The Best Episodes Written By David Mandel

Every TV Episode Written by David Mandel Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

  1. Background image for The Abstinence
    8.4/10(29 votes)

    #1 - The Abstinence

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    S8:E9

    George's intellect thrives when thoughts of sex are shut out; Elaine wants her intern to become a doctor--stat; Jerry is bumped from a school's Career Day.

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    8.4/10(9 votes)

    #2 - Veep

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    S7:E7

    The nominating fight between Selina and her rivals reaches its climax, as their race comes to a historic finish. Series finale.

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    Director:David Mandel
  3. Background image for The Bizarro Jerry
    8.3/10(27 votes)

    #3 - The Bizarro Jerry

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    S8:E3

    Elaine hangs out with men who are opposites of Jerry, George and Kramer; Kramer stumbles into a white-collar job; Jerry finds a flaw in Elaine's beautiful friend.

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    8.2/10(21 votes)

    #4 - The Voice

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    S9:E2

    Kramer hires an assistant; George's boss tries to force him out; Elaine bets Jerry she won't get back with her latest ex.

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    8.1/10(15 votes)

    #5 - Morning After

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    S5:E1

    Post-election night: Selina discovers a possible road to victory. Meanwhile, Amy must figure out if she is back or not; Catherine kicks off a behind-the-scenes documentary project; Mike announces that he and Wendy are adopting a baby from China; and Dan considers a new career.

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    8.0/10(23 votes)

    #6 - The Pool Guy

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    S7:E8

    An acquaintance latches on to Jerry; George objects to Susan's relationship with his pals; Kramer's new phone number brings many wrong numbers.

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    8.0/10(27 votes)

    #7 - The Betrayal

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    S9:E8

    Flashbacks trace the evolution of Jerry, George and Elaine's disastrous trip to a wedding in India, and Kramer's desperate need to barter for a birthday wish.

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  8. Background image for The Susie
    7.9/10(23 votes)

    #8 - The Susie

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    S8:E15

    Kramer becomes the spokesman for a woman George wants to avoid; Jerry's bookie welches; a co-worker mistakes Elaine for someone else, who's reported as a problem worker.

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    7.9/10(12 votes)

    #9 - Groundbreaking

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    S6:E10

    Selina and her team prepare for the long-awaited groundbreaking of her library. Amy seeks clarity on her role. Jonah asks a major donor for help. Season finale.

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    Director:David Mandel
  10. Background image for The Puerto Rican Day
    7.8/10(24 votes)

    #10 - The Puerto Rican Day

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    S9:E20

    Gridlocked by a parade, Jerry verbally spars with another driver; George goes to a movie; and Kramer looks for a bathroom. Elaine, meanwhile, searches for a crossing point with a group of strangers.

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    7.7/10(22 votes)

    #11 - The Maid

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    S9:E19

    Elaine's area code is changed; a co-worker steals George's desired nickname; Jerry sleeps with his maid; Kramer endures a "long-distance relationship" when his girlfriend moves downtown.

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    7.7/10(23 votes)

    #12 - The Butter Shave

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    S9:E1

    Kramer uses butter for shaving--and more; George's cane is an advantage at his new job; Jerry feels used by his comedy nemesis, Bania; Elaine breaks up with her boyfriend before their flight back from Europe.

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  13. Background image for The Friars Club
    7.4/10(27 votes)

    #13 - The Friars Club

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    S7:E18

    Elaine suspects a co-worker is faking a hearing impairment; Jerry makes a faux pas at the Friars Club after comic Pat Cooper sponsors him for membership.

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  14. Background image for The Clipshow Wherein Dante and Randal Are Locked in the Freezer and Remember Some of the Great Moments in Their Lives
    7.4/10(5 votes)

    #14 - The Clipshow Wherein Dante and Randal Are Locked in the Freezer and Remember Some of the Great Moments in Their Lives

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    S1:E2

    The guys take a clip-filled trip down memory lane after getting locked in the Quick Stop's freezer.

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    Director:Nick Filippi
  15. Background image for Leonardo Leonardo Returns and Dante Has an Important Decision to Make
    7.4/10(5 votes)

    #15 - Leonardo Leonardo Returns and Dante Has an Important Decision to Make

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    S1:E3

    Leonardo Leonardo opens a shop across from the Quick Stop, putting the business in danger.

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    Director:Chris Bailey
  16. Background image for A Dissertation on the American Justice System by People Who Have Never Been Inside a Courtroom, Let Alone Know Anything About the Law, but Have Seen Way Too Many Legal Thrillers.
    7.0/10(6 votes)

    #16 - A Dissertation on the American Justice System by People Who Have Never Been Inside a Courtroom, Let Alone Know Anything About the Law, but Have Seen Way Too Many Legal Thrillers.

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    S1:E1

    Jay sues the Quick Stop--and Dante--after slipping on Randal's spilled soda.

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    Director:Steve Loter
  17. Background image for The Last Episode Ever!
    6.7/10(6 votes)

    #17 - The Last Episode Ever!

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    S1:E6

    The guys' day slacking off at the Quick Stop is derailed by a spoof of "The Matrix," a carnival riot and a trip through the minds of their illustrators.

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    Director:Steve Loter
  18. Background image for Penny-Wiseguys
    6.1/10(14 votes)

    #18 - Penny-Wiseguys

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    S24:E5

    Homer is shocked to discover that his bowling teammate is an accountant for Fat Tony and his mob. When Fat Tony gets jury duty, he appoints Dan as the temporary don of the mafia. Meanwhile, Lisa adds insects to her vegetarian diet after she passes out in the middle of a saxophone solo, but starts questioning her decision when bugs start pleading for mercy in her dreams.

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  19. Background image for Treehouse of Horror XXIII
    5.9/10(23 votes)

    #19 - Treehouse of Horror XXIII

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    S24:E2

    A black hole threatens to swallow Springfield, Homer tries to find the source of paranormal activity, and a "Back to the Future" parody in which Bart keeps Marge from marrying Homer.

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David Mandel Ratings Summary

"The Abstinence" is the best rated episode written by David Mandel. It scored 8.448/10 based on 29 votes. It was directed by Andy Ackerman. It aired on 11/21/1996 and is rated 0.0 points higher than their second-best episode, "Veep".