The best episode written by Julia Ruchman is "Morning Star", rated 8.648/10 from 71 user votes. It was "directed by Michael Satrazemis". "Morning Star" aired on 3/8/2020 and is rated 0.0 point(s) higher than their second highest rated, "Promises Broken".
The Whisperers are coming for Hilltop. After Daryl and Lydia's encounter with Alpha, the communities must decide whether to run or fight. Meanwhile, Eugene's communication with Stephanie gets complicated.
Director: Michael Satrazemis
Writer: Julia Ruchman
Maggie learns a survival tactic from Negan; Eugene's group clears walkers; Daryl hunts with Leah.
Director: Greg Nicotero
Writer: Julia Ruchman
The communities prepare for the final battle of the Whisperers' War. Meanwhile, Eugene's group encounters Princess.
Director: Laura Besley
Writer: Julia Ruchman
Daryl and Negan rush to the Commonwealth to stop Hornsby from going after their families. Pamela deals with protestors demanding justice for Sebastian's crimes. Mercer needs Rosita's help to fight a swarm.
Director: Greg Nicotero
Writer: Julia Ruchman
A fight causes tensions in Oceanside while the Alexandrians set out on a high-stakes mission.
Director: John Dahl
Writer: Julia Ruchman
Eugene, Ezekiel, Yumiko and Princess are captured and separated. Princess struggles with memories of her traumatic past and tries to escape one way or another with the help of Ezekiel.
Director: Laura Belsey
Writer: Julia Ruchman
Odelle, Aslam and Luc hold an unconscious Frank in captivity. Meanwhile, Peter at last makes contact with Yusuf Qasim, and Ruby faces the reality that her mission is not yet complete.
Director: Jamie Payne
Writer: Julia Ruchman