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The Best Episodes of Parks and Recreation

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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. 9.5/10(4.7k votes)

    #1 - Leslie and Ron

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    S7:E4

    Leslie and Ron attempt to work out their differences.

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  2. 9.5/10(5.6k votes)

    #2 - One Last Ride

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    S7:E12

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

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  3. 9.2/10(3.3k votes)

    #3 - Leslie and Ben

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    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. 8.9/10(3.6k votes)

    #4 - Flu Season

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    S3:E2

    While planning for the local Harvest Festival, Leslie is struck with the flu and is forced to go to the hospital. Ron and Andy have a day of male bonding, and Tom hits the spa.

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  5. 8.9/10(3.5k votes)

    #5 - Andy and April's Fancy Party

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    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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  6. 8.9/10(3.0k votes)

    #6 - Ron and Diane

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    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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  8. 8.8/10(3.5k votes)

    #7 - The Fight

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    S3:E13

    When Leslie tries to get Ann a job at city hall, her lukewarm reaction causes their first-ever fight. Tom invites the entire department to the Snakehole Lounge to help him promote his new alcohol, "Snake Juice."

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  9. 8.8/10(3.1k votes)

    #8 - Li'l Sebastian

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    S3:E16

    Leslie and the parks team put together a memorial service for a dearly departed friend. Meanwhile, Tom makes a big life decision, while Chris reacts badly to a health problem.

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  10. 8.8/10(2.9k votes)

    #9 - Two Parties

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    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
  11. 8.7/10(3.1k votes)

    #10 - Harvest Festival

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    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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  12. 8.6/10(3.5k votes)

    #11 - Hunting Trip

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    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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  13. 8.6/10(2.9k votes)

    #12 - Jerry's Painting

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    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
  14. 8.6/10(2.7k votes)

    #13 - Halloween Surprise

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    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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  15. 8.5/10(2.9k votes)

    #14 - Freddy Spaghetti

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    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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  16. 8.5/10(3.0k votes)

    #15 - Ron & Tammy: Part Two

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    S3:E4

    Tom tries to get back at Ron by going out on a date with Ron's ex-wife Tammy, while Leslie tries to protect Ron from falling prey to her charms. Meanwhile, April is assigned to work with Chris.

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    Director:Tucker Gates
  17. 8.5/10(2.4k votes)

    #16 - Emergency Response

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    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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  18. 8.4/10(3.0k votes)

    #17 - 94 Meetings

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    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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  19. 8.4/10(2.9k votes)

    #18 - The Master Plan

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    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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  20. 8.4/10(2.9k votes)

    #19 - Soulmates

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    S3:E10

    Leslie tries an online dating service, but doesn't end up with a stranger as she expects. Also, Chris challenges Ron to a grilling competition as part of his plans to make Pawnee healthier.

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    Writer:Alan Yang
  21. 8.4/10(2.9k votes)

    #20 - Road Trip

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    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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  22. 8.4/10(2.3k votes)

    #21 - Two Funerals

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    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
  23. 8.3/10(3.2k votes)

    #22 - Ron and Tammy

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    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
  24. 8.3/10(2.2k votes)

    #23 - Donna and Joe

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    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:N/A
  25. 8.3/10(2.9k votes)

    #24 - The Johnny Karate Super Awesome Musical Explosion Show

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    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
  26. 8.2/10(3.2k votes)

    #25 - Practice Date

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    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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Best Episodes Summary

"Leslie and Ron" is the best rated episode of "Parks and Recreation". It scored 9.5/10 based on 4732 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".