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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 14 Episode 8 - Out of Nowhere
    8.7/10(10 votes)

    #1 - Out of Nowhere

    S14:E8

    A hacker compromises the hospital’s computer system, causing monitors, phones, labs and patient files to all go down. As technology fails them, Bailey attempts to keep the peace but chaos erupts and the doctors are forced to get creative in their methods to treat the patients.

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    Writer:William Harper

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  2. undefined Season 6 Episode 6 - I Saw What I Saw
    8.7/10(14 votes)

    #2 - I Saw What I Saw

    S6:E6

    After a burn victim unexpectedly dies in the midst of a chaotic ER, the Chief and board member Jennings interrogate the residents to find the culprit, as all the Mercy West and Seattle Grace resident defends their actions in an effort to save their jobs.

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    Writer:William Harper

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  3. undefined Season 12 Episode 12 - My Next Life
    8.7/10(13 votes)

    #3 - My Next Life

    S12:E12

    A patient from Meredith's very first surgery as an Intern is readmitted to Grey Sloan Memorial with a new aneurysm, and Amelia takes her case. Meanwhile, Maggie suspects that Richard knows about her relationship with Andrew, and Arizona debates dating again.

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    Writer:William Harper

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  4. undefined Season 2 Episode 10 - I Do
    8.7/10(3 votes)

    #4 - I Do

    S2:E10

    Gabriela prepares to walk down the aisle on her wedding day as Bode receives some surprising news.

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    Writer:William Harper

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  5. undefined Season 12 Episode 3 - I Choose You
    8.6/10(11 votes)

    #5 - I Choose You

    S12:E3

    Maggie reevaluates her life choices after receiving an invitation to her ex-boyfriend’s wedding; Richard questions Bailey’s loyalty, and Jo confides in Stephanie about a secret she’s been keeping from Alex. Meanwhile, Alex struggles with making a difficult decision that will affect the lives of newborn twins.

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    Writer:William Harper

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  6. undefined Season 14 Episode 23 - Cold as Ice
    8.5/10(10 votes)

    #6 - Cold as Ice

    S14:E23

    One of Grey Sloan Memorial’s own is seriously injured, making the team reflect on what is truly important to them. Meanwhile, Nicole Herman pays a visit to Grey Sloan and talks to Arizona about an exciting opportunity.

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    Writer:William Harper

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  7. undefined Season 9 Episode 2 - Remember The Time
    8.5/10(12 votes)

    #7 - Remember The Time

    S9:E2

    In this flashback episode, return to the site of the plane crash and watch as each doctor tries to cope with the heartache and injuries caused by the crash. Meanwhile, back at Seattle Grace, everyone struggles to find a bit of normalcy amidst the chaos.

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    Writer:William Harper

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  8. undefined Season 11 Episode 24 - You're My Home
    8.5/10(11 votes)

    #8 - You're My Home

    S11:E24

    As the doctors continue to tackle an unfathomable crisis, they are reminded of what is important and are brought closer together.

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    Writer:William Harper

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  9. undefined Season 12 Episode 24 - Family Affair
    8.4/10(12 votes)

    #9 - Family Affair

    S12:E24

    Meredith and Maggie support Amelia on an important day; Jo reveals that she has been keeping secrets from Alex while Arizona and Callie deal with the impact of their custody arrangement. Meanwhile, Ben leaps into action to help a friend.

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    Writer:William Harper

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  10. undefined Season 9 Episode 15 - Hard Bargain
    8.3/10(12 votes)

    #10 - Hard Bargain

    S9:E15

    As the hospital spirals closer to financial ruin, Owen must make some tough decisions, which includes foregoing an expensive surgery that could save the life of a child. Meanwhile, Alex and Jo work together to save the life of an infant, and April asks Jackson for dating advice.

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    Writer:William Harper

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  11. undefined Season 5 Episode 14 - Beat Your Heart Out
    8.3/10(17 votes)

    #11 - Beat Your Heart Out

    S5:E14

    Now that Derek has the engagement ring, he searches for the perfect way to propose to Meredith, as Lexie demands that Mark go public with their relationship, and Bailey, encouraged by her work on recent cases and by Dr. Dixon, considers a new direction for her medical career.

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    Writer:William Harper

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  12. undefined Season 15 Episode 17 - And Dream of Sheep
    8.3/10(7 votes)

    #12 - And Dream of Sheep

    S15:E17

    Ties are strained as Andrew and Carina confront an unforgiving family history. Meanwhile, Teddy and Owen work together on a married couple who is expecting, and Amelia attends a conference for alternative pain relief.

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    Writer:William Harper

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  13. undefined Season 11 Episode 8 - Risk
    8.3/10(12 votes)

    #13 - Risk

    S11:E8

    Maggie and Meredith disagree with Derek about the best way to approach a patient’s case, which leads to a bigger argument between the couple. Meanwhile Callie feels responsible when one of her veterans is pushed too far and one doctor’s routine procedure results in a devastating diagnosis.

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    Writer:William Harper

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  14. undefined Season 8 Episode 3 - Take the Lead
    8.2/10(13 votes)

    #14 - Take the Lead

    S8:E3

    The chief makes a decision that shocks everyone at Seattle Grace; Owen and Cristina attempt to find normalcy; April struggles in her new role; the 5th-year residents receive their first solo surgery assignments.

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    Writer:William Harper

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  15. undefined Season 6 Episode 14 - Valentine's Day Massacre
    8.2/10(12 votes)

    #15 - Valentine's Day Massacre

    S6:E14

    It's Valentine's Day, and the doctors must treat dozens of injured people after the roof collapses at a popular romantic restaurant; Derek tries to manage his busy schedule as Chief of Surgery; Meredith wrestles with her new duties as the Chief's wife; and Mark and Callie team up to convince Sloan to do the right thing for her baby.

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    Writer:William Harper

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  16. undefined Season 13 Episode 23 - True Colors
    8.2/10(13 votes)

    #16 - True Colors

    S13:E23

    The doctors of Grey Sloan encounter a difficult case involving a dangerous patient. Meanwhile, Owen receives life-changing news that pushes Amelia to step up to support him, and Alex attends a medical conference after making a shocking discovery.

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    Writer:William Harper

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  17. undefined Season 15 Episode 4 - Momma Knows Best
    8.1/10(10 votes)

    #17 - Momma Knows Best

    S15:E4

    Meredith turns heads when she shows up to work done up and ready for her blind date later that day, while Alex makes a questionable decision in order to save a patient. Meanwhile, the burden of knowing Teddy’s secret keeps Maggie up at night, ultimately making her decide she has to tell someone.

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    Writer:William Harper

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  18. undefined Season 13 Episode 1 - Undo
    8.0/10(16 votes)

    #18 - Undo

    S13:E1

    When one of Grey Sloan’s own lands in the hospital, Bailey tries to figure out what happened while the rest of the doctors jump in to help. Meredith juggles huge secrets that affect her relationships with Alex and Maggie. While Richard helps Jo with a big decision, April and Catherine clash over the new baby.

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    Writer:William Harper

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  19. undefined Season 7 Episode 2 - Shock to the System
    7.9/10(12 votes)

    #19 - Shock to the System

    S7:E2

    Meredith finally tells Derek about her pregnancy and miscarriage; during a surgery, Cristina experiences PTSD; Bailey won't let Alex operate until he has the bullet in his chest removed.

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    Writer:William Harper

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  20. undefined Season 7 Episode 19 - It's a Long Way Back
    7.9/10(12 votes)

    #20 - It's a Long Way Back

    S7:E19

    Everyone pulls together to help Callie and baby Sofia on their painstaking journeys to recovery in hopes of allowing mother and baby to finally meet; the sudden death of a clinical trial patient has Derek proceeding with more caution while Meredith makes a calculated and risky move; Alex treats a cranky old rich woman dying of cancer and gets an idea for a grandiose endeavor that is sure to get him the Chief Resident spot; and Teddy is pleasantly surprised by the return of a familiar face.

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    Writer:William Harper

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  21. undefined Season 8 Episode 17 - One Step Too Far
    7.9/10(10 votes)

    #21 - One Step Too Far

    S8:E17

    Derek encourages a hesitant Meredith to work with him again in neurology; Jackson's mother, Catherine Avery, returns to Seattle Grace with a urology fellow and develops an interest in Richard; and Cristina becomes increasingly suspicious of Owen's every move. Meanwhile, Alex tries to deny the fact that Morgan may be falling for him.

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    Writer:William Harper

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  22. undefined Season 7 Episode 8 - Something's Gotta Give
    7.9/10(11 votes)

    #22 - Something's Gotta Give

    S7:E8

    A team of doctors tries to save the life of a political figure from the Middle East; Cristina decides to decorate her new place and throw a housewarming party; Alex shows up late to his first day of rounds with the new pediatrics attending.

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    Writer:William Harper

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  23. undefined Season 8 Episode 13 - If/Then
    7.8/10(12 votes)

    #23 - If/Then

    S8:E13

    As Meredith puts Zola to bed and falls asleep, she begins to wonder -- what if her mother had never had Alzheimer's and she'd had loving, supportive parents? The reverberations of a happy Meredith Grey change the world of Seattle Grace as we know it. What if she had never met Derek in that bar and he had never separated from Addison? What if Callie and Owen had become a couple long before she met Arizona? And what if Bailey never evolved from the meek intern she once was?

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    Writer:William Harper

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  24. undefined Season 5 Episode 7 - Rise Up
    7.6/10(15 votes)

    #24 - Rise Up

    S5:E7

    When the Chief makes an announcement that a solo surgery is up as an award, the residents are sent into a frenzy all trying to get an edge over one another. Meanwhile, Derek asks Bailey for advice after Cristina continues to interfere in his relationship with Meredith. Elsewhere, Erica uncovers a shocking connection between a resident and a patient.

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    Writer:William Harper

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  25. undefined Season 1 Episode 7 - What Can Be Saved
    7.6/10(5 votes)

    #25 - What Can Be Saved

    S1:E7

    Miep's worst fear comes true when the Nazis raid the annex.

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    Writer:William Harper

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William Harper Ratings Summary

"Out of Nowhere" is the best rated episode written by William Harper. It scored 8.7/10 based on 10 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 11/16/2017 and is rated 0.0 points higher than their second-best episode, "I Saw What I Saw".