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The Best Episodes Written By Lauren Gussis

Every TV Episode Written by Lauren Gussis Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

  1. 9.2/10(4 votes)

    #1 - Pig

    S2:E1

    Patty and Bob work frantically to cover up her crimes and are met with a few surprises. The regionals queen is given her crown.

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  2. 9.0/10(46 votes)

    #2 - Hello, Dexter Morgan

    S4:E11

    Miami Metro is just one step away from discovering the identity of the Trinity Killer. And Dexter can't let that happen. Dexter must take drastic action to buy himself time to deal with Trinity in his own fashion. Arthur, who still can't understand why Dexter didn't simply turn him in, begins his own bloody investigation into Kyle Butler.

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  3. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #3 - Poison Patty

    S2:E4

    Coralee and Regina throw a feminist period party. Bob goes polyamorous speed dating. Patty is haunted by visions while mentoring a "little sister."

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  4. 8.3/10(47 votes)

    #4 - I Had a Dream

    S3:E11

    While preparing for his big wedding day, Dexter has to figure out a way to remove Miguel from his life for good. In the meantime, Rita has troubles of her own, when Syl reveals that Miguel has been seeing one of his old flames. Debra finds a new clue that brings her even closer to catching the Skinner.

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  5. 8.3/10(39 votes)

    #5 - Teenage Wasteland

    S5:E9

    Dexter and Lumen hunt for their next victim; Debra uncovers new evidence in the Barrel Girl case

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    Director:N/A
  6. 8.1/10(42 votes)

    #6 - If I Had a Hammer

    S4:E6

    Dexter knows it’s only a matter of time before Miami Metro discovers the Trinity Killer’s latest handiwork. Therefore, he has to work doubly hard to stay one step ahead of their investigation. Dexter has begun to realize that the closer he gets to Trinity, the more he stands to learn from this very different beast. Trinity hides behind a well-kept mask, and getting behind that facade will require some extra prodding on Dexter’s part. Meanwhile, Debra becomes frustrated when she finds herself shut out from her own case. She considers bending the rules in the name of justice, risking her career in the process. LaGuerta and Batista come to regret a major decision, and realize that by playing by the rules they may have painted themselves into a corner. And when the friction between Rita and Dexter comes to a head, Dexter gleans relationship advice from a most unlikely source.

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  7. 8.1/10(65 votes)

    #7 - Shrink Wrap

    S1:E8

    Dexter appears to be connected to a psychiatrist suspected of murdering a suicidal patient.

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  8. 8.1/10(39 votes)

    #8 - A Horse of a Different Color

    S6:E4

    Much to his own surprise, an emergency with Harrison and a new tableau from Gellar and Travis has Dexter leaning on Brother Sam and an unexpected winged messenger for support as he questions the idea of faith; with proof of a religiously motivated killer, Homicide hunts for a zealot, with Debra giving her first official press conference.

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    Director:John Dahl
  9. 8.0/10(48 votes)

    #9 - Easy as Pie

    S3:E7

    Dexter angers Miguel when he says no to his latest offer, who's unsure the next target lives up (or down) to Harry's Code. Meanwhile, an elderly, deathly ill Camilla asks Dexter to kill her, insisting she would never ask a friend to do something against his conscience. Also, Rita discovers that Sylvia believes her husband Miguel has had an affair; and Anton is told he is bait to get at Skinner.

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    Director:Steve Shill
  10. 8.0/10(1 votes)

    #10 - The Most You You Can Be

    S2:E10

    The Miss American Lady pageant declares its winner as shocking truths come to light, and Patty embraces her inner self, much to Bob's dismay.

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  11. 7.9/10(49 votes)

    #11 - Dex, Lies, and Videotape

    S2:E6

    A copy-cat killer follows the lead of the "Bay Harbor Butcher." Dexter must destroy an incriminating surveillance video.

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    Director:Nick Gomez
  12. 7.7/10(25 votes)

    #12 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    Bullied teenager Patty goes to court to defend her fight with a homeless man. Defense attorney Bob sees a chance to redeem himself by helping her.

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  13. 7.6/10(41 votes)

    #13 - Ricochet Rabbit

    S6:E10

    Dexter tries to figure out the Doomsday Killers' next victim before it's too late; Debra has a strong reaction to a crime scene, which leads her to the realization that she leans too heavily on her brother.

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  14. 7.5/10(50 votes)

    #14 - What's Eating Dexter Morgan?

    S8:E3

    Dexter continues his manhunt for the Brain Surgeon. Dr. Vogel tries to prove to Dexter that he’s perfect as a psychopath. Debra’s PTSD kicks in and she makes a desperate plea to confess to LaGuerta’s murder.

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  15. 7.2/10(11 votes)

    #15 - Skinny Is Magic

    S1:E2

    After a suspicious fire at a motel, Patty wonders whether she was at fault. She and Nonnie try to solve the mystery on the first day of senior year.

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  16. 7.0/10(9 votes)

    #16 - Bikinis and Bitches

    S1:E5

    Someone hacks Patty's phone and frames her for cyberbullying. Magnolia has an idea on how to save the day. Brick has a heart-to-heart with his dad.

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  17. 6.4/10(7 votes)

    #17 - Wieners and Losers

    S1:E8

    Patty has a very important decision to make about her future. Bob's father tells him to save his marriage with Coralee.

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  18. 6.4/10(7 votes)

    #18 - Why Bad Things Happen

    S1:E12

    Nonnie and Brick search for Patty when she goes missing. Bob is faced with a seemingly impossible decision. Regina gives Christian advice.

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  19. 6.3/10(6 votes)

    #19 - Winners Win. Period.

    S1:E11

    Patty tries to make amends. The Bobs struggle with how to move forward. Regina believes in Coralee's entrepreneurial plan.

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Lauren Gussis Ratings Summary

"Pig" is the best rated episode written by Lauren Gussis. It scored 9.2/10 based on 4 votes. It was directed by Andrew Fleming. It aired on 10/11/2019 and is rated 0.2 points higher than their second-best episode, "Hello, Dexter Morgan".