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The Best Episodes of Mom

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Aan irreverent and outrageous take on true family love‐and dysfunction. Newly sober single mom Christy struggles to raise two children in a world full of temptations and pitfalls. Testing her sobriety is her formerly estranged

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Mom Season 5 Episode 15 - Esta Loca and a Little Klingon
    9.0/10(382 votes)

    #1 - Esta Loca and a Little Klingon

    S5:E15

    Christy and Bonnie help Jill get sober again, and Christy's boyfriend, Patrick, is less than understanding when it ruins his birthday weekend.

    Director:Lea Thompson
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Mom Season 5 Episode 16 - Eight Cats and the Hat Show
    9.0/10(381 votes)

    #2 - Eight Cats and the Hat Show

    S5:E16

    Christy is blindsided by a surprising offer from her boyfriend, Patrick. Also, Bonnie struggles to be the stable one in her relationship after Adam experiences a devastating loss.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Mom Season 5 Episode 19 - A Taco Bowl and a Tubby Seamstress
    9.0/10(383 votes)

    #3 - A Taco Bowl and a Tubby Seamstress

    S5:E19

    Christy is concerned that she and Bonnie might lose their apartment when Bonnie locks horns with the tough new building owner, Rita.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Mom Season 6 Episode 16 - Skippy and the Knowledge Hole
    9.0/10(359 votes)

    #4 - Skippy and the Knowledge Hole

    S6:E16

    Christy finds it challenging to quit smoking, while Bonnie helps Tammy prepare for the GED test.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Mom Season 7 Episode 10 - Higgledy-Piggledy and a Cat Show
    9.0/10(387 votes)

    #5 - Higgledy-Piggledy and a Cat Show

    S7:E10

    Bonnie is forced to relive painful Christmas memories when Christy recounts tales from her childhood to Bonnie's sponsee, Patty.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Mom Season 8 Episode 18 - My Kinda People and the Big To-Do
    9.0/10(517 votes)

    #6 - My Kinda People and the Big To-Do

    S8:E18

    Bonnie gains a new outlook on her sobriety after dealing with difficult news. Also, Jill and Andy take a big step in their relationship.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writers:Chuck Lorre, Gemma Baker, Nick Bakay, Warren Bell

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  7. Mom Season 5 Episode 20 - Ocular Fluid and Fighting Robots
    8.7/10(366 votes)

    #7 - Ocular Fluid and Fighting Robots

    S5:E20

    Christy's sponsor challenges her to be nice to Bonnie at all costs, and Bonnie is convinced that Adam has stopped making an effort.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Mom Season 7 Episode 7 - Pork Butt and a Mall Walker
    8.7/10(361 votes)

    #8 - Pork Butt and a Mall Walker

    S7:E7

    Bonnie and Adam go on a double date with Jill and Andy. Also, Tammy recruits Christy to mediate a sensitive situation with Marjorie.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Mom Season 7 Episode 14 - Cheddar Cheese and a Squirrel Circus
    8.7/10(352 votes)

    #9 - Cheddar Cheese and a Squirrel Circus

    S7:E14

    After a successful kidney transplant surgery, Bonnie is concerned that Tammy's Aunt Cookie is taking her second chance for granted. Also, Christy tries to track down a handsome stranger she believes is her soulmate.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Mom Season 7 Episode 15 - Somebody's Grandmother and the A-List
    8.7/10(342 votes)

    #10 - Somebody's Grandmother and the A-List

    S7:E15

    Christy helps Marjorie prepare for her first date since her husband's passing. Also, Bonnie's friendship with Jill is put to the test when a past indiscretion resurfaces.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Mom Season 7 Episode 17 - Beef Baloney Dan and a Sarcastic No
    8.7/10(348 votes)

    #11 - Beef Baloney Dan and a Sarcastic No

    S7:E17

    Bonnie suspects that Adam's sponsor has an ulterior motive. And Christy is caught in the middle when Tammy plays hard to get with Chef Rudy.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Mom Season 6 Episode 20 - Triple Dip and an Overhand Grip
    8.6/10(426 votes)

    #12 - Triple Dip and an Overhand Grip

    S6:E20

    Bonnie and Tammy revisit childhood memories on a trip to their old foster home. Also, Christy and Jill regret accepting a date with two guys from their AA meeting.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Mom Season 7 Episode 1 - Audrey Hepburn and a Jalapeño Pepper
    8.5/10(422 votes)

    #13 - Audrey Hepburn and a Jalapeño Pepper

    S7:E1

    In the Season 7 premiere, Bonnie struggles to enjoy her perfect honeymoon with Adam; and Christy makes some questionable changes at the bar.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Mom Season 8 Episode 3 - Tang and a Safe Space for Everybody
    8.5/10(386 votes)

    #14 - Tang and a Safe Space for Everybody

    S8:E3

    Bonnie takes a trip down memory lane when she reconnects with an old flame, Rod. Also, Tammy volunteers to remodel the kitchen so it’s more accessible to Adam.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Mom Season 4 Episode 12 - Wind Chimes and a Bottomless Pit of Sadness
    8.4/10(598 votes)

    #15 - Wind Chimes and a Bottomless Pit of Sadness

    S4:E12

    Christy, Bonnie, Jill and Wendy accidentally eat pot-filled cookies.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Mom Season 4 Episode 4 - Curious George and the Big Red Nightmare
    8.2/10(454 votes)

    #16 - Curious George and the Big Red Nightmare

    S4:E4

    Christy and Bonnie worry that Roscoe has a drug problem when Baxter and Candace catch him smoking pot.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Mom Season 6 Episode 12 - Hacky Sack and a Beautiful Experience
    8.2/10(366 votes)

    #17 - Hacky Sack and a Beautiful Experience

    S6:E12

    Christy's smoking causes problems when the ladies take a road trip. Also, Bonnie offers Adam unsolicited business advice.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Mom Season 7 Episode 2 - Pop Pop and a Puma
    8.2/10(383 votes)

    #18 - Pop Pop and a Puma

    S7:E2

    Christy and Adam clash over an incident at the bar, leaving Bonnie in a precarious situation. Also, Jill's new boyfriend, Andy, has trouble finding a way to impress her.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Mom Season 3 Episode 18 - Beast Mode and Old People Kissing
    8.1/10(492 votes)

    #19 - Beast Mode and Old People Kissing

    S3:E18

    When Jodi's boyfriend, Travis (Jesse Luken), who was with her when she overdosed, shows up at an A.A. meeting, Christy struggles to show him the compassion he needs. Also, Bonnie's new boyfriend, Adam (William Fichtner), feels left out because she spends so much time at A.A.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Mom Season 6 Episode 1 - Pre-Washed Lettuce and a Mime
    8.1/10(404 votes)

    #20 - Pre-Washed Lettuce and a Mime

    S6:E1

    Christy has second thoughts about law school after a tough first day, and Bonnie is plagued by an upsetting dream.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Mom Season 3 Episode 17 - Caperberries and a Glass Eye
    8.0/10(484 votes)

    #21 - Caperberries and a Glass Eye

    S3:E17

    Christy encourages Bonnie to go out with a great new guy, Adam, only to find out he's not as great as she thought.

    Director:Anthony Rich
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Mom Season 4 Episode 6 - Xanax and a Baby Duck
    8.0/10(438 votes)

    #22 - Xanax and a Baby Duck

    S4:E6

    Christy becomes overprotective and keeps a constant eye on 12-year-old son Roscoe after discovering he's been using drugs and alcohol.

    Director:Jon Cryer
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Mom Season 5 Episode 10 - A Bear and a Bladder Infection
    8.0/10(391 votes)

    #23 - A Bear and a Bladder Infection

    S5:E10

    When Christy's long-distance relationship begins to fizzle, she seeks the company of a former fling. Also, Bonnie tries to give up coffee.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Mom Season 5 Episode 14 - Charlotte Brontë and a Backhoe
    8.0/10(409 votes)

    #24 - Charlotte Brontë and a Backhoe

    S5:E14

    Bonnie locks horns with Jill's "inner strength" coach, Miranda. Also, Christy struggles to bounce back after being rejected from law school.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Mom Season 5 Episode 17 - Crazy Snakes and a Clog to the Head
    8.0/10(399 votes)

    #25 - Crazy Snakes and a Clog to the Head

    S5:E17

    When the ladies bring a meeting to a women’s prison, Bonnie is attacked by an old acquaintance, Tammy, and Christy helps Bonnie make amends.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Esta Loca and a Little Klingon" is the best rated episode of "Mom". It scored 9/10 based on 382 votes. Directed by Lea Thompson and written by Unknown, it aired on 3/29/2018. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Eight Cats and the Hat Show".