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The Best Episodes of Casual

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A dysfunctional family tries to help each other navigate the modern dating scene. Recent divorcee Tara and her bachelor brother coach each other through the crazy world of dating (on-line and off), while living under

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Casual Season 4 Episode 8 - Finale
    8.5/10(139 votes)

    S4:E8

    Alex and Valerie grapple with an unexpected death in the family and put big life decisions on hold to go on a double date. Laura finds clarity in her love life. Series Finale.

    Director:Michael Weaver
    Writer:Zander Lehmann

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  2. Casual Season 4 Episode 7 - All About You
    8.2/10(94 votes)

    S4:E7

    Alex’s “first date” with Rae goes less smoothly than planned, while a stubborn John tries Val’s patience. Laura returns to Tathiana with a newfound resolve, and Leon and Leia begin the process of mediation.

    Director:Michael Weaver
    Writer:Nick Jones Jr.

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  3. Casual Season 1 Episode 8 - Bottles
    8.1/10(223 votes)

    S1:E8

    Laura invites several unwelcome guests to Alex's house for Thanksgiving dinner they'll all never forget.

    Director:Tricia Brock
    Writers:Harris Danow, Zander Lehmann

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  4. Casual Season 2 Episode 13 - The Great Unknown
    8.1/10(154 votes)

    S2:E13

    A family crisis brings Valerie, Alex and Laura together.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Casual Season 4 Episode 5 - The Last Super Bowl
    8.1/10(94 votes)

    S4:E5

    During Alex’s Last Super Bowl party gone awry, Valerie introduces John to the gang as Alex processes Rae’s decision to move out. Laura has a chance run-in with Tathiana. And Leon and Leia are at an impasse after Leia’s recent revelation.

    Director:Zander Lehmann
    Writer:Rosa Handelman

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  6. Casual Season 1 Episode 10 - Dave
    7.9/10(204 votes)

    S1:E10

    Alex leans on Leon for emotional support. Laura contemplates a new life. Valerie, Alex, and Emmy reach an impasse.

    Director:Fred Savage
    Writer:Zander Lehmann

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  7. Casual Season 2 Episode 7 - Threesomes
    7.9/10(169 votes)

    S2:E7

    Valerie must choose between two very different men; Alex's relationship with a young co-worker draws attention; Laura and Aubrey present an irresistible offer to Spencer.

    Director:Lynn Shelton
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Casual Season 3 Episode 1 - Ashes To Ashes
    7.9/10(148 votes)

    S3:E1

    In the wake of Charles’ death, Alex and Valerie adjust to their new lives apart. Laura schemes to remove her tattoo. Dawn makes an unexpected announcement.

    Director:Lynn Shelton
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Casual Season 4 Episode 6 - Polytropos
    7.9/10(90 votes)

    S4:E6

    Following a day of misguided decisions, Alex, Valerie, and Laura begin their overdue pilgrimage to Dawn’s. But when their road trip takes an accidental turn, each faces an obstacle that tests their willpower in different ways.

    Director:Helen Estabrook
    Writer:Tess Morris

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  10. Casual Season 1 Episode 5 - Mom
    7.8/10(208 votes)

    S1:E5

    Valerie and Alex's mother shows up unannounced. Valerie receives sound advice from an unlikely source. Laura and Michael share a moment.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Sheila Callaghan

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  11. Casual Season 1 Episode 6 - Biden
    7.8/10(203 votes)

    S1:E6

    Alex's secret leads to a pleasant surprise. Laura bonds with Michael after things spin out of control at school. Valerie opens up with her ex-husband.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Liz Tigelaar

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  12. Casual Season 1 Episode 9 - Mars
    7.8/10(197 votes)

    S1:E9

    Tensions run high at Dawn and Charles' rehearsal dinner. Laura attends an art exhibition. A discovery shocks Alex to his core.

    Director:Fred Savage
    Writer:Halsted Sullivan

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  13. Casual Season 2 Episode 4 - Big Green Egg
    7.8/10(159 votes)

    S2:E4

    Alex hosts a dinner for his new business partner Jordan, only to be confronted with someone from his past. Valerie joins Jennifer for Game Night with her friends. Laura gets to know one of the girls from her home school group.

    Director:Karyn Kusama
    Writer:Harris Danow

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  14. Casual Season 2 Episode 10 - Reunion
    7.8/10(150 votes)

    S2:E10

    Valerie and Jack indulge their fantasies at a hotel. Alex adjusts to his new life with Sarah. Laura and Spencer screen a series of teen romance films.

    Director:Marielle Heller
    Writer:Rosa Handelman

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  15. Casual Season 4 Episode 4 - Dreams Stay With You
    7.8/10(92 votes)

    S4:E4

    Alex embarks on a psychedelic getaway only to encounter anunpleasant figure from his past, while Valerie runs into an old flame during a night out with John. Laura maneuvers a new career opportunity around an inscrutable boss.

    Director:Hannah Fidell
    Writer:Harris Danow

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  16. Casual Season 1 Episode 4 - ...
    7.7/10(217 votes)

    S1:E4

    Valerie breaks Alex's rules on casual sex. Alex is interviewed about his dating website. Laura takes things up a notch with an older man.

    Director:Max Winkler
    Writer:Zander Lehmann

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  17. Casual Season 2 Episode 2 - Trivial Pursuit
    7.7/10(158 votes)

    S2:E2

    Alex embraces his new role as Laura's teacher but his methods are questionable. Valerie reaches out to old friends and makes an unsettling discovery.

    Director:Jason Reitman
    Writer:Liz Tigelaar

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  18. Casual Season 3 Episode 5 - Look At Me
    7.7/10(125 votes)

    S3:E5

    Valerie’s fling with her classmate gets more complicated than she had hoped. Laura uncovers troubling information about her ballot proposition. A date inspires Alex to consider his future.

    Director:Lake Bell
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Casual Season 3 Episode 6 - Troubleshooting
    7.7/10(122 votes)

    S3:E6

    Alex reacquaints himself with the demands of working full-time. Valerie catches up with Jennifer and learns an intriguing secret about Jack. Laura goes door-to-door collecting signatures, while interning for a new environmental group.

    Director:Amy York Rubin
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Casual Season 3 Episode 7 - The Rat King
    7.7/10(128 votes)

    S3:E7

    Rae’s discovery of a rat in the bathroom sparks a hunt through Alex’s house. Leon and Leia’s relationship escalates.

    Director:Amy York Rubin
    Writer:Rosa Handelman

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  21. Casual Season 1 Episode 7 - Home
    7.6/10(204 votes)

    S1:E7

    Alex, Emmy, and Leon get adventurous. Laura is devastated by news involving her mother, Valerie.

    Director:Tricia Brock
    Writer:Harris Danow

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  22. Casual Season 2 Episode 3 - Such Good Friends
    7.6/10(156 votes)

    S2:E3

    Valerie tries to take her friendship with fellow therapist Jennifer to the next level. Alex considers an offer from a venture capitalist to keep Snooger from going under. Laura considers joining a homeschool study group.

    Director:Karyn Kusama
    Writer:Zander Lehmann

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  23. Casual Season 2 Episode 5 - Bicycle Thieves
    7.6/10(154 votes)

    S2:E5

    Valerie considers her fertility options after a visit with her doctor. Alex reexamines a relationship with an ex-girlfriend. Laura and Aubrey bond over a secret.

    Director:Iain B. MacDonald
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Casual Season 2 Episode 6 - 100 Cows
    7.6/10(157 votes)

    S2:E6

    Valerie is set up with Jennifer's friend, but her mind is on another person; Alex hopes to impress Sarah with an engagement present; Laura's friendship with Aubrey gets personal.

    Director:Iain B. MacDonald
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Casual Season 3 Episode 2 - Things to Do in Burbank When You're Dead
    7.6/10(141 votes)

    S3:E2

    After the memorial, Alex and Valerie spend one last night roaming the streets of their old neighborhood and discussing where to scatter Charles’ ashes.

    Director:Carrie Brownstein
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Finale" is the best rated episode of "Casual". It scored 8.5/10 based on 139 votes. Directed by Michael Weaver and written by Zander Lehmann, it aired on 7/31/2018. This episode scored 0.3 points higher than the second highest rated, "All About You".