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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 1 Episode 10 - Last Christmas
    8.6/10(16 votes)

    S1:E10

    The Pearson family finds themselves at the hospital on Christmas Eve after little Kate comes down with appendicitis. When they run into Dr. Katowski, who is alone at the hospital, they realize they need to be there for him as much as he was once there for them. Presently, Kevin celebrates Hanukkah with Olivia and her family, Kate continues to pursue her big surgery and someone from William's past reappears in his life.

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    Writer:Donald Todd

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  2. undefined Season 1 Episode 18 - Bachelorettes & Bullets
    8.5/10(4 votes)

    S1:E18

    Zoe makes a romantic connection with one of her patients, Jesse, and accepts his invitation to lunch. Lemon agrees to let Magnolia plan her bachelorette party as long as she follows Lemon’s strict instructions, but Magnolia has some more “interesting” plans in store for her big sister. Wade plans a hunting trip for George’s bachelor party.

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    Writer:Donald Todd

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  3. undefined Season 1 Episode 11 - Hell's Belles
    8.4/10(5 votes)

    S1:E11

    When Zoe goes in search of some family history in Bluebell, she discovers that she is a legacy to the Bluebell Belles. Of course, once Lemon catches wind of the news, she makes it her sole mission in life to make sure Zoe doesn’t become an official Belle and puts her through a humiliating initiation. With the help of Wade, Lavon attempts to jump back into the dating scene, but he finds it difficult because Didi is telling everyone that he’s in love with her. Meanwhile, George devises a plan to stop a huge chainstore from building near Bluebell and as a result driving business away from the town.

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    Writer:Donald Todd

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  4. undefined Season 1 Episode 21 - Disaster Drills & Departures
    8.4/10(5 votes)

    S1:E21

    Zoe blames herself when one of her friends faces a health crisis and she didn’t notice the symptoms. With much encouragement from Lavon, Wade explores the idea of opening his own bar in Bluebell. Meanwhile, Lemon plans a romantic night for George, hoping to get their relationship back on track. Gary Cole returns as Zoe’s father, Ethan Hart.

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    Writer:Donald Todd

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  5. undefined Season 2 Episode 12 - Islands in the Stream
    8.4/10(5 votes)

    S2:E12

    When George’s parents come to visit, they are thrown when they meet his new girlfriend, Tansy, and George’s mother devises a plan that forces George and Zoe to address their feelings for one another. Lemon discovers that Brick has a secret girlfriend and is shocked when she finds out who it is. Meanwhile, Annabeth is smitten with a charming British visitor to the town, but Lavon grows suspicious of him and is determined to uncover his real identity.

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    Writer:Donald Todd

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  6. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - The Pool
    8.3/10(21 votes)

    S1:E4

    Rebecca and Jack take Kevin, Kate, and Randall to the community pool on a hot day and quickly realize each child is going through their own struggles. Kevin auditions for his first Broadway play in New York and meets a determined actress who is less than impressed by him. Toby runs into his ex-wife while at a restaurant with Kate, which sends Kate into a spiral of self-doubt. William is mistakenly reported as a loiterer in Randall's predominately white neighborhood, which exposes deep-rooted issues of race.

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    Writer:Donald Todd

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  7. undefined Season 1 Episode 6 - The Undead & The Unsaid
    8.2/10(5 votes)

    S1:E6

    Driving home late one night from a house call, Zoe accidentally hits a man but can't find any signs of him when she gets out of her car. Later, she sees the man's photo hanging in the Rammer Jammer, and George has to break the news to her that the man in the picture died over a year ago. Meanwhile, Lemon and George are ready to buy their dream home until Lavon steps in and refuses to authorize the purchase because it is one of Bluebell's historic properties. Zoe's mom shows up in Bluebell hoping to reconcile with her daughter after keeping the identity of Zoe's real father a secret Zoe's entire life.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Donald Todd

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  8. undefined Season 2 Episode 6 - I Walk the Line
    8.2/10(5 votes)

    S2:E6

    Kelen Coleman guest stars as George’s potential new romance. With the upcoming Mayoral election looming, Lavon and Ruby continue to be tied in the polls, leading Lemon to use some creative methods to win.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Donald Todd

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  9. undefined Season 2 Episode 21 - I'm Moving On
    8.2/10(4 votes)

    S2:E21

    Zoe's attempts at online dating hit a few snags until Rose and Max take matters into their own hands and play matchmaker. Faced with yet another set back with the Rammer Jammer, Lemon and Wade are close to throwing in the towel. George tries everything he can think of to prove to Tansy that they belong together, but she still has her doubts. Brick and Shelby decide that they might have acted too rashly, which forces them to make a difficult decision about their future together. Meanwhile, Lavon refuses AnnaBeth's help in stopping the feud with the competing town's Mayor, leaving her to take a different tact.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Donald Todd

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  10. undefined Season 4 Episode 7 - Daddy Issues
    7.6/10(15 votes)

    S4:E7

    Harry has to prove himself to someone from his past.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Donald Todd

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  11. undefined Season 3 Episode 7 - Here Comes My Baby
    7.5/10(23 votes)

    S3:E7

    Harry and Asta get surprise visits. Ben grows suspicious of Mike and Liv's private investigation.

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    Writer:Donald Todd

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  12. undefined Season 4 Episode 9 - Tunnel Vision
    7.2/10(13 votes)

    S4:E9

    With lives hanging in the balance, Harry is put to the test.

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    Writer:Donald Todd

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  13. undefined Season 1 Episode 17 - Try to Remember (2)
    6.7/10(9 votes)

    S1:E17

    The Tanners continue to try and jog ALF's memory, and deal with the police at the same time.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Donald Todd

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  14. undefined Season 2 Episode 10 - Magnum Opus
    6.7/10(13 votes)

    S2:E10

    Ichabod and Abbie set out to find the Sword of Methuselah, the only weapon capable of killing Moloch and ending the coming apocalypse.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Donald Todd

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  15. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Pennsylvania 6-5000
    6.6/10(14 votes)

    S1:E4

    ALF calls the president to address his concerns about nuclear weapons.

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    Writer:Donald Todd

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  16. undefined Season 2 Episode 3 - Root of All Evil
    6.6/10(18 votes)

    S2:E3

    After a bank robbery turns violent, Abbie and Ichabod embark on a hunt for a mysterious silver coin that has more power than meets the eye. Captain Frank Irving is put in the position where he must choose between his family and the greater good. The Mills' sisterly bond is put to the utmost test.

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    Writer:Donald Todd

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  17. undefined Season 1 Episode 18 - Border Song
    6.5/10(10 votes)

    S1:E18

    ALF befriends a young Mexican immigrant.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Donald Todd

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  18. undefined Season 1 Episode 16 - Try to Remember (1)
    6.4/10(9 votes)

    S1:E16

    ALF hits his head and is convinced he is an insurance salesman. The Tanners try reviewing past events to try and jog his memory.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Donald Todd

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  19. undefined Season 1 Episode 12 - Oh, Tannerbaum
    6.3/10(9 votes)

    S1:E12

    It's Christmastime. Unfortunately ALF chops the Christmas tree into firewood before anyone notices. The Tanners then have two tasks: to teach ALF all about Christmas and find a new Christmas tree.

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    Writer:Donald Todd

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Donald Todd Ratings Summary

"Last Christmas" is the best rated episode written by Donald Todd. It scored 8.6/10 based on 16 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 12/6/2016 and is rated 0.1 points higher than their second-best episode, "Bachelorettes & Bullets".