TV Episodes Directed by Women (Part 2)
This is the second list of the highest rated live action television episodes* directed by a woman. Which episode is your favorite?
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- DirectorClaudia YarmyStarsTom EllisLauren GermanKevin AlejandroWhen Lucifer and Chloe investigate the death of a woman, they discover that they may be pursuing the wrong suspect. Then, Charlotte risks her safety when she decides to take matters into her own hands, and just as Lucifer makes a huge confession, Chloe gets a tragic phone call that changes everything.episode 3.23 of Lucifer (2016), directed by Claudia Yarmy
When Lucifer and Chloe investigate the death of a woman, they discover that they may be pursuing the wrong suspect. - DirectorLaura BelseyStarsNorman ReedusDanai GuriraMelissa McBrideThe four communities come together in celebration at the Kingdom's fair, but while some pacts are renewed, others come at a much steeper price.episode 9.15 of The Walking Dead (2010), directed by Laura Belsey
The four communities come together in celebration at the Kingdom's fair, but while some pacts are renewed, others come at a much steeper price. - DirectorLana WachowskiStarsBae DoonaJamie ClaytonTina DesaiAt the gala, Sun braces for a showdown with her brother. Soon a dire new threat sends the Sensates scrambling to save another member of the cluster.episode 2.11 of Sense8 (2015), directed by Lana Wachowski
At the gala, Sun braces for a showdown with her brother. Soon a dire new threat sends the Sensates scrambling to save another member of the cluster. - DirectorUta BriesewitzStarsMilo VentimigliaMandy MooreSterling K. BrownKevin helps Randall and Beth with a project; Kate contemplates a big gift for Toby; Jack and Rebecca talk about their future.episode 2.13 of This Is Us (2016), directed by Uta Briesewitz
Kevin helps Randall and Beth with a project; Kate contemplates a big gift for Toby; Jack and Rebecca talk about their future. - DirectorDennie GordonStarsDan StevensRachel KellerAubrey PlazaDavid tries to find a way out of his predicament.episode 1.7 of Legion (2017), directed by Dennie Gordon
David tries to find a way out of his predicament. - DirectorJulie PlecStarsPaul WesleyIan SomerhalderKat GrahamWith the fate of Mystic Falls at stake, Stefan and Damon must fight their greatest enemy for one last battle.episode 8.16 of The Vampire Diaries (2009), directed by Julie Plec
With the fate of Mystic Falls at stake, Stefan and Damon must fight their greatest enemy for one last battle. - DirectorMichelle MacLarenStarsEvan Rachel WoodThandiwe NewtonJeffrey WrightDolores and Bernard reconnect with their pasts; Maeve makes a bold proposition to Hector; Teddy finds enlightenment, at a price.episode 1.9 of Westworld (2016), directed by Michelle MacLaren
Dolores and Bernard reconnect with their pasts; Maeve makes a bold proposition to Hector; Teddy finds enlightenment, at a price. - DirectorCherie NowlanStarsGabriel MachtPatrick J. AdamsRick HoffmanMike is arrested for fraud and is offered a deal if he gives up Harvey. Rachel is in a tough spot after her father finds out. Harvey is forced to represent Mike but keep up appearances that he has resigned to appease Charles Forstman.episode 5.11 of Suits (2011), directed by Cherie Nowlan
Mike is arrested for fraud and is offered a deal if he gives up Harvey. Rachel is in a tough spot after her father finds out. Harvey is forced to represent Mike but keep up appearances that he has resigned to appease Charles Forstman. - DirectorRobin WrightStarsKevin SpaceyRobin WrightMichael KellyClaire threatens Frank while Frank makes a politically bold move that may provoke Russia.episode 4.4 of House of Cards (2013), directed by Robin Wright
Claire threatens Frank while Frank makes a politically bold move that may provoke Russia. - DirectorMargot LulickStarsJim CaviezelKevin ChapmanAmy AckerThe mysterious criminal mastermind known as "The Voice" returns and traps Reese and Fusco in their own precinct with several armed gang members and the latest POI. Also, Root makes a shocking discovery.episode 5.9 of Person of Interest (2011), directed by Margot Lulick
The mysterious criminal mastermind known as "The Voice" returns and traps Reese and Fusco in their own precinct with several armed gang members and the latest POI. Also, Root makes a shocking discovery. - DirectorMimi LederStarsJustin TherouxAmy BrennemanChristopher EcclestonNora gives Kevin and Jill news they weren't expecting. Laurie makes a rash decision that affects the Garveys. Kevin deals with the fall-out of Nora's news.episode 2.7 of The Leftovers (2014), directed by Mimi Leder
Nora gives Kevin and Jill news they weren't expecting. Laurie makes a rash decision that affects the Garveys. Kevin deals with the fall-out of Nora's news. - DirectorMimi LederStarsJustin TherouxAmy BrennemanChristopher EcclestonMatt helps Kevin through his crisis and Patti continues to haunt Kevin; The GR executes their plan, causing chaos and grief throughout the city; Tom is left in a difficult situation with Wayne's baby.episode 1.10 of The Leftovers (2014), directed by Mimi Leder
Matt helps Kevin through his crisis and Patti continues to haunt Kevin; The GR executes their plan, causing chaos and grief throughout the city; Tom is left in a difficult situation with Wayne's baby. - 2005–201422mTV-149.3 (7.5K)TV EpisodeDirectorPamela FrymanStarsJosh RadnorJason SegelCobie SmuldersWill Ted go to the opening of his new building with Robin as his date, or will he break his promise to Barney and tell her that Barney is proposing to Patrice? Meanwhile, Marshall and Lily have big plans for a rare night out.episode 8.12 of How I Met Your Mother (2005), directed by Pamela Fryman
Will Ted go to the opening of his new building with Robin as his date, or will he break his promise to Barney and tell her that Barney is proposing to Patrice? - DirectorPamela FrymanStarsJosh RadnorJason SegelCobie SmuldersWhen Barney hooks up with a woman Lily had been saving for Ted, she gets revenge by stealing his "playbook," which contains all the moves he uses to pick up women. But will Barney have the last laugh?episode 5.8 of How I Met Your Mother (2005), directed by Pamela Fryman
When Barney hooks up with a woman Lily had been saving for Ted, she gets revenge by stealing his "playbook," which contains all the moves he uses to pick up women. But will Barney have the last laugh? - DirectorRobin WrightStarsJason BatemanLaura LinneySofia HublitzThe FBI's long-awaited meeting with Omar takes place. Wyatt shares some news with Ruth. Feeling betrayed, Javi gets aggressive.episode 4.7 of Ozark (2017), directed by Robin Wright
The FBI's long-awaited meeting with Omar takes place. Wyatt shares some news with Ruth. Feeling betrayed, Javi gets aggressive. - DirectorSarah O'GormanStarsCavan ClerkinCraig RussellAlexander DreymonAethelflaed and Uhtred ally with the Welsh king Hywel to face Cnut's army of a thousand warriors at the Battle of Tettenhall, hoping that they will be joined by Edward's troops.episode 4.4 of The Last Kingdom (2015), directed by Sarah O'Gorman
Aethelflaed and Uhtred ally with the Welsh king Hywel to face Cnut's army of a thousand warriors at the Battle of Tettenhall, hoping that they will be joined by Edward's troops. - DirectorBronwen HughesStarsBryan CranstonAnna GunnAaron PaulWith the side effects and cost of his treatment mounting, Walt demands that Jesse finds a wholesaler to buy their drugs - which lands him in trouble.episode 1.6 of Breaking Bad (2008), directed by Bronwen Hughes
With the side effects and cost of his treatment mounting, Walt demands that Jesse finds a wholesaler to buy their drugs - which lands him in trouble. - DirectorJordan CanningStarsEugene LevyCatherine O'HaraDan LevyMoira receives some unexpected news, and David makes a tough decision about where he wants to live.episode 6.13 of Schitt's Creek (2015), directed by Jordan Canning
Moira receives some unexpected news, and David makes a tough decision about where he wants to live. - DirectorAmy Sherman-PalladinoStarsLauren GrahamAlexis BledelMelissa McCarthyLorelai suspects that Luke's intentions towards her have become serious, but she doesn't have time to dwell on the situation as she prepares for the opening of the Dragonfly Inn by inviting friends and family to a test run.episode 4.22 of Gilmore Girls (2000), directed by Amy Sherman-Palladino
Lorelai suspects that Luke's intentions towards her have become serious, but she doesn't have time to dwell on the situation as she prepares for the opening of the Dragonfly Inn by inviting friends and family to a test run. - DirectorDeniz Gamze ErgüvenStarsElisabeth MossJoseph FiennesYvonne StrahovskiA return to Jezebels puts everything in jeopardy; Serena and Fred take a clandestine trip.episode 3.11 of The Handmaid's Tale (2017), directed by Deniz Gamze Ergüven
A return to Jezebels puts everything in jeopardy; Serena Joy and Commander Waterford take a clandestine trip. - DirectorSarah PaulsonStarsSarah PaulsonEvan PetersAdina PorterAfter being sent to the Murder House to gather information on Langdon's past, Madison and Behold discover a horrifying secret about the next Supreme.episode 8.6 of American Horror Story (2011), directed by Sarah Paulson
After being sent to the Murder House to gather information on Langdon's past, Madison and Behold discover a horrifying secret about the next Supreme. - 2017–202352mTV-MA9.2 (2.6K)TV EpisodeDirectorAmy Sherman-PalladinoStarsRachel BrosnahanAlex BorsteinMichael ZegenSummer season at Steiner Mountain Resort continues as Moishe and Shirley join the group, disturbing Abe's peace. Susie tries to ward off a new friend while keeping a low profile at the resort. Midge jumps at the opportunity to redeem herself at B. Altman.episode 2.5 of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (2017), directed by Amy Sherman-Palladino
Summer season at Steiner Mountain Resort continues as Moishe and Shirley join the group, disturbing Abe's peace. Susie tries to ward off a new friend while keeping a low profile at the resort. - 2012–201942mTV-149.2 (1.4K)TV EpisodeDirectorChristine MooreStarsJonny Lee MillerLucy LiuJon Michael HillHolmes works to find Rowan's murderer before Watson is charged with the crime.episode 6.21 of Elementary (2012), directed by Christine Moore
Holmes and Watson's partnership is threatened when Joan is suspected of murder. - 2005– 22mTV-MA9.2 (4K)TV EpisodeDirectorKat CoiroStarsCharlie DayGlenn HowertonRob McElhenneyPaddy's has been put on a list of bars that are sexually hostile to women, so the gang must attend a sexual-harassment seminar in order to get off the list.episode 13.4 of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005), directed by Kat Coiro
Paddy's has been put on a list of bars that are sexually hostile to women, so the gang must attend a sexual-harassment seminar in order to get off the list. - DirectorUta BriesewitzStarsEvan Rachel WoodThandiwe NewtonJeffrey WrightThe telling of Akecheta and the Ghost Nation's journey to consciousness; Maeve's life hangs in the balance.episode 2.8 of Westworld (2016), directed by Uta Briesewitz
The telling of Akecheta and the Ghost Nation's journey to consciousness; Maeve's life hangs in the balance.