The Best Episodes Written By Amy Sherman Palladino

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   10.0/10(1 votes)

   #1 - Good Girls, Bad Girls

   S5:E1011/24/1992

   Roseanne reluctantly allows Darlene to go to a rock concert in nearby Rockford with Molly -- who abandons her.

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   #2 - Becky, Beds and Boys

   S3:E610/23/1990

   Becky's folks pressure her to stop dating a boy.

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   #3 - Communicable Theater

   S3:E182/19/1991

   Roseanne is torn between taking care of her flu-stricken husband and helping Jackie learn lines for her play.

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   #4 - Two Down, One to Go

   S6:E19/14/1993

   Roseanne is suffering from empty-nest syndrome as Darlene heads for school. But after Darlene gets settled into her dorm, the two have a revealing mother-daughter chat, and Roseanne returns home with a plan.

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   8.8/10(25 votes)

   #5 - Midnight at the Concord

   S2:E512/4/2018

   Summer season at Steiner Mountain Resort continues as Moishe and Shirley join the group, disturbing Abe's peace. Susie tries to ward off a new friend while keeping a low profile at the resort. Midge jumps at the opportunity to redeem herself at B. Altman.

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   8.7/10(33 votes)

   #6 - Thank You and Good Night

   S1:E811/28/2017

   In the Season One finale, Midge and Susie deal with the repercussions of Midge's off-script takedown of a famous comedian. With tensions still high at the Weissman household, Rose makes some bold changes. Midge and Joel reunite for Ethan's birthday party.

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   8.7/10(3 votes)

   #7 - Pretty in Black

   S5:E510/13/1992

   Roseanne mortifies Darlene with a sweet sixteen party, then sends her off to her friends while the adults enjoy the festivities, which include a game of Truth or Dare; the Tildens move in next door; Darlene dyes her hair black to make Roseanne mad, but is shocked when Roseanne reacts differently.

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   8.7/10(3 votes)

   #8 - Lanford Daze

   S5:E151/26/1993

   Darlene does NOT serve meat at the counter. She is forced to work there by Roseanne, but out of principal, will not serve the meat. That was her whole point

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   8.7/10(3 votes)

   #9 - Wait Till Your Father Gets Home

   S5:E162/9/1993

   The death of their father finds Jackie blubbering, but Roseanne angry -- and sharing a drink with the "other woman" in his life.

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    8.7/10(3 votes)

    #10 - A Bitter Pill to Swallow

    S4:E19/17/1991

    Roseanne is stunned when Becky asks for advice about birth control.

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    8.7/10(3 votes)

    #11 - Trick Me Up, Trick Me Down

    S4:E610/21/1991

    Roseanne is convinced that Kathy Bowman will take revenge for the Halloween prank she played on her; Jackie flirts with a moose at the Lodge costume party.

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    8.7/10(3 votes)

    #12 - Kansas City, Here We Come

    S4:E1112/3/1991

    Roseanne and Jackie go to Kansas City to visit their father's mistress; Dan intends to beat up Becky's obnoxious boss.

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    8.7/10(3 votes)

    #13 - Less is More

    S4:E162/11/1992

    A doctor recommends that Roseanne undergo breast reduction surgery for her back problems.

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    8.7/10(3 votes)

    #14 - Busted

    S6:E141/11/1994

    Dan and Roseanne try to talk Mark into coming back to Becky; meanwhile, Roseanne finds out that David is living with Darlene and heads for Chicago to confront them.

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15. 

    8.5/10(16 votes)

    #15 - Four Minutes

    S5:E95/25/2023

    The very last episode of the series.

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16. 

    8.5/10(24 votes)

    #16 - All Alone

    S2:E1012/4/2018

    Midge and Rose begin planning for Midge's future as Benjamin attempts to impress Abe. Joel stresses over his next move, while Abe is presented with some big decisions of his own. Meanwhile, Susie tries to smooth things over for Midge.

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    8.4/10(37 votes)

    #17 - Ya Shivu v Bolshom Dome Na Kholme

    S1:E211/28/2017

    Midge's life is in a tailspin in the wake of Joel leaving. Midge and Joel's parents butt heads while trying to keep their family together. Susie pushes Midge to get back on stage and find her voice.

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    8.3/10(3 votes)

    #18 - Becky Doesn't Live Here Anymore

    S3:E151/22/1991

    Becky runs away from home to live with Jackie.

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    8.3/10(23 votes)

    #19 - Mid-way to Mid-town

    S2:E212/4/2018

    Midge and Susie continue building Midge's standup career despite Midge's reluctance to tell her family and friends. Abe and Rose enjoy a new lifestyle. Joel offers some business advice to his parents and makes an effort to do right by Midge.

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    8.2/10(24 votes)

    #20 - Look, She Made a Hat

    S2:E712/4/2018

    Benjamin opens Midge's eyes to the New York art scene, and she ends up knowing more about art than she realizes. The Maisel and Weissman families come together for a tension-filled Yom Kippur dinner on the anniversary of Joel and Midge's separation. Meanwhile, a reluctant Susie turns to her family for help in advancing her career.

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    8.0/10(29 votes)

    #21 - Simone

    S2:E112/4/2018

    Midge takes the stage for a foreign audience, while Abe and Rose find themselves in a new world. Susie experiences the repercussions of having a bad reputation in the business, as Joel regroups after quitting his job.

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    8.0/10(33 votes)

    #22 - The Disappointment of the Dionne Quintuplets

    S1:E411/28/2017

    Midge begins to move on from her once perfect life. Susie shows Midge the ropes while going on a tour of New York comedy clubs. Rose takes a bit too much pleasure in Midge's new living arrangements.

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    7.9/10(13 votes)

    #23 - A-Tisket, A-Tasket

    S2:E132/5/2002

    The annual Stars Hollow Picnic Basket Auction causes romantic complications when Jess outbids Dean to win a picnic lunch date with Rory.

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    7.9/10(9 votes)

    #24 - Luke Can See Her Face

    S4:E205/4/2004

    A self-help tape helps a depressed Luke realize who his soul mate is. Lorelai is stressed as the Dragonfly Inn's opening day approaches.

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    7.8/10(13 votes)

    #25 - Dear Emily and Richard

    S3:E132/4/2003

    When Sherry goes into labor and asks Rory to stay with her at the hospital, Lorelai reminisces about the day Rory was born.

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