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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 2 Episode 2 - Pasts and Presents
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    S2:E2

    Mick makes some unpopular business decisions when he plans to sell the nightclub that he and Trace had built together. When planning her cousin’s wedding goes awry, Jess turns to an unexpected source for help. Bree fights to regain control in the production of her play.

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    Writer:Michael Berns

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  2. undefined Season 2 Episode 6 - Mixed Blessings
    9.0/10(5 votes)

    S2:E6

    Justin and Brian negotiate their relationship – it's not like your parents! Ted's new business flourishes thanks to Emmett. Could one of Michael's first customers turn out to be the love of his life? Lindsay can't stand Ted's dirty little business. Melanie shares a dirty little secret of her own.

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    Writer:Michael Berns

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  3. undefined Season 2 Episode 18 - Sick, Sick, Sick
    8.8/10(4 votes)

    S2:E18

    Michael's worst fears come true when Ben is hospitalized. Justin wishes Brian was more romantic – like Ethan. Emmett considers a million-dollar offer to keep his relationship with George a secret.

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    Writer:Michael Berns

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  4. undefined Season 2 Episode 10 - Priorities, Please! (Beat the Time)
    8.6/10(5 votes)

    S2:E10

    Michael mourns the death of his comic book hero, Captain Astro, while Debbie finds a real life murder victim behind the diner. Emmett helps George to enjoy himself. Melanie & Lindsay are inspired by the contents of Lindsay's Granny Faye's secret letters.

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    Writer:Michael Berns

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  5. undefined Season 2 Episode 14 - The Dangers of Sex and Drugs
    8.5/10(4 votes)

    S2:E14

    Justin's making too much money as a go-go dancer to care about his suffering schoolwork. George offers to take Emmett on a world tour! Detective Carl Horvath returns to the diner, to ask Debbie out on a date.

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    Writer:Michael Berns

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  6. undefined Season 2 Episode 22 - Hello...
    7.7/10(3 votes)

    S2:E22

    Sarah asks Kyle to intervene with Jessi, but his method may prove disastrous; Brian Taylor hits a wall in his quest for Latnok's approval, and the prom has a serious cash-flow problem.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Berns

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  7. undefined Season 2 Episode 4 - Catch of the Day
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    S2:E4

    Sam has to jet off across the country in search of replacement lobsters when a truckload he purchased for a very important wedding, is stolen. Danny and Mike play detectives to determine the motive and culprit behind the theft. Meanwhile, Delinda's childhood boyfriend Jay, shows up with news that he's dying of cancer - and of his final wish to sleep with her. Elsewhere, Mary books Michael Buble to sing for the wedding; but, has to wrangle him in when he refuses to sing, instead wanting to perform comedy or a mime act.

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    Writer:Michael Berns

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  8. undefined Season 2 Episode 8 - Two of a Kind (II)
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    S2:E8

    Ed, Danny, and Mike combine forces with the investigative team of Dr. Jordan Cavanaugh and Det. Woody Hoyt to solve the murder of a high-stakes gambler. The mystery intensifies when it appears that the gambler's wife may not be the only woman who wants him dead. Meanwhile, Snoop Dogg is trying to convince Delinda to allow the Montecito to be the site of his next music video. Elsewhere, Ed must deal with the demands of his wife Jillian, who has moved into the Montecito while their house is being renovated. The crossover starts on Crossing Jordan S04E07 What Happens in Vegas Dies in Boston (I).

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    Writer:Michael Berns

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  9. undefined Season 2 Episode 20 - Hit Me!
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    S2:E20

    When cutting-edge surveillance technology fails to catch a thief in the act, Ed must rely on good ol' human ingenuity to crack the case. Elsewhere, Mary and Mike intervene when a cheating husband is caught red-handed. Meanwhile, when Montecito's grooviest high-roller is in need of vintage duds, only Emmy-winner Don Knotts can keep his polyester groove alive.

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    Writer:Michael Berns

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  10. undefined Season 1 Episode 5 - Groundhog Summer
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E5

    Danny and Ed hunt for a sexual predator targeting hotel guests.

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    Writer:Michael Berns

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  11. undefined Season 1 Episode 6 - Semper Spy
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E6

    Ed takes a Hawaii vacation leaving Danny in charge. Mike becomes the good luck charm for a gambler on a hot streak.

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    Writer:Michael Berns

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  12. undefined Season 1 Episode 12 - Hellraisers and Heartbreakers
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E12

    Big Ed's former CIA protégé Jack Keller, is now a security consultant supervising the Montecito's switch from analog to digital surveillance. Brooks and Dunn get on a lengthy roll at the crap table. Ed sees red when a comic turns blue.

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    Writer:Michael Berns

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  13. undefined Season 1 Episode 22 - The Big Bang
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E22

    While attempting to comfort a concerned gambler who is demanding his favorite dealer, Nessa discovers the diehard blackjack player has a bomb strapped to his chest. As she causally alerts Ed - who joins the nervous bomber at the table - Nessa attempts to talk him down while Danny discovers the horrifying truth that second bombs has been planted inside the hotel by an accomplice. Elsewhere, Mary and Sam prep the pool for a private concert by rock star Everlast for a group of privileged teenagers while Delinda attempts to make her kitchen demonstration a success.

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    Writer:Michael Berns

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  14. undefined Season 2 Episode 15 - Whale of a Time
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    S2:E15

    Ed receives an unexpected visit from a beautiful former co-worker, whose mere presence puts everyone's lives in serious danger. Danny and Mike are enlisted to protect the gorgeous womanwith a mysterious background, and find it to be much harder than expected. Meanwhile, Delinda and Nessa compete for the affection of a high-roller. What once began as a friendly competition turns into an all-out war as the two vie to see who is more appealing. Elsewhere, a man's bride-to-be strands him at the altar, leaving Mary to save his trip from being a complete disaster.

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    Writer:Michael Berns

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  15. undefined Season 1 Episode 5 - Unnatural Selection
    7.0/10(4 votes)

    S1:E5

    The family of Russell's friend and fellow Park Ranger, Carl, is struck by tragedy. Russell suspects Sheriff Underlay may be hiding something when he starts looking into the tragedy. Larkin calls upon an old flame to help her investigation into the military. Meanwhile, Mariel and Jesse have a big fight and Rose wants a tree house.

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    Writer:Michael Berns

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  16. undefined Season 2 Episode 19 - Bowling for Equality
    6.0/10(7 votes)

    S2:E19

    Michael is tempted to expose Justin's affair with Ethan to Brian. Ted's become immune to porn. Melanie and Lindsay ask Leda to leave. Bowling Showdown: Cops vs. Queers!

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    Writer:Michael Berns

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  17. undefined Season 3 Episode 4 - Once Upon Ever After
    1.0/10(2 votes)

    S3:E4

    While Jess and Bree discover David's parents' secret plans, Abby joins Trace on tour, realizing that it will be impossible to stay clear of Trace's newfound fame. Thomas's vow renewal sparks Mick and Megan to re-examine their own relationship, as Connor reconciles with Kevin.

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    Writer:Michael Berns

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Michael Berns Ratings Summary

"Pasts and Presents" is the best rated episode written by Michael Berns. It scored 10/10 based on 1 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 8/13/2017 and is rated 1.0 points higher than their second-best episode, "Mixed Blessings".