The Best Episodes Written By John Zinman

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

John Zinman Ratings Summary

The best episode written by John Zinman is "The Conversation", rated 10/10 from 1 user votes. It was "directed by James Hayman". "The Conversation" aired on 4/20/2012 and is rated 0.0 point(s) higher than their second highest rated, "The Boy With The Bucket".

  • The Conversation
    10.0/10 1 votes

    #1 - The Conversation

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 4/20/2012

    When a family employs Walter to find their missing father and husband, the only help they can offer is a partial voicemail recording of his last message to them. Also, Leo’s memories of his deceased wife and daughter bring new meaning to the case and the family they’re trying to reunite.

    Director: James Hayman

    Writer: John Zinman

  • The Boy With The Bucket
    10.0/10 1 votes

    #2 - The Boy With The Bucket

    Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 5/11/2012

    When Langston, Walter's older brother comes to town, he asks Walter to go see their dying father whose last wish is for Walter to find his first love... Walter and Langston's mother. Additionally, a stolen painting he had previously found for a museum turns out to be fake, so now Walter must either find the original or return his finder's fee. Meanwhile, Willa struggles with her upcoming marriage to Timo, which is now only one week away.

    Director: Vahan Moosekian

    Writer: John Zinman

  • Git 'Er Done
    8.0/10 1 votes

    #3 - Git 'Er Done

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 10/30/2006

    The big game against the Tigers drawing closer, Coach Taylor must decide between Matt and the self-assured recruit Ray "Voodoo" Tatum for the starting quarterback. The feelings between Tim and Lyla grow stronger. Jason's newly-found motivation strives him to begin the rehab.

    Director: Mark Piznarski

    Writer: John Zinman

  • State
    8.0/10 1 votes

    #4 - State

    Season 1 Episode 22 - Aired 4/11/2007

    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: John Zinman

  • Voluntold
    8.0/10 1 votes

    #5 - Voluntold

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 10/18/2012

    Marcus and Sam learn they have been charged with treason; a threat brews among the group; an old friend of Sam's visits Christine.

    Director: Steven DePaul

    Writer: John Zinman

  • The Heavens Will Rise
    7.7/10 9 votes

    #6 - The Heavens Will Rise

    Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 11/16/2010

    The Graystones search New Cap City for Zoe, while Lacy uncovers a mystery about the Cylons. Clarice learns the truth about Amanda.

    Director: Michael Nankin

    Writer: John Zinman

  • The Stewmaker
    7.5/10 37 votes

    #7 - The Stewmaker

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 10/14/2013

    While continuing her investigation into the truth about Tom, Liz testifies against drug lord, Hector Lorca. Later another witness is abducted when he is forced to testify against the dangerous drug trafficker. Red’s interest is peaked and he informs the team that the witness may have been taken by "The Stewmaker" a man responsible for hundreds of missing and presumed dead people. Meanwhile, in an unlikely twist of events, Red and Ressler must work together for the first time.

    Director: Vincent Misiano

    Writer: John Zinman

  • Retribution
    7.2/10 9 votes

    #8 - Retribution

    Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 10/12/2010

    Daniel's deal with the Ha'la'tha leads to some unpalatable choices.

    Director: Jonas Pate

    Writer: John Zinman

  • Know Thy Enemy
    7.1/10 8 votes

    #9 - Know Thy Enemy

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 3/5/2010

    Tomas Vergis confronts Daniel over the theft of the meta-cognitive processor and the two workers who were murdered in the robbery. However, his means of revenge aren't quite what Daniel expects.

    Director: Michael Nankin

    Writer: John Zinman

  • Bathhouse & Hinky Dink
    6.0/10 1 votes

    #10 - Bathhouse & Hinky Dink

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 5/2/2011

    While Teresa and Jarek set the stage for their case against Alderman Gibbons, their effort to clean up Chicago takes an unexpected turn when a deadlocked jury acquits a corrupt city official. Suspicious, the two mount an investigation, only to discover that jury tampering is just the tip of the iceberg.

    Director: Terrence O'Hara

    Writer: John Zinman

  • Black Eyes & Broken Hearts
    5.0/10 2 votes

    #11 - Black Eyes & Broken Hearts

    Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 2/14/2007

    Due to racial comments from Coach Mac, the black players on the team refuse to play unless he is sacked.Julie is sucked deeper into the vortex as her friendship with Tyra develops. Matt tries to win Julie back.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: John Zinman