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A retired businessman runs for mayor of Los Angeles to prove he's "still got it." Once he wins, he has to figure out what he stands for, gain the respect of his biggest critic and

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Mr. Mayor Season 2 Episode 4 - The Illusion of Choice
    7.6/10(124 votes)

    #1 - The Illusion of Choice

    S2:E4

    Mikaela and Tommy help Jayden transform into a Scorpio after he learns that his dream apartment has astrological sign requirements. Neil's attempt to raise mayoral awareness takes a turn when James nudges him to put his face on trash cans all over the city.

    Director:Brennan Shroff
    Writer:Matt Roller

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  2. Mr. Mayor Season 1 Episode 6 - Respect in the Workplace
    7.5/10(304 votes)

    #2 - Respect in the Workplace

    S1:E6

    A mandatory staff meeting derails plans for the team’s favorite day of the month.

    Director:Tristram Shapeero
    Writer:Tina Fey

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  3. Mr. Mayor Season 2 Episode 7 - Murder in the Old West
    7.5/10(122 votes)

    #3 - Murder in the Old West

    S2:E7

    Jayden hosts a Western-themed murder mystery party where Mikaela tries to figure out what's going on between her and James. Arpi and Neil clash over how to spend the city's newly acquired budget surplus.

    Director:Jaffar Mahmood
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Mr. Mayor Season 2 Episode 6 - Venus on the Moon
    7.4/10(124 votes)

    #4 - Venus on the Moon

    S2:E6

    Neil is forced to burst Orly's bubble about her "perfect mother." Arpi uses the office's high school interns to help get a bill passed. A freshly rejected Mikaela tries to prove that she has plenty of time in her life for things besides work.

    Director:Linda Mendoza
    Writer:Vanessa Ramos

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  5. Mr. Mayor Season 1 Episode 8 - Hearts Before Parts
    7.3/10(223 votes)

    #5 - Hearts Before Parts

    S1:E8

    Neil tries to convince Orly that a casual fling is more serious than it is and a trivia competition threatens to tear the staff apart.

    Director:Jaffar Mahmood
    Writer:Amina Munir

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  6. Mr. Mayor Season 2 Episode 3 - Trampage
    7.3/10(130 votes)

    #6 - Trampage

    S2:E3

    In the midst of a heat wave, Neil has a fling with Angelica, a prominent commercial actress. Tommy accidentally ruins the joy of Arpi's scratch-off lottery habit, but helps her by revealing a secret hobby of his own.

    Director:Brennan Shroff
    Writer:Lesley Wake Webster

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  7. Mr. Mayor Season 2 Episode 10 - The Debate
    7.3/10(114 votes)

    #7 - The Debate

    S2:E10

    Arpi and Neil square off in the televised mayoral recall debate; James reveals information that may change the course of his and Mikaela's relationship.

    Director:Heather Jack
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Mr. Mayor Season 1 Episode 7 - Avocado Crisis
    7.2/10(250 votes)

    #8 - Avocado Crisis

    S1:E7

    An avocado shortage brings the city of L.A. to its knees and an exhausted Mikaela discovers the only thing that can put her to sleep is one of Arpi's boring presentations.

    Director:Tristram Shapeero
    Writer:Matt Whitaker

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  9. Mr. Mayor Season 2 Episode 5 - Sister Cities
    7.2/10(123 votes)

    #9 - Sister Cities

    S2:E5

    Neil can't wait to show off his deal-making skills with the visiting mayors of L.A.'s sister cities, but chaos ensues when he mistakes a group of film extras for the real mayors. Mikaela, with Arpi's encouragement, decides to finally ask out James.

    Director:Heather Jack
    Writer:Jeremy Bronson

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  10. Mr. Mayor Season 2 Episode 9 - The Recall
    7.2/10(112 votes)

    #10 - The Recall

    S2:E9

    Tensions rise as Titi B.’s petition to recall Mayor Bremer gains traction. Jayden panics over having to side with Arpi against Neil. Mikaela and James’ first kiss leaves something to be desired.

    Director:Natalie Morales
    Writer:Amina Munir

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  11. Mr. Mayor Season 1 Episode 3 - Brentwood Trash
    7.1/10(367 votes)

    #11 - Brentwood Trash

    S1:E3

    Jayden interviews candidates for an opening on the team. Neil gets sidetracked during a town hall, and Orly has a shocking realization.

    Director:Christine Gernon
    Writer:Sam Means

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  12. Mr. Mayor Season 1 Episode 4 - The Sac
    7.1/10(314 votes)

    #12 - The Sac

    S1:E4

    A special assignment forces Jayden and Arpi to get to know each other. Meanwhile, Neil sets out on a mission to reconnect with Orly after she gets into a little trouble.

    Director:Anya Adams
    Writer:Tina Fey

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  13. Mr. Mayor Season 2 Episode 2 - Mayor Daddy
    7.1/10(125 votes)

    #13 - Mayor Daddy

    S2:E2

    Mikaela learns that her award for flattening the homelessness curve is based on a lie, and, with James and Arpi's help, grows determined to make a change for real. Neil realizes that his excitement about the I-Team has caused his original staff to act out like children, so he attempts to appease them.

    Director:Maggie Carey
    Writer:Matt Whitaker

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  14. Mr. Mayor Season 1 Episode 2 - Mayor's Day Out
    7.0/10(446 votes)

    #14 - Mayor's Day Out

    S1:E2

    After visiting a marijuana dispensary in support of his legalization plan, things go awry for Mayor Neil Bremer. While out, he puts Mikaela in charge of the mayor's office for the day.

    Director:Christine Gernon
    Writer:Robert Carlock

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  15. Mr. Mayor Season 1 Episode 9 - #Palmtreereform
    7.0/10(212 votes)

    #15 - #Palmtreereform

    S1:E9

    Neil's plan to save the city money on palm tree maintenance meets unexpected resistance. Tommy and Mikaela don't believe Jayden when he announces he's going to be a father.

    Director:Jaffar Mahmood
    Writer:Robert Carlock

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  16. Mr. Mayor Season 1 Episode 5 - Dodger Day
    6.9/10(276 votes)

    #16 - Dodger Day

    S1:E5

    Mayor Neil rolls out a new safety initiative as Arpi trains him for his most challenging task yet. Mikaela and Tommy realize the clock is ticking for them to find love.

    Director:Maggie Carey
    Writer:Meredith Scardino

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  17. Mr. Mayor Season 2 Episode 8 - Titi B.
    6.9/10(130 votes)

    #17 - Titi B.

    S2:E8

    Neil accidentally angers mega-influencer Titi B. and must apologize or deal with the wrath of her followers. Jayden coaches Arpi on how to be less abrasive at personal appearances.

    Director:David J. Miller
    Writers:Meredith Scardino, Lauren Gurganous

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  18. Mr. Mayor Season 2 Episode 1 - Move Fast and Break Things
    6.8/10(139 votes)

    #18 - Move Fast and Break Things

    S2:E1

    Neil is excited to work with his new Innovation Team but gets sidetracked when he has to take Orly (and Arpi) to the DMV for her permit test. Tommy and Mikaela become increasingly concerned about the I-Team’s new presence and fight to keep Jayden off the chopping block.

    Director:Maggie Carey
    Writer:Tina Fey

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  19. Mr. Mayor Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    6.7/10(532 votes)

    #19 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    Neil Bremer starts his first day as mayor of Los Angeles, where he faces new challenges on the job and at home.

    Director:Todd Holland
    Writers:Robert Carlock, Tina Fey

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Best Episodes Summary

"The Illusion of Choice" is the best rated episode of "Mr. Mayor". It scored 7.6/10 based on 124 votes. Directed by Brennan Shroff and written by Matt Roller, it aired on 4/5/2022. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Respect in the Workplace".