The Best Episodes Written By Todd A. kessler
Every TV Episode Written by Todd A. kessler Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters
Todd A. Kessler Ratings Summary
The best episode written by Todd A. Kessler is "But You Don't Do That Anymore", rated 9/10 from 4 user votes. It was "directed by Glenn Kessler". "But You Don't Do That Anymore" aired on 9/12/2012 and is rated 0.2 point(s) higher than their second highest rated, "Part 12".
9.0/10 4 votes#1 - But You Don't Do That Anymore
Season 5 Episode 10 - Aired 9/12/2012
Series Finale: While looking to use Michael Hewes' custody hearing to bring down Patty (Glenn Close), Ellen (Rose Byrne) is double-crossed by a key witness in the McClaren trial.
Director: Glenn Kessler
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
8.8/10 12 votes#2 - Part 12
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 3/20/2015
Danny’s past and present troubles became a threat to the Rayburns. Sally confronts her family.
Director: Carl Franklin
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
8.4/10 12 votes#3 - Part 13
Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 3/20/2015
John, Kevin and Meg try to get their lives back in order as the family comes to grips with the truth about Danny.
Director: Ed Bianchi
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
8.4/10 28 votes#4 - Funhouse
Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 4/9/2000
In the Season Two finale, Tony has a series of 'fever dreams' that help to shed light on some of his problems--particularly his troubles over Big Pussy.
Director: John Patterson
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
8.0/10 5 votes#5 - Trust Me
Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 4/1/2009
Patty goes to extremes to win her case against UNR, as Ellen's season long quest for revenge builds to an explosive conclusion.
Director: N/A
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
8.0/10 4 votes#6 - Part 24
Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 5/26/2017
While fleeing the Keys, John hits a roadblock. In the wake of his confessional meeting with Marco, Kevin is forced to get help from a shady character.
Director: Todd A. Kessler
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
8.0/10 31 votes#7 - D-Girl
Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 2/27/2000
With Anthony Jr.'s confirmation approaching, Tony and Carmela find their son's growing apathy a cause for concern. Meanwhile, Christopher's interest in show biz is reignited when he meets a well-known filmmaker through his cousin's girlfriend.
Director: Allen Coulter
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
7.8/10 6 votes#8 - There's No 'We' Anymore
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 10/16/2007
Patty finally posts bail for Ellen as Frobisher learns about a tape made by Gregory Malina that could ruin him.
Director: Mario Van Peebles
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
7.8/10 4 votes#9 - The Next One's Gonna Go In Your Throat
Season 3 Episode 13 - Aired 4/19/2010
Ellen and Tom take matters into their own hands in an attempt to win the Tobin case; Patty Hewes is haunted by the price of her success.
Director: N/A
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
7.7/10 11 votes#10 - Get Me a Lawyer
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 7/24/2007
Attorney Patty Hewes hires a new associate, Ellen Parsons, to help her as she tries to ruin Arthur Frobisher. Hewes represents a group of employees that are suing Frobisher after he sold his company, leaving the employees devastated. Ellen is unaware that her best friend, Katie Connor, is working for Frobisher.
Director: Allen Coulter
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
7.6/10 7 votes#11 - Because I Know Patty
Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 10/23/2007
The first season ends with Ellen talking Patty into defending her in exchange for the Gregory Malina videotape.
Director: Todd A. Kessler
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
7.6/10 5 votes#12 - London, Of Course
Season 2 Episode 11 - Aired 3/18/2009
Claire risks everything to oust CEO Walter Kendrick; Ellen discovers a secret about Patty's personal life.
Director: Andy Wolk
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
7.6/10 27 votes#13 - He Is Risen
Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 4/15/2001
As Thanksgiving approaches, Tony's feud with Ralph escalates, despite the intervention of Johnny Sack. At a frat-house mixer, Meadow and Jackie Jr. find they have more in common than mob-boss dads.
Director: Allen Coulter
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
7.5/10 2 votes#14 - Failure is Lonely
Season 4 Episode 10 - Aired 9/14/2011
Ellen is furious with Patty for violating their agreement about the High Star case. And tempers come to a head between Erickson and Boorman—with Chris' life hanging in the balance.
Director: Glenn Kessler
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
7.5/10 2 votes#15 - The Storm's Moving In
Season 5 Episode 7 - Aired 8/22/2012
A blizzard strands Patty and Ellen; McClaren uncovers a major player in the trading scandal.
Director: Tate Donovan
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
7.5/10 2 votes#16 - I Like Your Chair
Season 5 Episode 9 - Aired 9/5/2012
McClaren's latest leak thrusts Ellen into the spotlight. Tensions between McClaren and Rutger Simon come to a head.
Director: Steve Shill
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
7.4/10 16 votes#17 - Part 1
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 3/20/2015
Trouble starts when oldest son Danny Rayburn comes home for the 45th anniversary celebration of his parents' hotel in the Florida Keys' Islamorada.
Director: Johan Renck
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
7.4/10 27 votes#18 - Fortunate Son
Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 3/11/2001
Christopher finds that being a 'made' man isn't all it's cracked up to be. Meanwhile, Janice moves into her mother's house, where she soon gets a leg up on Livia's former housekeeper.
Director: Henry J. Bronchtein
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
7.2/10 6 votes#19 - A Regular Earl Anthony
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 8/21/2007
Tom Shayes considers his options as Patty continues to strain to keep her clients happy. Arthur tells Ray that he needs to put more pressure on Patty to make the case go away.
Director: Jean de Segonzac
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
7.2/10 6 votes#20 - Do You Regret What We Did?
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 9/25/2007
Patty Hewes and Arthur Frobisher continue to struggle for dominance as the deposition nears.
Director: Thomas Carter
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
7.2/10 11 votes#21 - Part 4
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 3/20/2015
The family adjusts to Danny’s new role at the inn. John and Marco discover a burned boat connected to their murder case.
Director: Todd A. Kessler
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
7.1/10 7 votes#22 - Jesus, Mary and Joe Cocker
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 7/31/2007
Ellen convinces Katie to testify against Arthur Frobisher, which has him considering drastic measures. Patty begins to question if Katie is giving honest and accurate testimony.
Director: Greg Yaitanes
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
7.1/10 7 votes#23 - And My Paralyzing Fear of Death
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 8/7/2007
Patty receives a mysterious threat at her office that could destroy her case against Arthur Frobisher. Ellen continues to struggle with the demands of her new job at Hewes and Associates.
Director: John David Coles
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
7.0/10 4 votes#24 - You Haven't Replaced Me
Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 3/8/2010
Patty sends Tom out of the country to follow the money trail of the Tobin fraud. Ellen must choose between her new boss and Patty. Leonard Winstone leaves the city under mysterious circumstances.
Director: Glenn Kessler
Writer: Todd A. Kessler
7.0/10 4 votes#25 - Tell Me I'm Not Racist
Season 3 Episode 10 - Aired 3/29/2010
A professional disaster looms for Patty when her clients ask that she be thrown off the Tobin case. Tom makes a risky move that may cost Ellen her job at the D.A.'s office.
Director: N/A
Writer: Todd A. Kessler