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Every TV Episode Written by Emilio Ortega Aldrich Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 2 Episode 6 - Lou Kaplan
    8.0/10(7 votes)

    S2:E6

    A serial killer who targets social media influencers resurfaces, and instead of killing them, he collaborates with them. The team tries to combat Lou's mastery of technology and manipulation.

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    Writer:Emilio Ortega Aldrich

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  2. undefined Season 2 Episode 8 - Elliot Carr
    8.0/10(6 votes)

    S2:E8

    Bex and the team hurry to catch Elliot Carr, a high-end shoemaker and serial killer known as the Connecticut Cobbler. Elliot has a fresh approach that the team must figure out before more people find themselves flayed.

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    Writer:Emilio Ortega Aldrich

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  3. undefined Season 8 Episode 3 - Leap of Faith
    8.0/10(23 votes)

    S8:E3

    Reunited with his sister, Oliver and Thea find themselves searching through a familiar maze of catacombs. Meanwhile, John and Lyla partner on a special ops mission.

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    Writer:Emilio Ortega Aldrich

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  4. undefined Season 5 Episode 17 - Kapiushon
    7.9/10(34 votes)

    S5:E17

    Prometheus goes to extreme lengths to destroy Oliver. In flashbacks, Oliver's violent tendencies come to a head in a confrontation with Anatoly.

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    Writer:Emilio Ortega Aldrich

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  5. undefined Season 3 Episode 21 - Al Sah-him
    7.7/10(53 votes)

    S3:E21

    Ra's sets out to transform Oliver into his perfect heir. Meanwhile, Nyssa and Laurel draw closer, but their mentor/student relationship is threatened when Ra's sends men to bring his errant daughter back to Nanda Parbat..

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    Writer:Emilio Ortega Aldrich

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  6. undefined Season 3 Episode 13 - Canaries
    7.5/10(56 votes)

    S3:E13

    Vertigo causes Laurel to hallucinate an epic fight that pits her Black Canary against her sister Sara. Meanwhile, Chase surprises Thea and Roy warns Thea to stay away from Malcolm.

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    Writer:Emilio Ortega Aldrich

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  7. undefined Season 6 Episode 13 - The Devil's Greatest Trick
    7.5/10(28 votes)

    S6:E13

    Cayden James discovers a secret about the Green Arrow that pushes him over the edge. Knowing everyone and everything he loves is in danger, Oliver must decide if he can do this alone or if he needs to turn to his old teammates for help. William starts to demand more of Oliver's time.

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    Writer:Emilio Ortega Aldrich

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  8. undefined Season 7 Episode 20 - Confessions
    7.5/10(24 votes)

    S7:E20

    When they learn of an upcoming attack on the city, Team Arrow calls Roy Harper to help them stop the Ninth Circle. However, things go awry and there is massive collateral damage. As Captain of the SCPD, Dinah investigates what happened in an episode that takes on a true crime narrative and tone.

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    Writer:Emilio Ortega Aldrich

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  9. undefined Season 4 Episode 6 - Lost Souls
    7.4/10(49 votes)

    S4:E6

    Felicity is frantic when she learns that Ray is alive and being held by Damien Darhk. Felicity's guilt over not finding Ray sooner causes tension between her and Oliver. Meanwhile, Sara joins Laurel, Thea, and the team on a rescue mission for Ray. However, the effects of the Lazarus Pit take over and threaten to jeopardize the entire operation. Donna Smoak returns to Star City.

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    Writer:Emilio Ortega Aldrich

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  10. undefined Season 6 Episode 18 - Fundamentals
    7.4/10(30 votes)

    S6:E18

    In his darkest place yet, Oliver wonders if he has failed at everything – being a father, a mayor and a hero. His frustration rising, Oliver lashes out at Felicity and William. A surprising visit from an old friend has Oliver questioning his next move.

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  11. undefined Season 7 Episode 12 - Emerald Archer
    7.4/10(25 votes)

    S7:E12

    A documentary entitled "The Hood and the rise of vigilantism" starring Oliver Queen, Felicity Smoak, and the rest of Team Arrow. As a camera crew follows Oliver and team around to talk about their past as vigilantes and what the Green Arrow means to Star City, Oliver must also deal with William's return from boarding school as well as a new threat to the city. The episode will feature "documentary footage" captured by the BTS crew and interviews from those who have worked alongside the Green Arrow.

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    Writer:Emilio Ortega Aldrich

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  12. undefined Season 5 Episode 3 - A Matter of Trust
    7.3/10(38 votes)

    S5:E3

    The Green Arrow is forced to face a powerful new drug dealer when Wild Dog goes off on his own.

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    Writer:Emilio Ortega Aldrich

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  13. undefined Season 4 Episode 20 - Genesis
    7.2/10(44 votes)

    S4:E20

    As Oliver and Felicity look for a magical solution to defeat Darhk, a vengeance-driven Diggle gets a lead on Andy's whereabouts and heads off to confront his brother. Meanwhile, Alex takes Thea on a vacation that quickly turns into a nightmare.

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    Writer:Emilio Ortega Aldrich

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  14. undefined Season 7 Episode 4 - Level Two
    7.2/10(31 votes)

    S7:E4

    Oliver makes a drastic move in his quest to find Diaz. Like her husband, Felicity pulls out all the stops to get to Diaz. Meanwhile, when arsonists target Rene's community center, injuring Zoe in the process, the mysterious new Green Arrow swoops in to help save the day. Faced with pressure from the mayor to capture the vigilante, Dinah must decide if following the rules at all costs is the best plan to keep the city safe.

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    Writer:Emilio Ortega Aldrich

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  15. undefined Season 5 Episode 7 - Vigilante
    7.2/10(42 votes)

    S5:E7

    When the bodies of two criminals are dropped at SCPD, Oliver realizes there is a new Vigilante in Star City. The team is split about whether they should stop someone who is helping keep the city safe. Diggle is frustrated with his new situation and Thea fights for Lance who confesses a shocking secret. Meanwhile, in the flashbacks, Oliver finally sits down with Konstantin Kovar.

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    Writer:Emilio Ortega Aldrich

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  16. undefined Season 5 Episode 12 - Bratva
    7.2/10(39 votes)

    S5:E12

    A mission takes Oliver, Felicity and team to Russia where they meet up with Oliver's old friend, Anatoly. Meanwhile, fresh out of rehab, Lance returns to the mayor's office ready to get back to work. However, when Susan asks for an interview with Lance to discuss his addiction, he balks and it's up to Rene to help keep things on track.

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    Writer:Emilio Ortega Aldrich

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  17. undefined Season 6 Episode 4 - Reversal
    7.1/10(30 votes)

    S6:E4

    Just as Oliver starts to get things in order, Black Siren launches another attack on the citizens of Star City.

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    Writer:Emilio Ortega Aldrich

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  18. undefined Season 6 Episode 10 - Divided
    7.1/10(30 votes)

    S6:E10

    Despite losing half his team, Oliver remains confident that he, Felicity and Diggle can stop Cayden James and Black Siren. However, when he discovers one of Cayden's secrets, he decides to team up with an unlikely ally. Meanwhile, Dinah spends time with Vince.

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  19. undefined Season 4 Episode 11 - A.W.O.L.
    7.0/10(48 votes)

    S4:E11

    Diggle must learn to trust his brother Andy when an enemy of their wartime past, an agent of the criminal organization Shadowspire, pays a visit to Star City. However, Diggle learns more than he bargained for about their shared time at war. Meanwhile, Oliver has to learn a whole new way of life.

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    Writer:Emilio Ortega Aldrich

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  20. undefined Season 7 Episode 15 - Training Day
    7.0/10(25 votes)

    S7:E15

    Team Arrow attempts to work with the Star City Police Department but much to Oliver’s frustration, things don’t go as planned. Meanwhile, Dinah gets some life-changing news.

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    Writer:Emilio Ortega Aldrich

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  21. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    6.5/10(2 votes)

    S1:E2

    Overgirl and Black Arrow get the upper hand in the battle for Earth-X.

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    Writer:Emilio Ortega Aldrich

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  22. undefined Season 6 Episode 3 - Phantom Menaces
    5.6/10(9 votes)

    S6:E3

    Supergirl makes a new ally. Lena and Lex battle for control of Luthor Corp.

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    Writer:Emilio Ortega Aldrich

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  23. undefined Season 6 Episode 9 - Dream Weaver
    5.6/10(9 votes)

    S6:E9

    Kelly meets Joey, a young orphaned alien boy, who is acting out in foster care because he fears there is something wrong with his brother Orlando, who is incarcerated. Kelly asks Kara to help her investigate and they stumble upon abuse at the prison. Meanwhile, Nyxly crashes one of Nia's dreams and asks her for help.

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  24. undefined Season 6 Episode 18 - Truth or Consequences
    5.3/10(9 votes)

    S6:E18

    Supergirl is determined to keep everyone safe from Lex and Nyxly so she doubles down on patrol, especially as Alex and Kelly's bachelorette party is coming up. Alex is torn between duty and finally allowing herself the time to enjoy her new family. Brainy receives heartbreaking news, and William clashes with Andrea over her recent coverage of Lex.

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  25. undefined Season 6 Episode 15 - Hope for Tomorrow
    5.1/10(9 votes)

    S6:E15

    Supergirl continues to fight Nyxly for the remaining totems but after Nyxly kidnaps William, Supergirl realizes she needs to take a more proactive stance to keep National City safe. Meanwhile, Alex faces the biggest challenge of her life.

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Emilio Ortega Aldrich Ratings Summary

"Lou Kaplan" is the best rated episode written by Emilio Ortega Aldrich. It scored 8/10 based on 7 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 3/5/2026 and is rated 0.0 points higher than their second-best episode, "Elliot Carr".