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The Best Episodes of Tales of the City

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

Best episode
S1E8 Days of Small Surrenders
9.3631 votes
Worst episode
S1E1 Coming Home
7.2461 votes
Top season
Season 1
8.0avg
Binge time
9h 15m
10 episodes
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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Tales of the City Season 1 Episode 8 - Days of Small Surrenders
    9.3/10(631 votes)

    S1:E8

    In a flashback to the 1960s, Anna arrives in San Francisco, befriends some trans women and starts dating a man. But she soon finds her loyalties tested.

    Director:Alan Poul
    Writer:Lauren Morelli

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  2. Tales of the City Season 1 Episode 4 - The Price of Oil
    8.5/10(366 votes)

    S1:E4

    Mary Ann asks everyone to help Barbary Lane and tries to get along with Shawna. Michael spends the night with old friends and argues with Ben.

    Director:Silas Howard
    Writer:Andy Parker

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  3. Tales of the City Season 1 Episode 10 - Three of Cups
    8.5/10(324 votes)

    S1:E10

    The conflict at Barbary Lane comes to a head. Jake and Margot clear the air. A night of celebration leads to an unexpected discovery in the morning.

    Director:Kyle Patrick Alvarez
    Writer:Lauren Morelli

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  4. Tales of the City Season 1 Episode 9 - Rainbow Warriors
    8.2/10(285 votes)

    S1:E9

    Racing against time, Mary Ann, Michael and Brian follow leads to learn who's threatening Barbary Lane. Anna seeks forgiveness from an old friend.

    Director:Sydney Freeland
    Writer:Andy Parker

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  5. Tales of the City Season 1 Episode 7 - Next Level Sh*t
    8.0/10(284 votes)

    S1:E7

    Shawna tries to learn more about her story. Mary Ann helps Sam investigate Anna's past. Benn changes his mind about Michael's house.

    Director:Patricia Cardoso
    Writer:Jen Silverman

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  6. Tales of the City Season 1 Episode 6 - A Touch O' Butch
    7.8/10(280 votes)

    S1:E6

    Everyone looks for Anna after a health problem. The twins bring together social influencers at DeDe's house. Mary Ann and Brian have a candid talk.

    Director:Stacie Passon
    Writer:Patricia Resnick

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  7. Tales of the City Season 1 Episode 5 - Not Today, Satan
    7.7/10(289 votes)

    S1:E5

    Mary Ann and Shawna team up to investigate Anna's problem. Michael is looking for a new house. Shawna opens up with Claire.

    Director:Stacie Passon
    Writer:Thomas Page McBee

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  8. Tales of the City Season 1 Episode 3 - Happy, Now?
    7.4/10(323 votes)

    S1:E3

    Anna receives a threat. Mary Ann tries to make amends with Brian. Jake and Margot go to the party where Jake's Sister is going to reveal the sex of her baby.

    Director:Silas Howard
    Writer:Hansol Jung

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  9. Tales of the City Season 1 Episode 2 - She Messy
    7.4/10(352 votes)

    S1:E2

    Mary Ann decides to stay in San Francisco and tells Shawna true. The relationship between Jake and Margot comes at a crossroads. Anna knows a man.

    Director:Alan Poul
    Writer:Marcus Gardley

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  10. Tales of the City Season 1 Episode 1 - Coming Home
    7.2/10(461 votes)

    S1:E1

    After two decades away, Mary Ann arrives in San Francisco for Anna Madrigal's 90th birthday party. But not everyone is happy to see her.

    Director:Alan Poul
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Days of Small Surrenders" is the best rated episode of Tales of the City. It scored 9.3/10 from 631 votes. Directed by Alan Poul and written by Lauren Morelli, it aired on June 7, 2019. This episode scored 0.8 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Price of Oil".

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