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The Best Episodes of Last Man Standing Season 9

Every episode of Last Man Standing Season 9 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Last Man Standing Season 9!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Last Man Standing Season 9 Episode 1 - Time Flies
    4.4/10(5 votes)

    #1 - Time Flies

    S9:E1

    A series of time jumps finds Mike & Vanessa with two new grandchildren, as well as Mandy and Kyle living with them. Mike accidentally-on-purpose gets involved when Vanessa and Mandy clash over Vanessa's "helpfulness". Meanwhile at Outdoor Man, Chuck desperately hopes its last call on Ed's mixology happy hour.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Last Man Standing Season 9 Episode 2 - Dual Time
    6.5/10(4 votes)

    #2 - Dual Time

    S9:E2

    The Baxters see double when Vanessa hires a home improvement repairman who bears an uncanny resemblance to Mike. Meanwhile, Kyle and Ryan defend their favorite comic book writer to Mandy and Kristen, and Mike struggles with an idea for his Outdoor Man 10th Anniversary vlog.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. Last Man Standing Season 9 Episode 3 - High on the Corporate Ladder
    5.5/10(4 votes)

    #3 - High on the Corporate Ladder

    S9:E3

    Mike reluctantly finds himself acting as Ryan's mentor when he is offered a big corporate job. Meanwhile, Mandy and Kyle attempt to make Ed's bucket list dreams come true after finding a secret file on his computer.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Last Man Standing Season 9 Episode 4 - Jen Again
    5.3/10(3 votes)

    #4 - Jen Again

    S9:E4

    Mike surprises Vanessa with a visit from Jen that might last longer than she expected. Meanwhile, Ryan's asks Chuck for advice to impress his new corporate boss on the golf course.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Last Man Standing Season 9 Episode 5 - Outdoor Toddler
    5.3/10(3 votes)

    #5 - Outdoor Toddler

    S9:E5

    When Vanessa asks Ed to revive the Outdoorman Toddler campaign, she is forced to choose between her two new granddaughters for the ad. Meanwhile, Ryan's plan to buy a house on Mike's street hits a snag - Mike -.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Last Man Standing Season 9 Episode 6 - A Fool and His Money
    5.3/10(3 votes)

    #6 - A Fool and His Money

    S9:E6

    Mike regrets convincing Joe to use his inheritance money to buy a classic jeep when he realizes how he intends to restore it. Meanwhile, Kristin and Ryan worry that Mandy and Kyle are teaching Sarah bad language.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Last Man Standing Season 9 Episode 7 - Preschool Confidential
    5.3/10(3 votes)

    #7 - Preschool Confidential

    S9:E7

    Vanessa's attempt to have both her granddaughters admitted to an elite preschool puts her in a sticky situation to return a political favor. Meanwhile, Mike worries Rev. Paul is taking advantage of Kyle.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Last Man Standing Season 9 Episode 8 - Lost and Found
    5.3/10(3 votes)

    #8 - Lost and Found

    S9:E8

    When Ed pits Mike and Joe against each other to find the next classic car for renovation, Chuck teaches them a valuable lesson. Meanwhile, Mandy, Kyle and Vanessa meddle in Jen's love life.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. Last Man Standing Season 9 Episode 9 - Grill in the Mist
    5.3/10(3 votes)

    #9 - Grill in the Mist

    S9:E9

    In the wake of the pandemic, Mike and Kristin are forced to make some tough business decisions involving Outdoor Man. Meanwhile, Jen helps Mandy get organized.

    Director:Unknown
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  10. Last Man Standing Season 9 Episode 10 - Meatless Mike
    5.3/10(3 votes)

    #10 - Meatless Mike

    S9:E10

    Mike's willpower is put to the test when Vanessa challenges him to go vegetarian for a week. Meanwhile, Ed trolls ventriloquist Jeff Dunham on social media and Mandy and Kyle move into Kristin and Ryan's guest house.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. Last Man Standing Season 9 Episode 11 - Granny Nanny
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #11 - Granny Nanny

    S9:E11

    On the eve of her birthday, Vanessa refuses to believe that she needs to slow down, going above and beyond on her grandma responsibilities. Meanwhile, Joe puts Mike's friendship to the test.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. Last Man Standing Season 9 Episode 12 - Midwife Crisis
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #12 - Midwife Crisis

    S9:E12

    In a flashback set during the pandemic, Mandy and Kyle decide to have a home birth - at Mike and Vanessa's. Meanwhile, Ryan and Chuck team up to construct a state-of-the-art crib.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. Last Man Standing Season 9 Episode 13 - Your Move
    3.5/10(2 votes)

    #13 - Your Move

    S9:E13

    While Mike is away, Kristin learns what it takes to be in charge at Outdoor Man. Meanwhile, Vanessa and Kyle debate how to upgrade the backyard play area and Ryan teaches Mandy how to play chess, but he may be the one getting schooled.

    Director:Unknown
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  14. Last Man Standing Season 9 Episode 14 - The Two Nieces of Eve
    7.0/10(2 votes)

    #14 - The Two Nieces of Eve

    S9:E14

    Eve comes home for a visit and struggles to connect with her nieces. Meanwhile, Kyle turns to Ed when he worries he isn't dynamic enough in his preaching.

    Director:Unknown
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  15. Last Man Standing Season 9 Episode 15 - Butterfly Effect
    5.0/10(3 votes)

    #15 - Butterfly Effect

    S9:E15

    Mike and Vanessa help Mandy and Kyle with their estate planning, but are disappointed with whom they plan to appoint as Sarah's legal guardian. Meanwhile, Jen begins working at OutdoorMan and takes advice from Chuck a tad too seriously.

    Director:Unknown
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  16. Last Man Standing Season 9 Episode 16 - Parent-normal Activity
    5.0/10(3 votes)

    #16 - Parent-normal Activity

    S9:E16

    After her granddaughter starts misbehaving, Vanessa gives Mandy a valuable parenting lesson. Meanwhile, Mike is challenged to find a meaningful gift for his business anniversary with Ed.

    Director:Unknown
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  17. Last Man Standing Season 9 Episode 17 - Love & Negotiation
    7.0/10(2 votes)

    #17 - Love & Negotiation

    S9:E17

    Kristin and Ryan go head-to-head in a business negotiation for Outdoor Man that puts their marriage in a sticky situation. Meanwhile, Vanessa and Mandy compete to see who can log the most steps in a day.

    Director:Unknown
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  18. Last Man Standing Season 9 Episode 18 - Yoga and Boo-Boo
    7.0/10(2 votes)

    #18 - Yoga and Boo-Boo

    S9:E18

    After Mike's doctor recommends that he start stretching, Mike uses Chuck's injury as an excuse to get out of yoga with Vanessa. Meanwhile, Kristin and Ryan and Mandy and Kyle each believe the other couple is jealous of their relationship.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. Last Man Standing Season 9 Episode 19 - Murder, She Wanted
    4.7/10(3 votes)

    #19 - Murder, She Wanted

    S9:E19

    Mandy gets jealous after Mike spends time with Ryan at a marketing retreat. Meanwhile, Ed attempts to get Chuck and Joe to see a musical.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. Last Man Standing Season 9 Episode 20 - Baxter Boot Camp
    4.7/10(3 votes)

    #20 - Baxter Boot Camp

    S9:E20

    Mike teaches Kristin about work/life balance, as Vanessa and Mandy school Jen on camping. Meanwhile, Ed asks Kyle how to get into heaven.

    Director:Unknown
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  21. Last Man Standing Season 9 Episode 21 - Keep On Truckin'
    7.0/10(2 votes)

    #21 - Keep On Truckin'

    S9:E21

    After Mike's beloved truck is stolen, just as he completes his 10-year renovation on it, the Baxter family and friends gather together for an emotional good-bye.

    Director:Unknown
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Season 9 Ratings Summary

"Time Flies" is the best rated episode of "Last Man Standing" season 9. It scored 4.4/10 based on 5 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/3/2021. This episode is rated 2.1 points higher than the second-best, "Dual Time".