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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 1 Episode 3 - Bless Me, Father, for I Have Sinned
    9.5/10(2 votes)

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

    S1:E3

    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.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  2. undefined Season 2 Episode 14 - Through Many Dangers, Toils and Snares
    8.7/10(10 votes)

    #2 - Through Many Dangers, Toils and Snares

    S2:E14

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

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  3. undefined Season 4 Episode 19 - Shadow Play
    8.4/10(5 votes)

    #3 - Shadow Play

    S4:E19

    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.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  4. undefined Season 3 Episode 8 - Stolen Kisses
    8.2/10(8 votes)

    #4 - Stolen Kisses

    S3:E8

    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.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  5. undefined Season 4 Episode 3 - Cat's Cradle
    8.2/10(8 votes)

    #5 - Cat's Cradle

    S4:E3

    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.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  6. undefined Season 1 Episode 11 - Moments Later
    8.0/10(10 votes)

    #6 - Moments Later

    S1:E11

    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.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  7. undefined Season 3 Episode 22 - Will the Circle Be Unbroken?
    8.0/10(6 votes)

    #7 - Will the Circle Be Unbroken?

    S3:E22

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

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  8. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - The Ghost Sonata
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #8 - The Ghost Sonata

    S1:E4

    Alison hunts for Taylor, thinking she may be alive and in hiding. Caitlin, Ava and Dylan realize their newfound true friendship is threatened by still buried secrets and debate coming clean to each other. And the Perfectionists try to tighten a noose around their number one suspect.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  9. undefined Season 2 Episode 20 - CTRL:A
    7.9/10(10 votes)

    #9 - CTRL:A

    S2:E20

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

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  10. undefined Season 3 Episode 18 - Dead to Me
    7.8/10(7 votes)

    #10 - Dead to Me

    S3:E18

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

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  11. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Can You Hear Me Now
    7.6/10(12 votes)

    #11 - Can You Hear Me Now

    S1:E4

    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.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  12. undefined Season 2 Episode 2 - The Goodbye Look
    7.5/10(9 votes)

    #12 - The Goodbye Look

    S2:E2

    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.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  13. undefined Season 1 Episode 8 - Please, Do Talk About Me When I'm Gone
    7.4/10(12 votes)

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

    S1:E8

    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.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  14. undefined Season 2 Episode 23 - Eye of the Beholder
    7.3/10(9 votes)

    #14 - Eye of the Beholder

    S2:E23

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

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  15. undefined Season 4 Episode 13 - Grave New World
    7.2/10(7 votes)

    #15 - Grave New World

    S4:E13

    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.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  16. undefined Season 6 Episode 11 - Of Late I Think of Rosewood
    7.2/10(5 votes)

    #16 - Of Late I Think of Rosewood

    S6:E11

    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?

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  17. undefined Season 4 Episode 4 - Face Time
    7.2/10(8 votes)

    #17 - Face Time

    S4:E4

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

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  18. undefined Season 1 Episode 20 - Someone to Watch Over Me
    7.1/10(11 votes)

    #18 - Someone to Watch Over Me

    S1:E20

    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.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  19. undefined Season 3 Episode 3 - Kingdom of the Blind
    7.0/10(8 votes)

    #19 - Kingdom of the Blind

    S3:E3

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

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  20. undefined Season 6 Episode 2 - Songs of Innocence
    7.0/10(6 votes)

    #20 - Songs of Innocence

    S6:E2

    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.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  21. undefined Season 5 Episode 11 - No One Here Can Love or Understand Me
    7.0/10(5 votes)

    #21 - No One Here Can Love or Understand Me

    S5:E11

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

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  22. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #22 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    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.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  23. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - Death and the Maiden
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #23 - Death and the Maiden

    S1:E2

    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.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  24. undefined Season 2 Episode 7 - Surface Tension
    6.9/10(7 votes)

    #24 - Surface Tension

    S2:E7

    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.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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  25. undefined Season 1 Episode 17 - The New Normal
    6.9/10(11 votes)

    #25 - The New Normal

    S1:E17

    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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    Writer:Joseph Dougherty

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Joseph Dougherty Ratings Summary

"Bless Me, Father, for I Have Sinned" is the best rated episode written by Joseph Dougherty. It scored 9.5/10 based on 2 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 8/6/2007 and is rated 0.8 points higher than their second-best episode, "Through Many Dangers, Toils and Snares".