The Best Episodes Written By John Hoffman

Every TV Episode Written by John Hoffman Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 5 Episode 1 - Nail in the Coffin
    9.7/10(170 votes)

    #1 - Nail in the Coffin

    S5:E1

    While investigating Lester’s mysterious "accidental" death, the clues lure Charles, Oliver, and Mabel out of Manhattan — and straight into some dangerous new "old" territory.

    Director:N/A

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  2. undefined Season 1 Episode 10 - Open and Shut
    9.4/10(134 votes)

    #2 - Open and Shut

    S1:E10

    In the season finale, the trio races toward a resolution while their own lives are put in danger.

    Director:N/A

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  3. undefined Season 2 Episode 10 - I Know Who Did It
    9.4/10(245 votes)

    #3 - I Know Who Did It

    S2:E10

    One question remains: Who did it??? Oh, who are we kidding -- there's a few more questions raised, too.

    Director:N/A

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  4. undefined Season 3 Episode 10 - Opening Night
    9.4/10(89 votes)

    #4 - Opening Night

    S3:E10

    Curtain call on Season 3! Charles, Mabel & Oliver race to entrap the killer on Opening Night. As the musical thrills its Broadway audience, the trio brave further twists & turns from behind, above and all around the stage.

    Director:N/A

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  5. undefined Season 4 Episode 10 - My Best Friend's Wedding
    9.4/10(74 votes)

    #5 - My Best Friend's Wedding

    S4:E10

    The final answers to our season are revealed - but not before the trio faces mortal danger and an Arconia wedding.

    Director:N/A

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  6. undefined Season 1 Episode 9 - Double Time
    9.3/10(130 votes)

    #6 - Double Time

    S1:E9

    With the residents growing upset at the building’s negative publicity, the trio faces a revolt. Charles is visited by an old colleague who sheds light on his past.

    Director:N/A

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  7. undefined Season 2 Episode 1 - Persons of Interest
    9.3/10(250 votes)

    #7 - Persons of Interest

    S2:E1

    Welcome home, Arconiacs! Minutes after Season 1’s finale, Charles, Oliver and Mabel are now implicated in the murder of Board President, Bunny Folger. They must choose whether to lay low or risk their safety by catching the killer themselves.

    Director:N/A

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  8. undefined Season 3 Episode 1 - The Show Must...
    9.2/10(100 votes)

    #8 - The Show Must...

    S3:E1

    Curtain up on Season 3! And Leading Man down! After Ben Glenroy's collapse on stage, Charles, Oliver & Mabel piece together the show’s first days with a suspicious cast & crew to determine if foul play was involved. Spoiler alert...

    Director:N/A

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  9. undefined Season 4 Episode 1 - Once Upon a Time in the West
    9.2/10(100 votes)

    #9 - Once Upon a Time in the West

    S4:E1

    Charles, Oliver & Mabel are whisked to Los Angeles where a legendary film studio intends to adapt their podcast. However, Hollywood's glitz is overshadowed by a stunning clue about Charles' stunt double & friend Sazz Pataki.

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  10. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - True Crime
    9.0/10(340 votes)

    #10 - True Crime

    S1:E1

    Upper West Side neighbors Charles, Oliver & Mabel bond over a shared love of true crime. When a fellow resident dies in their building, the trio determine to solve the mystery and record an accompanying podcast.

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  11. undefined Season 1 Episode 7 - Looking for a Plus-One
    8.8/10(5 votes)

    #11 - Looking for a Plus-One

    S1:E7

    Patrick is nervous about Richie meeting his family at his sister's wedding. Unsure of himself, Agustín pulls out of an art exhibition and fights with Frank, while Dom ignores Lynn's advice as they prepare for the restaurant pop-up. opening.

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  12. undefined Season 5 Episode 4 - The Crosswalk
    8.6/10(5 votes)

    #12 - The Crosswalk

    S5:E4

    Grace and Brianna clash at work as Grace faces a tough day. With Joan-Margaret's help, Frankie fights ageism. Peter's casting decision shocks Robert.

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  13. undefined Season 6 Episode 4 - The Funky Walnut
    8.5/10(6 votes)

    #13 - The Funky Walnut

    S6:E4

    Robert and Sol grapple with a health scare, while Grace's bad knee sparks a new business idea. Coyote connects with Bud's ex-girlfriend.

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  14. undefined Season 4 Episode 4 - The Expiration Date
    8.5/10(11 votes)

    #14 - The Expiration Date

    S4:E4

    Grace fears her relationship has reached its expiration date. Frankie faces an existential crisis when she learns she's been declared legally dead.

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  15. undefined Season 2 Episode 5 - The Test
    7.9/10(13 votes)

    #15 - The Test

    S2:E5

    Frankie has difficulty passing the test to renew her driver's license. Grace attempts to amp up her social life by reconnecting with old friends.

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  16. undefined Season 68 Episode 1 - 92nd Academy Awards
    7.2/10(4 votes)

    #16 - 92nd Academy Awards

    S68:E1

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  17. undefined Season 3 Episode 8 - The Alert
    6.9/10(11 votes)

    #17 - The Alert

    S3:E8

    Grace and Frankie launch their business, and Bud brings gifts they're reluctant to accept. Sol is upset that Bud wants to fire a longtime employee.

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  18. undefined Season 2 Episode 3 - Looking Top to Bottom
    6.2/10(9 votes)

    #18 - Looking Top to Bottom

    S2:E3

    Patrick gets ready for his first official overnight stay with Kevin. Kevin does not want Patrick's friends to know they are seeing one another. Agustin goes to see Richie to sort things out.

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  19. undefined Season 2 Episode 10 - Looking for Home
    5.0/10(7 votes)

    #19 - Looking for Home

    S2:E10

    In the season two finale, Patrick makes a discovery that leads him to question what he wants in a relationship. Malik encourages Dom to try to patch things up with Doris. Agustin's nerves come out at the shelter's mural-unveiling event.

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John Hoffman Ratings Summary

"Nail in the Coffin" is the best rated episode written by John Hoffman. It scored 9.7/10 based on 170 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 9/9/2025 and is rated 0.3 points higher than their second-best episode, "Open and Shut".