8.8/1012 votes#1 - The Sun Also Rises
Season 2 Episode 21 - Aired 5/5/2011
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...
Director: N/A
Writer: Mike Daniels
8.7/1018 votes#2 - Suits of Woe
Season 7 Episode 11 - Aired 11/18/2014
The SOA organization bears down on SAMCRO and Jax comes face to face with an ugly truth.
Director: Peter Weller
Writer: Mike Daniels
8.6/1012 votes#3 - As I Lay Dying
Season 2 Episode 22 - Aired 5/12/2011
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.
Director: John Behring
Writer: Mike Daniels
8.6/1019 votes#4 - What a Piece of Work Is Man
Season 7 Episode 9 - Aired 11/4/2014
The club deals with heartache internally and conflict with the organization at large.
Director: Peter Weller
Writer: Mike Daniels
8.1/1014 votes#5 - Ablation
Season 5 Episode 8 - Aired 10/30/2012
Alliances are tested, while bonds are broken.
Director: Karen Gaviola
Writer: Mike Daniels
8.1/1014 votes#6 - To Thine Own Self
Season 5 Episode 11 - Aired 11/20/2012
Jax scrambles to put his affairs in order, while Nero handles business with his old crew.
Director: Paris Barclay
Writer: Mike Daniels
8.1/1014 votes#7 - You Are My Sunshine
Season 6 Episode 12 - Aired 12/3/2013
As the dust beings to settle Jax’s world is suddenly turned upside down.
Director: Paris Barclay
Writer: Mike Daniels
8.0/1018 votes#8 - Salvage
Season 6 Episode 6 - Aired 10/15/2013
Jax and the MC must confront their past and choose their future.
Director: Adam Arkin
Writer: Mike Daniels
8.0/103 votes#9 - Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want
Season 5 Episode 8 - Aired 2/19/2008
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.
Director: Paul Johansson
Writer: Mike Daniels
8.0/102 votes#10 - A Hand to Take Hold of the Scene
Season 6 Episode 14 - Aired 1/12/2009
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.
Director: Chad Michael Murray
Writer: Mike Daniels
7.9/1018 votes#11 - Smoke 'em if You Got 'em
Season 7 Episode 6 - Aired 10/14/2014
Jax settles a score by taking advantage of shifting alliances.
Director: Guy Ferland
Writer: Mike Daniels
7.8/104 votes#12 - Secrets and Lies
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 1/8/2012
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.
Director: Allison Liddi-Brown
Writer: Mike Daniels
7.0/102 votes#13 - The Last Day of Our Acquaintance
Season 7 Episode 18 - Aired 2/22/2010
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.
Director: Joe Davola
Writer: Mike Daniels
6.0/102 votes#14 - Deep Ocean Vast Sea
Season 7 Episode 6 - Aired 10/19/2009
Haley (Bethany Joy Galeotti) considers taking matters into her own hands as Nathan’s (James Lafferty) scandal threatens his endorsement deals. Julian (Austin Nichols) gives Alex (guest star Jana Kramer) another chance, and Brooke (Sophia Bush) reconnects with Chase (guest star Stephen Colletti). Millicent (Lisa Goldstein) questions whether she has what it takes to be a model. Meanwhile, Clay (Robert Buckley) lets Quinn (Shantel VanSanten) in on a big secret.
Director: Janice Cooke
Writer: Mike Daniels
5.0/103 votes#15 - Sympathy for the Devil
Season 6 Episode 9 - Aired 11/3/2008
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.
Director: Bradley Walsh
Writer: Mike Daniels
1.0/101 votes#16 - Pilot
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 3/19/2019
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.
Director: Minkie Spiro
Writer: Mike Daniels
1.0/101 votes#17 - Good Thing
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 3/26/2019
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..
Director: Peter Sollett
Writer: Mike Daniels
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"The Sun Also Rises" is the best rated episode written by Mike Daniels. It scored 8.8/10 based on 12 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 5/5/2011 and is rated 0.1 points higher than their second-best episode, "Suits of Woe".