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The Best Episodes of Parks and Recreation

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

The Best Episodes of Parks and Recreation

In an attempt to beautify her town — and advance her career — Leslie Knope, a mid-level bureaucrat in the Parks and Recreation Department of...

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  1. Background image for Leslie and Ron
    9.5/10(4.8k votes)

    #1 - Leslie and Ron

    S7:E4

    Leslie and Ron attempt to work out their differences.

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  2. Background image for One Last Ride
    9.5/10(5.6k votes)

    #2 - One Last Ride

    S7:E12

    The Parks gang completes one last task together, before saying goodbye to Pawnee.

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  3. Background image for Leslie and Ben
    9.2/10(3.3k votes)

    #3 - Leslie and Ben

    S5:E14

    Leslie and Ben are getting married, and have to cram months of planning into two hours. Meanwhile, Ron's temper gets him in trouble.

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  4. Background image for Ron and Diane
    8.9/10(3.0k votes)

    #4 - Ron and Diane

    S5:E9

    Ron, Diane, and Leslie attend a wood working awards dinner after one of Ron's handcrafted chairs is nominated, but the happy occasion is threatened by the arrival of Tammy II. Meanwhile, Jerry hosts a holiday party at his home with his wife, and some of his friends are shocked to find they were not invited.

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  5. Background image for Two Parties
    8.8/10(2.9k votes)

    #5 - Two Parties

    S5:E10

    Ben and Leslie's rival bachelor and bachelorette parties each take on a very different tune.

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    Director:Dean Holland
    Writer:Dave King
  6. Background image for Hunting Trip
    8.6/10(3.5k votes)

    #6 - Hunting Trip

    S2:E10

    Leslie tries to prove she can hang with the guys so she invites herself on Ron’s annual hunting trip, but things don’t go as planned. Meanwhile, April and Andy bond in the office while everyone is away.

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  8. Background image for Halloween Surprise
    8.6/10(2.7k votes)

    #7 - Halloween Surprise

    S5:E5

    A new job offer for Ben causes Leslie to contemplates their future. Meanwhile, Ron and Andy take Diane's girls out trick-or-treating, and Tom searches for a new business idea.

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  9. Background image for Freddy Spaghetti
    8.5/10(3.0k votes)

    #8 - Freddy Spaghetti

    S2:E24

    When Ben prevents Leslie from holding a children’s concert, she takes matters into her own hands. Mark makes some big decisions about his life, and Andy gets some unexpected romantic attention.

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  10. Background image for Emergency Response
    8.5/10(2.4k votes)

    #9 - Emergency Response

    S5:E13

    Leslie and Ben organize a black tie gala to raise money for their park, but their plans are derailed when a city-wide emergency response drill is called. Meanwhile, Andy prepares to take his Police Academy Exam and Ron fills in for Leslie on Pawnee Today.

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  11. Background image for 94 Meetings
    8.4/10(3.0k votes)

    #10 - 94 Meetings

    S2:E21

    Ron is furious when April mistakenly schedules a ton of meetings for him. Meanwhile, Leslie fights to preserve a historical landmark.

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  12. Background image for The Master Plan
    8.4/10(2.9k votes)

    #11 - The Master Plan

    S2:E23

    Leslie is disappointed when her new park plans are put on hold by a visit from two state auditors. April has plans for Andy at her birthday party, and Ann tries to piece together a romantic mystery.

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    8.4/10(2.3k votes)

    #12 - Two Funerals

    S7:E11

    Ben and April conduct a series of interviews, while Andy and Donna help Ron adjust to a life change.

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    Director:Craig Zisk
  14. Background image for Ron and Tammy
    8.3/10(3.3k votes)

    #13 - Ron and Tammy

    S2:E8

    Leslie is upset when she learns the library department wants to take over her lot. Making matters worse, the library is run by Ron's ex-wife Tammy, who still has a powerful emotional hold on him. Meanwhile, Andy gets a job in hopes of winning Ann back.

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    Director:Troy Miller
  15. Background image for Donna and Joe
    8.3/10(2.2k votes)

    #14 - Donna and Joe

    S7:E7

    Donna and Joe tie the knot, while April attempts to keep the wedding running smoothly. Ron creates an awkward situation between Tom and Lucy. Jen Barkley arrives at Ben and Leslie’s house with an interesting opportunity.

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    Writer:Unknown
  16. Background image for The Johnny Karate Super Awesome Musical Explosion Show
    8.3/10(3.0k votes)

    #15 - The Johnny Karate Super Awesome Musical Explosion Show

    S7:E10

    On the last episode of Andy’s TV show, his friends wish him luck with whatever comes next.

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    Director:Dean Holland
  17. Background image for Practice Date
    8.2/10(3.3k votes)

    #16 - Practice Date

    S2:E4

    Leslie is nervous about her first date with Dave, so Ann takes her on a practice date to help her prepare. Meanwhile, after a local councilman is caught up in a sex scandal, Tom, Ron, April and Mark decide to see who can uncover the worst dirt on each other.

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    8.2/10(3.3k votes)

    #17 - Greg Pikitis

    S2:E7

    Leslie enlists the help of Dave and Andy in order to catch a local teen vandal. Meanwhile, Ann struggles to make her Halloween party fun, and ends up getting help from an unlikely source.

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  19. Background image for Telethon
    8.2/10(2.9k votes)

    #18 - Telethon

    S2:E22

    Leslie hosts a late-night shift for a local telethon, and lands former Indiana Pacer Detlef Schrempf as a celebrity guest. Meanwhile, Mark has big plans for his relationship with Ann.

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    Director:Troy Miller
  20. Background image for Harvest Festival
    8.2/10(26 votes)

    #19 - Harvest Festival

    S3:E7

    It's make it or break it for the Parks Department at the Harvest Festival which is full of surprises.

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  21. Background image for Andy and April's Fancy Party
    8.2/10(28 votes)

    #20 - Andy and April's Fancy Party

    S3:E9

    April and Andy host a dinner party for the Parks Department. Meanwhile, Ann tries to move on from Chris at a singles' party.

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  22. Background image for Jerry's Painting
    8.2/10(29 votes)

    #21 - Jerry's Painting

    S3:E11

    Jerry’s contribution to Leslie’s community art show causes a stir. Ben moves in with April and Andy and attempts to teach them how to be adults. Meanwhile, Leslie is frustrated by Chris and his interoffice dating rules.

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    Director:Dean Holland
  23. Background image for Road Trip
    8.2/10(24 votes)

    #22 - Road Trip

    S3:E14

    When Chris sends Leslie and Ben on a trip to Indianapolis, Leslie is afraid she won't be able to deny her feelings for him. Ron teaches a young student about his views on government. Meanwhile, Andy gets his feelings hurt by April after playing Tom's new game.

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    8.2/10(27 votes)

    #23 - The Debate

    S4:E20

    Leslie goes toe-to-toe with Bobby Newport in a debate. Ann, Tom, and Chris work in the media spin room, while Ron goes the extra mile to save a party for Leslie's donors.

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    Director:Amy Poehler
  25. Background image for Animal Control
    8.2/10(2.3k votes)

    #24 - Animal Control

    S5:E18

    Leslie decides to give the Animal Control Department a much-needed makeover. Ann tries to get Ron the medical attention he needs. Ben, Tom, and Andy recruit donors for their charity foundation.

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    Director:Craig Zisk
  26. Background image for Are You Better Off?
    8.2/10(2.2k votes)

    #25 - Are You Better Off?

    S5:E22

    Leslie celebrates her first year as a city councilwoman. Retired Special Agent Burt Macklin is recalled to action. April gets some life-changing news. Tom debates a big business opportunity.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Leslie and Ron" is the best rated episode of "Parks and Recreation". It scored 9.5/10 based on 4771 votes. Directed by Beth McCarthy-Miller and written by Michael Schur, it aired on 1/20/2015. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "One Last Ride".