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The Best Episodes of Parks and Recreation Season 7

Every episode of Parks and Recreation Season 7 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Parks and Recreation Season 7!

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

Season 7 Ratings Summary

"2017" is the best rated episode of "Parks and Recreation" season 7. It scored 7.5/10 based on 2331 votes. Directed by Dean Holland and written by Matt Murray, Alan Yang, it aired on 1/13/2015. This episode is rated 0.6 points higher than the second-best, "Ron and Jammy".

  • 2017
    7.5/102,331 votes

    #1 - 2017

    Season 7 Episode 1 - Aired 1/13/2015

    Leslie launches a competition with tech company Gryzzl for a large parcel of land, which she wants to turn into a National Park. April and Andy try to regain their spontaneity. Ben is recognized at a Bicentennial gala, where Tom delivers a speech in his honor.

    Director: Dean Holland

    Writer: Matt Murray, Alan Yang

  • Ron and Jammy
    8.1/102,240 votes

    #2 - Ron and Jammy

    Season 7 Episode 2 - Aired 1/13/2015

    Leslie and Ron briefly put aside their feud to help old foe Jeremy Jamm escape the clutches of the diabolical Tammy 2. Ben vows to help April discover her true passion in life, while Andy and Tom travel to Chicago.

    Director: Dean Holland

    Writer: Harris Wittels

  • William Henry Harrison
    7.3/102,080 votes

    #3 - William Henry Harrison

    Season 7 Episode 3 - Aired 1/20/2015

    Leslie's team tries to strengthen her case that the Newport land should be turned into a National Park. Ron's team, fighting back, brings on a celebrity as a minority owner.

    Director: Tom Magill

    Writer: Megan Amram

  • Leslie and Ron
    9.5/104,634 votes

    #4 - Leslie and Ron

    Season 7 Episode 4 - Aired 1/20/2015

    Leslie and Ron attempt to work out their differences.

    Director: Beth McCarthy-Miller

    Writer: Michael Schur

  • Gryzzlbox
    8.1/102,065 votes

    #5 - Gryzzlbox

    Season 7 Episode 5 - Aired 1/27/2015

    Leslie and Ben suspect that Gryzzl is invading the privacy of Pawnee residents. April addresses the new Parks and Rec interns, while Tom helps Andy renegotiate a contract.

    Director: Amy Poehler

    Writer: Donick Cary

  • Save JJ's
    7.9/102,022 votes

    #6 - Save JJ's

    Season 7 Episode 6 - Aired 1/27/2015

    Leslie holds a rally in an attempt to keep JJ's Diner from closing. Tom surprises Donna with the ultimate pre-wedding gift.

    Director: Ken Whittingham

    Writer: Joe Mande

  • Donna and Joe
    8.3/102,114 votes

    #7 - Donna and Joe

    Season 7 Episode 7 - Aired 2/3/2015

    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.

    Director: Ken Whittingham

    Writer: N/A

  • Ms. Ludgate-Dwyer Goes to Washington
    8.0/102,068 votes

    #8 - Ms. Ludgate-Dwyer Goes to Washington

    Season 7 Episode 8 - Aired 2/10/2015

    While Leslie and April take a business trip to Washington, April wrestles with her future. Back in Pawnee, Andy tries to find April the perfect job.

    Director: Morgan Sackett

    Writer: Dave King

  • Pie-Mary
    8.3/102,159 votes

    #9 - Pie-Mary

    Season 7 Episode 9 - Aired 2/10/2015

    Leslie and Ben come under fire for participating in an old Pawnee tradition. April and Ron go on a scavenger hunt. Donna and Garry stroll down memory lane.

    Director: Greg Daniels

    Writer: Emma Fletcher, Rachna Fruchbom

  • The Johnny Karate Super Awesome Musical Explosion Show
    8.3/102,876 votes

    #10 - The Johnny Karate Super Awesome Musical Explosion Show

    Season 7 Episode 10 - Aired 2/17/2015

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

    Director: Dean Holland

    Writer: Matt Hubbard

  • Two Funerals
    8.4/102,201 votes

    #11 - Two Funerals

    Season 7 Episode 11 - Aired 2/17/2015

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

    Director: Craig Zisk

    Writer: Jen Statsky

  • One Last Ride
    9.5/105,464 votes

    #12 - One Last Ride

    Season 7 Episode 12 - Aired 2/24/2015

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

    Director: Michael Schur

    Writer: Michael Schur, Amy Poehler