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The Best Episodes Written By Josh Malmuth

Every TV Episode Written by Josh Malmuth Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    Abby's unlicensed backyard bar hits a major snag when new landlord Bill, who recently inherited the house from his deceased aunt, shows up and proposes major changes.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Josh Malmuth

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  2. undefined Season 1 Episode 9 - Rosie's Band
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #2 - Rosie's Band

    S1:E9

    Abby finally allows Rosie’s band to perform at the bar. When the band isn’t exactly what Abby hoped it would be, she has trouble telling Rosie the truth.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Josh Malmuth

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  3. undefined Season 6 Episode 3 - Floor Supervisor
    7.7/10(6 votes)

    #3 - Floor Supervisor

    S6:E3

    With the floor supervisor position available, Jonah decides to throw his hat in the ring, much to Dina's chagrin. Glenn and Mateo struggle to find the right balance in their working relationship. Garrett tries to prove he's been in love before.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Josh Malmuth

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  4. undefined Season 6 Episode 13 - Lowell Anderson
    7.6/10(7 votes)

    #4 - Lowell Anderson

    S6:E13

    When the Cloud 9 founder's son makes a surprise visit, the employees struggle to accommodate his bold ideas. Garrett helps Dina navigate a tricky situation with Brian. Jonah and Sandra use social media to investigate some worrying news.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Josh Malmuth

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  5. undefined Season 1 Episode 19 - Secrets
    7.3/10(19 votes)

    #5 - Secrets

    S1:E19

    While training for a marathon, Jess discovers that Cece has been keeping a secret from her, and their friendship is put to the test. Meanwhile, Winston can't handle being the only one who knows about Cece and Schmidt, and Nick reluctantly asks for Schmidt's help as he tries to juggle dating two women at once.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Josh Malmuth

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  6. undefined Season 3 Episode 4 - Halloween 3: The Guest Who Wouldn't Leave
    7.3/10(10 votes)

    #6 - Halloween 3: The Guest Who Wouldn't Leave

    S3:E4

    Pete's ex-wife, Carol, shows up at Woodstone Mansion during Sam and Jay's Halloween party, where they're trying to impress some cool friends. Also, the ghosts hope to bring Flower back with a séance.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Josh Malmuth

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  7. undefined Season 1 Episode 3 - Viking Funeral
    7.3/10(16 votes)

    #7 - Viking Funeral

    S1:E3

    When Thorfinn’s bones are discovered on the Woodstone property, he asks Sam to conduct the traditional Viking funeral he’s always wanted. However, Sam and Jay are torn when they learn that the bones could be sold to a museum for a lot of much-needed cash. Also, the ghosts conduct an election for a “ghost representative” to bring issues to Sam.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Josh Malmuth

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  8. undefined Season 2 Episode 5 - Models
    7.2/10(18 votes)

    #8 - Models

    S2:E5

    After spending a wild night out with Cece and her model friends, Jess jumps in the driver's seat when she must fill in for Cece at a car show. Meanwhile, the guys question what defines male friendship after Schmidt buys Nick a cookie.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Josh Malmuth

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  9. undefined Season 2 Episode 18 - Tinfinity
    7.2/10(17 votes)

    #9 - Tinfinity

    S2:E18

    Jess catches the eye of a professional football player, with whom Winston landed an exclusive interview for his radio station. Meanwhile, Nick and Schmidt argue over the planning of their "TinFinity" party celebrating their tenth anniversary of living together, and Cece gets a surprise offer

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    Writer:Josh Malmuth

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  10. undefined Season 1 Episode 14 - Ghostwriter
    7.2/10(12 votes)

    #10 - Ghostwriter

    S1:E14

    When Sasappis offers to help Sam complete the B&B website so they can start taking reservations, they butt heads over the creative direction. Also, Pete bonds with Jay over basketball until Jay makes a new living friend, and Flower attempts to be Pete’s new basketball buddy.

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    Writer:Josh Malmuth

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  11. undefined Season 1 Episode 12 - The Landlord
    7.1/10(17 votes)

    #11 - The Landlord

    S1:E12

    Against Nick's wishes, Jess makes it her mission to get the loft's cantankerous landlord to like her. In doing so, she inadvertently jeopardizes their living situation and the guys are forced to admit they've made some "unofficial" changes to the apartment. Meanwhile Schmidt tries to decipher what he thinks are mixed signals from his boss Kim.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Josh Malmuth

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  12. undefined Season 5 Episode 12 - D-Day
    7.1/10(11 votes)

    #12 - D-Day

    S5:E12

    After Cece receives an exciting new job offer, Jess agrees to help Schmidt with the wedding preparations, but things don’t go as planned when Schmidt’s dad, Gavin, appears. Meanwhile, Winston and Nick get into a competition over whose job is harder.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Josh Malmuth

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  13. undefined Season 1 Episode 8 - Bad In Bed
    7.0/10(19 votes)

    #13 - Bad In Bed

    S1:E8

    When Jess decides to take her relationship with Paul to the next level, she consults with the guys for some sex advice. Meanwhile, Schmidt worms his way into his boss' baby shower to compete with his office female counterpart.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Josh Malmuth

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  14. undefined Season 2 Episode 4 - The Tree
    6.9/10(12 votes)

    #14 - The Tree

    S2:E4

    Sasappis convinces Sam and Jay to try and save an old tree on the Woodstone property that the neighbors want to cut down. Also, Thor attempts to become more environmentally friendly to get Flower’s attention.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Josh Malmuth

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  15. undefined Season 2 Episode 16 - Isaac's Book
    6.9/10(11 votes)

    #15 - Isaac's Book

    S2:E16

    Sam struggles to keep Isaac’s spirits up after she hits a wall trying to publish a biography about him. Also, Trevor and Hetty conspire to keep their relationship hidden and Thor tries to prove to Flower that he can control his anger.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Josh Malmuth

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  16. undefined Season 4 Episode 4 - Micro
    6.9/10(16 votes)

    #16 - Micro

    S4:E4

    To prove that girls aren't shallow, Jess goes out on a date with a guy whose shortcomings fall way below the belt. Meanwhile, Winston and Cece pit Schmidt and Coach against each other, while convincing them they could be male models.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Josh Malmuth

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  17. undefined Season 5 Episode 3 - Jury Duty
    6.9/10(17 votes)

    #17 - Jury Duty

    S5:E3

    Jess eagerly reports to jury duty, until she discovers she may be up for a work promotion. Meanwhile, Nick reaches his limit with Cece's messiness in the loft.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Josh Malmuth

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  18. undefined Season 3 Episode 10 - Thanksgiving III
    6.8/10(18 votes)

    #18 - Thanksgiving III

    S3:E10

    Nick and Jess take the gang camping for Thanksgiving; Coach and Schmidt compete to prove who is the best woodsman; Cece and Winston bond over a shared dislike for the outdoors.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Josh Malmuth

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  19. undefined Season 3 Episode 20 - Mars Landing
    6.8/10(16 votes)

    #19 - Mars Landing

    S3:E20

    Jess and Nick face some truths about their relationship, while Schmidt, Winston and Coach scramble to make a better second impression on their hot new neighbors. Also, Cece panics after she drunk-texts Buster

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Josh Malmuth

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  20. undefined Season 2 Episode 13 - A Father's Love
    6.6/10(17 votes)

    #20 - A Father's Love

    S2:E13

    When Nick's con-man father suddenly reappears, Jess tries her best to fix the two men's relationship, despite Nick's fears that he's being used in another one of his dad's gambling schemes. Meanwhile, Schmidt teams up with Robby to try to win back Cece.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Josh Malmuth

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  21. undefined Season 5 Episode 19 - Dress
    6.5/10(11 votes)

    #21 - Dress

    S5:E19

    Jess races to make alterations to Cece’s bridal dress, while Schmidt tries to keep his “wedding workshop” a secret at work, and Nick struggles to ask Reagan to be his date to the nuptials. Meanwhile, Winston and Aly try to keep their relationship on the down-low at work.

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    Writer:Josh Malmuth

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Josh Malmuth Ratings Summary

"Pilot" is the best rated episode written by Josh Malmuth. It scored 10/10 based on 1 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 3/28/2019 and is rated 2.0 points higher than their second-best episode, "Rosie's Band".