The Best Episodes Written By Lauren Gussis
Every TV Episode Written by Lauren Gussis Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters
Lauren Gussis Ratings Summary
The best episode written by Lauren Gussis is "Pig", rated 9.2/10 from 4 user votes. It was "directed by Andrew Fleming". "Pig" aired on 10/11/2019 and is rated 0.3 point(s) higher than their second highest rated, "Hello, Dexter Morgan".
9.2/10 4 votes#1 - Pig
Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 10/11/2019
Patty and Bob work frantically to cover up her crimes and are met with a few surprises. The regionals queen is given her crown.
Director: Andrew Fleming
Writer: Lauren Gussis
8.9/10 41 votes#2 - Hello, Dexter Morgan
Season 4 Episode 11 - Aired 12/6/2009
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.
Director: Michael Cuesta
Writer: Lauren Gussis
8.5/10 2 votes#3 - Poison Patty
Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 10/11/2019
Coralee and Regina throw a feminist period party. Bob goes polyamorous speed dating. Patty is haunted by visions while mentoring a "little sister."
Director: Andrew Fleming
Writer: Lauren Gussis
8.3/10 33 votes#4 - Teenage Wasteland
Season 5 Episode 9 - Aired 11/21/2010
Dexter and Lumen hunt for their next victim; Debra uncovers new evidence in the Barrel Girl case
Director: N/A
Writer: Lauren Gussis
8.3/10 42 votes#5 - I Had a Dream
Season 3 Episode 11 - Aired 12/7/2008
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.
Director: Marcos Siega
Writer: Lauren Gussis
8.2/10 36 votes#6 - If I Had a Hammer
Season 4 Episode 6 - Aired 11/1/2009
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.
Director: Romeo Tirone
Writer: Lauren Gussis
8.0/10 42 votes#7 - Easy as Pie
Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 11/9/2008
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.
Director: Steve Shill
Writer: Lauren Gussis
8.0/10 34 votes#8 - A Horse of a Different Color
Season 6 Episode 4 - Aired 10/23/2011
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.
Director: John Dahl
Writer: Lauren Gussis
8.0/10 1 votes#9 - The Most You You Can Be
Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 10/11/2019
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.
Director: Andrew Fleming
Writer: Lauren Gussis
8.0/10 55 votes#10 - Shrink Wrap
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 11/19/2006
Dexter appears to be connected to a psychiatrist suspected of murdering a suicidal patient.
Director: Tony Goldwyn
Writer: Lauren Gussis
7.8/10 42 votes#11 - Dex, Lies, and Videotape
Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 11/4/2007
A copy-cat killer follows the lead of the "Bay Harbor Butcher." Dexter must destroy an incriminating surveillance video.
Director: Nick Gomez
Writer: Lauren Gussis
7.6/10 35 votes#12 - Ricochet Rabbit
Season 6 Episode 10 - Aired 12/4/2011
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.
Director: Michael Lehmann
Writer: Lauren Gussis
7.6/10 22 votes#13 - Pilot
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 8/10/2018
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.
Director: Andrew Fleming
Writer: Lauren Gussis
7.4/10 43 votes#14 - What's Eating Dexter Morgan?
Season 8 Episode 3 - Aired 7/14/2013
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.
Director: Ernest R. Dickerson
Writer: Lauren Gussis
7.0/10 9 votes#15 - Skinny Is Magic
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 8/10/2018
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.
Director: Andrew Fleming
Writer: Lauren Gussis
6.6/10 8 votes#16 - Bikinis and Bitches
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 8/10/2018
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.
Director: Andrew Fleming
Writer: Lauren Gussis
6.4/10 7 votes#17 - Wieners and Losers
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 8/10/2018
Patty has a very important decision to make about her future. Bob's father tells him to save his marriage with Coralee.
Director: Andrew Fleming
Writer: Lauren Gussis
6.4/10 7 votes#18 - Why Bad Things Happen
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 8/10/2018
Nonnie and Brick search for Patty when she goes missing. Bob is faced with a seemingly impossible decision. Regina gives Christian advice.
Director: Andrew Fleming
Writer: Lauren Gussis
6.3/10 6 votes#19 - Winners Win. Period.
Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 8/10/2018
Patty tries to make amends. The Bobs struggle with how to move forward. Regina believes in Coralee's entrepreneurial plan.
Director: Lev L. Spiro
Writer: Lauren Gussis