The Best Episodes of True Blood

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8.8/10(2188 votes)
#1 - Timebomb
S2:E88/9/2009
Sookie's captivity takes an unexpected turn; Sam makes a gruesome discovery at Merlotte's; Tara and Eggs eat a mysterious meal prepared by Maryann; Jason pays off his debt to Eric.
Director:John Dahl
Writer:Alexander Woo
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Director:John Dahl
Writer:Alexander Woo
8.7/10(2268 votes)
#2 - I Will Rise Up
S2:E98/16/2009
A wounded Eric plays Sookie for a sucker, to Bill’s dismay, and ends up getting inside her head. Later, Sookie and Jason bond over their recent adventures. Blaming Eggs for Tara’s bruises and bizarre behavior, Lafayette and Lettie Mae try to figure out a way to pry their kin from Maryann’s clutches. Hoyt defends his relationship with Jessica to Maxine, to no avail. Jailed by Bud along with a group of Bon Temps revelers, Sam looks for a way to escape and avoid capture by an increasingly obsessed Maryann. In Dallas, Eric and the vampires defend their recent actions to Nan Flanagan and are shocked when Godric decides to take the fall for their PR disaster.
Director:Scott Winant
Writer:Nancy Oliver
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Director:Scott Winant
Writer:Nancy Oliver
8.6/10(1771 votes)
#3 - Everything Is Broken
S3:E98/15/2010
The Vampire Rights Amendment is close to being ratified so Nan confronts Eric at Fangtasia about the whereabouts of the Magister. Russell vows revenge against all his vampire and human adversaries. Bill discovers the truth about Sookie's true identity. Unexpected help arrives as Jason goes up against Felton and Calvin. Arlene is overcome by a sense of futility about her future while Tara meets up with a new ally and with someone who caused her pain in the past. Sookie meets a new family member. Hoyt addresses his real feelings head on.
Director:Scott Winant
Writer:Alexander Woo
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Director:Scott Winant
Writer:Alexander Woo
8.5/10(2308 votes)
#4 - You'll Be the Death of Me
S1:E1211/23/2008
Sookie finds a link to the string of killings in Bon Temps; Tara wants to make the most of her second chance; Jason finds a new calling; Bill tempts fate; Sam is upset by an encounter with an old acquaintance.
Director:Alan Ball
Writer:Raelle Tucker
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Director:Alan Ball
Writer:Raelle Tucker
8.5/10(1911 votes)
#5 - New World in My View
S2:E108/23/2009
Sookie, Bill and Jason return to a Bon Temps turned upside down by Maryann. Lured to Merlotte’s by Arlene, Sam and Andy find cold comfort in their refuge from a group of bloodthirsty revelers. Bill discovers that traditional vampire techniques don’t work on Maryann; Hoyt and Jessica try to keep a lid on Maxine’s madness; and Sookie tries to push through the darkness consuming Tara. With all hell breaking loose, Jason takes the bull by the horns to rescue Sam, at least for the moment.
Director:Adam Davidson
Writers:Elisabeth R. Finch, Kate Barnow
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Director:Adam Davidson
Writers:Elisabeth R. Finch, Kate Barnow
8.4/10(1909 votes)
#6 - Release Me
S2:E78/2/2009
Drunken Andy helps Sam escape from Maryann's clasp. Sookie uncovers the traitor. Sam confront Daphne to discover Maryann is a Maenad. Jason gets caught fleeing the L.O.D. church by Sarah. Eric overhears Barry's message to Bill and goes to Sookie's aid.
Director:Michael Ruscio
Writer:Raelle Tucker
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Director:Michael Ruscio
Writer:Raelle Tucker

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8.4/10(1786 votes)
#7 - Save Yourself
S5:E128/26/2012
Eric tries to save Bill from losing his humanity.
Director:Michael Lehmann
Writer:Alan Ball
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Director:Michael Lehmann
Writer:Alan Ball
8.4/10(1776 votes)
#8 - And When I Die
S4:E129/11/2011
The souls of the dead rise up in Bon Temps. Sookie makes some important associations. Jesus and Lafayette's connection is imperiled. Sam and Luna imagine a happy and perfect future. Sookie and Tara are confronted by Debbie.
Director:Scott Winant
Writer:Raelle Tucker
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Director:Scott Winant
Writer:Raelle Tucker
8.3/10(2169 votes)
#9 - I Don't Wanna Know
S1:E1011/9/2008
Sam shares a secret with Sookie; Lettie Mae and Tara celebrate; Jason and Amy debate what to do with Eddie; Bill faces a harsh penalty.
Director:Scott Winant
Writer:Chris Offutt
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Director:Scott Winant
Writer:Chris Offutt
8.3/10(1570 votes)
#10 - Cold Grey Light of Dawn
S4:E78/7/2011
With Marnie empowered by spirits of the dead, Bill issues an unpopular order to save vampires from the light. Eric embraces his amnesia; Luna discovers Sam’s not the man she thought he was; Lafayette expands his consciousness; Pam gets a body peel; Andy’s date with Holly doesn’t go as planned; Jessica has doubts about her future with Hoyt; Alcide and Debbie join a new pack.
Director:Michael Ruscio
Writer:Alexander Woo
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Director:Michael Ruscio
Writer:Alexander Woo
8.2/10(2418 votes)
#11 - Sparks Fly Out
S1:E510/5/2008
Bill wins over Adele's church group with his vivid recollections from the Civil War; Sam reveals his feelings to Sookie; Jason gives vampire blood another shot with the help of Lafayette, and hurts Tara in the process.
Director:Daniel Minahan
Writer:Alexander Woo
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Director:Daniel Minahan
Writer:Alexander Woo
8.2/10(1955 votes)
#12 - Scratches
S2:E36/28/2009
Bill and Eric team up to save Sookie from a mysterious creature. Jason has second thoughts about the Light of Day retreat anti-vampire agenda, but Sarah and Steve counter his doubts with flattery and promises. Sam leaves town after alienating everyone. Jessica heads over to Merlotte's, where a smitten Hoyt falls for her. Tara is attracted to Eggs but is rudely interrupted by a fog.
Director:Scott Winant
Writer:Raelle Tucker
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Director:Scott Winant
Writer:Raelle Tucker
8.2/10(1905 votes)
#13 - Shake and Fingerpop
S2:E47/12/2009
Bill and Sookie travel to Dallas to carry out Eric's mission; Jason falls victim to a practical joke; Maryann throws a birthday party for Tara.
Director:Michael Lehmann
Writer:Alan Ball
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Director:Michael Lehmann
Writer:Alan Ball
8.2/10(1879 votes)
#14 - Hard-Hearted Hannah
S2:E67/26/2009
Sookie embarks on a dangerous mission to locate Godric. Bill is shocked when a vampire from his past resurfaces in Dallas and keeps him hostage. Jason makes some difficult decisions. Andy interrogates Lafayette about his disappearance, Terry intervenes.
Director:Michael Lehmann
Writer:Brian Buckner
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Director:Michael Lehmann
Writer:Brian Buckner
8.2/10(1698 votes)
#15 - Night on the Sun
S3:E88/8/2010
While Sookie must rethink her relationship with Bill, he reconciles with Jessica. As Russell decides what he's going to do next, Sophie-Anne relocates her residence. Jason offers a challenge to save Crystal while Ruby Jean pays Lafayette a surprise visit. A new waitress starts at Merlotte. Eric's allegiance to Russell is proven. Alcide's family emergency puts Sookie in a vulnerable position.
Director:Lesli Linka Glatter
Writer:Raelle Tucker
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Director:Lesli Linka Glatter
Writer:Raelle Tucker
8.2/10(1693 votes)
#16 - You Smell Like Dinner
S4:E27/3/2011
Sookie adjusts to Bon Temps' new realities; Bill reveals pieces of his past; Eric crashes a witches' meeting; Jason gets his wounds licked; Andy struggles with his addiction; Sam learns of Luna's special talents; Jessica satisfies her blood cravings; and Arlene witnesses strange behavior from her family.
Director:Scott Winant
Writer:Brian Buckner
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Director:Scott Winant
Writer:Brian Buckner
8.2/10(1543 votes)
#17 - Soul of Fire
S4:E119/4/2011
It's up to Sookie and her powers to keep Bill, Eric and Pam from harm. While Jesus casts a spell, Lafayette is totally absorbed by the past. Sams gets even with Marcus and Alcide deals with Debbie head on. Andy's foray into the forest is filled with deep, overwhelming emotion.
Director:Michael Lehmann
Writer:Mark Hudis
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Director:Michael Lehmann
Writer:Mark Hudis
8.1/10(2198 votes)
#18 - Nothing But the Blood
S2:E16/14/2009
A shocking murder outside Merlotte's has Bon Temps reeling. Meanwhile, Sookie's relationship with Bill is tested when she learns about Jessica, and of his involvement in her uncle's death. Sam recalls a shape-shifting encounter he had with Maryann as a 17-year-old. Jason gets a sudden windfall that allows him to pay for a leadership retreat with the Fellowship of the Sun. Two adversaries find themselves sharing a mysterious dungeon and, possibly, the same fate.
Director:Daniel Minahan
Writer:Alexander Woo
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Director:Daniel Minahan
Writer:Alexander Woo
8.1/10(2178 votes)
#19 - Plaisir D'Amour
S1:E911/2/2008
Bill must pay a steep price for protecting Sookie; Jason and Amy break a taboo; Tara consults with Miss Jeanette about exorcising her inner demon; Bill enlists an unlikely bodyguard.
Director:Anthony Hemingway
Writer:Brian Buckner
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Director:Anthony Hemingway
Writer:Brian Buckner
8.1/10(2128 votes)
#20 - Turn! Turn! Turn!
S5:E16/10/2012
Sookie and Lafayette clean up the mess. Bill and Eric have a visit from the Vampire authority. Sam and Alcide come to terms with an angry pack.
Director:Daniel Minahan
Writers:Brian Buckner, Alan Ball
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Director:Daniel Minahan
Writers:Brian Buckner, Alan Ball
8.1/10(2094 votes)
#21 - To Love Is to Bury
S1:E1111/16/2008
Sookie and Sam investigate her most recent vision; Jason helps clean up Amy's mess; Tara becomes angry with Lettie Mae; Lafayette visits a senator.
Director:Nancy Oliver
Writer:Nancy Oliver
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Director:Nancy Oliver
Writer:Nancy Oliver
8.1/10(2037 votes)
#22 - Bad Blood
S3:E16/13/2010
Sookie turns to Eric for help finding Bill; Andy urges Jason to stay the course; Sam reconnects with his past; Tara seeks refuge from her grief.
Director:Daniel Minahan
Writer:Brian Buckner
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Director:Daniel Minahan
Writer:Brian Buckner
8.1/10(1979 votes)
#23 - Beyond Here Lies Nothin'
S2:E129/13/2009
Bon Temps reaches a fever pitch as Maryann prepares for her ultimate bestial sacrifice, conscripting Sookie to be Maid of Honor at the bloody nuptials. Meanwhile, Sophie-Anne warns Eric to keep the lid on Bill's inquisitiveness; Jason leads Andy into the heroic abyss; and Hoyt struggles with Maxine's endless stream of insults. Deliberating on what may be his final move to save Sookie and the town, Sam places his trust, and his life, in a most unlikely ally
Director:Michael Cuesta
Writer:Alexander Woo
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Director:Michael Cuesta
Writer:Alexander Woo
8.1/10(1977 votes)
#24 - Keep This Party Going
S2:E26/21/2009
Sookie is forced to babysit Jessica and the romantic inconveniences the teen vampire's presence creates. At the Light of Day leadership conference, Jason makes an impression on its ambitious leaders, Steve and Sarah Newlin. While one of his fellow campers, Amanda Jane with her band, the God Rockets, livens the spirits at camp with their hit single, Jesus Asked Me Out Today. Maryann casts her spell on Merlotte's patrons.
Director:Michael Lehmann
Writer:Brian Buckner
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Director:Michael Lehmann
Writer:Brian Buckner
8.1/10(1721 votes)
#25 - Evil Is Going On
S3:E129/12/2010
Eric plots his revenge against Russell; Sookie considers a new life without Bill; Tara discovers some surprising news about Sam; Jason finds a new calling; Lafayette turns to Jesus for help; Hoyt hopes for a future with Jessica.
Director:Anthony Hemingway
Writer:Alan Ball
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Director:Anthony Hemingway
Writer:Alan Ball