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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    The L Word Season 6 Episode 8 - Last Word
    6.0/10(319 votes)

    #1 - Last Word

    S6:E8

    In the final episode of the series, what starts out as a celebration of friendship quickly ends in a web of betrayal and deceit; the girls find themselves in the slammer with Sergeant Duffy; and the investigation into ? ? death begins…

    Director:Ilene Chaiken
    Writer:Ilene Chaiken

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  2. The L Word Season 3 Episode 4 - Light My Fire
    7.1/10(217 votes)

    #2 - Light My Fire

    S3:E4

    While Tina and Helena attend a documentary screening, Bette leaves for Washington D.C. to speak at a Senate hearing and meets with Senator Barbara Grisham. Attempting to provide for both herself and Moira, Jenny puts her dreams of becoming a writer on hold and starts waitressing at The Planet. Jenny and Moira are also invited to a party hosted by Billie Blaikie where Moira meets like-minded people. Meanwhile, Carmen has to decide whether to give up Shane's opening party in exchange for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to DJ at an exclusive VIP party, and Dana plays at a tennis tournament and declares her love for Lara in front of TV cameras.

    Director:Lynne Stopkewich
    Writer:Cherien Dabis

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  3. The L Word Season 6 Episode 4 - Leaving Los Angeles
    7.3/10(185 votes)

    #3 - Leaving Los Angeles

    S6:E4

    Shane and Jenny are still melting over each other; Bette and Tina go to Nevada to meet a potential birth mother; Max is trying to deal with being pregnant; Alice and Tasha play matchmaker; and Kelly Wentworth may have what Bette needs.

    Director:Rose Troche
    Writer:Ilene Chaiken

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  4. The L Word Season 1 Episode 6 - Lawfully
    7.4/10(308 votes)

    #4 - Lawfully

    S1:E6

    Dana is invited to a dinner party for Subaru, who want to sponsor her tennis career, but Lara is hurt when Dana takes her male doubles partner instead of her. Meanwhile, Tim is shocked when he catches Marina and Jenny in a compromising position, Alice tries to sort out the problems with her mother, and Bette tells her father about Tina's pregnancy, but is upset by his reaction.

    Director:Rose Troche
    Writer:Guinevere Turner

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  5. The L Word Season 1 Episode 14 - Limb from Limb
    7.4/10(5 votes)

    #5 - Limb from Limb

    S1:E14

    As the "Provocations" opening approaches, Bette struggles with a temptation. After some sad news, Dana turns to Tonya, leaving Alice unhappy. Shane tries to let Clea down gently but it backfires in her face.

    Director:Rose Troche
    Writer:Ilene Chaiken

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  6. The L Word Season 2 Episode 4 - Lynch Pin
    7.4/10(271 votes)

    #6 - Lynch Pin

    S2:E4

    Bette travels to New York on a business trip. Tina is shocked and angry about her lawyer's true intentions. Jenny and Shane search for a new roommate, and Kit bonds with an inspirational speaker.

    Director:Lisa Cholodenko
    Writer:Ilene Chaiken

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  7. The L Word Season 3 Episode 3 - Lobsters
    7.4/10(205 votes)

    #7 - Lobsters

    S3:E3

    Shane opens her own styling business, and Bette loses her position as the sole provider for the family, forcing Tina to take up a job under Helena. Now back in L.A., Jenny introduces Moira to her surprised friends. Dana and Lara make plans to visit France while Alice still obsesses over Dana. Meanwhile, Kit is surprised by The Planet's new manager who wants to make some drastic changes to the place.

    Director:Bronwen Hughes
    Writer:Ilene Chaiken

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  8. The L Word Season 6 Episode 6 - Lactose Intolerant
    7.4/10(173 votes)

    #8 - Lactose Intolerant

    S6:E6

    Jenny throws a baby shower for Max; Bette and Tina hit a roadblock in the adoption process; Bette goes solo to her gallery’s opening night celebration leading Kelly to go in for the kill; Shane is feeling boxed in by Jenny; and Alice starts to feel like three is a crowd.

    Director:John Stockwell
    Writer:Elizabeth Ziff

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  9. The L Word Season 1 Episode 8 - L'Ennui
    7.5/10(282 votes)

    #9 - L'Ennui

    S1:E8

    Tina and Bette are stunned when their friends say their impending parenthood has made them boring. Jenny stays at Marina's when Tim throws her out but she is shocked to learn the truth about Marina's personal life. Dana rejects Lara as her sponsorship contract hangs on the line.

    Director:Rose Troche
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The L Word Season 1 Episode 9 - Listen Up
    7.5/10(277 votes)

    #10 - Listen Up

    S1:E9

    When Jenny's old roommate (guest star Sarah Strange) from college comes to stay, Jenny decides to use the opportunity to reveal the details about her affair with Marina. Bette and Tina join a group in preparation for becoming parents, and Dana faces a tough time when she must come out to her conservative parents.

    Director:Rose Troche
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The L Word Season 2 Episode 1 - Life, Loss, Leaving
    7.5/10(281 votes)

    #11 - Life, Loss, Leaving

    S2:E1

    As Bette desperately begs for Tina's forgiveness, Tina herself is hiding a shocking secret from Bette and all her friends. Alice and Dana continue to hide their romantic trysts from the others, and Jenny finds herself saying goodbye to Tim as he prepares to leave.

    Director:Daniel Minahan
    Writer:Ilene Chaiken

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  12. The L Word Season 2 Episode 2 - Lap Dance
    7.5/10(245 votes)

    #12 - Lap Dance

    S2:E2

    Acting on Alice's advice, Tina decides to hire a famous lawyer. Dana and Alice struggle to stay away from each other, Ivan gives Kit the cold shoulder, and Jenny decides to have a serious discussion with Robin regarding their relationship.

    Director:Lynne Stopkewich
    Writer:Ilene Chaiken

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  13. The L Word Season 2 Episode 6 - Lagrimas de Oro
    7.5/10(229 votes)

    #13 - Lagrimas de Oro

    S2:E6

    Alice pushes Dana to break up with Tonya, but Dana isn't prepared for when Tonya reveals her own secret. Tina considers her new attraction to Helena, Kit finally hooks up with Benjamin, and Jenny and Carmen continue to enjoy each other's company.

    Director:Jeremy Podeswa
    Writer:Guinevere Turner

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  14. The L Word Season 2 Episode 7 - Luminous
    7.5/10(242 votes)

    #14 - Luminous

    S2:E7

    Shane tries to dull her pain in the hopes that she can forget about Carmen and Jenny's blossoming relationship. Tina comes between Helena and her ex over the custody of their kids and offers a glimmer of hope to Bette. Dana and Alice call everyone to The Planet to announce their new relationship.

    Director:Ernest R. Dickerson
    Writer:Ilene Chaiken

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  15. The L Word Season 2 Episode 8 - Loyal
    7.5/10(234 votes)

    #15 - Loyal

    S2:E8

    When Alice runs into her ex, she is surprised to find out that she is now dating Dana's ex-girlfriend. Bette and Tina reach an agreement over their relationship, Jenny is worried that she may have lost a writing job, and Shane finds some comfort in a church.

    Director:Alison Maclean
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The L Word Season 3 Episode 7 - Lone Star
    7.5/10(200 votes)

    #16 - Lone Star

    S3:E7

    Tina takes a business trip to Canada and has a chance to explore her feelings for the opposite sex. Dana's treatment puts a strain on her and Lara's relationship. Meanwhile, Jenny helps Moira in her transformation to Max, Carmen and Shane dedicate parts of their bodies to each other, Alice reverts back in her obsession over Dana, and Kit takes control. In a special appearance the B-52's perform at The Planet.

    Director:Frank Pierson
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The L Word Season 1 Episode 3 - Let's Do It
    7.6/10(350 votes)

    #17 - Let's Do It

    S1:E3

    Tina tries to get over her concerns about the new sperm donor. Tim decides to throw a dinner party and invites Marina, making Jenny feel uncomfortable. Alice runs into her abusive ex-girlfriend. Dana has her eye on a chef, but is hesitant to make a move on her.

    Directors:Lynne Stopkewich, Rose Troche
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The L Word Season 1 Episode 4 - Longing
    7.6/10(330 votes)

    #18 - Longing

    S1:E4

    Bette engages in a battle with the chairman of the gallery board who wants to close down the gallery. Alice rekindles her relationship with an ex-girlfriend, despite the objections of her friends. Jenny tries to deny her feelings for Marina, and Dana finally gets a date with Lara.

    Director:Lynne Stopkewich
    Writer:Josh Senter

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  19. The L Word Season 1 Episode 7 - Losing It
    7.6/10(294 votes)

    #19 - Losing It

    S1:E7

    After arriving home, Tim starts to worry when he learns that Jenny has vanished. Bette travels to New York for an art opening and her relationship with Tina is put to the test. Back in Los Angeles, the sperm donor's girlfriend discovers a lonely Tina and starts to harass her.

    Directors:Rose Troche, Tony Goldwyn
    Writer:Ilene Chaiken

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  20. The L Word Season 1 Episode 12 - Looking Back
    7.6/10(275 votes)

    #20 - Looking Back

    S1:E12

    Tina, Jenny, Shane, Alice and Dana all share an eventful trip to Palm Springs. While on the road, they all share their "first love" stories. Back in Los Angeles, Bette hires Candace, an attractive carpenter, to handle the set-up of the "Provocations" exhibit opening at the gallery.

    Directors:Lynne Stopkewich, Rose Troche
    Writer:Ilene Chaiken

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  21. The L Word Season 2 Episode 11 - Loud & Proud
    7.6/10(220 votes)

    #21 - Loud & Proud

    S2:E11

    Dana is stunned when she learns a big secret about her brother, Howie, at Gay Pride 2005. Mark tries to make amends with Jenny and Shane, Kit and Bette learn that their father, Melvin, is refusing treatment for his illness, and a shocking memory about Jenny's childhood is revealed.

    Director:Rose Troche
    Writer:Elizabeth Hunter

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  22. The L Word Season 2 Episode 12 - L'Chaim
    7.6/10(241 votes)

    #22 - L'Chaim

    S2:E12

    Bette reaches out to Tina as she decides to take her father home for his final days. Jenny struggles after recalling a difficult memory from her childhood, and Alice becomes jealous when Dana agrees to have dinner with her ex-girlfriend, Lara.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Ilene Chaiken

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  23. The L Word Season 4 Episode 2 - Livin' La Vida Loca
    7.6/10(214 votes)

    #23 - Livin' La Vida Loca

    S4:E2

    Alice meets Papi, a girl who lights up on The Chart even more than Shane. Jenny is interviewed by a gay writer. Bette's new boss has some surprising news for her. After Helena's departure, a new guy takes the reins at the studio as Tina's new boss. Meanwhile, Max goes out on a date with a straight girl.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. The L Word Season 4 Episode 10 - Little Boy Blue
    7.6/10(223 votes)

    #24 - Little Boy Blue

    S4:E10

    The girls spend a day at the horse tracks where Catherine and Helena risk it all. Max takes Grace home to meet his estranged family. Bette hosts a dinner party but her obsession over every detail gets on Jodi's nerves. Meanwhile, Jenny and Tina agree on a director, Kate Arden, who quickly becomes interested in Tina.

    Director:Karyn Kusama
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. The L Word Season 5 Episode 3 - Lady of the Lake
    7.6/10(205 votes)

    #25 - Lady of the Lake

    S5:E3

    Jodi brings Bette to meet and hang out with her friends but Bette has a hard time letting go of control. Shane decides to give up on sex and instead pours her energy in exercising. Tasha faces new allegations. Meanwhile, Helena finally gets comfortable in prison but things are about to change when her mother turns up.

    Director:Tricia Brock
    Writer:Ilene Chaiken

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Last Word" is the worst rated episode of "The L Word". It scored 6/10 based on 319 votes. Directed by Ilene Chaiken and written by Ilene Chaiken, it aired on 3/8/2009. This episode scored 1.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Light My Fire".