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The Best Episodes Written By Joe Baken

Every TV Episode Written by Joe Baken Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 1 Episode 3 - The Bender
    7.9/10(15 votes)

    S1:E3

    Lois finds comfort in an unexpected person.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Baken

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  2. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.7/10(74 votes)

    S1:E1

    A gruesome crime rattles a small-town community.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Baken

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  3. undefined Season 3 Episode 1 - Bestie
    7.5/10(48 votes)

    S3:E1

    After the loss of her mother, a young woman seeks connection in a mysterious online friend.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Baken

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  4. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - True Crime Catholics
    7.5/10(20 votes)

    S1:E2

    Lois accepts the help of a nun to investigate the recent crimes.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Baken

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  5. undefined Season 1 Episode 5 - Red Haze
    7.4/10(8 votes)

    S1:E5

    Lois finds herself one step closer to the killer.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Baken

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  6. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Coordinates
    7.0/10(11 votes)

    S1:E4

    A strange clue sends Lois to a remote location.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Baken

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  7. undefined Season 1 Episode 7 - Unplugged
    6.8/10(9 votes)

    S1:E7

    Lois is forced to make a difficult decision.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Baken

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  8. undefined Season 1 Episode 6 - Good Caesarean Work
    6.4/10(8 votes)

    S1:E6

    A heinous new discovery leads Lois to someone from her past.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Baken

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  9. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    6.4/10(11 votes)

    S1:E1

    The Odyssey's new onboard doctor, Max Bankman gets acquainted with Capt. Massey and his medical team, Avery and Tristan, while treating crises miles from shore.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Baken

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  10. undefined Season 1 Episode 9 - The Stinging Aroma of Sulfur
    6.3/10(7 votes)

    S1:E9

    Lois contemplates a new future.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Baken

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  11. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - Singles Week
    6.0/10(10 votes)

    S1:E2

    It's Singles Week on The Odyssey, and lust is in the air. As Max, Tristan and Avery navigate their relationship, the crew fends off advances from passengers. With rising desire and quickly spreading ailments, Max and the team rush to restore order.

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    Writer:Joe Baken

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  12. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Wellness Week
    5.9/10(9 votes)

    S1:E4

    During a week dedicated to wellness, The Odyssey ironically finds itself overwhelmed by a surge of ailing patients. Meanwhile, Tristan's new romance sparks jealousy, and Capt. Massey must bring the ship to safety in the midst of a hurricane.

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    Writer:Joe Baken

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  13. undefined Season 1 Episode 5 - Halloween Week
    5.8/10(9 votes)

    S1:E5

    It's Halloween on The Odyssey, featuring a high-stakes costume contest; but when a zombie-like illness plagues select passengers, the festivities take a dark turn. Meanwhile, Avery and Max embark on a rescue mission.

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    Writer:Joe Baken

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  14. undefined Season 1 Episode 3 - Plastic Surgery Week
    5.6/10(10 votes)

    S1:E3

    Plastic Surgery Week on The Odyssey brings new faces and fresh features to be carefully maintained by the medical team. Meanwhile, when the owner's wife comes on board, Capt. Massey must juggle charm and skillful dodging to sidestep her advances.

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    Writer:Joe Baken

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  15. undefined Season 3 Episode 5 - Backrooms
    5.5/10(18 votes)

    S3:E5

    A desperate father will do anything... and go anywhere for a chance at finding his missing son.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Baken

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  16. undefined Season 1 Episode 12 - Sophisticated Ladies Week
    5.4/10(7 votes)

    S1:E12

    Tristan strives to prove himself to Avery, while Captain Massey is shaken by shocking news. Meanwhile, Sophisticated Ladies Week brings a disruptive passenger onboard, while the crew navigates the delicate care of a terminal patient.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Baken

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  17. undefined Season 1 Episode 6 - I Always Cry at Weddings
    5.3/10(9 votes)

    S1:E6

    When a wealthy family charters The Odyssey for a weeklong wedding cruise, all eyes are on the "bridezilla" as she wreaks havoc on board. Amid the chaos, love and lust manage to find their way through the air with sparks flying among the crew.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Baken

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  18. undefined Season 3 Episode 3 - Tapeworm
    5.2/10(19 votes)

    S3:E3

    An up-and-coming model will stop at nothing in her hunger for success.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Baken

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  19. undefined Season 3 Episode 8 - Leprechaun
    5.1/10(13 votes)

    S3:E8

    In order to make ends meet, a group of unemployed laborers break into the local bank. What begins as a run-of-the-mill heist devolves into anything but.

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    Writer:Joe Baken

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  20. undefined Season 1 Episode 10 - I Think I'm Dead
    5.0/10(6 votes)

    S1:E10

    Lois questions everything she thought she knew.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Baken

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  21. undefined Season 1 Episode 8 - In Dreams
    4.8/10(6 votes)

    S1:E8

    Lois accepts the help of a specialist.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Baken

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  22. undefined Season 1 Episode 18 - The Wave (2)
    4.0/10(4 votes)

    S1:E18

    When Max's transmission goes silent, he and Barry seek refuge in an abandoned church while Tristan takes charge of The Odyssey. With time running out, Avery leads a high-stakes rescue mission to find Max.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Baken

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  23. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    4.0/10(19 votes)

    S1:E1

    The firm's tenth anniversary brings two high-profile cases. Allura's personal life takes a dramatic turn.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Baken

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  24. undefined Season 1 Episode 7 - Oh, Daddy!
    3.9/10(10 votes)

    S1:E7

    Bears, otters and cubs on board can only mean one thing: It's Gay Week on The Odyssey. As Max, Avery and Tristan navigate their relationships, Capt. Massey's brother arrives with an unexpected guest.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Baken

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  25. undefined Season 1 Episode 6 - Divorce Is Like a Death
    3.7/10(7 votes)

    S1:E6

    The firm takes on their toughest, and most personal mediation yet.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Baken

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Joe Baken Ratings Summary

"The Bender" is the best rated episode written by Joe Baken. It scored 7.9/10 from 15 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on October 2, 2024. It is rated 0.2 points higher than their second-best episode, "Pilot".