The Best Episodes Written By Alex Taub

Every TV Episode Written by Alex Taub Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

  1. Background image for Achy Breaky Hearts
    10.0/10(2 votes)

    #1 - Achy Breaky Hearts

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    S2:E8

    Both Zoe and Lemon are having a difficult time accepting Lavon and Ruby’s new relationship, so they decide to find out Ruby’s true intentions. Wade agrees to supervise a Little Ranger’s camping trip to avoid a potentially awkward conversation with George. However, when George unexpectedly shows up on the trip, Wade has nowhere to hide, and their talk makes him see his relationship in a different light. Meanwhile, Brick wants to take the next step in his relationship with Emily, but is shocked about who is not on board with the plan.

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    Director:Janice Cooke
    Writer:Alex Taub
  2. Background image for Dad Gets Canned
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #2 - Dad Gets Canned

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    S1:E2

    Louie Anderson tells the story of a typical Christmas season when growing up in Cedar Knolls, Wisconsin during his childhood. Young Louie and his family go through the usual routine every family goes through during the season--with some hilarious results! Everything from buying a Christmas tree for the steep (at that time) price of $35, to putting up Christmas decorations for a lonely neighbor (who turns out to be Jewish), to actually opening presents on Christmas Day.

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    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #3 - Raindrops Keep Falling on My Bed

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    S1:E3

    The potluck dinner the Anderson family throws for the new neighbors, the Jensens, is anything but welcoming.

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    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #4 - Lake Winnibigoshish

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    S1:E4

    The Andersons go on vacation to Lake Winnibigoshish, WI.

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    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #5 - A Fish Called Pepper

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    S1:E5

    Louie gets a fish named Pepper, because his family is too poor to get a dog.

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    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #6 - Behind Every Good Coach

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    S1:E6

    Louie makes a deal with his Dad to get out of his much-hated gym class if he agrees to play little league baseball. Much to Louie's dismay and bad luck, his baseball coach ends up being his tyranical gym teacher. After the coach is hit in the head by Louie's bat during a game Louie's dad Andy steps in as the coach and whips the team into shape in true military fashion--literally. While Andy is teaching the team battle strategies, Louie's mom teaches them actually baseball tips and tricks on the side. Of course in the end, Louie's team ends up in the big championship game and the team's newfound skills are put to the test.

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    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #7 - Alive! Miracle in Cedar Knoll, Wisconsin

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    S1:E7

    When Ora and Andy leave to go and visit Ora's sick mother, Louie and Tommy are left home alone to fend for themselves during a blizzard.

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  8. Background image for Pains, Grains, and Allergy Shots
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #8 - Pains, Grains, and Allergy Shots

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    S1:E8

    When Louie's head swells up to gigantic red proportions, he knows there is something wrong, but does not want to face the awful possibility that he has allergies and must, therefore, get an allergy shot!

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    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #9 - The Fourth Thursday in November

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    S1:E9

    Louie, upset with being cast as the Turkey every year, single-handedly ruins the annual Cedar Knolls Elementary Thanksgiving Pageant. The principal decides that as punishment Louie needs to give a presentation on the meaning of Thanksgiving the Monday after the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Louie tries to figure out the meaning of the holiday while his house is flooded with guests for Thanksgiving dinner, each of whom have their own unique interpretation of the holiday.

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    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #10 - Tracks of My Deers

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    S1:E10

    Louie is going to woods with father and his friends to catch deers.But one deer follows Louie and Louie makes a new friend,deer.When they go home late at night,deer follows them.Next day,they find out that deer is in their house.It is hrad for Andy,but he decides to keep deer.But,after deer finds out that he can't sleep anywhere he goes away...

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    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #11 - When Cedar Knoll Freezes Over

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    S1:E11

    The winter carnival begins in Cedar Knoll and The Anderson family loses every competition they enter. Meanwhile, Louie develops a crush on Jeannie's sister and tries to learn how to skate to get close to her.

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    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #12 - Born a Rambler Man

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    S1:E13

    Dad loves his car like it's another member of the family, so when it stops running, Dad feels as though a family member is very, very sick.

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    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #13 - If It Makes You Happy

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    S2:E3

    When Zoe reads about her fellow classmates’ accomplishments in her Alumni magazine, she is upset that they list her as “retired” and invites the reporter to BlueBell for an interview. However, Zoe has a hard time convincing the reporter that she actually has a thriving medical practice in BlueBell – that is, until she comes across a rare and potentially serious disease. Trying to be considerate of Lemon’s feelings, George informs her that he is going out on a date, making her feel that she too needs to find a date. Meanwhile, Lemon and Lavon both find themselves in competition with their nemesis Ruby.

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    Director:Elodie Keene
    Writer:Alex Taub
  14. Background image for Lovesick Blues
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #14 - Lovesick Blues

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    S2:E13

    When Zoe is alerted by the Health Department about a flu epidemic heading towards BlueBell, she is forced to put the town on lockdown. Because of the quarantine, Wade is forced to stay at his ex-girlfriends house causing Zoe to become jealous. Lemon’s plan for the perfect night with Walt goes awry when she begins to feel under the weather. Meanwhile, George finds himself roped into directing Lavon’s tourism commercial about BlueBell’s small-town charm, but it seems Lavon, is more preoccupied with his co-star than his commercial.

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    Writer:Alex Taub
  15. Background image for If Tomorrow Never Comes
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #15 - If Tomorrow Never Comes

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    S2:E20

    After Zoe tricks Jonah into spilling a secret about Brick, she unintentionally makes things worse for Brick in his love life. Following Brick’s advice, Zoe decides she must finally express her feelings, but timing never seems to be her strong suit. Wade and Lemon must learn to work together, but things go awry when they each try to prove that they know what is best for the new Rammer Jammer. Knowing what Wade and Lemon are up to, Lavon and AnnaBeth agree to not get involved, but that might be easier said than done. Meanwhile, Tansy’s brothers surprise her with an unexpected visit, leaving George to look after them and put up with their wild antics.

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    Director:James Hayman
    Writer:Alex Taub
  16. Background image for Take This Job and Shove It
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #16 - Take This Job and Shove It

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    S3:E3

    Zoe secretly starts to see patients again in BlueBell; Lavon tries to bring a minor league baseball team to town; George needs Zoe's help with a medical situation.

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    Director:Jim Hayman
    Writer:Alex Taub
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    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #17 - Something to Talk About

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    S3:E9

    When Zoe learns that Wade is interested in dating someone close to her, she tries everything she can do to put a stop to it. Lavon enlists George to help save BlueBell from merging with another town. To help keep the town in the dark about the planned merger, Zoe uses Joel and AnnaBeth to create a scandalous distraction to throw people off the trail. Meanwhile, Brick starts dating again, but finds himself in a tough predicament when someone from his past resurfaces.

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    Writer:Alex Taub
  18. Background image for Ring of Fire
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #18 - Ring of Fire

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    S3:E15

    Joel hires unreliable workers to assist with the renovations; Lavon tries to keep busy by organizing a renaissance fair; Wade is excited about an upcoming anniversary.

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    Director:Kevin Mock
    Writer:Alex Taub
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    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #19 - Stuck

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    S3:E21

    When Wade's dad asks Zoe for help with his love life, she is happy to get involved, until Wade advises her that no good can come from it. Lavon recruits George to help persuade the city comptroller to change BlueBell's billing on an exit sign, but finds himself in competition against his rival, Mayor Gainey. Meanwhile, Lemon continues to try to raise Fancie's profile, but all her plans seem to go up in flames.

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    Writer:Alex Taub
  20. Background image for The Whisper Box
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #20 - The Whisper Box

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    S1:E13

    When Nancy finds herself stuck in an alternate reality the Drew Crew desperately searches for a way to bring her back.

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    Director:Larry Teng
    Writer:Alex Taub
  21. Background image for Grayson's Anatomy
    8.5/10(2 votes)

    #21 - Grayson's Anatomy

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    S1:E13

    Everyone at the firm is up in arms when they anticipate Parker is going to make an announcement of the newest partner. Jane finally makes the decision to move on with her life and forget about Grayson when she learns he has been dreaming about her. Jane also gets an unexpected visit from a man from her past whose sudden appearance throws her for a loop.

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    Writer:Alex Taub
  22. Background image for The Mystery of Blackwood Lodge
    8.5/10(4 votes)

    #22 - The Mystery of Blackwood Lodge

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    S1:E6

    While trying to uncover the truth about a long-buried history between Lucy Sable and Ryan Hudson, Nancy finds herself in the curious position of having to strike a deal with Horseshoe Bay’s newest and most suspect widower.

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    Director:Amanda Row
    Writer:Alex Taub
  23. Background image for Dancing in September
    8.3/10(7 votes)

    #23 - Dancing in September

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    S2:E2

    A doctor is found dead in the pool of a wellness clinic. Riggs suspects a drug angle and asks Agent Palmer for help.

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    Director:Rob Bailey
    Writer:Alex Taub
  24. Background image for Nest Egg
    8.3/10(3 votes)

    #24 - Nest Egg

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    S3:E10

    To his surprise, Gary runs into his mother in the middle of Chicago. Later he shadows her and sees her drinking champagne with a strange man. Gary first suspects an affair, but learns that the stranger has tricked her into investing in a fictive company.

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    Director:Gary Nelson
    Writer:Alex Taub
  25. Background image for Back from the Dead
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #25 - Back from the Dead

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    S2:E2

    Jane attempts to put her relationship issues aside when she has to focus on a custody case involving a man who suffered from amnesia for nine years. Kim and Parker represent a female writer who is suing to retain control of the fictitious male persona she created under her pen name, Jonathan Martin. Fred inadvertently ends up as Kim’s new assistant while Grayson organizes a gathering in memory of Deb’s birthday.

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    Writer:Alex Taub

Alex Taub Ratings Summary

"Achy Breaky Hearts" is the best rated episode written by Alex Taub. It scored 10/10 based on 2 votes. It was directed by Janice Cooke. It aired on 11/27/2012 and is rated 0.0 points higher than their second-best episode, "Dad Gets Canned".