The Best Episodes Written By Jason Katims

While the Lions prepare for the state championship game, the Taylors face several decisions that could change their lives forever.

Director: Michael Waxman

Writer: Jason Katims

Tensions between Sarah and Amber reach a boiling point that leads Sarah to go to Mr. Cyr to discuss Amber's problems. Elsewhere, Crosby has to decide between his new family or his old one. Zeek tries to win back Camille. Meanwhile, Julia trying to help Zeek out arranges a dinner meeting for him.

Director: Lawrence Trilling

Writer: Jason Katims

Five months later, Coach Taylor's contract is up for review on Billy and Mindy's wedding day. Tyra grows anxious about her waitlist status. Matt leaves Grandma Saracen and Julie behind to attend college. Tim and Lyla question their future together.

Director: N/A

Writer: Jason Katims

Coach Taylor wonders how low his fortunes can sink as he struggles to pull the East Dillon Lions together while Tami navigates the new politics at West Dillon. Meanwhile, Matt gets a taste of life as a townie and Tim is inspired by a college lecture on "the hero's journey."

Director: Peter Berg

Writer: Jason Katims

The Taylors host Thanksgiving dinner; Coach tells Vince he has to be more selfish; Tami must make an apology; Julie and Landry are surprised by a visitor from their past; Tim makes a difficult decision; East Dillon rallies around the Lions.

Director: N/A

Writer: Jason Katims

Liz's grandmother is rushed to the hospital after suffering a stroke prompting Liz to reach out to Max for comfort.

Director: Chris Long

Writer: Jason Katims

A freak December heat wave hits the town and sparks romance as Michael's relationship with Maria heats up and Liz's infatuation with Max intensifies; meanwhile Isabel enters into one of Alex's dreams only to discover her likeness already there and dancing with Alex.

Director: David Nutter

Writer: Jason Katims

An older Max travels from the future (2014 to be exact) to tell Liz that their relationship will imperil his planet and together they devise a plan to change the future: by making present Max fall out of love with Liz.

Director: Bill L. Norton

Writer: Jason Katims

Max witnesses a tragedy and is haunted by the ghost of a man he could have saved, leaving him overwhelmed with guilt and questioning his healing abilities. Isabel aka the Christmas Nazi (dubbed by Michael) tries to brighten up the holiday season and Tess tries to became a part of the Valenti family.

Director: Patrick R. Norris

Writer: Jason Katims

When Max is fascinated by an intriguing autistic child he wonders if his own lost child is attempting to reach out to him. Meanwhile, Michael plays Santa to Maria and Liz's elves at a charity event. Isabel and Jesse share their first holiday together as husband and wife.

Director: Patrick R. Norris

Writer: Jason Katims

Kristina tries to teach Haddie how to drive while Adam tries to find a balance between his work and personal life. Joel and Julia must explain the birds and the bees to Sydney. Zeek works with Joel to fix a leaky roof in the guest house.

Director: Lawrence Trilling

Writer: Jason Katims

Kristina and Adam have a surprise meeting with the principal of Max's school; Jasmine and Crosby become nostalgic for their past; Julia and Joel receive upsetting news.

Director: Andrew Bernstein

Writer: Jason Katims

Max and the others must rescue Michael after he is arrested for murder; Liz takes a job with a congresswoman who has a hidden agenda.

Director: James A. Contner

Writer: Jason Katims

The onset of junior prom stirs up emotional tumult as Liz tempts fate by asking Max to be her date, Isabel decides Alex is the man she's been searching for, and Michael tells Maria he won't take her to prom.

Director: Lawrence Trilling

Writer: Jason Katims

Adam and Kristina try to cope with their son's Asperger's Syndrome. Sarah is job hunting with the help of Zeek that pushes her to dream big. Meanwhile, Crosby bonds with his son and Julia deals with a difficult mom from Sydney's school.

Director: Lawrence Trilling

Writer: Jason Katims

Lou Mazzuchelli, an uninspired English teacher at Stanton High, petitions to take over as director of the school's theater program in an attempt to revitalize his passion for teaching, but quickly realizes he has his work cut out for him. His controversial decision to change the musical to the more provocative Spring Awakening and his atypical casting choices create a ripple effect for the program's assistant director Tracey Wolfe, the school's football coach Sam Strickland, and the students in the show.

Director: Mike Cahill

Writer: Jason Katims

Lou is brought down to earth when his production budget is slashed, Coach Strickland vindictively monopolizes Robbie's time, and he has a conflict with Tracey. Lilette finds herself starting to fall for Robbie, while Simon contends with conflicting feelings about his role in the show. As Michael finds support within the theater troupe, Gwen acts out in rehearsals in response to tensions at home.

Director: Rosemary Rodriguez

Writer: Jason Katims

The rumors about Coach Taylor leaving the team at the end of the season get a boost when an inside source decides to speak up. Meanwhile, the Panthers are preparing themselves for the state championship.

Director: N/A

Writer: Jason Katims

In the third-season opener, Eric fights to keep his job and helps Smash rebound. Elsewhere, Tami faces new challenges as principal; Tyra frets over college; Billy proposes; and tension escalates between Lyla and Riggins.

Director: N/A

Writer: Jason Katims

Sarah convinces Amber to meet with an important colleague of Gordon's. Meanwhile, Kristina frantically attempts to obtain a birthday invite for troublesome Max. Camille takes a class with the man she once had an affair with, making Zeke jealous. Elsewhere, Crosby and Joel band together to direct Jabbar's school play. Haddie's relationship with an unexpected love interest deepens.

Director: Patrick R. Norris

Writer: Jason Katims

SEASON FINALE. During opening night of "Spring Awakening" personal crises and dilemmas percolate in the wings backstage as Simon struggles to overcome his biggest fear, Lilette withholds a huge development from Robbie, Robbie has a momentous breakthrough, and Tracey draws a line in the sand. Over the course of one evening, decisions are made that will change Lou and Stanton Drama forever.

Director: Michael Weaver

Writer: Jason Katims

Edward is nervous for his family’s move to LA. Lacey's marriage is strained. Dee Dee and Zoe celebrate. Edward's flight departs for Los Angeles.

Director: Fisher Stevens

Writer: Jason Katims

Lacey struggles to do anything right for Edward. Later, she meets more people affected by the crash at the first Grief Group therapy session.

Director: Allison Liddi-Brown

Writer: Jason Katims

Lacey and John search for Edward. Dee Dee throws a party. Election Day comes for Adriana. Edward revisits his past.

Director: N/A

Writer: Jason Katims

Liz Parker learns Max Evans' out-of-this-world secret when he saves her life and must rely on her to safeguard his secret as an orphaned extraterrestrial.

Director: David Nutter

Writer: Jason Katims