The Best Episodes Written By Joseph Dougherty

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   9.5/10(2 votes)

   #1 - Bless Me, Father, for I Have Sinned

   S1:E38/6/2007

   Grace and her team investigate the murder of a manager of a sleazy local motel. The investigation eventually leads to a maid, who claims the victim was trying to rape her. Complications arise when a local priest offers her the right of sanctuary. Meanwhile, Grace begins to accept Earl's presence in her life.

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   8.7/10(12 votes)

   #2 - Through Many Dangers, Toils and Snares

   S2:E141/2/2012

   The fractured foursome endure their legal punishment plus the pain of shunning loved ones. But changes are coming.

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   8.4/10(5 votes)

   #3 - Shadow Play

   S4:E192/11/2014

   This special black-and-white episode gives a nod to 1940s-era film noir as Spencer's numerous sleepless nights with the help of prescription pills start to take a toll on her.

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   8.2/10(8 votes)

   #4 - Cat's Cradle

   S4:E36/25/2013

   Hanna worries that her mother is keeping a dangerous secret and is determined to protect her at all costs, which leads to an uncomfortable meeting with Detective Holbrook.

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   8.0/10(12 votes)

   #5 - Moments Later

   S1:E111/3/2011

   Moments after Hanna is hit by a car, the girls' world is turned upside down. 'A' is no longer content to play a game of cat and mouse, and things take a far more precarious turn.

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   8.0/10(8 votes)

   #6 - Will the Circle Be Unbroken?

   S3:E223/5/2013

   Spencer’s mental state deteriorates while her friends fret. A reappearance proves miraculous and ominous.

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   8.0/10(10 votes)

   #7 - Stolen Kisses

   S3:E87/31/2012

   Spencer asks Caleb for help. Aria learns about Ezra's past. Emily is worried about how Paige will be affected by everything "A" has done to her.

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   7.9/10(12 votes)

   #8 - CTRL:A

   S2:E202/13/2012

   Caleb’s laptop leads to trouble, Aria learns what Holden has held back, and a man who had information for Alison demands money.

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   7.8/10(9 votes)

   #9 - Dead to Me

   S3:E182/5/2013

   Emily’s memories get muddled in therapy, Caleb’s boyhood things intrigue Hanna, Ezra’s brother brings trouble, and Spencer gets bitter.

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    7.8/10(15 votes)

    #10 - Can You Hear Me Now

    S1:E46/29/2010

    Tired of being harassed by 'A', the girls decide to put a stop to the anonymous emails and text messages by blocking all unknown users. But the friends' problems are far from over.

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    7.6/10(15 votes)

    #11 - Please, Do Talk About Me When I'm Gone

    S1:E87/27/2010

    After much planning, the day of Alison's memorial is around the corner, and the girls are ready to say their goodbyes. But their last-minute preparations soon get derailed.

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    7.5/10(11 votes)

    #12 - Eye of the Beholder

    S2:E233/5/2012

    Jenna’s return brings conflict, Aria agrees to a risky meeting, while a bag of Alison’s possessions seems like old news.

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    7.4/10(11 votes)

    #13 - The Goodbye Look

    S2:E26/21/2011

    Emily gets a lifeline, Aria faces Mr Fitz’s farewell, Hanna confronts her father, and Spencer is troubled by Toby’s treatment, Melissa’s lies, plus Alison’s brother.

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    7.3/10(13 votes)

    #14 - Someone to Watch Over Me

    S1:E203/7/2011

    Everyone has a secret in Rosewood and it's only a matter of time before it is revealed. Four girls know this to be especially true and are reminded of it on a daily basis.

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    7.2/10(7 votes)

    #15 - Grave New World

    S4:E1310/22/2013

    Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer crash the Ravenswood Founders Day Celebration after a clue in "A"'s new lair suggests that Ali may indeed be alive.

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    7.2/10(5 votes)

    #16 - Of Late I Think of Rosewood

    S6:E111/12/2016

    After years of tormenting and numerous shocking revelations, Torn between their old habits and their new lives, the events in Rosewood compel the Liars to join forces once again, as relationships are put to the test and secrets are revealed. Having matured over the past few years, these are not the same girls who left Rosewood. As new lies emerge – how will they push forward without going back?

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17. 

    7.2/10(8 votes)

    #17 - Face Time

    S4:E47/2/2013

    Holbrook's partner, Lt Tanner, comes to town, intensifying their investigation into the Liars and their possible connection to Wilden's death.

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    7.2/10(9 votes)

    #18 - Surface Tension

    S2:E77/26/2011

    Reaction to a dug-up item raises Spencer’s suspicions, an awkward dinner is disturbed at Aria’s, while Emily finds rooming with Hanna a pain.

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    7.0/10(13 votes)

    #19 - The New Normal

    S1:E172/14/2011

    What happens to one little liar when parent-teacher conferences come around and her father sits face-to-face with the love of her life?

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    7.0/10(10 votes)

    #20 - Kingdom of the Blind

    S3:E36/19/2012

    Spencer asks questions, but stumbles upon a larger secret, while Aria agrees to be Jenna's accompanist.

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    7.0/10(6 votes)

    #21 - Songs of Innocence

    S6:E26/9/2015

    The girls may have gotten out of the Dollhouse but what happened to them during their time of captivity has lasting effects. With worried loved ones watching over them, the PLLs are home and trying to heal, with not much success. Even with suspected tormentor Andrew in custody, Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer fear they are far from safe. Meanwhile, Alison must deal with her past indiscretions and her notoriety around Rosewood.

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    7.0/10(5 votes)

    #22 - No One Here Can Love or Understand Me

    S5:E118/19/2014

    Melissa reveals her knowledge of Alison's disappearance to Spencer; Emily seeks Ezra's help.

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    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #23 - Pilot

    S1:E110/22/2013

    After opting to stay in Ravenswood to help out new pal Miranda, Caleb begins to rethink his decision, especially after he meets Miranda's cold and unwelcoming uncle Raymond. Caleb also has some unpleasant interactions with local resident Luke, who is struggling to deal with a recent family tragedy and its ensuing scandal, which has also swept up his twin sister Olivia.

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    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #24 - Death and the Maiden

    S1:E210/29/2013

    Caleb struggles in the aftermath of what happened at the Ravenswood Homecoming Parade. Remy begins to draw troubling parallels between recent events and painful chapters in Ravenswood history. Luke bristles at Caleb’s presence, especially around Remy. And Miranda can’t quite grasp her new reality. Meanwhile, Luke tries to make Olivia face some hard truths about their parents. And Caleb comes face to face with the last person he ever expected to see.

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    6.9/10(6 votes)

    #25 - The Melody Lingers On

    S5:E243/10/2015

    Testimony at Alison's trial reveals a plethora of lies; Spencer, Aria, Emily, and Caleb follow a string of clues in hope of uncovering information that will clear Hanna.

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