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Every TV Episode Written by Joe Port Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 1 Episode 13 - Take Your Daughter to Work
    7.8/10(4 votes)

    S1:E13

    Mike is taken aback when he finds out that Ed, who has been an absentee dad, has hired his daughter, Gabriella, to replace him as the new marketing consultant of Outdoor Man. When Ed agrees with Mike that her youth-oriented proposals to re-brand the retail stores aren't the way to go, she plays the Daddy card for all its worth. Also, Mike and Eve bring home a stray dog that Mandy thinks she's allergic to.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Port

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  2. undefined Season 1 Episode 18 - Farnsby & B
    7.4/10(18 votes)

    S1:E18

    As Sam and Jay await the arrival of their first official B&B guests, they face obstacles triggered by a Norse curse placed upon them by Thorfinn. Also, Isaac takes a huge, centuries-in-the-making step in his personal life.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Port

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  3. undefined Season 1 Episode 12 - The Landlord
    7.3/10(23 votes)

    S1:E12

    Against Nick's wishes, Jess makes it her mission to get the loft's cantankerous landlord to like her. In doing so, she inadvertently jeopardizes their living situation and the guys are forced to admit they've made some "unofficial" changes to the apartment. Meanwhile Schmidt tries to decipher what he thinks are mixed signals from his boss Kim.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Port

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  4. undefined Season 1 Episode 13 - The Vault
    7.3/10(18 votes)

    S1:E13

    Just as Sam and Jay are set to host a friend’s wedding that could get their B&B business off the ground, the ghost of Hetty’s husband, Elias Woodstone, tries to ruin it.

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    Writer:Joe Port

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  5. undefined Season 3 Episode 2 - Man of Your Dreams
    7.2/10(15 votes)

    S3:E2

    Sam learns that one of the ghosts' powers is to enter the dreams of the livings and influence their decisions. Also, two of the ghosts think they've learned the secret to moving on.

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    Writer:Joe Port

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  6. undefined Season 2 Episode 10 - The Christmas Spirit (2)
    7.1/10(15 votes)

    S2:E10

    Sam and Thorfinn get caught in the crossfire as the scheme Jay’s sister, Bela, and the ghosts have conjured up goes awry. Also, Isaac’s marriage to Beatrice sheds light on how apprehensive he has been in communicating his feelings to Nigel.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Port

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  7. undefined Season 4 Episode 3 - Halloween 4: The Witch
    7.1/10(17 votes)

    S4:E3

    The Ghosts seeking some excitement during a low key Halloween join Patience in putting Sam on a witch trial.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Port

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  8. undefined Season 1 Episode 15 - Injured
    7.0/10(22 votes)

    S1:E15

    When Nick is hurt playing a game of touch football and Jess discovers he doesn't have insurance, she takes him to her doctor friend -- an OB-GYN. The gang rallies together and Nick evaluates his life when his seemingly innocuous back injury may prove to be more serious than thought.

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    Writer:Joe Port

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  9. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - Hello!
    6.9/10(24 votes)

    S1:E2

    When Sam thinks she’s crazy because she continues to see the ghosts of Woodstone Manor, she tries to ignore them, making them even more determined to get her to acknowledge they’re real.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Port

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  10. undefined Season 2 Episode 6 - The Baby Bjorn
    6.9/10(14 votes)

    S2:E6

    Sam meets a Viking ghost at the Farnsbys’ house who has an unexpected connection to Thorfinn. Also, Trevor devises a new method for the ghosts to trade favors.

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    Writer:Joe Port

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  11. undefined Season 2 Episode 21 - Whodunnit
    6.7/10(15 votes)

    S2:E21

    Sam, Jay and the ghosts go into detective mode when Sam’s podcast editor gives her one last episode to wrap up Alberta’s murder. Also, Trevor, Flower and Pete discover an email from a Nigerian prince asking for help.

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    Writer:Joe Port

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  12. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    6.6/10(27 votes)

    S1:E1

    Samantha and Jay throw both caution and money to the wind when they decide to convert a rundown country estate they inherited into a bed & breakfast – only to find it’s inhabited by the many opinionated spirits of deceased residents who now call it home.

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    Writer:Joe Port

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  13. undefined Season 2 Episode 5 - Zoey's Extraordinary Trip
    6.4/10(7 votes)

    S2:E5

    Zoey decides to explore her rebellious side with her neighbor from growing up, Aiden. Max's dad comes to visit.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Port

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  14. undefined Season 4 Episode 17 - His Girl Shiki
    6.3/10(14 votes)

    S4:E17

    Pete makes good on his promise to find someone for Sasappis by bringing in a wisecracking 1940s screenwriter who also has the ability to roam.

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    Writer:Joe Port

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  15. undefined Season 4 Episode 21 - Kyle
    6.3/10(12 votes)

    S4:E21

    Sam and Jay's relationship is tested when Kyle, a handsome living who shares Sam's ability to see ghosts, arrives at Woodstone B&B.

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    Writer:Joe Port

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  16. undefined Season 5 Episode 2 - Viking Wedding
    5.6/10(14 votes)

    S5:E2

    Sam and Jay try to impress their trendy city friends while a misplaced bookcase threatens Thor's ability to deliver an important speech. Also, Isaac rallies the ghosts to help the couple navigate a tough customer service ordeal.

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    Writer:Joe Port

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  17. undefined Season 5 Episode 18 - Under New Management
    5.5/10(13 votes)

    S5:E18

    When new pressures threaten Sam and Jay's control over Woodstone, they're forced to navigate unexpected challenges to protect its future. Meanwhile, a long-absent ghost returns, reopening emotional connections that complicate new relationships.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Joe Port

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  18. undefined Season 5 Episode 13 - St. Hetty's Day 2: The Help
    5.2/10(12 votes)

    S5:E13

    A St. Patrick's Day staffing emergency gives Hetty the chance to step into an unlikely role at the restaurant as she regains her once-a-year ability to be seen and heard by the living. Meanwhile, Kyle returns to watch over the ghosts and finds himself caught in an amusing supernatural dynamic.

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    Writer:Joe Port

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Joe Port Ratings Summary

"Take Your Daughter to Work" is the best rated episode written by Joe Port. It scored 7.8/10 from 4 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on January 10, 2012. It is rated 0.4 points higher than their second-best episode, "Farnsby & B".