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The Best Episodes Written By Peter Saji

Every TV Episode Written by Peter Saji Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

  1. 8.0/10(2 votes)

    #1 - Richard Youngsta

    S3:E19

    Dre is excited about doing a campaign with a popular rap star but becomes conflicted when Bow and Ruby provide feedback suggesting it plays on stereotypes. Meanwhile, Bow is determined to get the family to stop eating so much take-out food.

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    Director:Jude Weng
    Writer:Peter Saji
  2. 8.0/10(2 votes)

    #2 - Purple Rain

    S5:E4

    The family is shocked to learn that Jack and Diane are not familiar with the iconic music of Prince. One by one, each member of the family works to explain Prince’s tremendous impact on their lives through his music.

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  3. 8.0/10(3 votes)

    #3 - Black Like Us

    S5:E10

    Dre and Bow are furious after Diane isn’t lit properly in her class photo. Diane doesn’t want to make it a big deal, but they decide to talk to the principal about the need for sensitivity toward all complexions. Meanwhile, Junior claims there is unspoken colorism within their own family, and things get heated.

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  4. 8.0/10(2 votes)

    #4 - Becoming Bow

    S1:E1

    Rainbow Johnson’s parents decide to move from a hippie commune to the suburbs to better provide for their family. As her parents struggle with the challenges of their new life, Bow and her siblings navigate a mainstream school in which they’re perceived as neither black nor white.

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    Director:Anton Cropper
    Writer:Peter Saji
  5. 7.8/10(6 votes)

    #5 - Who’s Afraid of the Big Black Man?

    S3:E4

    After a situation arises at work, Dre’s views are confronted regarding how black people are perceived now versus when he grew up. He wants to be more open-minded about being a part of his community, and his first step is joining his Homeowners’ Association. Meanwhile, Bow wants to spend more time with the kids before the new baby arrives and gets advice from Pops on how to make them want to be around her.

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    Director:Matt Sohn
    Writer:Peter Saji
  6. 7.5/10(6 votes)

    #6 - The Gift of Hunger

    S1:E7

    When the kids disapprove of Dre's favorite cheap restaurant, he decides they all need to get jobs.

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  7. 7.5/10(4 votes)

    #7 - Juneteenth

    S4:E1

    The Johnsons go to Jack and Diane’s school play about Columbus Day, and Dre is dismayed by the historically inaccurate way that the holiday is portrayed. He feels like there aren’t enough black holidays, so he enlists Aloe Blacc at work to help him create a catchy song to raise awareness for a holiday worth celebrating, Juneteenth.

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    Director:Anton Cropper
    Writer:Peter Saji
  8. 7.3/10(3 votes)

    #8 - Fooled Again (I Don't Like It)

    S2:E7

    It's Jules' 42nd birthday and that can only mean one thing: gift contest! Each year, Jules holds a contest to determine who gives her the best gifts, which Ellie always wins. This year, Laurie teams up with Grayson in an attempt to overthrow her. As Jules contemplates what to do for her birthday, Andy suggests a night of dancing. Meanwhile, Travis introduces Bobby to a Netti Pot, but not without its consequences.

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    Director:John Putch
    Writer:Peter Saji
  9. 7.3/10(3 votes)

    #9 - Baby’s a Rock ‘N’ Roller

    S2:E16

    Ellie tricks Jules into watching Baby Stan on her own for a day, but Jules is determined to prove how easy it is... especially when she's roped in Grayson to help. Meanwhile, Bobby's given the chance to play golf for free in order to train for his upcoming tournament, as long as he tees off before 6:00 a.m., and Andy volunteers to be Laurie's wingman as she puts herself back out there after her split with Smith.

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  10. 7.1/10(7 votes)

    #10 - Rock, Paper, Sissors, Gun

    S2:E2

    After a break-in down the block, Dre talks about getting a gun, and Bow is not comfortable with the idea. Which leads everyone to debate — there are many different ways to protect your family, but what’s the “best” way? Jack and Diane are shocked that they have been living in the house unprotected, Junior sets off on a quest to protect the family from the real threat, cyber terrorism, and Zoey has Pops teach her the art of Karate to defend herself.

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  11. 7.0/10(7 votes)

    #11 - Twindependence

    S2:E15

    Jack and Diane are tired of being twins, and after much pleading, Dre and Bow give in to letting them explore their lives as individuals. Meanwhile, Dre buys Zoey her first car, and she is over the moon. But when he shares the news at work, his colleagues bring up all the terrible things teens do with cars, and Dre starts to question whether Zoey is ready for one after all.

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Peter Saji Ratings Summary

"Richard Youngsta" is the best rated episode written by Peter Saji. It scored 8/10 based on 2 votes. It was directed by Jude Weng. It aired on 3/29/2017 and is rated 0.0 points higher than their second-best episode, "Purple Rain".