10 Flawless TV Episodes You Must Watch Right Now!

Among many TV episodes that might make you cringe or even tarnish otherwise excellent shows, finding a truly perfect one is like discovering a rare gem. Luckily, we’ve sifted through the millions of episodes out there and handpicked ten that are absolute masterpieces – each episode earning a perfect 10/10 from start to finish.

Among these shows, some are comedies, while others delve into drama, science fiction, or high fantasy. Despite the diverse genres, casts, and narratives, each of the 10 episodes provides viewers with a compelling tale and an emotionally resonant experience that has cemented them as television’s finest.

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“Remedial Chaos Theory”

‘Community’ – Season 3, Episode 4

A decade post its conclusion, the series “Community” remains a fan favorite, with its followers persistently echoing the cry for “Six more seasons, and a movie.” The show revolves around attorney Jeff Winger, skillfully played by Joel McHale, who, despite his professional prowess, is on the brink of losing his license due to the revelation that he fabricated his university degree. To regain entry into his profession, Jeff decides to pursue a genuine degree from Greendale Community College. However, this isn’t your average educational institution, and Jeff’s study group is far from making his academic journey smooth sailing.

Cool Cool Cool

Among numerous outstanding episodes, “Remedial Chaos Theory” stands out as the exceptional one. It offers an exclusive storyline, abundant humor, and the universally relatable theme of the worst-case scenario, often referred to as the darkest timeline. The plot revolves around Jeff and his study group organizing a housewarming party for Troy and Abed. As they await the arrival of pizza, Jeff rolls a dice to determine who gets it (despite Abed’s warnings). This decision leads to the creation of seven distinct scenarios or timelines. Essentially, this is an engaging character-driven episode, boasting a unique setup and iconic moments that have left an indelible mark on pop culture.

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“The Body”

‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ – Season 5, Episode 16

As a movie critic, I found myself captivated by “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” where Sarah Michelle Gellar brilliantly portrayed the lead character. Tasked with vanquishing vampires and other sinister beings, Buffy was endowed with superhuman strength, resilience, and an arsenal of extraordinary powers that made her a formidable adversary. However, in the gripping sixteenth episode of Season 5, when faced with the heart-wrenching demise of her mother, Joyce (played by Kristine Sutherland), Buffy was left utterly powerless and bewildered about how to navigate through her grief.

Real and Raw

The unexpected, sorrowful, and strikingly authentic demise of Joyce was a shock. This particular scene stands out due to its haunting silence and occasional use of a handheld camera to provide a personal perspective on Buffy’s ordeal. In a series filled with monsters and evil, Joyce’s death represented the most significant and crushing hurdle that Buffy had to overcome. To this day, the episode is recognized for its powerful emotional impact, as well as for featuring one of the early portrayals of a romantic moment between two women, between Willow and Tara.

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“The Constant”

‘Lost’ – Season 4, Episode 5

Following the tragic crash of Oceanic Airlines Flight 815 on an unknown island, the survivors find themselves in a world filled with enigmatic phenomena such as the Smoke Monster, roaming polar bears, and a peculiar metal hatch. The intrigue surrounding Lost deepened with each passing season, leaving viewers spellbound from beginning to end. Among all episodes, “The Constant” stands out as an exceptional viewing choice, blending the mystery that fans adored with a heartwarming love story that leaves a lasting impression.

Constantly a Good Watch

Among the standout episodes of “Lost”, “The Constant” centered around Desmond Hume (Henry Ian Cusick) is particularly noteworthy. While accompanying Sayid, Desmond’s consciousness starts to travel through time, oscillating between the present and 1996. With each temporal leap, Desmond edges closer to a potentially fatal brain aneurysm. To halt these jumps, Desmond seeks a anchor or stabilizer – that anchor is his girlfriend (later wife), Penny.

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“Pine Barrens”

‘The Sopranos’ – Season 3, Episode 11

The TV series, “The Sopranos,” revolved around the criminal organization bearing the surname of its main character. Led by Tony Soprano (played by James Gandolfini), each episode often depicted conflicts with rival Mafia groups or internal betrayals as Tony attempted to harmonize his professional and family life. The show was characterized by its violent and dramatic scenes, but it also had a knack for injecting humor. One of the funniest episodes ever, which left viewers in stitches, is “Pine Barrens” from Season 3.

The Perfect Comedy of Errors

Under the guidance of Steve Buscemi, “Pine Barrens” commences with Paulie and Christopher, who are Tony’s trusted right-hand man and cousin by marriage, inadvertently killing a Russian mob member named Valery. Instead of disposing of his body as planned, they discover that Valery is still alive, leading to him escaping and Paulie and Christopher becoming lost within the dense Pine Barrens. This predicament deepens their already strained relationship, but it’s intriguing to witness them cooperate (though unsuccessfully in the end). The mystery surrounding Valery’s whereabouts remains unsolved, yet the episode earns its reputation as a comic masterpiece.

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“Blink”

‘Doctor Who’ – Season 3, Episode 10

The TV show called Doctor Who chronicles the adventures of a Time Lord named The Doctor as he journeys through time and space using his TARDIS. Accompanied by human friends, he frequently changes bodies through a process known as regeneration, all while trying to safeguard Earth, humanity, and the entire timeline from malevolent beings such as the Daleks. To date, there have been 14 series and 26 seasons, with 14 different actors portraying The Doctor. Among numerous remarkable episodes, one stands out as possibly the greatest of them all.

Don’t Want to Look Away

In an uncommon turn for a “Doctor Who” episode, “Blink” primarily revolves around the character of photographer Sally Sparrow, rather than the Doctor himself. As she navigates through time and space, her mission is to prevent enigmatic beings known as Weeping Angels from seizing the TARDIS. These creatures are immobile when observed, but they can trap people by moving once someone looks away, sending them back in time while draining their life force. With the Doctor’s assistance from a temporal standpoint (or more accurately, his future), Sally manages to outwit the Weeping Angels and inform the previous Doctor about what he should communicate to her in the future, ensuring that this exact sequence of events unfolds again.

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“Whenever You’re Ready”

‘The Good Place’ – Season 4, Episode 13

Following a bizarre truck mishap that claims Eleanor Shellstrop’s (Kristen Bell) life, she unexpectedly ends up in what appears to be heaven, the Good Place. Despite her awareness of her less-than-stellar past, Eleanor fears being expelled unless her counterpart, Chidi Anagonye (William Jackson Harper), can assist her. As the story unfolds, it slowly unravels that this seemingly perfect place isn’t all it seems, and when Eleanor discovers they’re actually in the Bad Place, chaos ensues – quite literally.

So Many Good Episodes

Choosing a standout episode from “The Good Place” is quite a challenge due to its exceptional quality. Nevertheless, the series finale stands out as exceptionally memorable and deserves special mention for being a conclusion that effectively ties up loose ends. This final episode revolves around the characters departing from the afterlife once they’ve accomplished their objectives and found fulfillment, with exceptions like Tahani (played by Jameela Jamil) who assumes the role of an afterlife architect and Michael (portrayed by Ted Danson), who transforms into a human.

As a devoted fan, I must say, the series skillfully wove its narrative around the characters’ journeys, closing their arcs beautifully. It didn’t just stop there – it left me with a profound emotional impact, stirring thoughts, and an overall sense of fulfillment.

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“The Getaway”

‘Dexter’ – Season 4, Episode 12

The primary character of the TV show titled “Dexter“, portrayed by Michael C. Hall, delivered a stellar performance as a murderer who exclusively targeted other killers. The series chronicled his struggle to assimilate into society while pursuing individuals who violated his own set of rules. Despite its unsatisfying conclusion, the show boasted remarkable episodes like the opening and closing scenes of Season 1. However, the standout among these exceptional moments is the finale of Season 4, titled “The Getaway.

Heartbreaking and Haunting

During Season 4, Dexter pursued a criminal infamously called the Trinity Killer. The label ‘Trinity’ was actually mistaken, as his killing pattern consisted of four victims: he entombed a boy alive, murdered a woman in a bathtub, drove a mother to take her own life, and brutally murdered another man. Dexter identified the killer relatively early on, but it wasn’t until the final episode of Season 4 that he exacted his revenge. Unfortunately, before Dexter could execute Trinity, the Trinity Killer ended up killing Dexter’s wife, Rita, right in front of their young son, Harrison. The emotionally charged and terrifying finale concluded with Dexter discovering the tragic scene and saying that his son had now been “born into a world tainted by blood.

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“The View from Halfway Down”

‘BoJack Horseman’ – Season 6, Episode 15

In an unexpected twist for a comedy series, a melancholic horse named BoJack, voiced by Will Arnett, is the protagonist of the show “BoJack Horseman”. Once a popular sitcom star from “Horsin’ Around”, BoJack now spends his days drowning sorrows in alcohol, socializing excessively, and dwelling on old times. Sadly, his self-destructive habits often lead him to cause pain for those dear to him, such as his roommate Todd (Aaron Paul) or love interest Diane (Alison Brie). In the episode “The View from Halfway Down”, BoJack’s actions finally come back to haunt him when he is compelled to face the people he has wronged and contemplate his own mortality.

Not Horsin’ Around

The View from Halfway Down” stands out as an exceptional and emotionally charged episode. It delves into a recurring dream experienced by BoJack, where he finds himself enveloped by deceased loved ones. Typically, he manages to break free from this dream, but in this instance, he decides to join his loved ones instead, leading them into a theater. Here, they engage in conversations about life’s perspectives. As the door representing death and finality looms behind them, BoJack acknowledges that he is not dreaming, but rather drowning in a pool with no one to rescue him. The episode concludes with a flatlining heart monitor, hinting that BoJack may have passed through the door too.

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“The Rains of Castamere”

‘Game of Thrones’ – Season 3, Episode 9

The epic fantasy show “Game of Thrones” started by placing Ned Stark in the role of the King’s Hand. This marked the beginning of a complex political saga where no character, including Ned, could avoid danger. Meanwhile, Daenerys Targaryen aimed to regain her throne and the White Walkers threatened to conquer all of Westeros. Amidst these perils, characters like Robb Stark, Ned’s son, sought romance, a choice that would sadly lead to his demise.

A Lannister Always Pays His Debts

Title “The Rains of Castamere” refers to Season 3’s episode 9 in “Game of Thrones,” also known as a Lannister song. The story revolves around Robb Stark and his bride attending the wedding of Edmure Tully and Walder Frey’s daughter, an event meant to compensate for Robb’s broken vow to marry Frey’s daughter himself. Despite initial appearances of reconciliation, Frey had not forgotten Robb’s betrayal, making the wedding a trap. The shocking Red Wedding massacre resulted in the death of many guests, including Robb Stark, his mother, wife, and unborn child, underscoring the show’s theme that any character can perish at any moment.

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“Ozymandias”

‘Breaking Bad’ – Season 5, Episode 14

In a different turn of events, Bryan Cranston played Walter White, a seemingly ordinary high school Chemistry teacher who received a devastating lung cancer diagnosis. To secure his family’s future after his passing, Walter White partnered with an ex-student named Jesse Pinkman (portrayed by Aaron Paul) in the illicit production and sale of methamphetamine. However, as Walter White’s criminal empire expanded, he gradually transformed into the ruthless drug lord known as Heisenberg.

Good Throughout

Breaking Bad stood out as an exceptional series from start to finish, with hardly a single lackluster episode, and one of its most remarkable installments was “Ozymandias.” This third-to-last episode saw the tragic demise of Walt’s brother-in-law, Hank, followed by a chain of events including Jesse being taken captive by Neo-Nazis, Walter Jr. discovering his father’s drug empire, and a chilling plot twist where Walter attempted to kidnap his own daughter, Holly. This episode was as thrilling as it was emotionally gut-wrenching, making history by earning a perfect 10/10 rating on IMDb, much like its score here.

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