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The Best Episodes of The Conners

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This iconic family—Dan, Jackie, Darlene, Becky and D.J.—grapples with parenthood, dating, an unexpected pregnancy, financial pressures, aging and in-laws in working-class America.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Conners Season 1 Episode 2 - Tangled Up in Blue
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - Tangled Up in Blue

    S1:E2

    Darlene is in for one surprise after another when David introduces his girlfriend, Blue, at a parent-teacher conference and mentions that Mark and Harris will be spending the weekend with them. Dan hires Becky to help out at work, but they both come to learn that she might need more help than he can offer.

    Director:Bob Koherr
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Conners Season 1 Episode 3 - There Won't Be Blood
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #2 - There Won't Be Blood

    S1:E3

    It's Halloween, the favorite time of year for the Conners, but an email from the school banning certain costumes, including Mark's, sets off an argument between Dan and Darlene. Jackie introduces someone new to the family at the Halloween party and insists that Dan vet him, only to immediately wish that she hadn't.

    Director:Bob Koherr
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Conners Season 1 Episode 4 - The Separation of Church and Dan
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #3 - The Separation of Church and Dan

    S1:E4

    When Geena learns that D.J. hasn’t been taking Mary to church, she insists they go as a family. Mark’s attempt to conduct an unbiased survey on the upcoming election for his school project goes south when Jackie volunteers to help.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Conners Season 1 Episode 5 - Miracles
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #4 - Miracles

    S1:E5

    Life-changing news lands in the Conner household when a member of the family makes an announcement that no one saw coming. Meanwhile, Dan is suspicious that Becky isn't sticking to her end of the deal when it comes to her drinking. Darlene continues her job search, and Jackie offers English lessons to a Casa Bonita busboy in need.

    Director:Bob Koherr
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Conners Season 1 Episode 11 - We Continue to Truck
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #5 - We Continue to Truck

    S1:E11

    As Darlene grapples with a life-changing offer from Ben, an unexpected conversation with David turns her world even more upside down. Relationship problems lead Jackie to the bottom of the bottle at the last place she remembers being truly happy. Becky’s hopes of a happily ever after with Emilio are jeopardized when Dan delivers alarming news.

    Director:Bob Koherr
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Conners Season 2 Episode 7 - Slappy Holidays
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #6 - Slappy Holidays

    S2:E7

    Chaos ensues when Dan finally gets the entire family together for Thanksgiving dinner; mixed feelings about the Lunch Box continue to build tension in the house; Harris makes an unexpected move.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Conners Season 3 Episode 1 - Keep On Truckin' Six Feet Apart
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #7 - Keep On Truckin' Six Feet Apart

    S3:E1

    The Conners are back and dealing with the pandemic, and life’s financial troubles loom over the family. Dan is still trying to catch up on back-mortgage payments and avoid a potential eviction, while the Lunch Box is closed for everything but takeout and delivery. Becky and Darlene are both forced to search for additional income at the newly reopened Wellman Plastics plant.

    Director:Jody Margolin Hahn
    Writer:Bruce Helford

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  8. The Conners Season 4 Episode 7 - Let's All Push Our Hands Together for the Stew Train and the Conners Furniture
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #8 - Let's All Push Our Hands Together for the Stew Train and the Conners Furniture

    S4:E7

    When Jackie devises an offbeat plan of how to serve the customers at The Lunch Box, it's anything but smooth service; Dan begins to sell some furniture to make room for his new bride and her things.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Conners Season 4 Episode 9 - Three Exes, Role Playing and A Waterbed
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #9 - Three Exes, Role Playing and A Waterbed

    S4:E9

    Thinking it’s Ben’s day off, Darlene brings Nick to the hardware store only to run smack into Ben, who invites Nick to join him at The Lunch Box to watch a Bears game. Meanwhile, Dan tries to spruce up the bedroom while Louise is out on the road and Jackie meets Logan’s mom.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Conners Season 4 Episode 12 - Hot For Teacher and Writing a Wrong
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #10 - Hot For Teacher and Writing a Wrong

    S4:E12

    Mark’s returned to public school and finding it hard to fit in; and when Darlene finds out what Mark’s doing to make a little extra cash for college, she’s anything but happy about it. Meanwhile, Becky finds herself in an interesting situation with one of her college professors

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Conners Season 4 Episode 16 - Gas Pump, House Dump and Stew Volcano
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #11 - Gas Pump, House Dump and Stew Volcano

    S4:E16

    As Darlene searches for a home that she and Becky can afford, ol’ Don Blanksy returns with an offer they can’t resist, no matter how spooky. Then, after an attempt to boost business at The Lunch Box goes awry, Jackie finds herself apologizing to Ben and rethinking her future running the place.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Conners Season 5 Episode 1 - Double Honeymoon and Seeing Double
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #12 - Double Honeymoon and Seeing Double

    S5:E1

    In an effort to save money, Darlene and Ben join Jackie and Neville on a joint honeymoon, where the newlyweds’ cost-saving measures contribute to a tension-filled getaway. Dan, Becky, Harris, Mark and Beverly Rose go to a water park.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. The Conners Season 5 Episode 5 - A Little Weed and a Bad Seed
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #13 - A Little Weed and a Bad Seed

    S5:E5

    Problems arise on Beverly Rose’s first day of kindergarten, and Becky and Darlene have a disagreement that leads to further turmoil. Elsewhere, Harris advises an unusual solution for Dan’s back pain.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Conners Season 4 Episode 1 - Trucking Live In Front of a Fully Vaccinated Studio Audience
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #14 - Trucking Live In Front of a Fully Vaccinated Studio Audience

    S4:E1

    The Conners continue to deal with the pandemic while navigating breakups and newfound sobriety, all while planning an upcoming wedding.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Conners Season 1 Episode 1 - Keep on Truckin'
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #15 - Keep on Truckin'

    S1:E1

    A sudden turn of events forces the Conners to face the daily struggles of life in Lanford in a way they never have before.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The Conners Season 2 Episode 17 - The Icewoman Cometh
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #16 - The Icewoman Cometh

    S2:E17

    Bev is back from Arizona and has come to the realization that she'd like to use her finances to spread happiness. She has decided to fund Mark's tuition to a prestigious coding camp, while Darlene tries to convince her to give the money to Harris instead. Dan realizes how much he misses Louise, and Becky persuades him to visit her on tour.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Conners Season 3 Episode 7 - A Cold Mom, a Brother Daddy and a Prison Baby
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #17 - A Cold Mom, a Brother Daddy and a Prison Baby

    S3:E7

    Ben’s mom, Barb, arrives in town after an unexpected death and unveils shocking information from the past. Meanwhile, Becky and Emilio spend more time together.

    Director:Michael Arden
    Writers:Jana Hunter, Mitch Hunter

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  18. The Conners Season 4 Episode 4 - The Wedding of Dan and Louise
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #18 - The Wedding of Dan and Louise

    S4:E4

    It’s Dan and Louise’s wedding day, but it’s a far-from-perfect walk down the aisle, especially when a weather report forecasts that a tornado is headed for Lanford creating chaos and surprises.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. The Conners Season 4 Episode 6 - Young Love, Old Love and Take This Job and Shove It
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #19 - Young Love, Old Love and Take This Job and Shove It

    S4:E6

    Darlene worries about Mark making friends at his new school; Mark turns to Ben for personal advice; Becky finds herself thriving in college and starts thinking about her future plans.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. The Conners Season 4 Episode 10 - Spills, Pills and The Midnight Lasagna
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #20 - Spills, Pills and The Midnight Lasagna

    S4:E10

    The Conners celebrate Mark when he makes dean’s list at his new magnet school; but when Darlene and the family learn what he’s been doing to keep up with his classmates, it’s anything but a party. Meanwhile Jackie continues to navigate her relationship with Neville

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. The Conners Season 4 Episode 13 - Sex, Lies and House Hunting
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #21 - Sex, Lies and House Hunting

    S4:E13

    Darlene falls in love with a house she’s looking at, but when the realtor shares she has a better chance of getting the house if she’s part of a couple, she convinces Ben to pretend to be her partner. Meanwhile, Becky and Professor Davis continue to try and keep their relationship a secret, but secrets are hard to keep

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. The Conners Season 4 Episode 14 - Triggered
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #22 - Triggered

    S4:E14

    This special edition of “The Conners” continues the show’s legacy of handling difficult subjects when the family is locked down in their home due to a shooting incident in the neighborhood.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. The Conners Season 4 Episode 15 - Messy Situation, Miscommunication and Academic Probation
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #23 - Messy Situation, Miscommunication and Academic Probation

    S4:E15

    When Becky inadvertently outs her relationship with Professor Davis, he’s forced to reevaluate his career, but his erratic behavior sends Becky down a path to reevaluate their relationship. Meanwhile, Dan and Darlene check in on Chuck, only to learn heartbreaking news about his family.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. The Conners Season 4 Episode 17 - Big Negotiations and Broken Expectations
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #24 - Big Negotiations and Broken Expectations

    S4:E17

    Dan enlists the help of a few good friends for the funeral home remodel after Louise points out that Dan’s generosity with his time seems to benefit everyone but her; and Robin and Darlene take a big career risk that may not pay off the way they expect it to

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. The Conners Season 4 Episode 18 - The Best Laid Plans, a Contrabassoon and a Sinking Feeling
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #25 - The Best Laid Plans, a Contrabassoon and a Sinking Feeling

    S4:E18

    Darlene struggles to cope with the stress of construction; and after a serious accident, she reevaluates everything and makes a life-changing decision. Elsewhere, Lou, a familiar face from the past, returns as Mark's combative contrabassoon teacher; but after he butts heads with Mark, Dan steps in, only to realize that their similarities may outweigh their differences.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Tangled Up in Blue" is the best rated episode of "The Conners". It scored 10/10 based on 1 votes. Directed by Bob Koherr and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/23/2018. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "There Won't Be Blood".