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The Best Episodes Directed By Mike Flanagan

Every TV Episode Directed by Mike Flanagan Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 1 Episode 6 - Two Storms
    8.8/10(68 votes)

    #1 - Two Storms

    S1:E6

    It's a reunion for all the wrong reasons when Hugh flies in for the funeral, coming face to face with his estranged children on a dark, stormy night.

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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  2. undefined Season 1 Episode 5 - The Bent-Neck Lady
    8.7/10(72 votes)

    #2 - The Bent-Neck Lady

    S1:E5

    A dark specter with an unsettling silhouette has haunted Nell since she was a girl. Now "the Bent-Neck Lady" is back -- and she's calling Nell home.

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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  3. undefined Season 1 Episode 9 - Screaming Meemies
    8.5/10(62 votes)

    #3 - Screaming Meemies

    S1:E9

    While struggling to discern dreams from reality, Olivia fears for her children's safety, a motherly instinct Mrs. Dudley urges her to embrace.

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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  4. undefined Season 1 Episode 8 - Witness Marks
    8.2/10(65 votes)

    #4 - Witness Marks

    S1:E8

    A familiar terror revisits Shirley and Theo on Halloween night as Hugh and Steve go looking for Luke, who disappeared on a deadly errand.

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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  5. undefined Season 1 Episode 3 - Touch
    8.0/10(65 votes)

    #5 - Touch

    S1:E3

    Keenly perceptive Theo sees shades of herself in a troubled young patient, a girl who's haunted by the menacing grin of "Mr. Smiley."

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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  6. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - The Twin Thing
    8.0/10(64 votes)

    #6 - The Twin Thing

    S1:E4

    Still wrestling with addiction -- and an unshakable fright -- a frantic Luke tries to save a friend while sensing his twin sister is in danger.

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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  7. undefined Season 1 Episode 5 - Book V: Gospel
    7.9/10(49 votes)

    #7 - Book V: Gospel

    S1:E5

    Sheriff Shabazz fields multiple missing persons reports as the town prepares to gather for Good Friday. To protect Erin, Riley brings the truth to light.

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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  8. undefined Season 1 Episode 6 - Book VI: Acts of the Apostles
    7.9/10(46 votes)

    #8 - Book VI: Acts of the Apostles

    S1:E6

    A fervent Bev calls for faith on the night of Easter vigil. Sarah reveals the results of a troubling experiment — along with a sobering hypothesis.

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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  9. undefined Season 1 Episode 10 - Silence Lay Steadily
    7.9/10(71 votes)

    #9 - Silence Lay Steadily

    S1:E10

    The Red Room's contents are finally revealed as the Crains return to the house to confront old ghosts, unspeakable secrets and an insatiable evil.

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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  10. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Steven Sees a Ghost
    7.8/10(77 votes)

    #10 - Steven Sees a Ghost

    S1:E1

    While investigating a ghost story for his latest novel, a skeptical Steven receives a call from his sister that triggers a chain of fateful events.

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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  11. undefined Season 1 Episode 7 - Eulogy
    7.7/10(62 votes)

    #11 - Eulogy

    S1:E7

    As the Crains gather to say their final goodbyes, a flashback reveals Mr. Dudley's connection to the house -- and exposes a secret in the walls.

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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  12. undefined Season 1 Episode 3 - Book III: Proverbs
    7.7/10(51 votes)

    #12 - Book III: Proverbs

    S1:E3

    Miraculous times leave residents stunned as Leeza pays Joe an important visit. A shocking confession reveals what really happened to Monsignor Pruitt.

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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  13. undefined Season 1 Episode 5 - The Tell-Tale Heart
    7.6/10(41 votes)

    #13 - The Tell-Tale Heart

    S1:E5

    Victorine inches closer to testing her heart technology on a patient until tensions erupt between her and Alessandra. Dupin makes a chilling confession.

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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  14. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - A Midnight Dreary
    7.6/10(50 votes)

    #14 - A Midnight Dreary

    S1:E1

    A wealthy CEO faces a criminal investigation amid tragedy, trauma — and a supernatural threat. The Usher family learns an informant lurks among them.

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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  15. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Book IV: Lamentations
    7.5/10(51 votes)

    #15 - Book IV: Lamentations

    S1:E4

    Erin turns to Riley after receiving upsetting news. Father Paul starts experiencing disturbing side effects. Bev makes a startling discovery.

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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  16. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - Open Casket
    7.4/10(69 votes)

    #16 - Open Casket

    S1:E2

    A devastating family tragedy stirs memories of traumatic losses, reminding Shirley of her first brush with death -- and awakening long-dormant fears.

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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  17. undefined Season 1 Episode 6 - Goldbug
    7.4/10(40 votes)

    #17 - Goldbug

    S1:E6

    Pym digs up disturbing information on Verna. With her marriage on the decline, Tamerlane hosts a turbulent product launch that shatters expectations.

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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  18. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - Book II: Psalms
    7.3/10(54 votes)

    #18 - Book II: Psalms

    S1:E2

    An unsettling omen washes ashore in the wake of the storm. Later, when the locals gather for a potluck, tragedy strikes — and a miracle occurs.

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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  19. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - The Great Good Place
    7.3/10(48 votes)

    #19 - The Great Good Place

    S1:E1

    A bright-eyed American au pair hopes to make a difference caring for two orphans in a grand English manor. Yet the feeling of dread is undeniable.

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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  20. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - The Masque of the Red Death
    7.3/10(46 votes)

    #20 - The Masque of the Red Death

    S1:E2

    Motivated by money and revenge, Perry hosts an exclusive masque-rave that takes a twisted turn. A young Roderick pitches a revolutionary new opioid.

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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  21. undefined Season 1 Episode 7 - Book VII: Revelation
    7.1/10(47 votes)

    #21 - Book VII: Revelation

    S1:E7

    Night falls on Crockett Island as a tight-knit group of rebels take refuge where they can and forge a plan to control the chaos.

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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  22. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Book I: Genesis
    6.8/10(59 votes)

    #22 - Book I: Genesis

    S1:E1

    Riley Flynn returns home to family dysfunction, familiar faces and a new priest at St. Patrick's. Elsewhere on the island, a dark storm is brewing.

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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  23. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - The Final Chapter
    5.8/10(19 votes)

    #23 - The Final Chapter

    S1:E1

    When cancer cancels her plans for college, star student Ilonka finds a sliver of hope at Brightcliffe, a mysterious hospice for terminally ill teens.

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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  24. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - The Two Danas
    4.7/10(15 votes)

    #24 - The Two Danas

    S1:E2

    Anya brings bitterness to a tense group therapy session, and Ilonka meets a healer on the grounds. A deep cut sends a shaken Spencer to the infirmary

    Director:Mike Flanagan
    Writer:N/A

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Mike Flanagan Ratings Summary

"Two Storms" is the best rated episode directed by Mike Flanagan. It scored 8.824/10 based on 68 votes. It was written by N/A. It aired on 10/12/2018 and is rated 0.1 points higher than their second-best episode, "The Bent-Neck Lady".