The Best Episodes Written By Joe Pokaski

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

  1. Background image for Tell-Tale Hearts
    8.6/10(7 votes)

    #1 - Tell-Tale Hearts

    S12:E2

    When three people confess to killing a family, the team must decide who is telling the truth.

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  2. Background image for Fallout
    8.2/10(26 votes)

    #2 - Fallout

    S1:E11

    The tragic events in Texas have sad, serious repercussions for many of the "heroes," their families and friends. Meanwhile, shocking details about the moments leading up to Isaac's predicted New York City nuclear bombing are revealed. Later, Issac's newest painting has fascinating future implications for a hero in crisis. Suresh takes the first steps along his new path. Matt and F.B.I. Agent Audrey Hanson pursue a break in the Sylar case. Horrified by Jessica's recent actions, Niki makes a tough decision to protect her family.

    Director:John Badham
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  3. Background image for Condemned
    8.2/10(120 votes)

    #3 - Condemned

    S1:E6

    Daredevil finds himself trapped in the fallout of Fisk's plan to take control of Hell's Kitchen. Ben Urich digs closer to the truth.

    Director:Guy Ferland
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  4. Background image for Malice in Wonderland
    8.1/10(8 votes)

    #4 - Malice in Wonderland

    S12:E18

    The team has few leads to go on when investigating a robbery-homicide at a themed wedding

    Director:Alec Smight
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  5. Background image for Zippered
    7.9/10(8 votes)

    #5 - Zippered

    S12:E9

    The murder of a retired Army Ranger brings the FBI in on the case, to Russell and Catherine's initial chagrin.

    Director:Alec Smight
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  6. Background image for Five Years Gone
    7.8/10(25 votes)

    #6 - Five Years Gone

    S1:E20

    Hiro and Ando's trek into the future leads them to meet some of the heroes as they are five years later, after the nuclear fallout. This includes a darker side of Matt, a Jessica/Niki with a clear winner in their battle, a brown-haired Claire, and a man named Andy, who's a big hearted Texan. It also features an event at an upscale gentleman's club.

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  7. Background image for Cautionary Tales
    7.8/10(20 votes)

    #7 - Cautionary Tales

    S2:E9

    Mr. Bennet prepares to move his family when he thinks the Company has found them, but Claire doesn't like the idea. Hiro returns to the present and upon discovering his father's death, travels back in time to stop it. Meanwhile, Matt works to master his new mental abilities.

    Director:Greg Yaitanes
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  8. Background image for The Eclipse (1)
    7.8/10(17 votes)

    #8 - The Eclipse (1)

    S3:E10

    The eclipse plays havoc with the heroes' powers. Arthur orders Elle and Sylar to bring in Claire. Hiro, Ando, and Matt follow Daphne to her hometown to learn what hold Arthur has on her, and Peter and Nathan travel to the Haitian's hometown to recruit him for the war with Pinehearst.

    Director:Greg Beeman
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  9. Background image for Shadowboxing
    7.8/10(17 votes)

    #9 - Shadowboxing

    S4:E9

    Claire is determined to get to the bottom of the Sorority Rush attacks on her own, until H.R.G. intervenes only to realize he may be the source of her troubles. Meanwhile, Peter's new ability is a perfect fit for his job and gives him the opportunity to help Emma accept her new life. Elsewhere, Sylar's battle at gaining full control over Matt's body escalates with potentially dangerous implications at stake.

    Director:Jim Chory
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  10. Background image for In the Blood
    7.8/10(121 votes)

    #10 - In the Blood

    S1:E4

    Two vicious Russian brothers working for Fisk strike back against Daredevil. Fisk moves to further consolidate his power in the criminal underworld.

    Director:Ken Girotti
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  11. Background image for Cold Wars
    7.6/10(16 votes)

    #11 - Cold Wars

    S3:E17

    While being held hostage, HRG is subjected to Matt Parkman's unique brand of interrogation, revealing how he became involved with Nathan's government plot to capture those with abilities. Meanwhile, Matt's discoveries bring Peter face-to-face with "The Hunter"

    Director:Seith Mann
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  12. Background image for Into Asylum
    7.6/10(16 votes)

    #12 - Into Asylum

    S3:E21

    Now that Nathan’s ability has been revealed and he has lost control of his operation, he and Claire go into hiding in Mexico. With Emile Danko now in control of the government operation, his plan to destroy everyone with abilities is set into motion as he teams up with an unlikely partner. Meanwhile, Angela and Peter seek refuge in a church and begin to mend their broken relationship.

    Director:Jim Chory
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  13. Background image for Wild Flowers
    7.6/10(8 votes)

    #13 - Wild Flowers

    S13:E3

    When a girl is shot and killed at a large rave in the desert, the CSI team has to search for clues, find her missing friend and bring the killer to justice.

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  14. Background image for Dead Air
    7.6/10(8 votes)

    #14 - Dead Air

    S13:E11

    The CSIs investigate the demise of a prominent news anchor during a live broadcast.

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  15. Background image for The Eclipse (2)
    7.5/10(17 votes)

    #15 - The Eclipse (2)

    S3:E11

    The eclipse continues to create chaos. Sylar and Elle face HRG's wrath. Peter, Nathan and the Haitian go up against Baron Samedi. Ando, Sam, and Frack try to help Hiro with his memory loss.

    Director:Holly Dale
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  16. Background image for Hysterical Blindness
    7.3/10(19 votes)

    #16 - Hysterical Blindness

    S4:E5

    Samuel prepares for new additions to his family, while Lydia warns him of the consequences. Claire discovers that her roommate Gretchen may have a hidden agenda. Meanwhile, Peter finds an unexpected way to connect with Emma, who would prefer to stay distant. Elsewhere, a different side of Sylar emerges as he desperately tries to remember the person he used to be.

    Director:S.J. Clarkson
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  17. Background image for One of Us, One of Them
    7.1/10(22 votes)

    #17 - One of Us, One of Them

    S3:E3

    HRG and his new partner go to a local bank heist with four villains; including Peter being trapped in one of them. Hiro and Ando track Daphne to Germany, and meet the Haitian. Tracy Strauss goes to New Orleans to find out more information about Niki. Meredith teaches Claire a lesson about fighting. Usutu shows Matt a series of paintings about him.

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  18. Background image for Lotus Eaters
    7.1/10(15 votes)

    #18 - Lotus Eaters

    S1:E7

    A mysterious man may be the key for Tandy to finally clear her father’s name. Unfortunately, getting the answers she needs will be difficult as the man has been in a catatonic state for almost a decade, but it might not be so impossible for two people with extraordinary powers. With Tyrone alongside to help, the two test their combined powers for the first time.

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  19. Background image for Level Up
    7.0/10(9 votes)

    #19 - Level Up

    S2:E10

    Tyrone and Tandy head to the Loa dimension to stop the evil force threatening New Orleans. To finally put an end to it, they must come face to face with their own personal issues that have been holding them back.

    Director:Philip John
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  20. Background image for Vikingtown Sound
    6.8/10(9 votes)

    #20 - Vikingtown Sound

    S2:E7

    Adina is pushed to a dangerous edge as she looks to get answers and closure for her two boys. Meanwhile, Tyrone comes in contact with a mysterious figure on his search for Tandy.

    Director:Joe Pokaski
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  21. Background image for First Light
    6.7/10(22 votes)

    #21 - First Light

    S1:E1

    Tandy Bowen and Tyrone Johnson – two teenagers from very different backgrounds, find themselves burdened and awakened to newly acquired superpowers which are mysteriously linked to one another. The only constant in their lives is danger and each other. Tandy can emit light daggers and Tyrone has the ability to control the power of darkness. They quickly learn they are better together than apart.

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  22. Background image for Suicide Sprints
    6.6/10(19 votes)

    #22 - Suicide Sprints

    S1:E2

    Tandy and Tyrone try to grasp what has happened to them with their new-found powers, while Tandy’s past catches up with her and Tyrone becomes consumed with revenge. Meanwhile, Detective Brigid O’Reilly works an interesting case that has ties to Tandy.

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  23. Background image for Princeton Offense
    6.5/10(15 votes)

    #23 - Princeton Offense

    S1:E5

    Tandy is consumed with getting answers about the Roxxon cover up. To get the answers she is looking for, Tandy tests out her power to gain new insights. Tyrone, on the other hand, is focusing on being a normal kid as the basketball state finals approach. With so much weighing on him lately, can he truly push everything to the side and win the big game for Billy? Meanwhile, Det. O’Reilly looks into the city’s drug problems to get some answers of her own.

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  24. Background image for Colony Collapse
    6.3/10(16 votes)

    #24 - Colony Collapse

    S1:E10

    Everything comes to a head for Tyrone and Tandy as the city of New Orleans is thrown into chaos. The two realize that it is time they face their destiny and test their powers as “The Divine Pairing” to save the city.

    Director:Wayne Che Yip
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Joe Pokaski Ratings Summary

"Tell-Tale Hearts" is the best rated episode written by Joe Pokaski. It scored 8.6/10 based on 7 votes. It was directed by Brad Tanenbaum. It aired on 9/28/2011 and is rated 0.4 points higher than their second-best episode, "Fallout".