Episode Hive Logo

The Best Episodes Written By Michael Shipley

Every TV Episode Written by Michael Shipley Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 1 Episode 7 - Hercules and the Techno Greeks
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E7

    Hercules finds himself hired by a bunch of nerdy "abacus geeks" when they enlist him to protect them from rampaging centaurs that pillage the town weekly.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  2. undefined Season 6 Episode 20 - Triple Dip and an Overhand Grip
    8.2/10(6 votes)

    S6:E20

    Bonnie and Tammy revisit childhood memories on a trip to their old foster home. Also, Christy and Jill regret accepting a date with two guys from their AA meeting.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  3. undefined Season 5 Episode 20 - Ocular Fluid and Fighting Robots
    8.0/10(4 votes)

    S5:E20

    Christy's sponsor challenges her to be nice to Bonnie at all costs, and Bonnie is convinced that Adam has stopped making an effort.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  4. undefined Season 6 Episode 12 - Hacky Sack and a Beautiful Experience
    7.8/10(5 votes)

    S6:E12

    Christy's smoking causes problems when the ladies take a road trip. Also, Bonnie offers Adam unsolicited business advice.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  5. undefined Season 2 Episode 17 - The Fight
    7.8/10(5 votes)

    S2:E17

    Ryan winds up impressing Mike; after Mandy fails history and her laptop and cell phone are taken away, she starts using Mike's old ham radio.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  6. undefined Season 4 Episode 1 - Here's the Kicker
    7.7/10(3 votes)

    S4:E1

    Vanessa is concerned for Eve's safety when she is asked to be the high school's first female kicker; Eve wonders if Justin is jealous of her achievement.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  7. undefined Season 6 Episode 4 - Big Sauce and Coconut Water
    7.7/10(6 votes)

    S6:E4

    Christy is certain that Bonnie is in over her head when she invites a freshly paroled Tammy to stay with them.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  8. undefined Season 4 Episode 3 - Dope & Faith
    7.6/10(11 votes)

    S4:E3

    Stan prays for a friend and one is provided: a guy named Brett who's like him in every way but one--he's an atheist. So Stan has some evangelizing to do. Meanwhile, Steve is accepted into wizardry school.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  9. undefined Season 6 Episode 17 - A Dark Closet and Therapy with Horses
    7.6/10(5 votes)

    S6:E17

    Bonnie reluctantly consults a therapist for help with her attention deficit disorder; Christy battles her urge to gamble on sports while helping out at the bar.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  10. undefined Season 6 Episode 18 - Soup Town and a Little Blonde Mongoose
    7.6/10(5 votes)

    S6:E18

    When Christy gets sick, Bonnie is consumed with an overwhelming urge to mother her.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  11. undefined Season 5 Episode 15 - Esta Loca and a Little Klingon
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    S5:E15

    Christy and Bonnie help Jill get sober again, and Christy's boyfriend, Patrick, is less than understanding when it ruins his birthday weekend.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  12. undefined Season 5 Episode 18 - Spaghetti Sauce and a Dumpster Fire
    7.3/10(3 votes)

    S5:E18

    Christy considers getting a new sponsor, Nora, after witnessing Marjorie have a major meltdown in a grocery store, and Bonnie tries her hand at being a supportive friend.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  13. undefined Season 3 Episode 5 - Dungeons and Wagons
    7.3/10(13 votes)

    S3:E5

    After Francine tells Stan she's looking for excitement in their marriage, Stan gets in the driver's seat and becomes involved in drag racing to spice things up. Meanwhile, Hayley breaks up with her boyfriend, Jeff, who is emotionally crushed until he joins Steve's world of online gaming. When Hayley finds out, she tries to sabotage their fun.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  14. undefined Season 3 Episode 21 - Family Guy Viewer Mail #1
    7.2/10(36 votes)

    S3:E21

    Viewer mail inspires three stories in which Peter loses his bones, the Griffins gain superpowers, and Peter and his friends appear as eight-year-old "Little Rascals."

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  15. undefined Season 2 Episode 3 - High Expectations
    7.2/10(4 votes)

    S2:E3

    A car in the neighborhood is egged; when Mike and Vanessa won't let Eve quit soccer, Eve acts out by getting drunk at a party.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  16. undefined Season 5 Episode 9 - Teenage Vampires and a White Russian
    7.1/10(9 votes)

    S5:E9

    Bonnie is upset when her brother, Ray is arrested and calls Adam instead of her to bail him out. Also, Christy gets fired from her job at the restaurant.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  17. undefined Season 5 Episode 17 - Crazy Snakes and a Clog to the Head
    7.0/10(2 votes)

    S5:E17

    When the ladies bring a meeting to a women’s prison, Bonnie is attacked by an old acquaintance, Tammy, and Christy helps Bonnie make amends.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  18. undefined Season 6 Episode 6 - Cottage Cheese and a Weird Buzz
    7.0/10(2 votes)

    S6:E6

    Christy and Jill clash over a gambling debt; Bonnie's new hobby troubles Adam.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  19. undefined Season 6 Episode 10 - Flamingos and a Dance-Based Exercise Class
    7.0/10(2 votes)

    S6:E10

    Bonnie and the ladies help Tammy prepare for her first date since getting out of prison. Also, in order to take the edge off, Christy revisits one of her old vices.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  20. undefined Season 4 Episode 14 - Eve's Breakup
    7.0/10(2 votes)

    S4:E14

    Everybody believes that they know best how Eve should deal with her feeling after her first high school breakup.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  21. undefined Season 3 Episode 17 - I Can't Stan You
    6.8/10(13 votes)

    S3:E17

    When Stan brings home CIA equipment designed to eavesdrop on conversations, he finds out that his neighbors don't think too highly of him. In retaliation, Stan has the entire neighborhood evicted so that he can live free of any criticism. However, when an unexpected friend comes to his rescue, he realizes that gossip is a two-way street.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  22. undefined Season 3 Episode 4 - One If by Clam, Two If by Sea
    6.7/10(39 votes)

    S3:E4

    When a hurricane strikes Quohog, everything is destroyed including The Drunken Clam, which is bought out by a Brit who turns it into an English pub. As it happens, pub owner Nigel Pinchley and his family move in next door to the Griffins, and Stewie tries to teach Nigel's Cockney-accented 3-year-old daughter how to speak proper English.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  23. undefined Season 3 Episode 3 - Pledging
    6.7/10(3 votes)

    S3:E3

    Vanessa encourages Mandy to enjoy college life and join a sorority; Ed goes under cover to investigate productivity on The Outdoor Man loading dock.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  24. undefined Season 3 Episode 22 - Mutton Busting
    6.7/10(3 votes)

    S3:E22

    Ryan convinces Kristin to let Boyd participate in the mutton busting competition; Eve's boyfriend tells her he doesn't want her wearing her JROTC uniform to the prom.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  25. undefined Season 5 Episode 11 - Bert and Ernie and a Blessing of the People
    6.7/10(3 votes)

    S5:E11

    After Bonnie and Adam attend a traditional wedding, they discover they're not on the same page about their own wedding. Also, Christy and Patrick have trouble setting the mood for their "first time".

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Michael Shipley

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

Michael Shipley Ratings Summary

"Hercules and the Techno Greeks" is the best rated episode written by Michael Shipley. It scored 10/10 based on 1 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 9/8/1998 and is rated 1.8 points higher than their second-best episode, "Triple Dip and an Overhand Grip".