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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!

The Best Episodes of Tales of the City

Mary Ann returns to present-day San Francisco and is reunited with her daughter and ex-husband, twenty years after leaving them behind to pursue her career....

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  1. Background image for Days of Small Surrenders
    9.3/10(622 votes)

    #1 - Days of Small Surrenders

    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
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  2. Background image for The Price of Oil
    8.5/10(359 votes)

    #2 - The Price of Oil

    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
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  3. Background image for Three of Cups
    8.5/10(319 votes)

    #3 - Three of Cups

    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.

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  4. Background image for Rainbow Warriors
    8.2/10(280 votes)

    #4 - Rainbow Warriors

    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.

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  5. Background image for Next Level Sh*t
    8.1/10(277 votes)

    #5 - Next Level Sh*t

    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.

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  6. Background image for A Touch O' Butch
    7.9/10(274 votes)

    #6 - A Touch O' Butch

    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.

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  8. Background image for Not Today, Satan
    7.7/10(284 votes)

    #7 - Not Today, Satan

    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.

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  9. Background image for She Messy
    7.5/10(347 votes)

    #8 - She Messy

    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
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  10. Background image for Happy, Now?
    7.4/10(318 votes)

    #9 - Happy, Now?

    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
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  11. Background image for Coming Home
    7.2/10(454 votes)

    #10 - Coming Home

    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 based on 622 votes. Directed by Alan Poul and written by Lauren Morelli, it aired on 6/7/2019. This episode scored 0.8 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Price of Oil".