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The Worst Episodes of The Good Fight

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    The Good Fight Season 6 Episode 9 - The End of Democracy
    4.3/10(7 votes)

    #1 - The End of Democracy

    S6:E9

    Diane, Liz and Ri'Chard strategize with Neil Gross to help him buy out the Democratic Party. Jay brings Carmen into the Collective to help extract information from a white supremacist. Diane and Kurt battle relationship issues.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Good Fight Season 5 Episode 8 - And the détente had an end...
    4.7/10(7 votes)

    #2 - And the détente had an end...

    S5:E8

    Julius fights to defend himself in Wackner's court in a surreal and harrowing effort to reclaim his car...and his dignity-all because of an alleged parking violation. Meanwhile, after focus group feedback threatens to sink Del Cooper's reality show about Wackner, both Marissa and Wackner embrace different tactics to help revive the court

    Director:Michael Zinberg
    Writer:Laura Marks

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  3. The Good Fight Season 6 Episode 2 - The End of the Yips
    5.6/10(5 votes)

    #3 - The End of the Yips

    S6:E2

    As Diane encounters her first "therapy" session, she begins to see everything in a positive light. After agreeing to participate in a student project about Black female attorneys, Liz must find a way to prevent an unfair takedown of her reputation. Eli Gold returns to help Marissa in court.

    Director:Tyne Rafaeli
    Writer:Jonathan Tolins

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  4. The Good Fight Season 6 Episode 5 - The End of Ginni
    5.6/10(5 votes)

    #4 - The End of Ginni

    S6:E5

    Ri'Chard, Diane and Elsbeth Tascioni are hired to negotiate a "push-nup" for a husband and wife trying to determine fair compensation for childbirth. However, a challenge is presented when the unborn fetus also gains representation in court. Marissa gets a gun after her near death experience with her father and grows wary of strangers around her.

    Director:Lily Mariye
    Writer:Jacquelyn Reingold

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  5. The Good Fight Season 6 Episode 6 - The End of a Saturday
    5.6/10(5 votes)

    #5 - The End of a Saturday

    S6:E6

    Ri'Chard's nephew loses his bone marrow donor and it's all hands on deck at Reddick & Associates to save his life. In the midst of the search, Liz discovers Ri’Chard has a hidden agenda.

    Director:Michael Zinberg
    Writer:Tegan Shohet

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  6. The Good Fight Season 6 Episode 7 - The End of STR Laurie
    5.6/10(5 votes)

    #6 - The End of STR Laurie

    S6:E7

    The firm learns major funds are being held by the government due to Russian sanctions, which ultimately leads to a discovery of the FBI’s interest in the firm. Parents sue a college for tuition refunds, raising the question “Who is responsible for the ongoing racial discord in this country?”

    Director:Nikki M. James
    Writer:Daniel Beaty

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  7. The Good Fight Season 6 Episode 8 - The End of Playing Games
    5.6/10(5 votes)

    #7 - The End of Playing Games

    S6:E8

    While STR Laurie is investigated by the FBI, Liz and Ri'Chard attempt to take their clients. As they fight to extricate themselves from STR Laurie, Ri’chard and Liz must decide who is head of the firm. Meanwhile, Diane is forced to expose her PT-108 treatment.

    Director:Robert King
    Writers:Jonathan Tolins, Anju Andre-Bergmann

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  8. The Good Fight Season 6 Episode 3 - The End of Football
    5.8/10(5 votes)

    #8 - The End of Football

    S6:E3

    Ri'Chard and Liz team up to work on a case about racial discrimination between a Black coach and an NFL team owner. Ben-Baruch returns and stirs up friction with Carmen.

    Director:Nelson McCormick
    Writer:Aurin Squire

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  9. The Good Fight Season 6 Episode 4 - The End of Eli Gold
    5.8/10(5 votes)

    #9 - The End of Eli Gold

    S6:E4

    Eli Gold's trial is underway, with Marissa Gold as part of his legal team. Liz and Ri'chard attempt to solidify their working relationships leading to a surprise discovery about Ri'chard's history and Liz's father. The firm attends a Democratic fundraiser.

    Director:James Whitmore Jr.
    Writer:Davita Scarlett

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  10. The Good Fight Season 6 Episode 1 - The Beginning of the End
    6.0/10(5 votes)

    #10 - The Beginning of the End

    S6:E1

    After being promoted to top partner at the firm, Liz is forced to accept Ri'Chard Lane as a new name partner brought on to help manage her staff and client load. Meanwhile, Diane experiences déjà vu as she navigates her way in her new bullpen office, downstairs with the associates.

    Director:Nelson McCormick
    Writers:Robert King, Michelle King

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  11. The Good Fight Season 6 Episode 10 - The End of Everything
    6.0/10(5 votes)

    #11 - The End of Everything

    S6:E10

    The office must survive after being trapped by white supremacists.

    Director:Robert King
    Writers:Robert King, Michelle King

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  12. The Good Fight Season 1 Episode 9 - Self Condemned
    6.1/10(15 votes)

    #12 - Self Condemned

    S1:E9

    Diane and Adrian find themselves involved in another police brutality case, this time representing a surprising but familiar face, Colin Sweeney. Lucca represents Maia for her interview with a federal investigator seeking information on the Rindell scandal.

    Director:Jim McKay
    Writer:William M. Finkelstein

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  13. The Good Fight Season 5 Episode 9 - And the end was violent...
    6.4/10(5 votes)

    #13 - And the end was violent...

    S5:E9

    Liz and Diane struggle to get David Lee and the Dubai overlords to accept the new name partner, Allegra Jurado. Oscar Rivi attempts to make his cannabis business legitimate, but realizes that the corporate world can be just as cut-throat as his own. When the justice system fails to detain and prevent a man from continually committing anti-Asian hate crime, the cops discover another way for justice -- Wackner's court.

    Director:Brooke Kennedy
    Writer:Eric Holmes

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  14. The Good Fight Season 5 Episode 10 - And the violence spread...
    6.4/10(5 votes)

    #14 - And the violence spread...

    S5:E10

    In the season five finale, it's too many courts and too little time for the folks at Reddick/Lockhart. Marissa is mounting a strong defense in Vinetta's court for Matteo, while Diane attempts to get an interview with him in order to spring Matteo from court. Carmen, Liz, and Allegra defend drug dealer, Oscar Rivi, as prosecutors attempt to put him back in prison.

    Director:Robert King
    Writers:Robert King, Michelle King

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  15. The Good Fight Season 2 Episode 1 - Day 408
    6.9/10(15 votes)

    #15 - Day 408

    S2:E1

    An unfortunate event brings the firm together, along with the prospect of a new name partner. Diane struggles to grapple with the insanity of the world, and Maia is confronted with another hurdle in her parents' scandal.

    Director:Brooke Kennedy
    Writers:Robert King, Michelle King

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  16. The Good Fight Season 3 Episode 2 - The One Inspired by Roy Cohn
    6.9/10(9 votes)

    #16 - The One Inspired by Roy Cohn

    S3:E2

    Corruption incarnate enters the courtroom in the form of attorney Roland Blum, Maia's new co-counsel on a murder trial. The firm interviews a potential new head of matrimonial law, but Lucca is skeptical of his qualifications. Diane lets off some steam after finding out who recommended Kurt for a new job.

    Director:Frederick E. O. Toye
    Writer:William M. Finkelstein

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  17. The Good Fight Season 4 Episode 2 - The Gang Tries to Serve a Subpoena
    7.0/10(5 votes)

    #17 - The Gang Tries to Serve a Subpoena

    S4:E2

    Reddick, Boseman & Lockhart attempt to adjust to their new landscape as a small subsidiary of STR Laurie, a huge multi-national law firm. Diane encounters a familiar face in court, Louis Canning, during an eminent domain case against a large real estate developer, Rare Orchard. Lucca is given an exciting, high-profile divorce case, however it comes with an unexpected partner, David Lee.

    Director:Kevin Rodney Sullivan
    Writer:Jonathan Tolins

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  18. The Good Fight Season 1 Episode 8 - Reddick v Boseman
    7.1/10(12 votes)

    #18 - Reddick v Boseman

    S1:E8

    Founding partner, Carl Reddick, makes a surprise return to the firm. A renowned local pastor needs the firm's help in a legal matter that threatens to ruin his legacy. Lucca unexpectedly meets Colin's parents. Meanwhile, Henry attempts to reconnect with Maia.

    Director:Michael Zinberg
    Writer:Keith Josef Adkins

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  19. The Good Fight Season 2 Episode 7 - Day 450
    7.1/10(15 votes)

    #19 - Day 450

    S2:E7

    A Democratic National Committee consultant, Ruth Eastman, approaches Reddick, Boseman and Lockhart to develop a confidential impeachment strategy for the DNC against President Trump, leaving the firm's partners at odds. After an impromptu visit from Colin's mom, Lucca is left feeling suspicious of her motives. Maia is intrigued by Ruth's assistant, Carine.

    Director:Frederick E. O. Toye
    Writer:Tegan Shohet

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  20. The Good Fight Season 3 Episode 6 - The One with the Celebrity Divorce
    7.1/10(9 votes)

    #20 - The One with the Celebrity Divorce

    S3:E6

    Celebrity hairdresser Wade V seeks Lucca’s help with a postnuptial agreement for a high profile client. Following their deal with Second Helix, Blum makes his presence well known at Reddick, Boseman & Lockhart, rattling some partners more than others. With political pundits buzzing about the resistance group's covert efforts, Diane takes her axe throwing to the next level.

    Director:Tess Malone
    Writer:Davita Scarlett

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  21. The Good Fight Season 3 Episode 8 - The One Where Kurt Saves Diane
    7.1/10(8 votes)

    #21 - The One Where Kurt Saves Diane

    S3:E8

    Felix Staples (John Cameron Mitchell) rattles the firm when he returns with a case against ChumHum, bringing along a familiar face as his representation, Solomon Waltzer (Alan Alda). Diane receives a mysterious note at home, leading Kurt to question what she's been up to. Meanwhile, actor Gary Carr shadows Lucca for his upcoming role as a lawyer.

    Director:Félix Alcalá
    Writer:Laura Marks

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  22. The Good Fight Season 1 Episode 10 - Chaos
    7.2/10(13 votes)

    #22 - Chaos

    S1:E10

    Diane takes on a new client who is accused of cyber-terrorism, resulting in unforeseen repercussions for the firm, especially Lucca. An accident brings Diane and Kurt together. Henry reveals new truths about the scandal to Maia.

    Director:Robert King
    Writers:Robert King, Michelle King

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  23. The Good Fight Season 3 Episode 3 - The One Where Diane Joins the Resistance
    7.2/10(9 votes)

    #23 - The One Where Diane Joins the Resistance

    S3:E3

    Diane is encouraged to "do something" after meeting the leader of a female resistance group whose aim is to sink POTUS' approval rating. Maia and Blum's plan for a plea deal goes awry when Assistant State's Attorney Spencer Zschau takes over the case. Lucca receives a surprising new divorce referral while Marissa helps Julius find a campaign manager to support his run for federal judgeship.

    Director:Brooke Kennedy
    Writer:Jonathan Tolins

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  24. The Good Fight Season 3 Episode 7 - The One Where Diane and Liz Topple Democracy
    7.2/10(8 votes)

    #24 - The One Where Diane and Liz Topple Democracy

    S3:E7

    Diane and Liz deal with a close ally when assigned to a class action case involving malfunctioning voting machines in the 2016 presidential election. Blum’s domineering tactics continue to push buttons at the firm while he purposefully stalls his work on Second Helix. Lucca is intrigued by a handsome associate of Blum’s.

    Director:Brooke Kennedy
    Writer:Aurin Squire

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  25. The Good Fight Season 4 Episode 3 - The Gang Gets a Call from HR
    7.2/10(4 votes)

    #25 - The Gang Gets a Call from HR

    S4:E3

    When DNC head Frank Landau asks Reddick, Boseman & Lockhart for help with a plan to engage African-American voters, the resulting discussion turns personal for one of the partners. Determined to sue Rare Orchard, Diane is shocked to learn that all court documents associated with the case are missing, leading her down an unexpected rabbit hole. Meanwhile, Marissa befriends Caleb Garlin, an STR Laurie associate.

    Director:Tess Malone
    Writer:Davita Scarlett

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Worst Episodes Summary

"The End of Democracy" is the worst rated episode of "The Good Fight". It scored 4.3/10 based on 7 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/3/2022. This episode scored 0.4 points lower than the second lowest rated, "And the détente had an end...".