnell
    Writer:Noah Garfinkel

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  11. New Girl Season 6 Episode 7 - Last Thanksgiving
    6.5/10(11 votes)

    #11 - Last Thanksgiving

    S6:E7

    It's Thanksgiving and Jess and the gang are determined to make this year's festivities a success. However, things don't go according to plan when Robby surprisingly shows up and Schmidt's dad arrives heartbroken. Meanwhile, Nick finds out that Regan is postponing her move-in date and Winston deals with his "heroic" injury.

    Director:Trent O'Donnell
    Writer:Joni Lefkowitz

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  12. New Girl Season 6 Episode 12 - The Cubicle
    6.5/10(13 votes)

    #12 - The Cubicle

    S6:E12

    When Jess insists on covering Robby's medical bill, she is stunned after finding out the total and goes to extremes to find a way to help pay. With Schmidt and Winston's help, Cece attempts to get her new modeling agency off the ground (and out of the loft), but is discouraged when her first client is inspired to change career paths. Meanwhile, Reagan puts off reading Nick's new novel.

    Director:Jay Chandrasekhar
    Writer:Kim Rosenstock

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  13. New Girl Season 6 Episode 18 - Young Adult
    6.5/10(11 votes)

    #13 - Young Adult

    S6:E18

    When Jess worries that she may not be a cool enough principal, she recruits Nick and "The Pepperwood Chronicles" to help make her popular with the students. Meanwhile, Schmidt hires an eager and overly-aggressive new assistant and Winston realizes that Furguson may be two-timing him.

    Director:Jay Chandrasekhar
    Writer:Jason Daugherity

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  14. New Girl Season 2 Episode 10 - Bathtub
    6.6/10(18 votes)

    #14 - Bathtub

    S2:E10

    Tired of taking showers, Jess and Winston scheme to get a bathtub in the loft. Then, at the bar, Nick meets a tough and beautiful customer with boyfriend troubles. Meanwhile, Schmidt is torn between his boss and trying to win back Cece.

    Director:Tristram Shapeero
    Writer:Donick Cary

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  15. New Girl Season 2 Episode 13 - A Father's Love
    6.6/10(17 votes)

    #15 - A Father's Love

    S2:E13

    When Nick's con-man father suddenly reappears, Jess tries her best to fix the two men's relationship, despite Nick's fears that he's being used in another one of his dad's gambling schemes. Meanwhile, Schmidt teams up with Robby to try to win back Cece.

    Director:Jake Kasdan
    Writers:Berkley Johnson, Josh Malmuth

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  16. New Girl Season 3 Episode 1 - All In
    6.6/10(19 votes)

    #16 - All In

    S3:E1

    Nick and Jess make a romantic run for the border -- but their wild Mexican adventure takes a turn for the worse when Nick is arrested.

    Director:Max Winkler
    Writer:Elizabeth Meriwether

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  17. New Girl Season 3 Episode 20 - Mars Landing
    6.6/10(17 votes)

    #17 - Mars Landing

    S3:E20

    Jess and Nick face some truths about their relationship, while Schmidt, Winston and Coach scramble to make a better second impression on their hot new neighbors. Also, Cece panics after she drunk-texts Buster

    Director:Lynn Shelton
    Writers:Josh Malmuth, Nina Pedrad

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  18. New Girl Season 6 Episode 9 - Es Good
    6.6/10(13 votes)

    #18 - Es Good

    S6:E9

    Schmidt enlists Nick to help him earn the respect of his difficult house contractor. Meanwhile, as Jess and Robby test the limits of their ability to be in a casual relationship, Winston and Cece debate the pros and cons of not being single.

    Director:Trent O'Donnell
    Writer:Rob Rosell

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  19. New Girl Season 6 Episode 13 - Cece's Boys
    6.6/10(11 votes)

    #19 - Cece's Boys

    S6:E13

    As Jess tries to find a new vice principal, she discovers that she has a real problem when it comes to making decisions. Meanwhile, Cece enlists Jess and Reagan to help her recruit new models, and the guys are in for a surprise when they enjoy a day at the spa.

    Director:Trent O'Donnell
    Writer:Joe Wengert

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  20. New Girl Season 6 Episode 19 - Socalyalcon VI
    6.6/10(10 votes)

    #20 - Socalyalcon VI

    S6:E19

    When Reagan returns home from a work trip, Jess is concerned that she has been spending too much time being Nick's "girlfriend." Meanwhile, Schmidt and Cece obsess over security in their new home and Aly reveals an embarrassing secret to Winston.

    Director:Trent O'Donnell
    Writer:Berkley Johnson

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  21. New Girl Season 6 Episode 21 - San Diego
    6.6/10(10 votes)

    #21 - San Diego

    S6:E21

    As Jess continues to stay with her dad in Portland, they unexpectedly help one another with their love lives. Meanwhile, Nick turns to a reluctant Aly for help with his relationship with Reagan, and Schmidt contemplates using his first name.

    Director:Trent O'Donnell
    Writers:Rob Rosell, David Feeney

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  22. New Girl Season 7 Episode 5 - Godparents
    6.6/10(7 votes)

    #22 - Godparents

    S7:E5

    Jess tries to appease Winston's anxiety about his impending fatherhood by tracking down his long lost dad. Meanwhile, Schmidt goes back to work for the first time since Ruth's birth.

    Director:Lamorne Morris
    Writer:Lamar Woods

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  23. New Girl Season 1 Episode 7 - Bells
    6.7/10(20 votes)

    #23 - Bells

    S1:E7

    Jess gets jealous when Winston joins her troubled-youth handbell quartet and instantly becomes a natural. Meanwhile Nick and Schmidt engage in class warfare when the toilet breaks and they each have their own idea of how to get it fixed.

    Director:Peyton Reed
    Writer:Luvh Rakhe

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  24. New Girl Season 3 Episode 5 - The Box
    6.7/10(18 votes)

    #24 - The Box

    S3:E5

    Nick becomes irresponsible with the money from his late father's estate, so Jess uses some of the money to pay Nick's unpaid bills, behind his back. With Nick's improved financial situation, Winston feels its finally time to ask Nick for the money he owes him.

    Director:Andrew Fleming
    Writer:Rob Rosell

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  25. New Girl Season 3 Episode 8 - Menus
    6.7/10(19 votes)

    #25 - Menus

    S3:E8

    An overabundance of Chinese food take-out menus left at the loft’s front door is the catalyst for an interconnected series of adventures for Jess and the guys.

    Director:Trent O'Donnell
    Writers:Matt Fusfeld, Alex Cuthbertson

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Hubbedy Bubby" is the worst rated episode of "New Girl". It scored 5.9/10 based on 17 votes. Directed by Steve Welch and written by Sarah Tapscott, it aired on 9/27/2016. This episode scored 0.3 points lower than the second lowest rated, "300 Feet".