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The Best Episodes of Tales of the City

Every episode of Tales of the City ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Tales of the City!

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Mary Ann returns to present-day San Francisco and is reunited with her daughter and ex-husband, twenty years after leaving them behind to pursue her career. Fleeing the midlife crisis that her picture-perfect Connecticut life

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Tales of the City Season 1 Episode 8 - Days of Small Surrenders
    9.3/10(623 votes)

    #1 - Days of Small Surrenders

    S1:E8

    In a flashback to the 1960s, Anna arrives in San Francisco, befriends some trans women and starts dating a man. But she soon finds her loyalties tested.

    Director:Alan Poul

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  2. Tales of the City Season 1 Episode 4 - The Price of Oil
    8.5/10(361 votes)

    #2 - The Price of Oil

    S1:E4

    Mary Ann asks everyone to help Barbary Lane and tries to get along with Shawna. Michael spends the night with old friends and argues with Ben.

    Director:Silas Howard

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  3. Tales of the City Season 1 Episode 10 - Three of Cups
    8.5/10(320 votes)

    #3 - Three of Cups

    S1:E10

    The conflict at Barbary Lane comes to a head. Jake and Margot clear the air. A night of celebration leads to an unexpected discovery in the morning.

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  4. Tales of the City Season 1 Episode 9 - Rainbow Warriors
    8.2/10(281 votes)

    #4 - Rainbow Warriors

    S1:E9

    Racing against time, Mary Ann, Michael and Brian follow leads to learn who's threatening Barbary Lane. Anna seeks forgiveness from an old friend.

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  5. Tales of the City Season 1 Episode 7 - Next Level Sh*t
    8.0/10(280 votes)

    #5 - Next Level Sh*t

    S1:E7

    Shawna tries to learn more about her story. Mary Ann helps Sam investigate Anna's past. Benn changes his mind about Michael's house.

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  6. Tales of the City Season 1 Episode 6 - A Touch O' Butch
    7.8/10(277 votes)

    #6 - A Touch O' Butch

    S1:E6

    Everyone looks for Anna after a health problem. The twins bring together social influencers at DeDe's house. Mary Ann and Brian have a candid talk.

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  8. Tales of the City Season 1 Episode 5 - Not Today, Satan
    7.7/10(286 votes)

    #7 - Not Today, Satan

    S1:E5

    Mary Ann and Shawna team up to investigate Anna's problem. Michael is looking for a new house. Shawna opens up with Claire.

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  9. Tales of the City Season 1 Episode 2 - She Messy
    7.4/10(349 votes)

    #8 - She Messy

    S1:E2

    Mary Ann decides to stay in San Francisco and tells Shawna true. The relationship between Jake and Margot comes at a crossroads. Anna knows a man.

    Director:Alan Poul

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  10. Tales of the City Season 1 Episode 3 - Happy, Now?
    7.4/10(321 votes)

    #9 - Happy, Now?

    S1:E3

    Anna receives a threat. Mary Ann tries to make amends with Brian. Jake and Margot go to the party where Jake's Sister is going to reveal the sex of her baby.

    Director:Silas Howard

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  11. Tales of the City Season 1 Episode 1 - Coming Home
    7.2/10(456 votes)

    #10 - Coming Home

    S1:E1

    After two decades away, Mary Ann arrives in San Francisco for Anna Madrigal's 90th birthday party. But not everyone is happy to see her.

    Director:Alan Poul
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Days of Small Surrenders" is the best rated episode of "Tales of the City". It scored 9.3/10 based on 623 votes. Directed by Alan Poul and written by Lauren Morelli, it aired on 6/7/2019. This episode scored 0.8 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Price of Oil".