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The Best Episodes of The Odd Couple

Every episode of The Odd Couple ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Odd Couple!

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Oscar's life seems almost perfect...sure he's divorced and his apartment is a mess, but he's the host of a well-known sports show, and is enjoying his bachelor lifestyle in New York City. That is until

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    The Odd Couple Season 1 Episode 12 - The Audit Couple
    7.6/10(247 votes)

    #1 - The Audit Couple

    S1:E12

    When the IRS decides to audit Oscar and his ex-wife, Gaby, Felix offers to mediate between the contentious exes and suddenly realizes that he might be the reason Oscar was audited in the first place.

    Director:Andy Cadiff
    Writer:Dan O'Shannon

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  2. The Odd Couple Season 3 Episode 4 - Taffy Days
    7.6/10(200 votes)

    #2 - Taffy Days

    S3:E4

    Oscar reconnects with many significant people from his father's life when he agrees to carry out Walter's last request to spread his ashes behind the candy factory he once owned.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writers:Stephanie Furman Darrow, Ryan Raddatz, Donick Cary

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  3. The Odd Couple Season 1 Episode 5 - The Wedding Deception
    7.4/10(293 votes)

    #3 - The Wedding Deception

    S1:E5

    When Oscar and Felix attend the wedding of an old college friend, Oscar aims to reconnect with an old flame while Felix is determined to show his ex-wife that he’s a changed man.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Joe Keenan

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  4. The Odd Couple Season 3 Episode 1 - London Calling
    7.4/10(159 votes)

    #4 - London Calling

    S3:E1

    Oscar is forced to choose between his romantic plans with Charlotte and helping to save Felix’s relationship as Emily decides to extend her stay in London and Felix starts to fall apart.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Odd Couple Season 2 Episode 3 - From Here to Maturity
    7.3/10(197 votes)

    #5 - From Here to Maturity

    S2:E3

    Oscar faces a personal dilemma when he dates a young nanny, Allyson, who works for his neighbor, Charlotte. Also, Emily forces Felix to participate in an activity she's interested in, for a change.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Odd Couple Season 2 Episode 10 - Odd Man Out
    7.3/10(158 votes)

    #6 - Odd Man Out

    S2:E10

    Felix forces Oscar and Emily to go on a date to get to know each other better in the hope that they’ll become friends. Also, Teddy agrees to help Dani with her first contract negotiation.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Odd Couple Season 3 Episode 7 - The Odd Couples
    7.3/10(147 votes)

    #7 - The Odd Couples

    S3:E7

    Things get out of hand when Felix begins to meddle in his friends' personal lives and hires a counselor to help resolve their issues. Among the problems: Teddy's wife Diane believes that he is cheating on her with Dani after he stays out all night and Dani's moving in with Emily has created friction over the way the apartment is decorated.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Odd Couple Season 2 Episode 2 - Unger the Influence
    7.2/10(190 votes)

    #8 - Unger the Influence

    S2:E2

    With the help of Murph, Oscar decides to throw a big party when Felix finally agrees to spend the weekend away. Also, Felix and Emily have their first sleepover.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Odd Couple Season 2 Episode 12 - All The Residents' Men
    7.2/10(153 votes)

    #9 - All The Residents' Men

    S2:E12

    Oscar and Felix run a heated campaign for president of their building’s tenants’ association, but Oscar doesn’t fully realize everything the position entails.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Odd Couple Season 3 Episode 6 - Eisen Trouble
    7.2/10(135 votes)

    #10 - Eisen Trouble

    S3:E6

    After his arch enemy Rich Eisen receives a humanitarian award, Oscar is forced to give a speech and wants to roast him. Meanwhile, Felix tries to fast-forward through the five stages of grief following his breakup with Emily.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Odd Couple Season 3 Episode 10 - Should She Stay or Should She Go?
    7.2/10(134 votes)

    #11 - Should She Stay or Should She Go?

    S3:E10

    Felix takes the first step in moving on from Emily by picking up a bartender named Natasha (Busy Philipps) and bringing her home for the night. It later backfires when Felix doesn't know how to have a one-night stand; Natasha starts to get attached and won't leave. Meanwhile, Oscar takes his relationship with Charlotte to the next level by asking her to leave her toothbrush at his apartment, after which they get into a conversation about their relationship and say "I love you" to each other.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Odd Couple Season 1 Episode 6 - Heal Thyself
    7.1/10(261 votes)

    #12 - Heal Thyself

    S1:E6

    Felix’s hypochondria kicks into overdrive when Oscar starts dating the most important person in Felix’s life – his doctor.

    Director:Mark Cendrowski
    Writer:Bob Daily

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  13. The Odd Couple Season 2 Episode 1 - All About Eavesdropping
    7.1/10(208 votes)

    #13 - All About Eavesdropping

    S2:E1

    After Oscar and Felix become obsessed with eavesdropping on their bickering neighbors, they try to subtly intervene and help them save their marriage. Meanwhile, Emily and Dani's friendship is tested when they train together to race to the top of the Empire State Building.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Odd Couple Season 2 Episode 5 - Oscar's Overture
    7.1/10(175 votes)

    #14 - Oscar's Overture

    S2:E5

    Oscar attempts to impress Charlotte by purchasing a table for a fundraiser to benefit The New York Philharmonic. At the event, Felix reminds Oscar about the importance of being honest and Teddy introduces his wife, Diane, to Dani for the first time.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Odd Couple Season 2 Episode 8 - The Dinner Engagement
    7.1/10(170 votes)

    #15 - The Dinner Engagement

    S2:E8

    Felix attempts to reverse Emily's birthday curse and plans a nice dinner to celebrate with friends. Also, Oscar and Charlotte face another obstacle in their relationship when Oscar meets Charlotte's son, Evan (Caleb Brown).

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The Odd Couple Season 2 Episode 13 - The Ex-Factor
    7.1/10(154 votes)

    #16 - The Ex-Factor

    S2:E13

    After Murph persuades Oscar to try online dating, Oscar finds himself on a blind date with Felix’s ex-wife, Ashley.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Odd Couple Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.0/10(527 votes)

    #17 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    After their marriages fail, Oscar and his former college roommate, Felix, decide to live together.

    Director:Mark Cendrowski
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Odd Couple Season 1 Episode 3 - The Birthday Party
    7.0/10(330 votes)

    #18 - The Birthday Party

    S1:E3

    When Oscar realizes he forgot Felix's birthday, he plans an impromptu surprise party.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Dan O'Shannon

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  19. The Odd Couple Season 1 Episode 9 - Sleeping Dogs Lie
    7.0/10(223 votes)

    #19 - Sleeping Dogs Lie

    S1:E9

    When Oscar and Felix make a trip to Ashley's to retrieve Felix's special pillow, a secret that he has kept from Oscar is revealed.

    Director:Mark Cendrowski
    Writer:Emily Cutler

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  20. The Odd Couple Season 2 Episode 6 - An Oscar Named Desire
    7.0/10(172 votes)

    #20 - An Oscar Named Desire

    S2:E6

    Oscar and Charlotte hit a speed bump when they hesitate to take their relationship to the next level. Also, Felix attempts to overcome his fear of dogs with Teddy's help when Emily regains custody of Biscuit.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. The Odd Couple Season 2 Episode 7 - Make Room For Dani
    7.0/10(175 votes)

    #21 - Make Room For Dani

    S2:E7

    Oscar reluctantly agrees with his agent that it’s time to shake things up on his radio show and allows Dani to have a bigger role after a rival host, Rich Eisen, taunts him. Also, Felix is eager to meet Emily’s mother, Judy (Joanna Cassidy), but things don’t go as well as he hoped.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. The Odd Couple Season 2 Episode 11 - Road Scholar
    7.0/10(157 votes)

    #22 - Road Scholar

    S2:E11

    In an attempt to surprise Emily, Felix gets his learner’s permit and enlists his friends to help him learn how to drive. Also, Oscar is annoyed that Felix doesn’t ask him for help,

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. The Odd Couple Season 3 Episode 8 - Felix Navidad
    7.0/10(139 votes)

    #23 - Felix Navidad

    S3:E8

    Felix goes into a frenzy when the responsibility of hosting the Unger family Christmas falls onto his plate after his perfectionist mother bows out. Meanwhile, Oscar tries to convince his roomie's mom to give her son a break.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. The Odd Couple Season 3 Episode 9 - My Best Friend's Girl
    7.0/10(132 votes)

    #24 - My Best Friend's Girl

    S3:E9

    Oscar arranges for Felix to replace him on any cultural outing that Charlotte has planned; and Emily recruits Dani, Teddy and Murph for help making 100 necklaces for an event.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. The Odd Couple Season 3 Episode 11 - Batman vs. the Penguin
    7.0/10(128 votes)

    #25 - Batman vs. the Penguin

    S3:E11

    Murph is hosting a new TV sports segment wherein Oscar is pitted against a penguin to pick the winners of hockey games. Oscar soon becomes the butt of jokes when the penguin's random picks (made by walking under one team logo or another) turn out to be more reliable than his. Elsewhere, Emily asks Felix to shoot photos of her for a jewelry website, but Felix misinterprets her verbal cues and thinks she wants to get back together with him.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"The Audit Couple" is the best rated episode of "The Odd Couple". It scored 7.6/10 based on 247 votes. Directed by Andy Cadiff and written by Dan O'Shannon, it aired on 5/14/2015. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Taffy Days".