The 50 Greatest Episodes of 2013
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1.
Breaking Bad (2008–2013)
Episode:
Granite State
(2013)
TV-14 | 53 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
Walt struggles as he adapts to aspects of his new identity. Jesse plans an escape against Jack and his crew.
Director: Peter Gould | Stars: Bryan Cranston, Anna Gunn, Aaron Paul, Dean Norris
Votes: 53,399
10/10
2.
Futurama (1999– )
Episode:
Meanwhile
(2013)
TV-14 | 22 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Professor Farnsworth invents a button that can take a person 10 seconds back in time, inadvertently causing major consequences.
Director: Peter Avanzino | Stars: Billy West, Katey Sagal, John DiMaggio, Tress MacNeille
Votes: 4,572
10/10
3.
Breaking Bad (2008–2013)
Episode:
Felina
(2013)
TV-14 | 55 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
Walter White returns to Albuquerque one last time to secure his family's future and settle old scores.
Director: Vince Gilligan | Stars: Bryan Cranston, Anna Gunn, Aaron Paul, Dean Norris
Votes: 139,108
10/10
4.
Breaking Bad (2008–2013)
Episode:
Ozymandias
(2013)
TV-14 | 47 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
Walt goes on the run. Jesse is taken hostage. Marie forces Skyler to tell Walter, Jr. the truth.
Director: Rian Johnson | Stars: Bryan Cranston, Anna Gunn, Aaron Paul, Dean Norris
Votes: 214,916
9/10
5.
Breaking Bad (2008–2013)
Episode:
To'hajiilee
(2013)
TV-14 | 46 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
Jesse and Hank come up with an idea to take Walt down. Walt hires Todd's uncle to kill Jesse.
Director: Michelle MacLaren | Stars: Bryan Cranston, Anna Gunn, Aaron Paul, Dean Norris
Votes: 54,734
9/10
6.
Breaking Bad (2008–2013)
Episode:
Rabid Dog
(2013)
TV-14 | 47 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
Walt discovers Jesse broke into his house and attempted to burn it down. Walt wants to protect his family so he moves them into a hotel for a few nights. Jesse makes plans to take down Walt.
Director: Sam Catlin | Stars: Bryan Cranston, Anna Gunn, Aaron Paul, Dean Norris
Votes: 32,077
9/10
7.
Rick and Morty (2013– )
Episode:
Lawnmower Dog
(2013)
TV-14 | 22 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Rick helps Jerry out with the dog.
Directors: John Rice, Pete Michels | Stars: Justin Roiland, Chris Parnell, Spencer Grammer, Sarah Chalke
Votes: 17,142
9/10
8.
Arrested Development (2003–2019)
Episode:
Colony Collapse
(2013)
TV-MA | 36 min | Comedy
Gob finds a new group of friends after his relationship falls apart and his family abandons him.
Directors: Mitchell Hurwitz, Troy Miller | Stars: Jason Bateman, Portia de Rossi, Will Arnett, Michael Cera
Votes: 1,792
9/10
9.
Arrested Development (2003–2019)
Episode:
A New Attitude
(2013)
TV-MA | 37 min | Comedy
Gob accepts a job from his brother, but is distracted by a scheme of his own.
Directors: Mitchell Hurwitz, Troy Miller | Stars: Jason Bateman, Portia de Rossi, Will Arnett, Michael Cera
Votes: 1,686
9/10
10.
The Venture Bros. (2003–2018)
Episode:
What Color Is Your Cleansuit?
(2013)
TV-14 | 46 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Dr. Venture hires an army of college interns to help with his ambitious new science project. Dean finds love among the new recruits, but class warfare and nuclear physics threaten to tear ... See full summary »
Directors: Juno John Lee, Christopher McCulloch | Stars: James Urbaniak, Patrick Warburton, Michael Sinterniklaas, Christopher McCulloch
Votes: 294
9/10
11.
Rick and Morty (2013– )
Episode:
Anatomy Park
(2013)
TV-14 | 22 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
It's Christmas. Rick shrinks Morty, injecting him into a homeless man to save Anatomy Park. Jerry tries to have a Christmas free of electronic devices, but regrets his decision when his parents introduce him to their new friend.
Directors: John Rice, Pete Michels | Stars: Justin Roiland, Chris Parnell, Spencer Grammer, Sarah Chalke
Votes: 15,649
9/10
12.
Arrested Development (2003–2019)
Episode:
Smashed
(2013)
TV-MA | 34 min | Comedy
Tobias attempts to recover from a series of bad choices by reigniting his passion: both professionally and romantically.
Directors: Mitchell Hurwitz, Troy Miller | Stars: Jason Bateman, Portia de Rossi, Will Arnett, Michael Cera
Votes: 1,523
9/10
13.
The Office (2005–2013)
Episode:
Finale
(2013)
TV-PG | 51 min | Comedy
One year later, Dunder Mifflin employees past and present reunite for a panel discussion about the documentary and to attend Dwight and Angela's wedding.
Director: Ken Kwapis | Stars: Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, Jenna Fischer, Ed Helms
Votes: 21,670
8.5/10
14.
Arrested Development (2003–2019)
Episode:
Off the Hook
(2013)
TV-MA | 36 min | Comedy
Buster tries to make it on his own without his over-bearing mother, but finds it quite difficult.
Directors: Mitchell Hurwitz, Troy Miller | Stars: Jason Bateman, Portia de Rossi, Will Arnett, Michael Cera
Votes: 1,516
8.5/10
15.
The Venture Bros. (2003–2018)
Episode:
Venture Libre
(2013)
TV-14 | 23 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
One of Dr. Venture's old inventions seems to have gotten a mind of its own, so General Manhowers sends him to Central America to fix it. The Ventures must all confront their own hearts of ... See full summary »
Director: Christopher McCulloch | Stars: Paul Boocock, Doc Hammer, Gillian Jacobs, Christopher McCulloch
Votes: 236
8.5/10
16.
Breaking Bad (2008–2013)
Episode:
Confessions
(2013)
TV-14 | 47 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
Walt makes his next move against Hank, putting Hank in a tough position. Hank confronts Jesse and attempts to turn him against Walt, and Jesse decides it's time to move on. Meanwhile, Todd has taken over the business.
Director: Michael Slovis | Stars: Bryan Cranston, Anna Gunn, Aaron Paul, Dean Norris
Votes: 37,089
8.5/10
17.
Breaking Bad (2008–2013)
Episode:
Buried
(2013)
TV-14 | 47 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
Hank is determined to bring down Walt. Walt scrambles to hide evidence before Hank gets to it, and Skyler tries to stop Hank and Marie from taking away the kids.
Director: Michelle MacLaren | Stars: Bryan Cranston, Anna Gunn, Aaron Paul, Dean Norris
Votes: 30,724
8.5/10
18.
Breaking Bad (2008–2013)
Episode:
Blood Money
(2013)
TV-14 | 47 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
Walt is out of the meth business and trying to move on with his life. Jesse tries to get rid of his money. Hank now knows that Walt is the famous Heisenberg.
Director: Bryan Cranston | Stars: Bryan Cranston, Anna Gunn, Aaron Paul, Dean Norris
Votes: 34,442
8.5/10
19.
The Venture Bros. (2003–2018)
Episode:
O.S.I. Love You
(2013)
TV-14 | 23 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Brock and the O.S.I. come under fire from the higher ups when they lose two high value super-criminal prisoners.
Director: Christopher McCulloch | Stars: Mia Barron, Paget Brewster, Bill Hader, Doc Hammer
Votes: 262
8.5/10
20.
Arrested Development (2003–2019)
Episode:
Blockheads
(2013)
TV-MA | 33 min | Comedy
George-Michael moves to Sudden Valley in an idyllic secluded neighborhood, where unusually friendly and grabby men and an occasional woman live to avoid contact with children. Rebel's relationship with the two Michaels complicates.
Directors: Mitchell Hurwitz, Troy Miller | Stars: Jason Bateman, Portia de Rossi, Will Arnett, Michael Cera
Votes: 1,568
8.5/10
21.
Orange Is the New Black (2013–2019)
Episode:
Tall Men with Feelings
(2013)
TV-MA | 59 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama
Grief looms over the prison as the inmates mourn a recent death. Dayanara, Nicky, and Red plot to end Mendez's career by tricking him into revealing his indiscretions. Larry gives a radio ... See full summary »
Director: Constantine Makris | Stars: Taylor Schilling, Laura Prepon, Michael Harney, Michelle Hurst
Votes: 2,850
8/10
22.
Arrested Development (2003–2019)
Episode:
Double Crossers
(2013)
TV-MA | 36 min | Comedy
George Sr.'s new business hits a rough patch, and he must bribe a politician to get his scam back on track.
Directors: Mitchell Hurwitz, Troy Miller | Stars: Jason Bateman, Portia de Rossi, Will Arnett, Michael Cera
Votes: 1,589
8/10
23.
Life's Too Short (2011–2013)
Episode:
Easter Special
(2013)
TV-MA | 60 min | Comedy
Having admitted that he exploited his diminutive clients in the past, Warwick finally comes good for them before receiving a visit from 'Willow' co-star Val Kilmer, anxious to make a sequel... See full summary »
Directors: Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant | Stars: Warwick Davis, Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant, Keith Chegwin
Votes: 310
8/10
24.
Arrested Development (2003–2019)
Episode:
Señoritis
(2013)
TV-MA | 34 min | Comedy
As Maeby's life spirals out of control, she moves out on her own ending up coming into contact with her cousin, George-Michael.
Directors: Mitchell Hurwitz, Troy Miller | Stars: Jason Bateman, Portia de Rossi, Will Arnett, Michael Cera
Votes: 1,505
8/10
25.
The Office (2005–2013)
Episode:
Livin' the Dream
(2013)
TV-PG | 42 min | Comedy
Dwight becomes regional manager after Andy quits his job, Jim dedicates more time to his Dunder Mifflin job to save his marriage, and Angela has problems with her new living arrangements after her breakup with The Senator.
Director: Jeffrey Blitz | Stars: Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, Jenna Fischer, Ed Helms
Votes: 6,554
8/10
26.
Girls (2012–2017)
Episode:
Boys
(2013)
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Drama
Hannah is hired to write an e-book, but has trouble finding inspiration. Booth asks Marnie to host a party with him for a gallery opening. Ray goes to see Adam, and they end up traveling to Staten Island to return a stolen dog.
Director: Claudia Weill | Stars: Lena Dunham, Allison Williams, Jemima Kirke, Zosia Mamet
Votes: 743
8/10
27.
South Park (1997– )
Episode:
The Hobbit
(2013)
TV-14 | 21 min | Animation, Comedy
After Butters turns down a fat girl that asks him out, Wendy is upset over Butters' crush on Kim Kardashian because she says Kim is actually a short fat hobbit who uses photo shop to make herself look more attractive.
Director: Trey Parker | Stars: Adrien Beard, Jennifer Howell, Jessica Makinson, Mona Marshall
Votes: 2,974
8/10
28.
South Park (1997– )
Episode:
Titties and Dragons
(2013)
TV-14 | 22 min | Animation, Comedy
The horror of Black Friday has begun and the battle begins. Forces will join, back stabbing will occur and there will be blood. And big floppy wieners.
Director: Trey Parker | Stars: Trey Parker, Matt Stone, April Stewart
Votes: 3,227
8/10
29.
South Park (1997– )
Episode:
Black Friday
(2013)
TV-14 | 23 min | Animation, Comedy
The children of South Park form two battling contingents to get a PlayStation 4 or an Xbox One during a Black Friday sale. Meanwhile, Randy takes a temp job as a security guard at the mall in order to make a little extra holiday money.
Director: Trey Parker | Stars: Adrien Beard, Jessica Makinson, Mona Marshall, Trey Parker
Votes: 3,960
8/10
30.
Girls (2012–2017)
Episode:
Video Games
(2013)
TV-MA | 29 min | Comedy, Drama
Hannah accompanies Jessa on a visit upstate to see Jessa's estranged father, his new-age wife and Frank, their virginal teenage son.
Director: Richard Shepard | Stars: Lena Dunham, Jemima Kirke, Rosanna Arquette, Ben Mendelsohn
Votes: 745
8/10
31.
It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005– )
Episode:
The Gang Tries Desperately to Win an Award
(2013)
TV-MA | 21 min | Comedy
The gang attempts to win the award for Philidelphia's Best Bar.
Director: Richie Keen | Stars: Charlie Day, Glenn Howerton, Rob McElhenney, Kaitlin Olson
Votes: 4,297
8/10
32.
Futurama (1999– )
Episode:
Stench and Stenchibility
(2013)
TV-14 | 22 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Zoidberg's budding romance with a flower shop owner who cannot smell his unpleasant odor is tested when he's given the opportunity to give her a nose transplant.
Director: Crystal Chesney | Stars: Billy West, Katey Sagal, John DiMaggio, Tress MacNeille
Votes: 2,154
8/10
33.
Girls (2012–2017)
Episode:
Bad Friend
(2013)
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Drama
Hannah gets a new freelance gig, and her editor suggests that she should try cocaine for the first time to write about her experience. In the process, she gets to know her downstairs ... See full summary »
Director: Jesse Peretz | Stars: Lena Dunham, Allison Williams, Jemima Kirke, Zosia Mamet
Votes: 821
8/10
34.
30 Rock (2006–2013)
Episode:
Hogcock!/Last Lunch
(2013)
TV-14 | 42 min | Comedy
Liz is dealing with being a stay-at-home mom while Jack tries to find true happiness. Kenneth and Tracy are both adjusting to Kenneth's new position as President of NBC.
Director: Beth McCarthy-Miller | Stars: Tina Fey, Tracy Morgan, Jane Krakowski, Jack McBrayer
Votes: 1,148
8/10
35.
The Office (2005–2013)
Episode:
A.A.R.M.
(2013)
TV-PG | 43 min | Comedy
Dwight prepares for a marriage proposal and hires an assistant for his assistant, Andy auditions for a singing program, Darryl tries to leave his job without a fuss, and Pam has second thoughts about Jim staying in Scranton.
Director: David Rogers | Stars: Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, Jenna Fischer, Ed Helms
Votes: 8,543
8/10
36.
Arrested Development (2003–2019)
Episode:
It Gets Better
(2013)
TV-MA | 34 min | Comedy
George-Michael, while trying to reconnect with his father, finds himself overwhelmed by the responsibility of running his business, Fakeblock.
Directors: Mitchell Hurwitz, Troy Miller | Stars: Jason Bateman, Portia de Rossi, Will Arnett, Michael Cera
Votes: 1,520
8/10
37.
Arrested Development (2003–2019)
Episode:
A New Start
(2013)
TV-MA | 28 min | Comedy
Tobias searches for meaning after splitting with Lindsay, only to find that old habits die hard.
Directors: Mitchell Hurwitz, Troy Miller | Stars: Jason Bateman, Portia de Rossi, Will Arnett, Michael Cera
Votes: 1,737
8/10
38.
Arrested Development (2003–2019)
Episode:
Red Hairing
(2013)
TV-MA | 37 min | Comedy
Lindsay distances herself from her family by starting a new career.
Directors: Mitchell Hurwitz, Troy Miller | Stars: Jason Bateman, Portia de Rossi, Will Arnett, Michael Cera
Votes: 1,548
8/10
39.
Him & Her (2010–2013)
Episode:
The Speeches
(2013)
29 min | Comedy
The ceremony over it is time for the speeches. Laura's father Nigel gives a measured, well-received one. Paul is nervous and halting, not helped by Laura's vicious asides about his ... See full summary »
Director: Richard Laxton | Stars: Russell Tovey, Sarah Solemani, Ricky Champ, Kerry Howard
Votes: 45
8/10
40.
Orange Is the New Black (2013–2019)
Episode:
Bora Bora Bora
(2013)
TV-MA | 53 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama
Pennsatucky flaunts her new healing hands that Jesus has supposedly given her. The prison brings in a group of teenage troublemakers so that the inmates can scare them straight. Tricia ... See full summary »
Director: Andrew McCarthy | Stars: Taylor Schilling, Laura Prepon, Michael Harney, Michelle Hurst
Votes: 2,956
8/10
41.
Orange Is the New Black (2013–2019)
Episode:
Can't Fix Crazy
(2013)
TV-MA | 61 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama
Alex makes a final decision about Piper and Larry finally decides what will happen to Piper after meeting Alex for the first time. Red's plan to retrieve her kitchen goes awry. Piper is forced to stand up to another inmate.
Director: Michael Trim | Stars: Taylor Schilling, Laura Prepon, Michael Harney, Michelle Hurst
Votes: 3,473
8/10
42.
Orange Is the New Black (2013–2019)
Episode:
Fucksgiving
(2013)
TV-MA | 58 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama
Piper is in high spirits when she makes peace with Alex and awaits a visit from Larry on Thanksgiving. However, Healy's true colors come out when he throws Piper in solitary confinement for... See full summary »
Director: Michael Trim | Stars: Taylor Schilling, Laura Prepon, Michael Harney, Michelle Hurst
Votes: 2,966
8/10
43.
Futurama (1999– )
Episode:
The Inhuman Torch
(2013)
TV-14 | 22 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Bender accidentally becomes a firefighting hero, and loves it so much that he becomes a full-time firefighter. And he has plenty of opportunities to display his heroism, because fires mysteriously start everywhere he goes.
Director: Frank Marino | Stars: Billy West, Katey Sagal, John DiMaggio, Tress MacNeille
Votes: 1,833
8/10
44.
Futurama (1999– )
Episode:
Saturday Morning Fun Pit
(2013)
TV-14 | 22 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
President Nixon is watching his favorite TV shows, which spoof three actual cartoon series using Futurama characters.
Director: Crystal Chesney | Stars: Billy West, Katey Sagal, John DiMaggio, Tress MacNeille
Votes: 2,137
8/10
45.
Him & Her (2010–2013)
Episode:
The Disco
(2013)
27 min | Comedy
As the disco starts, Laura, drunk, miserable and more poisonous than ever following her discovery, is up for it with any man in sight and, when Steve turns down her proposition, she tells ... See full summary »
Director: Richard Laxton | Stars: Russell Tovey, Sarah Solemani, Ricky Champ, Camille Coduri
Votes: 50
8/10
46.
South Park (1997– )
Episode:
A Song of Ass and Fire
(2013)
TV-14 | 23 min | Animation, Comedy
The battle for which gaming console will dominate, PlayStation 4 or Xbox, builds, with both sides of kids and the companies of each game system, vying for the win.
Director: Trey Parker | Stars: Adrien Beard, Caitlin Gallogly, Ami Kosaka, Trey Parker
Votes: 3,440
8/10
47.
Eastbound & Down (2009–2013)
Episode:
Chapter 29
(2013)
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Drama, Sport
Kenny Powers is on the verge of achieving his dream - hosting his own talk show, but when a vicious head of the network asks him to emotionally finish off unbalanced Guy Young on-air in order to seal the deal, his moment of truth arrives.
Director: Jody Hill | Stars: Danny McBride, Steve Little, Katy Mixon Greer, Michael Beasley
Votes: 718
8/10
48.
The Walking Dead (2010–2022)
Episode:
Prey
(2013)
TV-MA | 43 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
The Governor hunts down Andrea when she flees Woodbury. Meanwhile, tensions arise within Tyreese's group, and The Governor's plan for Rick's group is sabotaged.
Director: Stefan Schwartz | Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Sarah Wayne Callies, Laurie Holden, Norman Reedus
Votes: 12,489
8/10
49.
Arrested Development (2003–2019)
Episode:
Queen B.
(2013)
TV-MA | 35 min | Comedy
Lucille adjusts to her new home only to find out her children are divvying up her old one.
Directors: Mitchell Hurwitz, Troy Miller | Stars: Jason Bateman, Portia de Rossi, Will Arnett, Michael Cera
Votes: 1,517
8/10
50.
Family Guy (1999– )
Episode:
Life of Brian
(2013)
TV-14 | 22 min | Animation, Comedy
Brian dies and Stewie cannot use his time machine to save him. Meanwhile, Peter replaces Brian with an Italian dog named Vinny.
Directors: Joseph Lee, Dominic Bianchi, James Purdum | Stars: Seth MacFarlane, Alex Borstein, Seth Green, Mila Kunis
Votes: 3,351
8/10
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