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The Best Episodes Written By Michael Reisz

Every TV Episode Written by Michael Reisz Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 2 Episode 14 - Breast in Show
    8.7/10(6 votes)

    S2:E14

    After meeting Irma for a date, Alan finds himself defending her when she is charged with a sex crime by protesting topless. Meanwhile, Denise finds it difficult to remain close to Daniel when he invites her to his own funeral, and Garrett faces his toughest challenge yet when Catherine invades his office.

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    Writer:Michael Reisz

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  2. undefined Season 2 Episode 24 - Deep End of the Poole
    8.6/10(5 votes)

    S2:E24

    Name partner Edwin Poole returns from a mental institution to Crane, Poole and Schmidt, ready to jump back in, but Shirley has reservations when he decides to sue a candy company. An A.D.A. with a grudge against Alan brings charges, accusing him of advising his client to flee when a guilty verdict was inevitable. Meanwhile, Brad and Denise decide where to take their relationship.

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    Writer:Michael Reisz

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  3. undefined Season 3 Episode 23 - Duck and Cover
    8.5/10(4 votes)

    S3:E23

    Alan defends Brad and Denise's priest after he's arrested on their wedding day on charges of sheltering undocumented immigrants; Jerry helps a woman with a pet duck who was evicted from her apartment; and Denny counts a coveted sports trophy among his possessions.

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    Writer:Michael Reisz

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  4. undefined Season 2 Episode 27 - BL: Los Angeles
    8.2/10(5 votes)

    S2:E27

    While in LA, Alan takes on the case of TV star Courtney Rae, who is arrested after shooting a photographer who she mistakes for a stalker. But Denny and Barry make life difficult when they won't stop making sexual advances toward their client. Meanwhile, Denise resorts to underhanded tactics to eliminate Marlene from the picture, but the plan backfires when she is caught by Paul. And Brad enlists Shirley's help in trying to persuade the judge in his niece's trial to lower the sentence.

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    Writer:Michael Reisz

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  5. undefined Season 3 Episode 13 - Dumping Bella
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    S3:E13

    Denny goes ape when Bella is the target of animal-rights activists, who are being represented by her daughter--and his diminutive ex-girlfriend--Bethany. Meanwhile, Brad has doubts about his secret trysts with Denise; Claire is surprised by a new suitor; and Paul believes a costume party will raise everyone's spirits.

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    Writer:Michael Reisz

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  6. undefined Season 3 Episode 6 - Stray Bullet
    8.0/10(8 votes)

    S3:E6

    Carrie conducts an investigation off the books when Al becomes the prime suspect in the murder of a parolee he helped put away.

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    Writer:Michael Reisz

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  7. undefined Season 2 Episode 21 - Word Salad Days
    7.8/10(4 votes)

    S2:E21

    After beginning to speak gibberish in court, Alan turns to Denny for help in curing his new, debilitating condition. Meanwhile, Paul and Brad defend a video game company when a mother claims the company's addictive game killed her teenage son, and Denise challenges the polygamy law.

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    Writer:Michael Reisz

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  8. undefined Season 3 Episode 15 - Fat Burner
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    S3:E15

    Denny is arrested for illegally exporting human fat to be used as a fuel source; Clarence tries his first case--a homicide--with the help of Bethany and Paul; and a member of the firm leaves.

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    Writer:Michael Reisz

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  9. undefined Season 3 Episode 16 - The Good Lawyer
    7.3/10(3 votes)

    S3:E16

    Alan tries two different cases, including the defense of a therapist who was fired for his belief in UFOs. Meanwhile, Clarence is confused by Claire's dinner invitation; and Bethany tries to bring out Denny's spiritual side.

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    Writer:Michael Reisz

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

    S1:E12

    The Institute is in full swing as everyone is preparing for the wedding of Alec and Lydia. Lydia is getting final touches made on her wedding dress, the wedding decorations are set and Isabelle is trying to figure out a way to throw a traditional, mundane bachelor party for her brother – whether he likes it or not. During what should be a time of great celebration for many is far from it as they examine their relationships. Alec is struggling on two sides – his wedding is one of the biggest days in his life and his parabatai should be at his side, yet he and Jace are still at odds. Alec also continues to struggle with his feelings for Magnus, especially when Magnus won’t give up on Alec. And as the Institute is buzzing with romance, Clary is desperate to work things out with Jace, but he is keeping her at arm’s length. Meanwhile, Jace, Clary and Magnus go looking for warlock Ragnor Fell to try and find the antidote to awaken Jocelyn.

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    Writer:Michael Reisz

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  11. undefined Season 2 Episode 6 - Witches of Mass Destruction
    7.2/10(4 votes)

    S2:E6

    The firm takes on two milestone cases. First, Shirley and Denise represent Christian and Wiccan parents who are outraged by a public school's Halloween celebrations, but the case takes a turn for the worse when the clients begin arguing amongst themselves. Meanwhile, Denny and Alan's friendship is tested when Alan helps Cassie sue the US military for the loss of her brother.

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    Writer:Michael Reisz

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  12. undefined Season 3 Episode 8 - The Island
    7.2/10(8 votes)

    S3:E8

    Carrie and Al's investigation into the death of a college dropout takes a surprising turn when they discover he had been living in an off-the-grid community on an abandoned island near Manhattan.

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    Writer:Michael Reisz

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  13. undefined Season 3 Episode 7 - Throwing Shade
    7.1/10(8 votes)

    S3:E7

    When one of Eliot's oldest friends, the campaign manager for a mayoral candidate, is murdered, he is forced to face his past and current demons as Carrie and Al work to uncover the killer.

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    Writer:Michael Reisz

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  14. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Raising Hell
    6.9/10(15 votes)

    S1:E4

    After getting a clue about who may have wiped Clary's memories, the crew hunts down the High Warlock of Brooklyn, Magnus Bane. With all of the warlocks in hiding from Valentine, the team must lure Magnus out with something he can't refuse - a killer party and something very valuable. But with emotions running high, more may come out of their meeting with Magnus than just the retrieval of Clary's memories. Meanwhile, Simon doesn't seem to be himself after his recent Downworlder encounter.

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    Writer:Michael Reisz

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  15. undefined Season 2 Episode 11 - The Cancer Man Can
    6.8/10(4 votes)

    S2:E11

    Paul recruits Denise to help him defend a cancer patient who used his wealth to guarantee he would not get a placebo during a drug study. Meanwhile, Alan goes too far in trying to convince the senior partners to promote "Hands" to partner, and Denny finds himself falling in love with a woman he meets at a charity event.

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    Writer:Michael Reisz

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  16. undefined Season 2 Episode 1 - This Guilty Blood
    6.6/10(7 votes)

    S2:E1

    Only hours have passed since Jace left with Valentine and all hell has broken loose at The Institute. Alec, Isabelle and Clary are desperate to find Jace, but are quickly stopped in their tracks with the arrival of Victor Aldertree, who means business about getting the Institute back on track. But getting the New York Shadowhunters in-line with The Clave may be counterintuitive to Alec, Isabelle and Clary's plan to rescue Jace. Meanwhile, Jocelyn has a lot to catch up on now that she is awake.

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    Writer:Michael Reisz

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  17. undefined Season 3 Episode 18 - Na Ki‘i (Dolls)
    6.5/10(13 votes)

    S3:E18

    While apprehending his latest fugitive, Dog the Bounty Hunter is witness to a woman falling off a balcony to her death. Five-0's trail leads them to discover that the victim lead a double life as a roller derby player. Unable to get any useful information about the victim from her teammates, Catherine is asked to go undercover as the team's jammer. Doris comes home to find a burglar robbing her stash of sensitive information.

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    Writer:Michael Reisz

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  18. undefined Season 1 Episode 21 - Red Rain
    6.5/10(4 votes)

    S1:E21

    Galvin discovers that something bizarre is happening with the patients that are being brought into the hospital. Maggie gets a clue about how to keep The Source from taking over. Meanwhile, both Macy and Galvin do something no one could have predicted.

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    Writer:Michael Reisz

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  19. undefined Season 1 Episode 12 - You're Dead To Me
    6.4/10(5 votes)

    S1:E12

    With Macy on a quest to find answers, she goes against Harry’s advice and summons up a Necromancer which puts her and Maggie in harm’s way. Maggie attends a frat party at Lucy’s encouragement, to help her get over Parker. Meanwhile, Mel helps Harry who is struggling with his regained memories.

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    Writer:Michael Reisz

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Michael Reisz Ratings Summary

"Breast in Show" is the best rated episode written by Michael Reisz. It scored 8.7/10 based on 6 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 2/7/2006 and is rated 0.1 points higher than their second-best episode, "Deep End of the Poole".