The Worst Episodes of Political Animals

#1 Worst Episode
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7.9/10(371 votes)
#1 - Pilot
S1:E17/15/2012
In this series opener, the US Secretary of State tries to protect a shocking family secret all the while dealing with an Iranian hostage crisis.
Director:Greg Berlanti
Writer:Greg Berlanti
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Director:Greg Berlanti
Writer:Greg Berlanti
8.0/10(283 votes)
#2 - Second Time Around
S1:E27/22/2012
Douglas discovers Elaine has plans to run for office again as T.J. revisits his old habits and hits rock bottom. Elaine has Bud negotiate for the lives of Iranian hostages, placing him back into the spotlight.
Director:Bethany Rooney
Writers:Greg Berlanti, Molly Newman
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Director:Bethany Rooney
Writers:Greg Berlanti, Molly Newman
8.1/10(275 votes)
#3 - Lost Boys
S1:E48/5/2012
T.J. recounts the events that lead up to his suicide attempt while dealing with his family's lack of interest in his club opening. Douglas struggles to cope with his betrayal and meanwhile, Elaine has a diplomatic crisis on her hands upon her return from overseas.
Director:David Petrarca
Writers:Speed Weed, Geoffrey Nauffts
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Director:David Petrarca
Writers:Speed Weed, Geoffrey Nauffts
8.2/10(263 votes)
#4 - 16 Hours
S1:E58/12/2012
Elaine's attention is torn between catering to T.J. and a Chinese submarine rescue mission. She also makes a deal with Susan allowing her unlimited access to the rescue mission in exchange for her discretion about T.J.
Director:Tucker Gates
Writers:Phil Klemmer, Nicholas Wootton
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Director:Tucker Gates
Writers:Phil Klemmer, Nicholas Wootton
8.3/10(259 votes)
#5 - Resignation Day
S1:E68/19/2012
In the Season 1 finale, Elaine's plan to resign hits a snag and her resignation letter leaks to the press. Elsewhere, Douglas confesses his betrayal and makes a rash decision; and a surprising event leaves everyone at a crossroads.
Director:David Petrarca
Writers:Speed Weed, Molly Newman
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Director:David Petrarca
Writers:Speed Weed, Molly Newman
8.4/10(317 votes)
#6 - The Woman Problem
S1:E37/29/2012
Elaine makes an announcement to her family. The Hammond men visit a pollster during an impromptu fishing trip. Garcetti enacts a plan that puts Elaine in conflict with her longtime mentor. Susan shares her top-secret story with Alex.
Director:Michael Morris
Writers:Kelly Souders, Phil Klemmer, Brian Peterson
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Director:Michael Morris
Writers:Kelly Souders, Phil Klemmer, Brian Peterson