The Best Episodes Written By Craig Mazin

Every TV Episode Written by Craig Mazin Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

  1. Background image for Vichnaya Pamyat
    9.3/10(192 votes)

    #1 - Vichnaya Pamyat

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    S1:E5

    Valery Legasov, Boris Shcherbina and Ulana Khomyuk risk their lives and reputations to expose the truth about Chernobyl.

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    Director:Johan Renck
  2. Background image for Please Remain Calm
    9.2/10(192 votes)

    #2 - Please Remain Calm

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    With untold millions at risk after the Chernobyl explosion, nuclear physicist Ulana Khomyuk makes a desperate attempt to reach Valery Legasov, a leading Soviet nuclear physicist, and warn him about the threat of second explosion that could devastate the continent.

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    Director:Johan Renck
  3. Background image for Open Wide, O Earth
    9.0/10(184 votes)

    #3 - Open Wide, O Earth

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    Lyudmilla Ignatenko, a Pripyat resident, ignores warning about her firefighter husband's contamination. Valery Legasov lays out a decontamination plan, complete with human risks.

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    Director:Johan Renck
  4. Background image for Backstory!
    8.9/10(21 votes)

    #4 - Backstory!

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    S2:E6

    A fresh-faced young man discovers what it takes to become one of the world's greatest science fiction writers.

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    8.8/10(223 votes)

    #5 - 1:23:45

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    April 26, 1986, Ukrainian SSR. Plant workers and firefighters put their lives on the line to control a catastrophic 1986 explosion at a Soviet nuclear power plant.

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    Director:Johan Renck
  6. Background image for The Happiness of All Mankind
    8.8/10(178 votes)

    #6 - The Happiness of All Mankind

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    Valery Legasov and Soviet Deputy Prime Minister Boris Shcherbina consider using lunar rovers to remove radioactive debris, while Ulana Khomyuk faces government hurdles in determining the truth about the cause of the explosion.

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    Director:Johan Renck
  7. Background image for When You're Lost in the Darkness
    8.3/10(261 votes)

    #7 - When You're Lost in the Darkness

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    2003. As a parasitic fungal outbreak begins to ravage the country and the world, Joel Miller attempts to escape the escalating chaos with his daughter and brother. Twenty years later, a now hardened Joel and his partner Tess fight to survive under a totalitarian regime, while the insurgent Fireflies harbor a teenage girl with a unique gift.

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    Director:Craig Mazin
  8. Background image for Endure and Survive
    8.2/10(175 votes)

    #8 - Endure and Survive

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    On the streets of a newly free Kansas City, Henry fights to protect his brother Sam from rebel soldiers who will stop at nothing to appease their ruthless leader. As her manhunt continues, Kathleen doubles down on her quest for revenge, while Ellie forms a meaningful friendship.

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    Director:Jeremy Webb
  9. Background image for Infected
    8.1/10(225 votes)

    #9 - Infected

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    In 2003, an Indonesian scientist makes a devastating discovery. In 2023, now outside of the quarantine zone, Joel and Tess clash over Ellie's fate as they navigate a long-abandoned Boston overrun with Infected.

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    7.9/10(152 votes)

    #10 - When We Are in Need

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    After crossing paths with a vengeful group of survivors, Ellie's fighting spirit draws unwanted attention from its leader. Still battling for his life, a weakened Joel faces off with a hunting party out for blood.

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    Director:Ali Abbasi
  11. Background image for Kin
    7.9/10(159 votes)

    #11 - Kin

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    S1:E6

    After months of traveling, Joel and Ellie receive a grave warning about what lies ahead. Later, Ellie learns more about Joel's past – while Joel tries his best to forget.

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  12. Background image for Look for the Light
    7.8/10(151 votes)

    #12 - Look for the Light

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    S1:E9

    After being pursued by Infected, a pregnant Anna places her trust in a lifelong friend. Years later, Ellie is forced to grapple with the emotional toll of her journey, while Joel faces a devastating decision of his own.

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    Director:Ali Abbasi
  13. Background image for Please Hold to My Hand
    7.5/10(185 votes)

    #13 - Please Hold to My Hand

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    After a harrowing trek across a desolate United States, Joel and Ellie find themselves navigating a dangerous Kansas City on foot. Later, rebel leader Kathleen instigates a manhunt – one that pits her violent civilian militia against the world's best hope.

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    Director:Jeremy Webb
  14. Background image for Through the Valley
    7.5/10(103 votes)

    #14 - Through the Valley

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    As a storm brews in the mountains, the people of Jackson Hole prepare for the worst amid increased sightings of Infected. Meanwhile, Abby weighs her options.

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    Director:Mark Mylod
  15. Background image for Long, Long Time
    7.1/10(268 votes)

    #15 - Long, Long Time

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    Doomsday prepper Bill prepares to ride out the apocalypse alone...until a mysterious stranger upends his plans. Years later, Joel and Ellie seek Bill's guidance – and find themselves at a crossroads.

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    Director:Peter Hoar
  16. Background image for Future Days
    6.8/10(106 votes)

    #16 - Future Days

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    S2:E1

    Five years after the events in Salt Lake City, a now 19-year-old Ellie makes a discovery while on patrol with her best friend Dina. Back in Jackson Hole, Joel seeks help to mend his relationship with Ellie.

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    Director:Craig Mazin
  17. Background image for Feel Her Love
    6.2/10(51 votes)

    #17 - Feel Her Love

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    S2:E5

    The WLF makes a dangerous discovery... at a great cost. Later, Ellie must decide whether to continue with her plan – and risk putting Dina in danger – or give up on her quest for justice.

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    6.1/10(66 votes)

    #18 - Day One

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    S2:E4

    In 2018, Seattle FEDRA confronts an unexpected foe. Ten years later, Ellie and Dina find themselves in the middle of a bloody battle between the zealous Seraphites and a ruthless militia.

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    Director:Kate Herron
  19. Background image for Convergence
    6.1/10(45 votes)

    #19 - Convergence

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    S2:E7

    As the Wolves and the Scars prepare for a battle that could potentially end their longstanding feud, Ellie's search draws her away from her friends and toward a devastating confrontation.

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  20. Background image for The Price
    6.0/10(48 votes)

    #20 - The Price

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    S2:E6

    Joel surprises Ellie for her birthday. Years later, Ellie prepares to confront Joel about her past.

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  21. Background image for The Path
    5.9/10(77 votes)

    #21 - The Path

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    S2:E3

    After Dina shares crucial information, Ellie prepares to petition the town council, even while she struggles with her deep emotional scars. On the outskirts of Seattle, a religious sect attempts to flee a war – raising questions on what lies ahead.

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    Director:Peter Hoar

Craig Mazin Ratings Summary

"Vichnaya Pamyat" is the best rated episode written by Craig Mazin. It scored 9.333/10 based on 192 votes. It was directed by Johan Renck. It aired on 6/3/2019 and is rated 0.1 points higher than their second-best episode, "Please Remain Calm".