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The Best Episodes of Franklin & Bash

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When they're not hanging out at their favorite hot dog stand pontificating on what they'd go through to enjoy a night with their favorite female celebrities, Jared Franklin and Peter Bash are chasing down their

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    Franklin & Bash Season 2 Episode 9 - Waiting on a Friend
    9.0/10(3 votes)

    #1 - Waiting on a Friend

    S2:E9

    Peter and Jared must clear their name when a former client is arrested for skipping trial, only to accuse her two lawyers of paying her to disappear. This promotes an internal, misconduct, investigation at Infeld-Daniels against the pair that could cost them their job. Jared meets an unexpected love interest when some New York associates show up in LA to investigate the claims. In this episode we also see how the dynamic legal duo of Franklin and Bash came to be.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Franklin & Bash Season 3 Episode 2 - Dead and Alive
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #2 - Dead and Alive

    S3:E2

    The gang moves into Infeld’s beach house and Peter is quick to pursue their beautiful neighbor Charlie. Jared and Peter must prove a veteran is alive after a clerical error wrongfully pronounced him deceased and he is poised to lose his house. Karp is increasingly concerned about Infeld’s erratic behavior, which comes to a head when he befriends a Ukrainian drive-through worker and plans to marry her for a visa extension so she can pursue the American dream.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Franklin & Bash Season 3 Episode 3 - Good Lovin'
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #3 - Good Lovin'

    S3:E3

    When Peter’s mother is arrested on prostitution charges it’s up to the boys to prove her methods are purely therapeutic. But when Jared’s sexually demanding fling with the opposing DA renders him exhausted and useless, Peter must single handedly confront his mother on the stand and distill her true motive. Meanwhile, Damien attempts to woo a judge with hopes to gain endorsement for his bench after he retires.

    Director:David Grossman
    Writers:Jay Shore, Bill Chais

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  4. Franklin & Bash Season 3 Episode 5 - By the Numbers
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #4 - By the Numbers

    S3:E5

    Peter and Jared represent a brilliant actuary who buys a dying woman’s life insurance policy for pennies on the dollar and then is accused of her murder. Damien and Infeld work with a Venice Beach beekeeper, and Peter makes headway with Charlie, but is surprised to learn she has a daughter.

    Director:Arlene Sanford
    Writer:Jamie Pachino

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  5. Franklin & Bash Season 3 Episode 7 - Control
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #5 - Control

    S3:E7

    Peter and Jared attempt to silence a relentless heckler who’s singled out a major league prospect. Rachel reluctantly handles her family’s litigation against a bull semen distributor, and Karp’s quest to judgeship hits a roadblock when his mentor is found dead on a golf course. Meanwhile, Peter’s future with Charlie takes a back seat to her potential career commitments.

    Director:Michael Zinberg
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Franklin & Bash Season 3 Episode 8 - Out of the Blue
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #6 - Out of the Blue

    S3:E8

    On Rachel’s order, Peter and Jared must court a client whose business was struck by a priceless meteorite. Once the government tries to seize the artifact, the boys’ legal maneuvering steers their client toward his Indian ancestry in an effort to save it. Infeld defends Damien for the murder of a judge, subsequently revealing a few secrets of his own about that fateful day.

    Director:Jeff Bleckner
    Writer:Bill Krebs

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  7. Franklin & Bash Season 3 Episode 9 - Shoot to Thrill
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #7 - Shoot to Thrill

    S3:E9

    Peter and Jared defend a bounty hunter who’s been charged with excessive use of force, resulting in an F&B-style courtroom demonstration that literally blows up in their face. Jared tries to cheer Peter up by bringing him along on a double date. Karp takes a Franklin and Bash approach to life after some good news, and Pindar’s stalking of their famous neighbor turns ugly when he crashes a drone onto his deck and finds Peter’s girlfriend Charlie in his company.

    Director:David Paymer
    Writer:Bill Chais

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  8. Franklin & Bash Season 3 Episode 10 - Gone in a Flash
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #8 - Gone in a Flash

    S3:E10

    A subpoena of Pindar’s computer unearths evidence that he may have been responsible for the destruction of the Man Cave. An insurance fraud investigation is spearheaded which ultimately implicates the entire F&B gang. Karp finally gets his shot before a judicial selection committee but quickly finds they know way too much about his past, and Peter and Charlie plan one last "montage" before she leaves for San Francisco and their summer of love comes to an end. Infeld is finally able to make peace with his old foe.

    Director:Mike Listo
    Writer:Kevin Falls

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  9. Franklin & Bash Season 4 Episode 6 - Dance the Night Away
    9.0/10(3 votes)

    #9 - Dance the Night Away

    S4:E6

    Peter's mother brings the boys the case of an injured stripper; Damien Karp rejoins the firm; Peter exchanges legal services for the title of Duke in lieu of pay.

    Director:Bill Chais
    Writer:Bill Chais

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  10. Franklin & Bash Season 4 Episode 10 - Red or Black
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #10 - Red or Black

    S4:E10

    A mysterious invitation beckons Infeld to Las Vegas to confront his destiny.

    Director:Richie Keen
    Writers:Bill Chais, Bill Krebs

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  11. Franklin & Bash Season 2 Episode 3 - Jango and Rossi
    8.7/10(3 votes)

    #11 - Jango and Rossi

    S2:E3

    Peter and Jared run into the B-list version of themselves (Seth Green and Eric Mabius) while defending one of Infeld's ex-wives (Cybill Shephard), who has been accused of kidnapping a client's dog. Meanwhile, Karp is left to work with Pindar on a robbery case, but Pindar's quirks threaten to derail the partnership.

    Director:Jason Ensler
    Writers:Breckin Meyer, Kevin Falls

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  12. Franklin & Bash Season 2 Episode 6 - Voir Dire
    8.7/10(3 votes)

    #12 - Voir Dire

    S2:E6

    Peter and Jared work on a case in which a former chop-shop worker is charged with a premeditated attach. Later, they guys rumble with an all-powerful district attorney. Meanwhile, a pretty law student arrives for a summer program.

    Director:John Landis
    Writer:Kevin Falls

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  13. Franklin & Bash Season 2 Episode 7 - Summer Girls
    8.7/10(3 votes)

    #13 - Summer Girls

    S2:E7

    The guys aid two female Navy sailors who are charged with assault. Hanna helps in the case, but she may have hidden motives in doing so. Meanwhile, Pindar mediates a dispute between virtual-business owners; and Karp tangles with a summer associate.

    Director:Elizabeth Allen Rosenbaum
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Franklin & Bash Season 3 Episode 6 - Freck
    8.7/10(3 votes)

    #14 - Freck

    S3:E6

    Jared and Peter come to the aid of their friend Robbie who’s been charged with murdering his long-time practical joke adversary. The boys must cast aside their instincts as lawyers and channel their inner prankster to draw out the truth. Damien handles a case for Infeld’s foundation; a turf war for shelf space between a supermarket and a non-profit that employs rehabilitated criminals. Peter finally gets to meet Charlie’s daughter who takes a shine to Pindar.

    Director:Colin Bucksey
    Writers:Kevin Falls, Richard Hewett

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  15. Franklin & Bash Season 4 Episode 5 - Deep Throat
    8.7/10(3 votes)

    #15 - Deep Throat

    S4:E5

    Peter and Jared defend a high school newspaper reporter who has been accused of running a smear campaign against another student; Jared and Swattello must fill out forms detailing the nature of their relationship; Infeld sues a dry cleaner.

    Director:Colin Bucksey
    Writer:Alex Berger

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  16. Franklin & Bash Season 3 Episode 1 - Coffee and Cream
    8.5/10(2 votes)

    #16 - Coffee and Cream

    S3:E1

    After legal heavyweight Rachel King humiliates Franklin & Bash on national television, Stanton hires her to help run the firm. Peter and Jared represent a famous magician after a bracelet vanishes and never reappears. Damien intentionally re-releases an embarrassing viral video with hopes to expedite his judicial appointment. Pindar finds a termite in his bed and has the house tented, but staying on the outside proves too difficult and results in the Man Cave’s destruction.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Franklin & Bash Season 3 Episode 4 - Captain Johnny
    8.5/10(2 votes)

    #17 - Captain Johnny

    S3:E4

    A wager is made between Rachel and the boys as to whose case will garner better PR for the firm -- Jared and Peter’s defense of a fisherman in which they invoke "Pirate Law" or Rachel’s case, a wrongful termination involving a self-proclaimed psychic. Meanwhile, Peter and Jared acquire a "discarded" curbside sofa, which Pindar discovers is a certain celebrity. This renews a feud between the star and their landlord, Stanton.

    Director:Richie Keen
    Writers:Nicki Renna, Matt McGuinness

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  18. Franklin & Bash Season 4 Episode 4 - Good Cop/Bad Cop
    8.5/10(2 votes)

    #18 - Good Cop/Bad Cop

    S4:E4

    Peter and Jared become the targets of a dirty cop; the boys turn to Peter's old flame for help; Stanton Infeld competes against his nephew for a high-powered piece of business.

    Director:Richie Keen
    Writer:Matt McGuinness

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  19. Franklin & Bash Season 4 Episode 9 - Spirits in the Material World
    8.5/10(2 votes)

    #19 - Spirits in the Material World

    S4:E9

    Peter and Jared try to prove that a real estate giant knowingly deceived a retired couple.

    Director:Arlene Sanford
    Writers:Bill Chais, Patrick Sheehan

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  20. Franklin & Bash Season 2 Episode 4 - For Those About to Rock
    8.3/10(3 votes)

    #20 - For Those About to Rock

    S2:E4

    Jared is ordered to serve as a small claims court judge for an outstanding contempt of court citation. When he makes a regrettable ruling that disturbs the local rock-'n'-roll community, he once again finds himself in court with his father (Beau Bridges). The two go head-to-head on a case involving an iconic, rock and roll empressario (Peter Weller). Infeld defends his spiritual advisor and life coach who was recently exposed as a fraud.

    Director:Allan Arkush
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Franklin & Bash Season 4 Episode 7 - Honor Thy Mother
    8.3/10(3 votes)

    #21 - Honor Thy Mother

    S4:E7

    Jared wakes up in bed next to Peter's mother; Peter and Jared must work together to save their beloved diner; Pindar returns with news of his engagement.

    Director:Mark-Paul Gosselaar
    Writers:Breckin Meyer, Kevin Falls

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  22. Franklin & Bash Season 4 Episode 8 - Falcon's Nest
    8.3/10(3 votes)

    #22 - Falcon's Nest

    S4:E8

    Franklin and Bash try to help their friend with an adult adoption; Karp and Anita join forces.

    Director:Mike Listo
    Writers:Denise Harkavy, Alex Berger

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  23. Franklin & Bash Season 2 Episode 1 - Strange Brew
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #23 - Strange Brew

    S2:E1

    In the Season 2 opener, Peter and Jared seek a promotion by trying to sign a beverage-company bigwig as a client. Elsewhere, Peter is attracted to a sightly lady police officer.

    Director:Jason Ensler
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Franklin & Bash Season 2 Episode 2 - Viper
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #24 - Viper

    S2:E2

    Jared and Peter's first manslaughter case centers on an aspiring crime fighter charged with pursuing a man who later died. Meanwhile, Peter's mother pays a visit and delivers big news; and Pindar battles his phobias.

    Director:Timothy Busfield
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Franklin & Bash Season 4 Episode 2 - Kershaw v. Lincecum
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #25 - Kershaw v. Lincecum

    S4:E2

    Anita Haskins takes point on a divorce case; Peter and Jared try to protect the firm's revenue stream; the boys must call in favors to obtain tickets to a highly anticipated basketball game.

    Director:Paul Holahan
    Writer:Dana Calvo

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Best Episodes Summary

"Waiting on a Friend" is the best rated episode of "Franklin & Bash". It scored 9/10 based on 3 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/31/2012. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Dead and Alive".