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The Best Episodes Written By Jim Patterson

Every TV Episode Written by Jim Patterson Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 2 Episode 10 - Friend
    9.3/10(3 votes)

    #1 - Friend

    S2:E10

    Matt’s reunion with a high school friend stirs up more than nostalgia when he meets their equally opinionated spouse. Meanwhile, Riley spirals when Klatch gets a negative Yelp review.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  2. undefined Season 2 Episode 12 - Uncle Sam
    9.2/10(3 votes)

    #2 - Uncle Sam

    S2:E12

    Matt is thrilled to show off his military-hero son Sam, but a shift in Sam's career could finally give Riley a chance to be the golden child; Andy's singing hits all the wrong notes for Riley.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  3. undefined Season 5 Episode 8 - Is There a Mrs. Waffles?
    8.0/10(13 votes)

    #3 - Is There a Mrs. Waffles?

    S5:E8

    Charlie writes a children's song and finds success as Charlie Waffles. The children love him and the mothers seem to as well. Charlie's new found fame irritates Alan.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  4. undefined Season 2 Episode 3 - Take Me Away from Here
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #4 - Take Me Away from Here

    S2:E3

    After a heart-to-heart with Maggie, Colt steps up and supports Heather. Meanwhile, the tension between Rooster and Beau takes a toll on Maggie.

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    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  5. undefined Season 2 Episode 10 - Can't Be Really Gone
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #5 - Can't Be Really Gone

    S2:E10

    Colt's new responsibilities keep him away from Abby. After a memorable night, Maggie ponders what she wants for her future.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  6. undefined Season 5 Episode 11 - Meander to Your Dander
    7.9/10(11 votes)

    #6 - Meander to Your Dander

    S5:E11

    When Alan finds himself wanting to break up with a woman, Charlie offers his expertise.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  7. undefined Season 5 Episode 10 - Kinda Like Necrophilia
    7.8/10(12 votes)

    #7 - Kinda Like Necrophilia

    S5:E10

    Alan finds out that Charlie stole his girlfriend and works on a plan to get back at Charlie, even though this happened when they were in high school.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  8. undefined Season 6 Episode 12 - Thank God for Scoliosis
    7.8/10(12 votes)

    #8 - Thank God for Scoliosis

    S6:E12

    Charlie and Jake fight for the affections of a waitress, while Alan fights sexual tension with his receptionist.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  9. undefined Season 5 Episode 4 - City of Great Racks
    7.8/10(13 votes)

    #9 - City of Great Racks

    S5:E4

    Charlie and Linda get closer to consummating their relationship, but Charlie has trouble focusing when he begins to see Rose's face everywhere he turns.

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    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  10. undefined Season 6 Episode 19 - The Two Finger Rule
    7.8/10(12 votes)

    #10 - The Two Finger Rule

    S6:E19

    After Chelsea discovers a nude picture of another woman on Charlie's cell phone, he blows off steam by going out for a night of drinking with Alan, Herb and his neighbor.

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    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  11. undefined Season 8 Episode 1 - Three Girls and a Guy Named Bud
    7.8/10(13 votes)

    #11 - Three Girls and a Guy Named Bud

    S8:E1

    When Jake finds out that Alan has been dating Eldridge's mom, he packs up and heads to Judith and Herb's. Meanwhile, Charlie decides it's time to cut back on boozing.

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    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  12. undefined Season 8 Episode 15 - Three Hookers and a Philly Cheesesteak
    7.6/10(12 votes)

    #12 - Three Hookers and a Philly Cheesesteak

    S8:E15

    While Charlie and Rose carry on their "affair," Alan's chiropractic business turns into a Ponzi scheme.

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    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  13. undefined Season 5 Episode 12 - A Little Clammy and None Too Fresh
    7.6/10(12 votes)

    #13 - A Little Clammy and None Too Fresh

    S5:E12

    Rose returns from England, and plays nurse rather oddly for an ill Charlie.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  14. undefined Season 4 Episode 11 - Walnuts and Demerol
    7.6/10(16 votes)

    #14 - Walnuts and Demerol

    S4:E11

    Charlie's friends and family put a crimp in his plan for a romantic Christmas Eve date. When Evelyn sees who the date is, she goes to great lengths to force a wedge between them.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  15. undefined Season 6 Episode 13 - I Think You Offended Don
    7.6/10(11 votes)

    #15 - I Think You Offended Don

    S6:E13

    Judith is pregnant with a baby girl and Alan is convinced he is the father.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  16. undefined Season 7 Episode 21 - Gumby with a Pokey
    7.6/10(12 votes)

    #16 - Gumby with a Pokey

    S7:E21

    Charlie is visited by the ghosts of his ex-girlfriends while Alan and Jake are on a road trip.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  17. undefined Season 8 Episode 9 - A Good Time in Central Africa
    7.6/10(12 votes)

    #17 - A Good Time in Central Africa

    S8:E9

    When Berta takes a couple of days off, Charlie falls for her replacement. Meanwhile, Alan believes he's being stalked by Lyndsey's ex-husband.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  18. undefined Season 6 Episode 17 - The 'Ocu' or the 'Pado'?
    7.5/10(12 votes)

    #18 - The 'Ocu' or the 'Pado'?

    S6:E17

    Charlie's admission that he's in love with Chelsea gets a surprising reaction from her

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  19. undefined Season 6 Episode 18 - My Son's Enormous Head
    7.5/10(11 votes)

    #19 - My Son's Enormous Head

    S6:E18

    Chelsea's illness gives Charlie a chance to prove he can take care of her, but also yearning to run away from the situation.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  20. undefined Season 7 Episode 9 - Captain Terry's Spray-On Hair
    7.5/10(11 votes)

    #20 - Captain Terry's Spray-On Hair

    S7:E9

    While Alan struggles to cure his baldness, Charlie deals with the problem that he can't satisfy Chelsea.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  21. undefined Season 5 Episode 14 - Winky-Dink Time
    7.5/10(10 votes)

    #21 - Winky-Dink Time

    S5:E14

    Charlie double-dates with Jake and fixes Alan up with a hooker.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  22. undefined Season 6 Episode 1 - Taterhead Is Our Love Child
    7.5/10(13 votes)

    #22 - Taterhead Is Our Love Child

    S6:E1

    In the 6th season opener, Charlie runs into an ex-girlfriend and a child who bears a striking resemblance to Charlie.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  23. undefined Season 7 Episode 7 - Untainted by Filth
    7.5/10(12 votes)

    #23 - Untainted by Filth

    S7:E7

    Alan and Charlie are shocked when they wake up next to a strange woman, and try to find out what happened.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  24. undefined Season 8 Episode 2 - A Bottle of Wine and a Jackhammer
    7.5/10(13 votes)

    #24 - A Bottle of Wine and a Jackhammer

    S8:E2

    Charlie is willing to do anything for Alan to accept Lyndsey's offer to move in with her.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jim Patterson

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  25. undefined Season 8 Episode 5 - The Immortal Mr. Billy Joel
    7.5/10(13 votes)

    #25 - The Immortal Mr. Billy Joel

    S8:E5

    Alan pretends to be Charlie when he goes out on the town; Charlie sneaks off for cosmetic surgery.

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    Writer:Jim Patterson

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Jim Patterson Ratings Summary

"Friend" is the best rated episode written by Jim Patterson. It scored 9.3/10 based on 3 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 1/14/2026 and is rated 0.1 points higher than their second-best episode, "Uncle Sam".