Ranking Series Finales
These are from my favorite series and all these episodes are in order from best to worst. I've seen every episode of these shows over a long period of time and I highly recommend them regardless of a disappointing finale.
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- DirectorAlan BallStarsPeter KrauseMichael C. HallFrances ConroyNate and Brenda's daughter Willa is born, but 2 months early and at only 2 lb. 4 oz., requiring a prolonged hospital stay. Nate is convinced she won't make it and insists that he can't accept it if she does and is "damaged", shaking Brenda's own confidence. Rico encourages David to sell the funeral home but instead he and Keith buy out Rico's 25% so he can start his own. David agrees to temporarily leave home, and goes to the funeral home. There he's confronted by Nathaniel about considering leaving the business and for his gayness, and is forced to fight his mysterious attacker back, then finally sees his face. Maya is returned to Brenda and Ruth has to face her own problems, until Maggie reveals Nate did see her, happily, as Brenda insisted. Claire takes up photography (of Ted) again and gets a job offer at a New York photo production company, but offers to be there for Ruth until she insists she go and unfreezes her account. Brenda gets a surprise visit from Nate, who finally shows love for his daughter, and someone else. Claire learns the company who gave the job offer has just failed, but Nate encourages her to go onto New York anyway.10/10
- DirectorClark JohnsonStarsMichael ChiklisCatherine DentPaula GarcésAs Vic hopes his immunity deal will help keep his family together, and Shane takes extreme measures to keep his pregnant wife from being charged with murder, Dutch finds he's a suspect in the disappearance of a teenage serial killer's mother.10/10
- DirectorClark JohnsonStarsDominic WestReg E. CatheyJohn DomanCarcetti maps out a damage-control scenario with the police brass in the wake of a startling revelation from Pearlman and Daniels. Their choice: clean up the mess...or hide the dirt.10/10
- DirectorRick JacobsonStarsLiam McIntyreManu BennettDustin ClareSpartacus and his outnumbered rebels make one last attempt to win freedom in an epic final battle against the Romans led by Marcus Crassus.10/10
- DirectorJeffrey BellStarsDavid BoreanazJames MarstersJ. August RichardsIn the series finale, Angel reveals that his questionable moral behavior has been part of a bigger plan: to destroy The Circle of the Black Thorn and show the Senior Partners that the power of good can still make a difference. Wesley struggles with helping Illyria adapt to the world, scolding her for her attempts to take on Fred's form. As Gunn continues his quest of self-discovery, Lorne becomes more aware of the lack of happiness in the world. Harmony attempts to seduce Marcus Hamilton for information, Lindsey makes an important decision regarding his alliance, and Eve continues to deal with being mortal. As Spike comes closer to understanding the nature of heroism, Angel pays a visit to the one person he truly loves. On Angel's bidding, the gang goes out and spends each day as if it were their last...10/10
- DirectorMichael RymerStarsMads MikkelsenHugh DancyCaroline DhavernasWill hatches a cunning plot to slay Francis Dolarhyde, using Hannibal Lecter in his ploy. Bedelia voices concern about the perilous plan as Will continues his game with Hannibal, though Will may have to face his darkest fears.10/10
- DirectorMimi LederStarsJustin TherouxAmy BrennemanChristopher EcclestonNora wishes to step into Dr. Eden and Dr. Bekker's machine. What are the consequences?9.5/10
- DirectorJack BenderStarsSam AndersonNaveen AndrewsL. Scott CaldwellThe Man in Black searches for Desmond to achieve his goal of destroying the island. Jack, the newly-appointed "protector" of the island, sets out to stop him. In Los Angeles, the survivors reunite and recall their island experiences.9.5/10
I know that this finale gets a lot of hate, but I really liked it. Even though they left some unanswered questions, I enjoyed the finale for what it was. I found it very emotional, not in the sense that I cried, but it prioritized it's characters over the island mystery and for me, it really worked. - DirectorMichael WaxmanStarsKyle ChandlerConnie BrittonAimee TeegardenWith the decision to close the East Dillon Football program speculation runs wild on two fronts. Will the Lions be able to win State and go out in a blaze of glory; and will Coach Taylor agree to return to coach the Dillion Panthers and a super team with the best of both schools? Tami's PA job offer adds conflict in the Taylor home as does a new development with Matt & Julie. Meanwhile Tim Riggins and Tyra talk seriously about their futures and Luke & Becky clear the air.9.5/10
- DirectorMichael SchurStarsAmy PoehlerAziz AnsariNick OffermanAs the team gathers one final time before they go their separate ways, we look 10 years into the future for each team member.9.5/10
- DirectorChris FisherStarsJim CaviezelKevin ChapmanAmy AckerFinch, Reese, Fusco and Shaw embark on one last mission to prevent Samaritan from destroying The Machine and cementing its hold over mankind.9.5/10
- DirectorRicky GervaisStephen MerchantStarsRicky GervaisMartin FreemanMackenzie CrookTim's world is rocked when Dawn turns up at the office to say hello. Despite a stern warning from Gareth and wise words from Keith in Accounts, Tim can't help but get his hopes up again. Meanwhile, David Brent has been using the services of a dating agency and, in between making celebrity appearances in nightclubs, he meets up for drinks with a rather disappointing selection of single women. The office Christmas party kicks off like any other but there are a few surprises in store...9.5/10
- DirectorMichael RymerStarsEdward James OlmosMary McDonnellKatee SackhoffA stripped down Galactica attacks the Cylon's Colony ship in the hopes of rescuing Hera. The meaning of the shared dream in the Opera House on Kobol is revealed. Sam Anders is moved in his Hybrid tank to the CIC in the hopes that he will be able to assist the combatants. Their mission complete, Admiral Adama orders Starbuck to pick a destination - any destination - to which the ship can jump to get out of there. With that, the meaning of the tune and the musical notes are explained. Having successfully jumped, the old Galactica has truly reached the end of it's life. A planet capable of sustaining life is found and Lee Adama makes a radical proposal for the future of humankind. In a flash forward far into the future, Hera's importance to the human race is revealed.9.5/10
- DirectorChris LongStarsKeri RussellMatthew RhysBrandon J. DirdenThe Jennings family face a choice that will change their lives forever.9.5/10
- DirectorScott WinantStarsMichael J. AndersonAdrienne BarbeauClancy BrownIn the cliff-hanging season finale, Samson devises a grand plan by scheming with Ben, Jones, and the entire troupe to lure Brother Justin to Carnivale for his confrontation with Ben. Meanwhile, Stroud wants to protect Justin who correctly suspects that the carnival is setting a trap for him. Sofie finds herself locked in a dark shed after she tells Justin her conflicted thoughts about where her loyalties lay, and soon becomes terrorized by ghostly visions of her mother. Rita Sue is touched by Samson's generosity of giving her the money needed to pay off Stumpy's loan shark. Later, the final confrontation approaches when Brother Justin persuades Iris to overcome her fear of heights by riding the Carnivale Ferris Wheel where Jones traps both of them in for Ben to drain Justin's powers, and Ben performs his most important healing of Reverend Balthus, leading to Ben and Justin finally meeting face-to-face, and the visions of Ben and Justin coming full circle. At the same time, Joney sets out to rescue Sofie from Stroud, but soon realizes (way too late) that she has made her choice to which side her loyalties are.9.5/10
- DirectorJoss WhedonStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonEmma Caulfield FordAfter killing Caleb, Buffy conceives a plan to defeat the First once and for all. Willow invokes a magic spell that alters the ancient Slayer spell and gives Buffy the allies she needs to fight the Uber-Vamp army. An epic battle ensues and several good friends are lost. At the end, Buffy faces a completely new problem -- one she's glad to have.9.5/10
- DirectorJoss WhedonStarsNathan FillionGina TorresAlan TudykSerenity encounters a ruthlessly professional bounty hunter, Jubal Early, who will stop at nothing to retrieve River. But River, feeling unwelcome on the ship, takes a novel approach to escaping from the Alliance.9.5/10
- DirectorVince GilliganStarsBryan CranstonAnna GunnAaron PaulWalter White returns to Albuquerque one last time to secure his family's future and settle old scores.9.5/10
- DirectorBeth McCarthy-MillerStarsTina FeyTracy MorganJane KrakowskiLiz 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.9.5/10
- DirectorAdam ArkinStarsTimothy OlyphantNick SearcyJere BurnsRaylan is captured by the authorities, but Art reluctantly lets him go and puts him back on the case. Avery gets to Ava and questions her about his missing money, but she winds up leading Boyd straight to them.9.0/10
- DirectorMatthew WeinerStarsJon HammElisabeth MossVincent KartheiserDon's journey ends in California with Anna's niece, Stephanie, where he contemplates his future. Roger decides to marry Megan's mother, Marie. Joan has a business proposition for Peggy, who is coming to terms with her feelings for Stan.9.0/10
- DirectorJ.H. WymanStarsAnna TorvJoshua JacksonJasika NicoleAs the Observers close in, Walter and September desperately work to complete the plan, but one obstacle after another hinders their progress.9.0/10
- DirectorJonathan DemmeStarsMireille EnosJoel KinnamanGregg HenryLinden and Holder's partnership spirals out of control as they are confronted with the shocking truth behind the Stansbury murders.9.0/10
- DirectorJohn MayburyStarsRay StevensonKevin McKiddPolly WalkerWith the defeat of the Egyptian fleet at Actium, Mark Antony and Cleopatra retreat to their palace and await their fate. Believing that Cleopatra has taken her life, Mark Antony decides follow her into the afterlife. She has other plans however and is quite prepared to negotiate with Octavian if there is any possibility her life and those of her children will be spared. Cleopatra asks Vorenus to take her son Caesarian to safety and Octavian sends Pullo after them. The old friends are soon together again but are waylaid by bandits. With Vorenus severely wounded, Pullo takes him back to Rome for what he hopes will be a happy reunion with his children.9.0/10
- DirectorKevin BrightStarsJennifer AnistonCourteney CoxLisa KudrowPhoebe races Ross to the airport in a bid to stop Rachel from leaving for Paris. Monica and Chandler pack up their apartment ahead of their move to their new house, and Joey buys Chandler a new chick and duck as a leaving present.9.0/10
- DirectorBill LawrenceStarsZach BraffSarah ChalkeDonald FaisonJ.D. continues his last day at Sacred Heart, and tries to hold out hope for a great sendoff.9.0/10
- DirectorRicky GervaisStephen MerchantStarsRicky GervaisAshley JensenStephen MerchantAndy is unhappy with the fame he has achieved. When a new agent approaches him, Andy fires Darren and quits 'When The Whistle Blows'. Meanwhile, Maggie has hit rock bottom, having given up working as an extra and living in a tiny, dismal flat. Andy however is too self obsessed to notice Maggie's plight.9.0/10
- DirectorKen KwapisStarsRainn WilsonJohn KrasinskiJenna FischerOne year later, Dunder Mifflin employees past and present reunite for a panel discussion about the documentary and to attend Dwight and Angela's wedding.9.0/10
- DirectorPaul FeigStarsLinda CardelliniJohn Francis DaleyJames FrancoNick explores disco, Lindsay listens to the Grateful Dead, and Daniel tries something new. What's cool? Friendship.9.0/10
- DirectorOle Christian MadsenStarsAntony StarrIvana MilicevicUlrich ThomsenProctor has to deal with an angry brotherhood, Calvin faces Kurt, while Hood and Veronica come to a big realization.9.0/10
- 2009–201527mTV-Y9.4 (6.6K)TV EpisodeDirectorRob SchrabStarsJoel McHaleGillian JacobsDanny PudiAs their sixth year at Greendale draws to a close, Abed asks everyone to imagine pitching a TV show about what they would do in season seven.9.0/10
- DirectorRay McKinnonStarsAden YoungAbigail SpencerJ. Smith-CameronDaniel 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 and Amantha on what he has learned about Daniel's case.9.0/10
- DirectorMark TinkerStarsTimothy OlyphantIan McShaneMolly ParkerElection day arrives, Hearst has his revenge, Sol and Trixie have it out, and Tolliver releases rage at his impotence.9.0/10
- DirectorEagle EgilssonStarsMaggie QShane WestLyndsy FonsecaFrustrated that MDK is still active, Nikita decides to end it her way. Leaving Michael and the team behind, Nikita takes Alex on the road to exact revenge. Nikita and Alex capture Jones and force him to reveal the names of the rest of the members of MDK. Armed with the information, Nikita goes down a dark path that may ultimately cost her soul. Michael tracks her down and must get her to surrender before the military opens fire and kills her. However, Nikita isn't one to give up on a fight, leading her to make a shocking decision.9.0/10
- DirectorErin O'MalleyStarsZooey DeschanelJake JohnsonMax GreenfieldThe gang get ready to say goodbye to the loft, but Jess isn't happy with how everyone is coping with their emotions.9.0/10
- DirectorJon CassarStarsKiefer SutherlandYvonne StrahovskiTate DonovanAs the world teeters on a terror plot of mass proportions, Jack and the team reunite one last time to avert an imminent crisis. With no time left and the fate of free world on the line, Jack is faced with an unthinkable and grave decision.9.0/10
- DirectorGreg BeemanKevin FairStarsTom WellingErica DuranceCassidy FreemanThe story of Clark Kent culminates in this two-hour series finale as Clark takes the last step to becoming the Man of Steel.9.0/10
- DirectorDavid ChaseStarsJames GandolfiniEdie FalcoMichael ImperioliTony and his family have to stay in hiding until Phil Leotardo is dealt with. His family doesn't like the lifestyle they have been forced to adopt. AJ and Meadow move onto the next step in their lives. Tony confronts Junior one last time.9.0/10
- DirectorTimothy Van PattenStarsSteve BuscemiKelly MacdonaldMichael ShannonNucky visits Gillian, Luciano and Lansky deal with Narcisse and young Nucky faces a turning point. In Chicago, Capone prepares to face trial and in New York Margaret becomes a stock operator a la Joe Kennedy. Scores are made and settled.9.0/10
- DirectorEdgar WrightStarsSimon PeggJessica HynesKaty CarmichaelTim, Daisy, Mike, and Brian go into panic mode and try to find Marsha to get her to come back after they find out that she's selling the house. Sophie is offered a job at Marvel Comics in Seattle, and decides to take it. And, with the future of her current living situation looking bleak, Daisy decides to head back home to work at a local newspaper. After executing a "bloody spectacular" plan, the guys succeed in getting Marsha to come home. But, Daisy doesn't know that. Tim decides to rush to the train station to get Daisy, while Mike is tasked with taking Sophie to the airport, not giving Tim a chance to say goodbye. Everyone ends up happy in the end.9.0/10
- DirectorKen MarinoStarsAdam ScottKen MarinoMegan MullallyA year or so after she's left the Party Down team, Constance hires them to cater her wedding to the wealthy Howard Greengold (Alex Rocco). He's been married many times, and although Constance says that he's the love of her life, it's unclear if Howard is ready for commitment: his eyes light on every young woman in sight, and he's still trying out new pick up lines. Plus, his daughter Mona wants to ensure that Constance signs umpteen prenuptial documents waiving any claim to Howard's money. Is this a match made in heaven, or should the Party Down crew step in and help Constance remove her rose-colored glasses?9.0/10
- DirectorPaco CabezasStarsReeve CarneyTimothy DaltonEva GreenSir Malcolm and his allies battle the fiend laying claim to Vanessa, the Creature faces a baleful demand, and Ethan makes a heartrending choice.8.5/10
- DirectorDavid SolomonStarsEliza DushkuHarry LennixFran KranzIn the year 2020, events finally come full-circle as Echo and the few surviving Dollhouse staff struggle to restore mankind after the devastating events seen in the first season episode, "Epitaph" that has turned 90% of Earth's population into mindless, kill-crazy zombies out to kill those not infected (called 'actuals') by the Rossum's remote mind-wipe system. In the meantime, fellow "actuals", Mag, Zone, and the mind-restored Caroline set out to find "Safe Haven" that can save man-kind from total extinction.8.5/10
- DirectorJulie PlecStarsPaul WesleyIan SomerhalderKat GrahamWith the fate of Mystic Falls at stake, Stefan and Damon must fight their greatest enemy for one last battle.8.5/10
- DirectorLana WachowskiStarsBae DoonaJamie ClaytonTina DesaiIn the sweeping series finale, passions run high as the Sensates and their closest allies fight to save the cluster and stop their enemies for good.8.5/10
- DirectorKurt SutterStarsCharlie HunnamKatey SagalMark Boone JuniorSAMCRO president Jax Teller takes the final steps towards fulfilling his father's legacy.8.5/10
- DirectorLawrence TrillingStarsLee PaceAnna FrielChi McBrideOne-half of Vivian and Lily's old rival synchronized swimming team is eaten by a shark during a show, which provides Vivian and Lily with an opportunity to revive their career.8.5/10
- DirectorMichael AptedStarsMichael SheenLizzy CaplanCaitlin FitzGeraldMasters and Johnson work to save the practice from disintegrating in the face of insurrection within the clinic. As everyone in their lives either moves on or falls away, Bill and Virginia find solace in one another.8.5/10
- DirectorJohn FawcettStarsTatiana MaslanyJordan GavarisKevin HanchardNow in labor, Helena is forced to hunker down in the basement of Old Dyad for the delivery. It's a cage match for survival as Sarah and Art struggle to protect her in a desperate last stand against Neolution.8.5/10
- DirectorChristopher MisianoStarsAlan AldaStockard ChanningKristin ChenowethSantos and his staff prepare for the inauguration as Bartlet and his team look back on their years in the White House.8.5/10
- DirectorDavid ShoreStarsHugh LaurieOmar EppsRobert Sean LeonardTreating a drug addict patient results in House examining his life, his future and confronting his own personal demons.8.5/10
- DirectorParis BarclayStarsGabriel ByrneAmy RyanBlaming Adele for his recent setbacks with patients, Paul contemplates the future of his therapy and his practice.8.5/10
- DirectorAlan PoulStarsJeff DanielsEmily MortimerJohn Gallagher Jr.The team looks forward as they mourn the loss of a coworker.8.5/10
- DirectorMichael EnglerStarsHugh BonnevilleLaura CarmichaelJim CarterMary endeavors to build bridges with her sister while Edith's secret continues to pose a threat. As Henry settles into the role of husband and stepfather, finding his place at Downton proves more difficult.8.5/10
- DirectorAdam BernsteinStarsDavid DuchovnyNatascha McElhonePamela AdlonKaren massages the situation - even though Hank is still not on board with Becca's plans. Later, Hank manages to reassure Julia, urge Charlie to save Marcy, plus, make his own life-altering decision. Series finale.8.5/10
- DirectorM.J. BassettStarsPhilip WinchesterSullivan StapletonRobson GreenA group of mercenaries led by Faber and Mason, pursue Scott and Stonebridge as they seek payback.8.5/10
- DirectorJennifer GetzingerStarsHayley AtwellJames D'ArcyChad Michael MurrayPeggy needs Howard Stark to eliminate Zero Matter as they are faced with a mission none of them could come back.8.0/10
- DirectorChris CarterStarsDavid DuchovnyGillian AndersonMitch PileggiMulder and Scully rush to find an on-the-run William while the Cigarette Smoking Man pushes forward with his ultimate plan.8.0/10
- DirectorAndy AckermanStarsJerry SeinfeldJulia Louis-DreyfusMichael RichardsAfter George and Jerry land a production deal with NBC, the four head out for Paris on NBC's private plane and are waylaid in a small Massachusetts town.8.0/10
- DirectorAlex ZakrzewskiStarsKirk AcevedoErnie HudsonTerry KinneyQuerns is appointed the new warden of Oz. Brass attempts to get famous for a day. Tim tries to change the mindset of Said's murderer. Cyril is finally executed. Keller brings Tobias back to Oz for good.8.0/10
- DirectorLance AndersonStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinIntent on saving Hope's life, Klaus' plan will change the lives of the Mikaelson family forever.8.0/10
- DirectorRobert KingStarsJulianna MarguliesMatt CzuchryAlan CummingPeter has little time left to make a plea deal before the jury comes back with a verdict. Meanwhile, Alicia must decide whether her future is with Peter or with Jason, and she channels the ghost of Will Gardner to help make a decision.8.0/10
- DirectorDavid NutterStarsKevin ConnollyAdrian GrenierKevin Dillon(Series Finale) After a first date, Vince pulls out all the stops for Sophia. Ari and Mrs. Ari take a step forward, and a step back, at therapy. Drama, Turtle and Vince try to convince Sloan to give Eric another chance.8.0/10
- DirectorBilly GierhartStarsJohn BarrowmanEve MylesMekhi PhiferAn underground bloodline flows from Buenos Aires to Shanghai, where Mother shows Jilly that she is planning to blow up her hideout whilst the Blessing maintains its immortality. In Buenos Aires, an explosion kills Rex and Esther's army escort, as they become aware of a CIA mole whom they allow to believe they are dead. They are nonetheless caught and taken to the South American lair of the Mother's cousin, where the other half of the Blessing is kept. Gwen, Oswald, and Jack infiltrate the Shanghai hideaway where they learn how the families, using Jack's blood, attached it to a force field to give them immortality but how the aliens misunderstood and recently gave immortality to the Earth in the spirit of benevolence. Sacrifice and redemption on two continents lead to the destruction of Miracle Day with the capture of the mole and the restoration of order. For one of the survivors, there is an amazing discovery.8.0/10
- DirectorMartin DennisStarsJack DavenportGina BellmanSarah AlexanderSusan is in labor, and Steve is now remembering the events of that night. Patrick and Sally are having problems with Patrick's previous relationship with Jane. As well as Oliver is desperate for a night with Jane but is soon interrupted by Steve and Susan.8.0/10
- DirectorTodd A. KesslerStarsKyle ChandlerLinda CardelliniNorbert Leo ButzKevin learns one of the Cubans isn't who he claims to be. Sally gets devastating news. John faces what he must do to put the matter of Danny to rest.7.5/10
- DirectorJenni KonnerStarsLena DunhamAllison WilliamsBecky Ann BakerHannah embarks on a new chapter.7.5/10
- DirectorJon JonesStarsJack ColemanZachary LeviRobbie KayThe real Miko is brought to life. Ren enters the game to save Tommy. Quentin is put in a difficult situation. Malina attempts to stop the solar flare.7.0/10
- DirectorPamela FrymanStarsJason SegelAlyson HanniganNeil Patrick HarrisAs the years go on, changes cause the group to drift apart, but they reunite one more time for Ted's wedding. Meanwhile, a monumental event causes Barney to finally change his ways.6.5/10
- DirectorSteve ShillStarsMichael C. HallJennifer CarpenterDesmond HarringtonSeries finale. Dexter is faced with impossible odds as a brewing hurricane makes its way towards Miami.6.0/10
- DirectorScott WinantStarsAnna PaquinStephen MoyerSam TrammellSookie weighs a future with and without Bill. Eric and Pam struggle with their uncomfortable partnership with Mr. Gus. Sam makes a choice, while Andy comes upon an unexpected inheritance.5.0/10