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The Best Episodes of Staged

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

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David Tennant and Michael Sheen (playing themselves) were due to star in a production of 'Six Characters in Search of an Author' in the West End. The pandemic has put an end to that, but

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Staged Season 2 Episode 7 - The Loo Recluse
    8.9/10(373 votes)

    #1 - The Loo Recluse

    S2:E7

    David and Michael discover that the studio has now cast two actors. When they discover who has been cast both men are upset as they each have a history with the actor taking their place, one known and one unknown.

    Director:Simon Evans
    Writer:Simon Evans

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  2. Staged Season 1 Episode 3 - Who The F#!k Is Michael Sheen?
    8.8/10(521 votes)

    #2 - Who The F#!k Is Michael Sheen?

    S1:E3

    An actor who was initially involved in the play, but dropped out due to scheduling conflicts, comes back to haunt the production. Georgia has sold her novel, and tells Anna that she's due to be a birthing partner for her friend. Michael is being blackmailed by his neighbour.

    Director:Simon Evans
    Writer:Simon Evans

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  3. Staged Season 1 Episode 6 - The Cookie Jar
    8.6/10(416 votes)

    #3 - The Cookie Jar

    S1:E6

    The producer drafts in the voice of experience to get Michael and David in line. Georgia has shared David's work without him knowing. Michael seeks resolution on what has happened to his neighbour. David is pleasantly surprised by the enthusiastic response his work receives.

    Director:Simon Evans
    Writer:Simon Evans

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  4. Staged Season 3 Episode 2 - Who's Playing Who?
    8.6/10(230 votes)

    #4 - Who's Playing Who?

    S3:E2

    The gang prepares to announce their new endeavour. Surely nothing can stand in their way?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Staged Season 1 Episode 4 - Bara Brith
    8.4/10(409 votes)

    #5 - Bara Brith

    S1:E4

    Michael and David are finding it hard to regain each other's trust. The show's producer steps in to try and repair the damage. Meanwhile Michael gets drawn deeper into the situation with his neighbour. David is nervous about Georgia going off to help a friend who's in labour.

    Director:Simon Evans
    Writer:Simon Evans

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  6. Staged Season 1 Episode 2 - Up To No Good
    8.3/10(466 votes)

    #6 - Up To No Good

    S1:E2

    With rehearsals due to begin, director Simon goes missing. Michael and David embrace the opportunity to skive off from their duties, but one of them gets caught breaking the law. Georgia is due to deliver her novel to her agent and asks David to stand in and help with the kids.

    Director:Simon Evans
    Writer:Simon Evans

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  7. Staged Season 2 Episode 3 - The Dirty Mochyns
    8.3/10(339 votes)

    #7 - The Dirty Mochyns

    S2:E3

    David and Michael spot an opportunity to sabotage the show. David is deflated to discover how people feel about him, while Michael is overjoyed to discover how people feel about him.

    Director:Simon Evans
    Writer:Simon Evans

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  8. Staged Season 2 Episode 8 - Until They Get Home
    8.3/10(295 votes)

    #8 - Until They Get Home

    S2:E8

    Accepting their fate David and Michael prepare to finally leave their homes. David is finally due to go back to work, Michael thinks he finally has a route to New York. The girls perform their charity sketch.

    Director:Simon Evans
    Writer:Simon Evans

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  9. Staged Season 3 Episode 6 - Knock, Knock
    8.3/10(215 votes)

    #9 - Knock, Knock

    S3:E6

    The final send-off is upset by betrayal almost at once. But is there still a way through?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Staged Season 1 Episode 5 - Ulysses
    8.2/10(402 votes)

    #10 - Ulysses

    S1:E5

    Simon brings in an old friend to try to convince David and Michael to put their faith in him. David has managed to stay afloat in Georgia's absence. Not only has he kept the house in order and the home-schooling ticking over, but he's finished a draft of his screenplay. Michael spies an ambulance next door and worries about his neighbour.

    Director:Simon Evans
    Writer:Simon Evans

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  11. Staged Season 2 Episode 4 - Woofty Doofty, David
    8.2/10(333 votes)

    #11 - Woofty Doofty, David

    S2:E4

    There is fallout from how David and Michael have behaved. They try to establish who has more value. Georgia, Anna and Lucy discuss a charity evening that they are due to perform at.

    Director:Simon Evans
    Writer:Simon Evans

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  12. Staged Season 1 Episode 1 - Cachu Hwch
    8.1/10(530 votes)

    #12 - Cachu Hwch

    S1:E1

    Two great actors were due to put on a play in the West End before the show was put on hiatus due to the pandemic. The director is worried that his big break is about to pass him by so tries to convince his doubtful cast to carry on online.

    Director:Simon Evans
    Writer:Simon Evans

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  13. Staged Season 2 Episode 1 - Saddle Up Sheen
    8.1/10(355 votes)

    #13 - Saddle Up Sheen

    S2:E1

    Whilst appearing on a chat show discussing a year in lockdown Michael and David are pained to discover someone they respect is not a fan of their work.

    Director:Simon Evans
    Writer:Simon Evans

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  14. Staged Season 2 Episode 2 - Long Time, No See
    8.1/10(323 votes)

    #14 - Long Time, No See

    S2:E2

    After discovering the plan, David and Michael are dismayed to learn who will be carrying on without them. They are also upset to find out how well Simon is doing without them.

    Director:Simon Evans
    Writer:Simon Evans

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  15. Staged Season 2 Episode 5 - The Warthog and the Mongoose, Part 1
    8.1/10(323 votes)

    #15 - The Warthog and the Mongoose, Part 1

    S2:E5

    The boys are butting heads, not helped by having to read with various new potential cast members.

    Director:Simon Evans
    Writer:Simon Evans

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  16. Staged Season 3 Episode 1 - Is There a Version?
    8.1/10(209 votes)

    #16 - Is There a Version?

    S3:E1

    Michael and David don't want to talk to Simon, but he doesn't give up.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Staged Season 2 Episode 6 - The Warthog and the Mongoose, Part 2
    7.9/10(312 votes)

    #17 - The Warthog and the Mongoose, Part 2

    S2:E6

    The project is in danger. Simon tries to get David and Michael to work together, but it ultimately falls to a final pair of potential cast members to offer a new perspective.

    Director:Simon Evans
    Writer:Simon Evans

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  18. Staged Season 3 Episode 3 - Past
    7.7/10(189 votes)

    #18 - Past

    S3:E3

    Sifting through the rubble of what might have been, they try to pin-point what went wrong.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Staged Season 3 Episode 5 - Future
    7.7/10(175 votes)

    #19 - Future

    S3:E5

    With the gang reinvigorated, a plan is suggested which could turn failure into glory.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Staged Season 3 Episode 4 - Present
    7.6/10(182 votes)

    #20 - Present

    S3:E4

    With the project paused, David and Michael decide to try and break the standstill.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"The Loo Recluse" is the best rated episode of "Staged". It scored 8.9/10 based on 373 votes. Directed by Simon Evans and written by Simon Evans, it aired on 1/25/2021. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Who The F#!k Is Michael Sheen?".