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The Best Episodes Written By Jonathan Butler

Every TV Episode Written by Jonathan Butler Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 7 Episode 2 - The Speed of Thought
    8.1/10(16 votes)

    #1 - The Speed of Thought

    S7:E2

    When Barry suddenly gains the power of speed thinking, he attempts to use his new gift to save Iris. While Barry is thrilled with his new power, Cisco is hesitant to trust it. Meanwhile, Eva must face a shattering truth.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jonathan Butler

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  2. undefined Season 9 Episode 2 - Hear No Evil
    8.0/10(8 votes)

    #2 - Hear No Evil

    S9:E2

    Barry feels guilty for what happened to Caitlin, and Mark comes up with a plan that makes everyone skeptical. Meanwhile, Red Death looms in Central City and commands that failure is not an option. Joe asks Cecile to make a choice that leads Cecile to think about the greater good. Allegra and Chester take a step in a new direction. Lastly, old friends pay an unexpected visit to S.T.A.R. Labs.

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    Writer:Jonathan Butler

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  3. undefined Season 9 Episode 5 - Mask of the Red Death (2)
    8.0/10(8 votes)

    #3 - Mask of the Red Death (2)

    S9:E5

    As the Red Death wreaks havoc on Central City, Barry and Iris come up with a plan and turn to Cecile for help. Barry is faced with what he thinks was his greatest mistake and the Red Death's greatest success. Khione wants to help Team Flash, but Barry can't risk losing her. Joe gives Barry a much-needed pep talk.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jonathan Butler

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  4. undefined Season 9 Episode 12 - A New World (3)
    7.8/10(6 votes)

    #4 - A New World (3)

    S9:E12

    Team Flash works together to figure out how to protect Barry, all while being very careful who they trust. Cecile is skeptical of the plan after an unsuccessful attempt. Khione's confidence in Chester enables him to convince Cecile to try one more time.

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    Writer:Jonathan Butler

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  5. undefined Season 6 Episode 7 - The Last Temptation of Barry Allen (1)
    7.5/10(12 votes)

    #5 - The Last Temptation of Barry Allen (1)

    S6:E7

    As Barry Allen stands on the threshold of his impending death in Crisis, his convictions are tested when the monstrous Dr. Ramsey Rosso infects The Flash with a mysterious, hallucinogenic contagion. Meanwhile, reporter Iris West-Allen uncovers a vast conspiracy.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jonathan Butler

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  6. undefined Season 5 Episode 3 - The Death of Vibe
    7.5/10(26 votes)

    #6 - The Death of Vibe

    S5:E3

    After Cicada's attack on The Flash, the team realizes they need to think outside the box to stop this dangerous new foe. Desperate to help her parents, Nora comes up with a plan that ultimately puts a member of Team Flash in danger. Meanwhile, Caitlin delves into her past.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jonathan Butler

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  7. undefined Season 4 Episode 18 - Lose Yourself
    7.5/10(27 votes)

    #7 - Lose Yourself

    S4:E18

    When Barry and Team Flash find a way to enter The Thinker’s lair, Ralph considers crossing a dangerous line to defeat DeVoe. Meanwhile, Joe is concerned by Harry’s recent behavior.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jonathan Butler

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  8. undefined Season 7 Episode 8 - The People v. Killer Frost
    7.4/10(9 votes)

    #8 - The People v. Killer Frost

    S7:E8

    With Frost facing an unjust punishment for her past crimes, Caitlin goes to great lengths to save her sister. Meanwhile, Barry's efforts to protect Speed Force Nora lead to a shocking discovery.

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    Writer:Jonathan Butler

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  9. undefined Season 4 Episode 13 - True Colors
    7.0/10(27 votes)

    #9 - True Colors

    S4:E13

    After hearing that Amunet has struck a deal to buy all of the metahumans in Iron Heights, Barry must decide if he should expose his powers in order to save his cellmates. After a visit from an old friend, Ralph is reminded of his shady past and wonders if he’s really a changed man.

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    Writer:Jonathan Butler

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  10. undefined Season 5 Episode 13 - Goldfaced
    6.9/10(18 votes)

    #10 - Goldfaced

    S5:E13

    Barry and Ralph must go undercover as criminals in an illegal black market to purchase a device that could help them stop Cicada. Once inside, Barry and Ralph find their morality tested as they slip deeper into the criminal world, eventually having to choose between committing a crime, or losing the means to defeat one of their greatest foes. Meanwhile, Iris investigates a lead on Cicada's whereabouts and ends up in a dangerous situation.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jonathan Butler

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  11. undefined Season 5 Episode 19 - Snow Pack
    6.9/10(18 votes)

    #11 - Snow Pack

    S5:E19

    When Icicle returns to enact the next phase of his devious plan, Caitlin and her mother, Dr. Carla Tannhauser, must resolve their long-combative relationship to defeat the icy monster. After Barry makes a big decision about their family without consulting her, Iris decides to take matters into her own hands.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jonathan Butler

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  12. undefined Season 8 Episode 2 - Armageddon (2)
    6.9/10(8 votes)

    #12 - Armageddon (2)

    S8:E2

    Despero warns The Flash that great tragedies will befall the speedster and cause him to lose his mind. Once that happens, Armageddon will begin. Determined to prove Despero wrong, Barry doubles down on proving his innocence but a devastating revelation from Iris pushes him to the edge and sends him to seek counsel from Black Lightning.

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    Writer:Jonathan Butler

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  13. undefined Season 5 Episode 7 - O Come, All Ye Thankful
    6.9/10(24 votes)

    #13 - O Come, All Ye Thankful

    S5:E7

    While Nora grapples with unresolved anger over her father’s disappearance in the future, Barry and Team Flash must stop a powerful new meta, Weather Witch, from killing her own father, Weather Wizard.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jonathan Butler

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  14. undefined Season 4 Episode 6 - When Harry Met Harry...
    6.9/10(28 votes)

    #14 - When Harry Met Harry...

    S4:E6

    When collectors of Native American artifacts are attacked by a meta named Mina Chayton who can bring inanimate objects to life, Barry turns to a surprising ally for help. Determined to crack the identity of The Thinker, Harry enlists Cisco's help to summon the ultimate think tank: "The Council of Wells'," a roundtable of the brightest Harrison Wells' from various Earths.

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    Writer:Jonathan Butler

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  15. undefined Season 6 Episode 17 - Liberation
    6.7/10(11 votes)

    #15 - Liberation

    S6:E17

    After recent events, Barry takes a closer look at his life with Iris. Eva makes a bold move.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jonathan Butler

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  16. undefined Season 8 Episode 19 - Negative (1)
    6.7/10(7 votes)

    #16 - Negative (1)

    S8:E19

    The Flash and team are in for the fight of their lives, meanwhile, Iris discovers the cause of her time sickness.

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    Writer:Jonathan Butler

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  17. undefined Season 4 Episode 2 - Mixed Signals
    6.6/10(33 votes)

    #17 - Mixed Signals

    S4:E2

    Barry has his hands full when he takes on a dangerous meta who can control technology, while also confronting an obstacle in his personal life: the ramifications of abandoning Iris for six months to balance the Speed Force. Meanwhile, Gypsy breaches in for a hot date with Cisco, but she gets annoyed when his work keeps them apart.

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    Writer:Jonathan Butler

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  18. undefined Season 8 Episode 14 - Funeral for a Friend
    6.2/10(6 votes)

    #18 - Funeral for a Friend

    S8:E14

    Team Flash uses the distraction of a bank robbing Meta to detract from the grief of losing someone they love.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jonathan Butler

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  19. undefined Season 7 Episode 11 - Family Matters (2)
    5.6/10(11 votes)

    #19 - Family Matters (2)

    S7:E11

    Barry and Iris come together to try and stop a dangerous force from destroying Central City.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jonathan Butler

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  20. undefined Season 7 Episode 14 - Rayo De Luz
    5.6/10(7 votes)

    #20 - Rayo De Luz

    S7:E14

    When Ultraviolet returns to Central City, Allegra is determined to find her cousin and change her heart. Meanwhile, Joe finds evidence that Kristen Kramer may not be the good cop she appears to be.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Jonathan Butler

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  21. undefined Season 9 Episode 17 - Dust Busters
    2.0/10(1 votes)

    #21 - Dust Busters

    S9:E17

    Fairy Dust has been building up in Timmy's room, so he needs to clear it out before he can make more wishes.

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    Writer:Jonathan Butler

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Jonathan Butler Ratings Summary

"The Speed of Thought" is the best rated episode written by Jonathan Butler. It scored 8.125/10 based on 16 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 3/9/2021 and is rated 0.1 points higher than their second-best episode, "Hear No Evil".