The Worst Episodes of The L Word
Every episode of The L Word ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of The L Word!
A group of lesbian friends struggle with romance and careers in Los Angeles.
Lowest Rated Episodes Summary
The worst episode of "The L Word" is "Last Word", rated 6.1/10 from 305 user votes. It was directed by Ilene Chaiken and written by Ilene Chaiken. "Last Word" aired on 3/8/2009 and is rated 1.1 point(s) lower than the second lowest rated, "Light My Fire".
6.1/10 305 votes#1 - Last Word
Season 6 Episode 8 - Aired 3/8/2009
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
7.2/10 209 votes#2 - Light My Fire
Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 1/29/2006
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
7.2/10 180 votes#3 - Leaving Los Angeles
Season 6 Episode 4 - Aired 2/8/2009
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
7.3/10 196 votes#4 - Lobsters
Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 1/22/2006
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
7.4/10 294 votes#5 - Lawfully
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 2/15/2004
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
7.4/10 5 votes#6 - Limb from Limb
Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 4/11/2004
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
7.4/10 234 votes#7 - Luminous
Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 4/3/2005
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
7.4/10 225 votes#8 - Loyal
Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 4/10/2005
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: N/A
7.4/10 212 votes#9 - Long Nights Journey Into Day
Season 6 Episode 1 - Aired 1/18/2009
Shane tries to deal with her betrayal to Jenny as they both attempt to figure out their feelings for one another. Shane awkwardly tries to apologize to Jenny, who responds by threatening to evict Shane from her house. Meanwhile, Bette and Tina get worried when Angelica comes down with a fever which gradually gets worse. Alice and Tasha cannot decide whether to break up or stay together since their different views on life strain their romance to the breaking point. Elsewhere, Helena and Kit celebrate after taking over SheBar nightclub and formally rename the place, 'HIT!'
Director: Ilene Chaiken
Writer: Ilene Chaiken
7.4/10 168 votes#10 - Lactose Intolerant
Season 6 Episode 6 - Aired 2/22/2009
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
7.5/10 329 votes#11 - Let's Do It
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 1/25/2004
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.
Director: Rose Troche, Lynne Stopkewich
Writer: N/A
7.5/10 264 votes#12 - L'Ennui
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 2/29/2004
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: N/A
7.5/10 265 votes#13 - Listen Up
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 3/7/2004
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: N/A
7.5/10 268 votes#14 - Life, Loss, Leaving
Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 2/20/2005
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
7.5/10 235 votes#15 - Lap Dance
Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 2/27/2005
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
7.5/10 259 votes#16 - Lynch Pin
Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 3/13/2005
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
7.5/10 221 votes#17 - Lagrimas de Oro
Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 3/27/2005
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
7.5/10 210 votes#18 - Loud & Proud
Season 2 Episode 11 - Aired 5/1/2005
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
7.5/10 190 votes#19 - Lone Star
Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 2/19/2006
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: N/A
7.5/10 200 votes#20 - Lady of the Lake
Season 5 Episode 3 - Aired 1/20/2008
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
7.5/10 177 votes#21 - Least Likely
Season 6 Episode 2 - Aired 1/25/2009
Bette and Tina talk about expanding their family and beginning a new life but the plan could be ruined when Bette bumps into an old friend with dangerous potential; Alice and Tasha ponder their compatibility as they seek counseling; an old flame appears, sending Helena reeling; and Max is faced with an extraordinary situation.
Director: Rose Troche
Writer: Rose Troche
7.5/10 181 votes#22 - Litmus Test
Season 6 Episode 5 - Aired 2/15/2009
Jenny writes another script that sells; Bette and Kelly go into business; Alice and Tasha have a third-wheel crush; the girls plot a sting operation to test Dylan; and, Jenny encroaches more on Shane.
Director: Angela Robinson
Writer: Angela Robinson
7.6/10 312 votes#23 - Longing
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 2/1/2004
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
7.6/10 280 votes#24 - Losing It
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 2/22/2004
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.
Director: Rose Troche, Tony Goldwyn
Writer: Ilene Chaiken
7.6/10 263 votes#25 - Looking Back
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 3/28/2004
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.
Director: Rose Troche, Lynne Stopkewich
Writer: Ilene Chaiken