The 20 best TV episodes of 2016-17
by marquesgds | created - 15 Mar 2017 | updated - 17 Sep 2017 | PublicThe Leftovers, Westworld - 4 Master of None - 3 Rectify, The Americans - 2 Atlanta, The Man in the High Castle, Better Call Saul, The Expanse, Mr Robot - 1
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1.
The Leftovers (2014–2017)
Episode:
G'Day Melbourne
(2017)
TV-MA | 55 min | Drama, Fantasy, Mystery
Kevin and Nora travel to Australia, where she continues to track down the masterminds of an elaborate con, while he catches a glimpse of an unexpected face from the past, forcing him to confront the traumatic events of three years earlier.
Director: Daniel Sackheim | Stars: Justin Theroux, Amy Brenneman, Christopher Eccleston, Chris Zylka
Votes: 5,517
2.
Better Call Saul (2015–2022)
Episode:
Chicanery
(2017)
TV-14 | 49 min | Crime, Drama
Kim and Jimmy face off with Chuck and Howard at the New Mexico Bar Association hearing.
Director: Daniel Sackheim | Stars: Bob Odenkirk, Jonathan Banks, Rhea Seehorn, Patrick Fabian
Votes: 27,809
3.
Rectify (2013–2016)
Episode:
A House Divided
(2016)
TV-14 | 44 min | Drama
Daniel is navigating the complicated dynamics of group living at The New Canaan Project. His housemates, sensing his lack of connection, challenge him to engage, which leads him to seek counsel from the group leader.
Director: Patrick Cady | Stars: Aden Young, Abigail Spencer, J. Smith-Cameron, Adelaide Clemens
Votes: 647
4.
The Leftovers (2014–2017)
Episode:
The Most Powerful Man in the World (and His Identical Twin Brother)
(2017)
TV-MA | 64 min | Drama, Fantasy, Mystery
On a mission of mercy, Kevin assumes an alternate identity.
Director: Craig Zobel | Stars: Justin Theroux, Amy Brenneman, Christopher Eccleston, Liv Tyler
Votes: 6,540
5.
Westworld (2016–2022)
Episode:
The Bicameral Mind
(2016)
TV-MA | 90 min | Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi
Ford unveils his bold new narrative; Dolores embraces her identity; Maeve sets her plan in motion.
Director: Jonathan Nolan | Stars: Evan Rachel Wood, Thandiwe Newton, Jeffrey Wright, James Marsden
Votes: 31,795
6.
The Leftovers (2014–2017)
Episode:
Crazy Whitefella Thinking
(2017)
TV-MA | 58 min | Drama, Fantasy, Mystery
With the clock ticking towards the anniversary of the Departure and emboldened by a vision that is either divine prophecy or utter insanity, Kevin Garvey, Sr. wanders the Australian Outback in an effort to save the world from apocalypse.
Director: Mimi Leder | Stars: Justin Theroux, Amy Brenneman, Christopher Eccleston, Chris Zylka
Votes: 4,887
7.
Master of None (2015–2021)
Episode:
The Thief
(2017)
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Drama
Now living in Modena, Dev serendipitously meets a girl who he makes a real connection with only to have his future date plans go awry when a thief steals his mobile phone.
Director: Aziz Ansari | Stars: Aziz Ansari, Nicoló Ambrosio, Clare-Hope Ashitey, Alessandra Mastronardi
Votes: 2,271
8.
The Expanse (2015–2022)
Episode:
Home
(2017)
TV-14 | 43 min | Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi
The asteroid Eros takes direct collision course towards Earth. The Rocinante chases it. As last defense Earth launches missiles against Eros. Miller went inside Eros and makes a surprising discovery.
Director: David Grossman | Stars: Thomas Jane, Steven Strait, Cas Anvar, Dominique Tipper
Votes: 5,745
9.
Westworld (2016–2022)
Episode:
Trompe L'Oeil
(2016)
TV-MA | 56 min | Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi
Dolores, William and Lawrence journey into treacherous terrain; Maeve presents her demand; Bernard considers his next move.
Director: Frederick E.O. Toye | Stars: Evan Rachel Wood, Thandiwe Newton, Jeffrey Wright, James Marsden
Votes: 21,490
10.
Atlanta (2016–2022)
Episode:
B.A.N.
(2016)
TV-MA | 24 min | Comedy, Drama, Music
Paper Boi appears on Montague as a guest and must put up with a tedious interview.
Director: Donald Glover | Stars: Brian Tyree Henry, Niles Stewart, Tim McAdams, Alano Miller
Votes: 6,067
11.
Master of None (2015–2021)
Episode:
New York, I Love You
(2017)
TV-MA | 29 min | Comedy, Drama
As Dev and friends head to a theater to see the hit movie "Death Castle," the lives of several ordinary New Yorkers intersect in subtle ways.
Director: Alan Yang | Stars: Aziz Ansari, Eric Wareheim, Lena Waithe, Frank Harts
Votes: 3,154
12.
The Leftovers (2014–2017)
Episode:
The Book of Nora
(2017)
TV-MA | 72 min | Drama, Fantasy, Mystery
Nora wishes to step into Dr. Eden and Dr. Bekker's machine. What are the consequences?
Director: Mimi Leder | Stars: Justin Theroux, Amy Brenneman, Christopher Eccleston, Chris Zylka
Votes: 8,402
13.
Westworld (2016–2022)
Episode:
The Original
(2016)
TV-MA | 68 min | Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi
The park staff begin to notice strange behavior from the hosts; A mysterious Man in Black roams the park, wreaking havoc.
Director: Jonathan Nolan | Stars: Evan Rachel Wood, Thandiwe Newton, Jeffrey Wright, James Marsden
Votes: 23,974
14.
Master of None (2015–2021)
Episode:
Thanksgiving
(2017)
TV-MA | 34 min | Comedy, Drama
Over a series of Thanksgivings from the '90s to the present, Denise settles into her sexuality and faces the challenge of coming out to her family.
Director: Melina Matsoukas | Stars: Aziz Ansari, Lena Waithe, Angela Bassett, Kym Whitley
Votes: 3,000
15.
The Man in the High Castle (2015–2019)
Episode:
Fallout
(2016)
TV-MA | 59 min | Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller
Tagomi enlists Kido in a deception to save Japan from destruction. As Smith's life crumbles around him, he makes a dangerously bold play to hold onto his power. Joe tries to do the right ... See full summary »
Director: Daniel Percival | Stars: Alexa Davalos, Rupert Evans, Luke Kleintank, DJ Qualls
Votes: 3,178
16.
The Americans (2013–2018)
Episode:
The Soviet Division
(2017)
TV-MA | 57 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Phillip and Elizabeth race against the clock as a life hangs in the balance, while Stan faces an uncertain future.
Director: Chris Long | Stars: Keri Russell, Matthew Rhys, Brandon J. Dirden, Costa Ronin
Votes: 1,330
17.
Westworld (2016–2022)
Episode:
The Well-Tempered Clavier
(2016)
TV-MA | 58 min | Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi
Dolores and Bernard reconnect with their pasts; Maeve makes a bold proposition to Hector; Teddy finds enlightenment, at a price.
Director: Michelle MacLaren | Stars: Evan Rachel Wood, Thandiwe Newton, Jeffrey Wright, James Marsden
Votes: 19,718
18.
The Americans (2013–2018)
Episode:
Dyatkovo
(2017)
TV-MA | 44 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
A surprise assignment from the Centre divides Philip and Elizabeth, forcing them into a moment of profound crisis. Stan gives Henry a tour of the FBI -- but will he see too much?
Director: Steph Green | Stars: Keri Russell, Matthew Rhys, Brandon J. Dirden, Costa Ronin
Votes: 1,438
19.
Mr. Robot (2015–2019)
Episode:
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(2016)
TV-MA | 50 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
Mr. Robot has an original way to show Elliot that he can be useful. Darlene and Angela take a shot at their plan.
Director: Sam Esmail | Stars: Rami Malek, Christian Slater, Carly Chaikin, Portia Doubleday
Votes: 8,773
20.
Rectify (2013–2016)
Episode:
All I'm Sayin'
(2016)
TV-14 | 68 min | Drama
Daniel begins to appreciate his progress as he realizes what his new life may look like. The old life is quickly disappearing for Teddy, who knows change is unavoidable. Jon debriefs Janet ... See full summary »
Director: Ray McKinnon | Stars: Aden Young, Abigail Spencer, J. Smith-Cameron, Adelaide Clemens
Votes: 691
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