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Every TV Episode Written by Bob Dearden Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 3 Episode 10 - December 19
    9.1/10(54 votes)

    S3:E10

    Old wounds begin to heal at a country club holiday party, but a brutal assault by Kreese's students leads to new betrayals and alliances.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Bob Dearden

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  2. undefined Season 4 Episode 10 - The Rise
    9.1/10(40 votes)

    S4:E10

    The tournament comes to a shocking end, with the aftermath leaving its participants reeling – and two champions facing uncertain futures.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Bob Dearden

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  3. undefined Season 5 Episode 10 - Head of the Snake
    9.1/10(55 votes)

    S5:E10

    A fight night erupts in the Valley as Johnny, Daniel, Chozen and their students summon all their skills and strength to expose Terry and take him down.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Bob Dearden

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  4. undefined Season 3 Episode 5 - Miyagi-Do
    8.8/10(48 votes)

    S3:E5

    In Okinawa, Daniel spends time with an old friend — and an old enemy, who has much to teach him. The dueling dojos' rivalry comes to a nasty head.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Bob Dearden

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  5. undefined Season 4 Episode 5 - Match Point
    8.6/10(38 votes)

    S4:E5

    Johnny and Daniel's dojo — and their fragile alliance — teeter on the brink of collapse when they agree to a winner-takes-all sensei showdown.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Bob Dearden

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  6. undefined Season 1 Episode 8 - Last Call
    8.6/10(5 votes)

    S1:E8

    The mission kicks into high gear when the squad learns shocking news about the nuke. It's all hands on deck to stop the explosion before it's too late.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Bob Dearden

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  7. undefined Season 6 Episode 14 - Strike Last
    8.5/10(24 votes)

    S6:E14

    The action heats up as the Valley's top fighters pit their courage against their rivals' speed and strength. But one last surprise changes everything.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Bob Dearden

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  8. undefined Season 6 Episode 10 - Eunjangdo
    8.4/10(29 votes)

    S6:E10

    Daniel and Johnny use historic Barcelona as a training ground for their captains. But a cheap shot in the semifinals sparks a brawl to end all brawls.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Bob Dearden

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  9. undefined Season 5 Episode 5 - Extreme Measures
    8.4/10(35 votes)

    S5:E5

    Daniel leans on a friend – and frenemy. Tensions come to a head for Miguel and Robby. A familiar face returns.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Bob Dearden

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  10. undefined Season 6 Episode 1 - Peacetime in the Valley
    8.0/10(94 votes)

    S6:E1

    The Miyagi-Do students struggle to put aside past rivalries while training for the Sekai Taikai. Johnny and Chozen clash over rebranding the dojo.

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    Writer:Bob Dearden

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  11. undefined Season 2 Episode 17 - Reflections of the Way Liv Used to Be
    7.8/10(19 votes)

    S2:E17

    Liv and Babineaux investigate the death of a highly competitive student; Liv becomes more like the girl she used to be after consuming the victim's brain; Blaine looks to Ravi for help.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Bob Dearden

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  12. undefined Season 2 Episode 5 - Love & Basketball
    7.7/10(22 votes)

    S2:E5

    Liv, Detective Babineaux and Ravi investigate the mysterious death of a peewee basketball coach. Liv, consumed with overzealous coach brains, gives Major a much needed pep talk. Meanwhile, things get a little crazy when Blaine and Ravi are forced to work together to recreate the cure. Lastly, Detective Babineaux receives a surprise visit from Suzuki's widow Helen.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Bob Dearden

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  13. undefined Season 1 Episode 7 - Maternity Liv
    7.3/10(30 votes)

    S1:E7

    Lt. Suzuki dedicates all of the police resources to finding the killer of a rich white girl who died of exposure after an eight-month disappearance. The girl gives birth before she dies, and Liv soon starts having maternal feelings toward the baby and everyone else around her. Meanwhile, Major tries to find out more about Julien, and Liv and Lowell's relationship changes when he eats the wrong brain.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Bob Dearden

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  14. undefined Season 4 Episode 5 - Goon Struck
    7.3/10(11 votes)

    S4:E5

    While tracking the murder of a hockey player, Liv stumbles onto Chase Graves’ evil plan. Meanwhile, Major is forced to make a horrible decision. Lastly, Peyton tries to contain a volatile situation.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Bob Dearden

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  15. undefined Season 3 Episode 11 - Conspiracy Weary
    6.8/10(19 votes)

    S3:E11

    Liv and Blaine come to the rescue of one of their own. They consume the brains of a conspiracy theorist and paranoia ensues. Meanwhile, as they continue to search for conspiracy theories that may or may not exist, Liv researches Major's new friend. Finally, Ravi makes a surprising discovery of his own.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Bob Dearden

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  16. undefined Season 5 Episode 5 - Death Moves Pretty Fast
    6.1/10(9 votes)

    S5:E5

    While investigating the death of independently wealthy, 19-year-old, Harris Miller, Liv, on brain à la Ferris Bueller, attempts to cheer up Ravi who has been spiraling after learning some unfortunate news. Meanwhile, after a nasty fall at the crime scene, Clive is forced to continue his part of the investigation via FaceTime. Lastly, things are suddenly going from bad to worse for Blaine.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Bob Dearden

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  17. undefined Season 5 Episode 10 - Night and the Zombie City
    6.1/10(9 votes)

    S5:E10

    While investigating the murder of private eye Mick Chisel, who was stabbed in the head with an ice pick, Liv consumes Chisel’s brain in hopes of breaking down how this gruesome murder took place.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Bob Dearden

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  18. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Walks of Shame
    5.0/10(5 votes)

    S1:E4

    With the Vulture grounded, the team splits: McKnight and Ava find an ally, Gomez helps Maya overcome her fear, and Trunk and Lana plot an exit strategy.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Bob Dearden

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Bob Dearden Ratings Summary

"December 19" is the best rated episode written by Bob Dearden. It scored 9.111/10 based on 54 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 1/1/2021 and is rated 0.0 points higher than their second-best episode, "The Rise".