The Best Episodes Written By Mike Daniels

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   8.8/10(13 votes)

   #1 - The Sun Also Rises

   S2:E215/5/2011

   With the arrival of the full moon, Elena tries to prepare for whatever Klaus has planned and Tyler faces his second transformation. The terrifying events quickly spin out of control, despite an unexpected act of courage. Finally, Damon admits the truth to Stefan about a terrible new development they must face...

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   8.7/10(13 votes)

   #2 - As I Lay Dying

   S2:E225/12/2011

   Mystic Falls screens "Gone with The Wind" in the town square, and Damon's memories of Katherine in 1864 mix with the reality of present-day Elena. Stefan pays a steep price after trying to prevent a tragedy, and Sheriff Forbes makes a dangerous mistake while trying to keep everyone safe. Multiple lives hang in the balance as the consequences of the sacrifice ritual play out to a horrifying conclusion.

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   8.4/10(24 votes)

   #3 - Suits of Woe

   S7:E1111/18/2014

   The SOA organization bears down on SAMCRO and Jax comes face to face with an ugly truth.

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   8.3/10(3 votes)

   #4 - A Hand to Take Hold of the Scene

   S6:E141/12/2009

   News of Peyton's condition spreads like wildfire through Tree Hill. Brooke tries to suss out Julian's intentions. Mouth and Millicent strive to keep their relationship going. Meanwhile, Brooke and Lucas babysit Jamie and his friend when Nathan and Haley spend a night out together.

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   8.2/10(26 votes)

   #5 - What a Piece of Work Is Man

   S7:E911/4/2014

   The club deals with heartache internally and conflict with the organization at large.

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   8.2/10(4 votes)

   #6 - Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want

   S5:E82/19/2008

   Brooke continues to pursue Owen. Haley sees something happening in Peyton's office. Quentin needs to change his negative approach in order to succeed in the season-opening game. Mouth tries to win Millicent back.

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   7.9/10(21 votes)

   #7 - You Are My Sunshine

   S6:E1212/3/2013

   As the dust beings to settle Jax’s world is suddenly turned upside down.

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   7.8/10(21 votes)

   #8 - Ablation

   S5:E810/30/2012

   Alliances are tested, while bonds are broken.

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   7.8/10(21 votes)

   #9 - To Thine Own Self

   S5:E1111/20/2012

   Jax scrambles to put his affairs in order, while Nero handles business with his old crew.

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    7.8/10(25 votes)

    #10 - Salvage

    S6:E610/15/2013

    Jax and the MC must confront their past and choose their future.

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    7.8/10(4 votes)

    #11 - Secrets and Lies

    S1:E101/8/2012

    Fate deals a blow to Dean and Colette's budding romance. Maggie writes a critical story for the Village Voice against her congressman's politics but doesn't count on falling for him after she submits it; though she wants to resist, the physical attraction between them is undeniable. Kate finds it hard to move beyond her last spy assignment and is haunted by the repercussions - she faces a fate similar to Bridget's if she cannot fake her way through a lie detector test. And Laura is in a tailspin as Ted thinks he's found the love of his life.

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    7.7/10(3 votes)

    #12 - The Last Day of Our Acquaintance

    S7:E182/22/2010

    As Brooke angrily deals with Alexs tryst with Julian, Lydias condition worsens, prompting Quinn and Haley to try to reconnect with Taylor. Clay is forced to deal with Katies unsettling advances, and Nathan helps Jamie come to terms with Lydias impending death.

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    7.6/10(25 votes)

    #13 - Smoke 'em if You Got 'em

    S7:E610/14/2014

    Jax settles a score by taking advantage of shifting alliances.

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    6.7/10(3 votes)

    #14 - Deep Ocean Vast Sea

    S7:E610/19/2009

    Haley considers taking matters into her own hands as Nathan’s scandal threatens his endorsement deals. Julian gives Alex another chance, and Brooke reconnects with Chase. Millicent questions whether she has what it takes to be a model. Meanwhile, Clay lets Quinn in on a big secret.

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    5.0/10(5 votes)

    #15 - Sympathy for the Devil

    S6:E911/3/2008

    Sam teaches Jamie about money. Brooke must decide whether to date Owen again, since he broke her heart the last time. Nathan comes face to face with an old rival. Meanwhile, Lucas' novel forces him to make jeopardizing decisions, and Peyton meets the movie producer, Julian.

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    1.0/10(1 votes)

    #16 - Pilot

    S1:E13/19/2019

    Sarah, a single mom, navigates life with her teenage daughter. Ava is thrown into crisis when she's arrested by ICE. Nick returns home from war to discover everything he's left behind. Ron and Patricia work to keep the Village family intact.

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    1.0/10(1 votes)

    #17 - Good Thing

    S1:E23/26/2019

    Sarah uncovers more of Katie's secret and has a confrontation with Nick. Enzo struggles with a disappointing new roommate. Ava makes progress with her case..

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