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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 5 Episode 4 - Frank and Denise
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - Frank and Denise

    S5:E4

    Denise and Frank seem to be made for each other, until Denise turns her eye to Kevin because he understands poetry. Although she breaks up with Frank and kisses Kevin, Kev thinks it would be better if she went back to Frank because they are a perfect match.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  2. undefined Season 5 Episode 17 - Hero
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #2 - Hero

    S5:E17

    Kevin is on a first-name basis with McKinley's High's basketball hero, Bobby Riddle. When the team makes it to the regional finals, Kevin's dad decides to attend the game and embarrasses Kevin by talking strategy with Paul and Chuck. Later, though, Kevin apologizes to his dad for how he treated him.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  3. undefined Season 5 Episode 19 - Carnal Knowledge
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #3 - Carnal Knowledge

    S5:E19

    Kevin, Ricky and Chuck plan on sneaking into an R-rated movie, while Paul decides he'd rather stay home and talk marine biology with a family friend's daughter. Kevin, Ricky and Chuck get thrown out of the movie theatre where "Carnal Knowledge" is playing, while Paul is at home losing his virginity. Paul confides in Kevin, but his secret gets out the next day.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  4. undefined Season 3 Episode 22 - Blonde Ambition
    8.5/10(24 votes)

    #4 - Blonde Ambition

    S3:E22

    Rosalee and Monroe's big day arrives; a realization shakes Juliette and Nick's relationship to its core; Adalind's plan leads to a catastrophic event.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  5. undefined Season 1 Episode 8 - I Will Remember You
    8.5/10(13 votes)

    #5 - I Will Remember You

    S1:E8

    Old feelings are rekindled when Buffy comes to L.A. to visit Angel. Buffy and Angel are attacked by a Mohra demon, and together they slay it

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  6. undefined Season 2 Episode 2 - The Kiss
    8.2/10(25 votes)

    #6 - The Kiss

    S2:E2

    As Nick and his mother continue to battle the Mauvais Dentes, Monroe and Rosalee (Bree Turner) fight against the clock to save Juliette. More details are revealed about the source of Juliette’s illness, resulting in an epic showdown. Back at the precinct, Hank senses that something is amiss when Nick lands in hot water with the FBI. Meanwhile, Captain Renard continues to reveal himself as he deals with his estranged brother.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  7. undefined Season 1 Episode 13 - Three Coins in a Fuchsbau
    8.2/10(26 votes)

    #7 - Three Coins in a Fuchsbau

    S1:E13

    A failed robbery leads Nick and Hank to powerful rare coins. Meanwhile, a suspect in the case may have information regarding the death of Nick's parents.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  8. undefined Season 6 Episode 12 - Zerstörer Shrugged
    8.2/10(15 votes)

    #8 - Zerstörer Shrugged

    S6:E12

    The prophecy that was uncovered comes to pass when a dark force arrives in Portland with its eyes set on Diana. In an effort to protect her, Nick, along with Capt. Renard and Adalind, returns to the scene of his first investigation as a Grimm. Back at the Spice Shop, Monroe, Eve and Rosalee make a discovery that uncovers the origins of the mysterious stick. Meanwhile, Hank and Wu are called to a crime scene that is connected to the gang's greatest threat.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  9. undefined Season 2 Episode 3 - School Hard
    8.2/10(21 votes)

    #9 - School Hard

    S2:E3

    Buffy's mother and friends become trapped inside Sunnydale High School when a vampire named Spike launches an attack against the Slayer on Parent-Teacher night.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  10. undefined Season 6 Episode 13 - The End
    8.2/10(18 votes)

    #10 - The End

    S6:E13

    Nick faces off against his greatest foe yet as it seems no weapon can defeat him. At the Spice Shop, Monroe, Rosalee and Eve search for answers and stumble upon a rare potion that may help the fight. Elsewhere, Capt. Renard and Adalind try to keep Diana and baby Kelly safe as the threat has its eyes set on the children.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  11. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    8.1/10(64 votes)

    #11 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    Nick Burkhardt's life is completely transformed when his family's legacy is revealed to him and he discovers that he is a Grimm, a monster hunter who can see the creatures for what they really are.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  12. undefined Season 1 Episode 22 - Woman in Black
    8.1/10(26 votes)

    #12 - Woman in Black

    S1:E22

    As Nick delves deeper into his life as a Grimm, a trail of grotesque murders reignites the search for the elusive gold coins.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  13. undefined Season 2 Episode 1 - Bad Teeth
    8.1/10(27 votes)

    #13 - Bad Teeth

    S2:E1

    After their face-off with Kimura, Nick finds himself trying to come to grips with the return of his mother, Kelly Burkhardt. A trail of brutal murders unveils a foreign conspiracy to hunt down Nick, leading to several revelations about his past. Meanwhile, Juliette still lies in her mysteriously-induced coma as Rosalee and Monroe work tirelessly to bring her out of it safely. Elsewhere, Hank struggles with the shocking truths he’s recently seen and Captain Renard deals with unexpected family issues when his estranged brother comes back into his life.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  14. undefined Season 5 Episode 12 - Into the Schwarzwald
    8.1/10(18 votes)

    #14 - Into the Schwarzwald

    S5:E12

    Nick and Monroe find a treasure in Germany that has been hidden for centuries. Back in Portland, Capt. Renard joins Hank and Wu to track down a deadly assassin who has thrown Portland into havoc. Little do they know that Eve is on a hunt of her own for the same man. Meanwhile, someone from Rosalee's past tracks her down.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  15. undefined Season 2 Episode 22 - Goodnight, Sweet Grimm (2)
    8.0/10(24 votes)

    #15 - Goodnight, Sweet Grimm (2)

    S2:E22

    Just when things look like they’re back to normal with Juliette, Nick is called to investigate a flurry of rage-fueled assaults happening all over Portland. He goes to Monroe and Rosalee for help battling Portland’s newest wave of "undead." As if that weren’t enough, Captain Renard informs Nick that his brother Eric is in town on family business. Meanwhile, Stefania and Frau Pech methodically use their alliances with Adalind to battle one another.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  16. undefined Season 2 Episode 13 - Face Off (2)
    8.0/10(23 votes)

    #16 - Face Off (2)

    S2:E13

    After Nick learns about Juliette and Captain Renard, he must deal with the consequences. Things get even more complicated when Nick is called to investigate his own crime. Meanwhile, the search for the key intensifies as Captain Renard finds Nick’s trailer and makes a surprising alliance. With Rosalee’s help, Monroe informs Nick that they might be able to stop what’s going on with Renard and Juliette before it goes too far. Elsewhere, Wu responds to a bizarre shooting at Nick and Juliette’s house.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  17. undefined Season 3 Episode 13 - Revelation (2)
    8.0/10(27 votes)

    #17 - Revelation (2)

    S3:E13

    Monroe fights an impossible battle to convince his parents to embrace the life choices he’s made. Meanwhile, Nick turns to Juliette to help him figure out the Wesen aspect of his cop-killing scalper investigation. On the Royal Baby front, Captain Renard learns new information that forces him to contact Adalind in the interest of keeping her and the baby safe from Viktor.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  18. undefined Season 3 Episode 3 - Faith, Hope & Trick
    8.0/10(21 votes)

    #18 - Faith, Hope & Trick

    S3:E3

    A charismatic Slayer visits Sunnydale and wins over many of Buffy's friends. Meanwhile, two powerful vampires plot an attack.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  19. undefined Season 1 Episode 10 - Nightmares
    8.0/10(24 votes)

    #19 - Nightmares

    S1:E10

    A series of strange occurrences lead Buffy and her friends to discover that their worst nightmares have literally become reality.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  20. undefined Season 1 Episode 22 - To Shanshu in L.A.
    8.0/10(7 votes)

    #20 - To Shanshu in L.A.

    S1:E22

    Wolfram and Hart raise a powerful new foe to strike down Angel and those close to him.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  21. undefined Season 3 Episode 16 - Sleep Tight
    8.0/10(4 votes)

    #21 - Sleep Tight

    S3:E16

    To save Connor's life, Wes takes him away from Angel; Angel uncovers Lilah's plot to have him kill Connor, Holtz finally attacks.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  22. undefined Season 1 Episode 15 - Island of Dreams
    7.9/10(26 votes)

    #22 - Island of Dreams

    S1:E15

    Nick looks into a theft and murder at a spice shop and discovers that it was owned by a Wesen, and that the thieves were after a dangerous drug. Meanwhile, Hank falls under Adalind's sway and Wu gets caught in the middle.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  23. undefined Season 6 Episode 1 - Fugitive
    7.9/10(16 votes)

    #23 - Fugitive

    S6:E1

    Following the massacre in Nick’s loft, Capt. Renard is hell bent on eliminating him once and for all. Hank and Wu head back to the precinct to keep an eye on the Captain and help give the gang the upper hand. Meanwhile, Monroe and Rosalee grapple with staying in Portland now that their family will be expanding. Elsewhere, Eve suffers the side effects of the mysterious stick’s healing power.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  24. undefined Season 5 Episode 21 - Beginning of the End, Parts One and Two
    7.9/10(17 votes)

    #24 - Beginning of the End, Parts One and Two

    S5:E21

    Black Claw makes a strategic move against Hank that shocks everyone and sends Nick on a war path. Hadrian's Wall ramps up their investigation as they seek out a mysterious man named Bonaparte. Meanwhile, Adalind and Capt. Renard must learn to deal with their new and very unpredictable reality with Diana.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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  25. undefined Season 3 Episode 5 - Homecoming
    7.9/10(21 votes)

    #25 - Homecoming

    S3:E5

    As Buffy and Cordelia vie for Homecoming Queen, a group of killers gather to participate in SlayerFest '98.

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    Writer:David Greenwalt

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David Greenwalt Ratings Summary

"Frank and Denise" is the best rated episode written by David Greenwalt. It scored 10/10 based on 1 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 10/23/1991 and is rated 0.0 points higher than their second-best episode, "Hero".