The 50 Greatest Episodes Of 2012
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1.
Breaking Bad (2008–2013)
Episode:
Dead Freight
(2012)
TV-14 | 48 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
Walter White's domestic life continues to deteriorate; at the same time, his growing business venture aims to steal a train car chock full of methylamine.
Director: George Mastras | Stars: Bryan Cranston, Anna Gunn, Aaron Paul, Dean Norris
Votes: 40,554
10/10
2.
Breaking Bad (2008–2013)
Episode:
Gliding Over All
(2012)
TV-14 | 47 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
Walt expands his business overseas, and the money is pouring in.
Director: Michelle MacLaren | Stars: Bryan Cranston, Anna Gunn, Aaron Paul, Dean Norris
Votes: 36,089
9.5/10
3.
Breaking Bad (2008–2013)
Episode:
Say My Name
(2012)
TV-14 | 47 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
Mike and Jesse are out. Now Walt has to handle things on his own. Hank finally finds a rat in Mike's gang.
Director: Thomas Schnauz | Stars: Bryan Cranston, Anna Gunn, Aaron Paul, Dean Norris
Votes: 37,206
9.5/10
4.
Downton Abbey (2010–2015)
Episode:
Episode #3.5
(2012)
TV-14 | 50 min | Drama, Romance
The Crawleys excitedly await as the new addition to the family is soon to come. Meanwhile, Anna attempts to uncover evidence for Bates's innocence. But then, when tragedy strikes, will things ever be the same again?
Director: Jeremy Webb | Stars: Hugh Bonneville, Jessica Brown Findlay, Laura Carmichael, Jim Carter
Votes: 2,295
9/10
5.
Downton Abbey (2010–2015)
Episode:
A Journey to the Highlands
(2012)
TV-14 | 92 min | Drama, Romance
The Crawleys go to Duneagle Castle to celebrate Christmas with the MacClares. Everyone is delighted as they fish, hunt, and dine. Unfortunately, when the Crawleys return, tragedy strikes. Will things ever be the same again?
Director: Andy Goddard | Stars: Hugh Bonneville, Laura Carmichael, Jim Carter, Brendan Coyle
Votes: 2,463
9/10
6.
Breaking Bad (2008–2013)
Episode:
Live Free or Die
(2012)
TV-14 | 43 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
Now that Gus is dead, Walt, Jesse, and Mike work to cover their tracks. Skyler panics when Ted Beneke wakes up.
Director: Michael Slovis | Stars: Bryan Cranston, Anna Gunn, Aaron Paul, Dean Norris
Votes: 32,455
9/10
7.
It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005– )
Episode:
Reynolds vs. Reynolds: The Cereal Defense
(2012)
TV-MA | 22 min | Comedy
When Frank accidentally hits Dennis's car while Dennis is eating cereal, Frank and Dennis go to the Paddy's Pub court to face off on who will pay for the damages.
Director: Richie Keen | Stars: Charlie Day, Glenn Howerton, Rob McElhenney, Kaitlin Olson
Votes: 3,284
9/10
8.
Peep Show (2003–2015)
Episode:
The Love Bunker
(2012)
TV-MA | 25 min | Comedy
Simon,Dobby's ex-boyfriend,asks Mark,Jeremy and Super Hans to join him on the paint-balling day Dobby has bought as his birthday present. Simon puts Dobby and himself into the opposing team... See full summary »
Director: Becky Martin | Stars: David Mitchell, Robert Webb, Matt King, Isy Suttie
Votes: 578
9/10
9.
Breaking Bad (2008–2013)
Episode:
Madrigal
(2012)
TV-14 | 47 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
Walt and Jesse seek out an unlikely partner for a new business venture. The DEA follows up new leads in its investigation.
Director: Michelle MacLaren | Stars: Bryan Cranston, Anna Gunn, Aaron Paul, Dean Norris
Votes: 28,290
9/10
10.
Community (2009–2015)
Episode:
Pillows and Blankets
(2012)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy
The students of Greendale are drawn into an epic pillow fight as Troy and Abed start a war that threatens to destroy their unique friendship.
Director: Tristram Shapeero | Stars: Joel McHale, Gillian Jacobs, Danny Pudi, Yvette Nicole Brown
Votes: 6,436
9/10
11.
Community (2009–2015)
Episode:
Basic Lupine Urology
(2012)
TV-PG | 21 min | Comedy
When the yam the study group was growing for biology class is killed, Troy and Abed are on the case.
Director: Rob Schrab | Stars: Joel McHale, Gillian Jacobs, Danny Pudi, Yvette Nicole Brown
Votes: 6,486
9/10
12.
Community (2009–2015)
Episode:
Introduction to Finality
(2012)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy
Jeff faces an old nemesis as Shirley and Pierce square off in Greendale court, Abed succumbs to his evil alter ego, and Troy decides to meet his destiny at air conditioning school.
Director: Tristram Shapeero | Stars: Joel McHale, Gillian Jacobs, Danny Pudi, Yvette Nicole Brown
Votes: 4,124
9/10
13.
Community (2009–2015)
Episode:
Digital Estate Planning
(2012)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy
The study group must help Pierce win a video game so that he can claim his inheritance from his father, but somebody may be out to ensure that he loses.
Director: Adam Davidson | Stars: Joel McHale, Gillian Jacobs, Danny Pudi, Yvette Nicole Brown
Votes: 6,559
9/10
14.
Community (2009–2015)
Episode:
The First Chang Dynasty
(2012)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy
The Study Group, now known as the "Greendale Seven," launches a plot to rescue the real dean Pelton and end Chang's reign of terror over Greendale.
Director: Jay Chandrasekhar | Stars: Joel McHale, Gillian Jacobs, Danny Pudi, Yvette Nicole Brown
Votes: 4,593
9/10
15.
Breaking Bad (2008–2013)
Episode:
Buyout
(2012)
TV-14 | 47 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
In the aftermath of the train heist, Jesse and Mike decide to quit the business, leaving Walt to handle things on his own. Mike is being followed by the DEA.
Director: Colin Bucksey | Stars: Bryan Cranston, Anna Gunn, Aaron Paul, Dean Norris
Votes: 28,457
9/10
16.
Breaking Bad (2008–2013)
Episode:
Hazard Pay
(2012)
TV-14 | 47 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
The guys put a business plan into action; Walt confesses to Marie.
Director: Adam Bernstein | Stars: Bryan Cranston, Anna Gunn, Aaron Paul, Dean Norris
Votes: 27,697
9/10
17.
Breaking Bad (2008–2013)
Episode:
Fifty-One
(2012)
TV-14 | 47 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
It's Walt's 51st birthday. His return to the drug business causes Skyler to go into depression.
Director: Rian Johnson | Stars: Bryan Cranston, Anna Gunn, Aaron Paul, Dean Norris
Votes: 27,904
9/10
18.
Downton Abbey (2010–2015)
Episode:
Episode #3.8
(2012)
TV-14 | 67 min | Drama, Romance
Change arrives in a big way for several key characters at Downton Abbey. A yearly cricket match with the village sees old scores settled and new plots are hatched.
Director: David Evans | Stars: Hugh Bonneville, Laura Carmichael, Jim Carter, Brendan Coyle
Votes: 1,883
8.5/10
19.
It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005– )
Episode:
The Gang Dines Out
(2012)
TV-MA | 20 min | Comedy
The gang turns up at the same restaurant for dinner at three different tables. They pretend not to notice they noticed they are noticing each other. Then the one-upmanship begins.
Director: Matt Shakman | Stars: Charlie Day, Glenn Howerton, Rob McElhenney, Kaitlin Olson
Votes: 3,386
8.5/10
20.
It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005– )
Episode:
Pop-Pop: The Final Solution
(2012)
TV-MA | 22 min | Comedy
Dennis and Dee's Nazi grandfather is wasting away in a hospital, and it's their choice whether to pull the plug or not. Meanwhile, Charlie and Mac go crazy trying to find a dog painting they think has a lot of value.
Director: Matt Shakman | Stars: Charlie Day, Glenn Howerton, Rob McElhenney, Kaitlin Olson
Votes: 2,609
8.5/10
21.
Community (2009–2015)
Episode:
Curriculum Unavailable
(2012)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy
When Abed claims the Dean has been replaced by a doppelgänger he is forced to take psychiatric treatment. Naturally, the rest of the study group joins him at his session with Dr. Heidi.
Director: Adam Davidson | Stars: Joel McHale, Gillian Jacobs, Danny Pudi, Yvette Nicole Brown
Votes: 4,964
8.5/10
22.
Downton Abbey (2010–2015)
Episode:
Episode #3.1
(2012)
TV-14 | 68 min | Drama, Romance
Spring of 1920. Wedding guests descend on Downton Abbey, where disasters threaten. One of which is Cora's freewheeling American mother, who tries to loosen up her in-laws.
Director: Brian Percival | Stars: Hugh Bonneville, Jessica Brown Findlay, Laura Carmichael, Jim Carter
Votes: 2,395
8.5/10
23.
Futurama (1999– )
Episode:
Viva Mars Vegas
(2012)
TV-14 | 22 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
The Planet Express crew goes gambling in Mars Vegas where they risk far more than losing their chips.
Director: Frank Marino | Stars: Billy West, Katey Sagal, John DiMaggio, Tress MacNeille
Votes: 1,825
8.5/10
24.
Top Gear (2002–2022)
Episode:
Creating The Climactic Car Chase For 'The Sweeney'
(2012)
TV-MA | 61 min | Adventure, Sport, Talk-Show
Reviews: James will be driving the brand new 2012 Fiat Panda, a car that he likes very much, but will he like the new one as much as the old. Also, on the track, James compares it to a ... See full summary »
Directors: Phil Churchward, Konrad Begg, James Bryce, Ben Duncan, Brian Klein | Stars: Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, James May, The Stig
Votes: 337
8/10
25.
The Thick of It (2005–2012)
Episode:
Episode #4.5
(2012)
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy
After Nicola's resignation Mannion considers following suit but saves himself on Phil's advice by putting the blame on Nicola for Mr Tickel's death, since her husband was part of the ... See full summary »
Director: Chris Addison | Stars: Rebecca Front, Rebecca Gethings, Will Smith, Roger Allam
Votes: 362
8/10
26.
The Thick of It (2005–2012)
Episode:
Episode #4.6
(2012)
TV-MA | 59 min | Comedy
Ministers and aides from all parties are summoned to give evidence at the Goolding Inquiry into the events involving and following Tickel's suicide. First witness is Pearson, whose obscure ... See full summary »
Director: Armando Iannucci | Stars: William Hoyland, Tobias Menzies, Priyanga Burford, Michael Maloney
Votes: 459
8/10
27.
Downton Abbey (2010–2015)
Episode:
Episode #3.7
(2012)
TV-14 | 48 min | Drama, Romance
A vindictive Ms. O'Brien hatches a damaging plot. Edith makes a major decision. Matthew devises a major plan for changing things, and Tom's brother pays a visit.
Director: David Evans | Stars: Hugh Bonneville, Laura Carmichael, Jim Carter, Brendan Coyle
Votes: 1,796
8/10
28.
Peep Show (2003–2015)
Episode:
Jeremy Therapised
(2012)
TV-MA | 24 min | Comedy
A month has passed. Dobby has still not said that she will move in with Mark and Jeremy has not said he will move out. Mark invites Dobby round to share a pizza and watch 'The Apprentice' ... See full summary »
Director: Becky Martin | Stars: David Mitchell, Robert Webb, Neil Fitzmaurice, Jim Howick
Votes: 604
8/10
29.
The Thick of It (2005–2012)
Episode:
Episode #4.3
(2012)
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy
Mannion is a reluctant participant at Pearson's Thought Camp at a country hotel, where mobile phones are forbidden. Back at the ministerial office Phil finds the place deserted except for ... See full summary »
Director: Natalie Bailey | Stars: Roger Allam, Olivia Poulet, Vincent Franklin, Will Smith
Votes: 380
8/10
30.
The Thick of It (2005–2012)
Episode:
Episode #4.1
(2012)
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy
Peter Mannion is now secretary of state for the Department of Social Affairs and Citizenship. Spin doctor Stewart Pearson, on PM's orders, instructs him to launch an education initiative, ... See full summary »
Director: Natalie Bailey | Stars: Roger Allam, Will Smith, Joanna Scanlan, Ben Willbond
Votes: 392
8/10
31.
Top Gear (2002–2022)
Episode:
Build And Test Off-Road Mobility Scooters In The Countryside
(2012)
TV-MA | 63 min | Adventure, Sport, Talk-Show
James goes to the USA and drives the Fisker Karma. Jeremy tests the Ferrari FF and Bentley Continental V8 at a test track in the Arctic Circle. The boys attempt to create a cheap mobility scooter that can be used in offroad.
Directors: Phil Churchward, Konrad Begg, Ben Duncan, Brian Klein | Stars: Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, James May, The Stig
Votes: 315
8/10
32.
Red Dwarf (1988– )
Episode:
Lemons
(2012)
TV-14 | 30 min | Comedy, Sci-Fi
After a botched installation of a rejuvenation shower, the Dwarfers are transported to Earth in the year 23 AD.
Director: Doug Naylor | Stars: Chris Barrie, Craig Charles, Danny John-Jules, Robert Llewellyn
Votes: 792
8/10
33.
South Park (1997– )
Episode:
Cartman Finds Love
(2012)
TV-MA | 23 min | Animation, Comedy
There's a new girl in school and she's black, so Cartman instantly assumes Token wants her, but when Token doesn't seem interested, Eric sets up an elaborate scheme to put the two together.
Director: Trey Parker | Stars: Trey Parker, Matt Stone, Mona Marshall, April Stewart
Votes: 2,715
8/10
34.
Red Dwarf (1988– )
Episode:
Trojan
(2012)
TV-14 | 40 min | Comedy, Sci-Fi
Rimmer attempts to masquerade as a heroic Space Corps captain after receiving a sudden SOS distress call from the hologram of his successful brother, Howard.
Director: Doug Naylor | Stars: Chris Barrie, Craig Charles, Danny John-Jules, Robert Llewellyn
Votes: 1,057
8/10
35.
South Park (1997– )
Episode:
A Nightmare on FaceTime
(2012)
TV-MA | 23 min | Animation, Comedy
The boys are excited to go trick-or-treating, dressed as the Avengers, but Stan is unable to come because Randy has bought a Blockbuster Video franchise location in South Park.
Director: Trey Parker | Stars: Trey Parker, Matt Stone, April Stewart, Ben Hull
Votes: 2,712
8/10
36.
Hustle (2004–2012)
Episode:
Gold Finger
(2012)
TV-14 | 51 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
The gang go after mouthy Dexter Gold (born Dexter Pratt) whose advertisements claim that he pays top prices for gold but cheats his customers,including Albert's friend widowed Vivienne. ... See full summary »
Director: Alrick Riley | Stars: Adrian Lester, Robert Glenister, Matt Di Angelo, Kelly Adams
Votes: 141
8/10
37.
Hustle (2004–2012)
Episode:
The Con Is Off
(2012)
TV-14 | 59 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
The final episode comes to a dramatic conclusion when Mickey proposes taking on their most dangerous "Mark" yet. In the Team's sights is Madani Wasem, who inherits his fathers Bahraini ... See full summary »
Director: Alrick Riley | Stars: Adrian Lester, Robert Glenister, Matt Di Angelo, Kelly Adams
Votes: 248
8/10
38.
It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005– )
Episode:
The Gang Recycles Their Trash
(2012)
TV-MA | 21 min | Comedy
While the city of Philadelphia's garbage men are on strike, Dennis, Mac, and Charlie decide to start a trash pick up business. And while being a big success, they must find out where to put this newly picked up trash.
Director: Matt Shakman | Stars: Charlie Day, Glenn Howerton, Rob McElhenney, Kaitlin Olson
Votes: 2,367
8/10
39.
It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005– )
Episode:
The Gang Gets Analyzed
(2012)
TV-MA | 22 min | Comedy
When Dee gets asked by her therapist to bring in her so called 'issues,' Dee brings in the whole gang. And since they have all been called in, they have their own one on one therapy sessions, while many issues arise.
Director: Todd Biermann | Stars: Charlie Day, Glenn Howerton, Rob McElhenney, Kaitlin Olson
Votes: 3,446
8/10
40.
It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005– )
Episode:
Frank's Back in Business
(2012)
TV-MA | 22 min | Comedy
Under threat of a hostile takeover, the board of Frank's old company calls him back to run the company. As before, Frank maximizes the company's product: money. Dennis, Mac and Dee find ... See full summary »
Director: Richie Keen | Stars: Charlie Day, Glenn Howerton, Rob McElhenney, Kaitlin Olson
Votes: 2,524
8/10
41.
It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005– )
Episode:
The Maureen Ponderosa Wedding Massacre
(2012)
TV-MA | 24 min | Comedy
The gang are the prime suspects for the McPoyle-Ponderosa wedding massacre.
Director: Richie Keen | Stars: Charlie Day, Glenn Howerton, Rob McElhenney, Kaitlin Olson
Votes: 3,223
8/10
42.
The Thick of It (2005–2012)
Episode:
Episode #4.7
(2012)
TV-MA | 29 min | Comedy
The witnesses from the Goolding Inquiry nervously await the result. A further crisis looms over the number of police staff being cut by the Home office, leading to a backlog of paper work ... See full summary »
Director: Tony Roche | Stars: Joanna Scanlan, Olivia Poulet, Will Smith, Geoffrey Streatfeild
Votes: 354
8/10
43.
Merlin (2008–2012)
Episode:
With All My Heart
(2012)
TV-14 | 43 min | Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
Friendship, love, and loyalty between Arthur, Gwen, and Merlin.
Director: Alice Troughton | Stars: John Hurt, Angel Coulby, Tom Hopper, Katie McGrath
Votes: 716
8/10
44.
How I Met Your Mother (2005–2014)
Episode:
Tailgate
(2012)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
After celebrating New Year's Eve, Marshall visits his father's graveside to carry on their tradition of tailgating. Meanwhile, Barney and Ted open a bar called "Puzzles," and Robin is forced to fill in for an inebriated news anchor.
Director: Pamela Fryman | Stars: Josh Radnor, Jason Segel, Cobie Smulders, Neil Patrick Harris
Votes: 3,441
8/10
45.
The Office (2005–2013)
Episode:
After Hours
(2012)
TV-14 | 23 min | Comedy
In Tallahassee, Dwight and Todd Packer try to romance Nellie to get the VP position, while Jim wonders if Kathy is trying to hit on him. Back in Scranton, Val's boyfriend shows up with a message for Darryl.
Director: Brian Baumgartner | Stars: Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, Jenna Fischer, B.J. Novak
Votes: 4,557
8/10
46.
The Office (2005–2013)
Episode:
Trivia
(2012)
TV-PG | 23 min | Comedy
Andy hopes to make up for a sales deficiency by entering and winning a bar trivia competition, while Dwight flies to corporate headquarters in Florida to demand a management interview with Robert.
Director: B.J. Novak | Stars: Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, Jenna Fischer, B.J. Novak
Votes: 4,372
8/10
47.
The Office (2005–2013)
Episode:
Turf War
(2012)
TV-PG | 23 min | Comedy
Dwight and Jim fight with the Syracuse over a client after Robert shuts down the Binghamton branch, and Andy sees an opportunity for revenge. Meanwhile Robert tries to figure out the contents of a drunken voicemail to Nellie.
Director: Daniel Chun | Stars: Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, Jenna Fischer, B.J. Novak
Votes: 4,106
8/10
48.
Game of Thrones (2011–2019)
Episode:
A Man Without Honor
(2012)
TV-MA | 56 min | Action, Adventure, Drama
Bran and Rickon have escaped Winterfell. Theon tries to hunt them down. Daenerys' dragons have been stolen. Jon travels through the wilderness with Ygritte as his prisoner. Sansa has bled and is now ready to have Joffrey's children.
Director: David Nutter | Stars: Peter Dinklage, Lena Headey, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Michelle Fairley
Votes: 31,959
8/10
49.
Top Gear (2002–2022)
Episode:
Hammond Learns About NASCAR Racing In Texas - Clarkson And May Examine China's Car Industry In Beijing
(2012)
TV-14 | 51 min | Adventure, Sport, Talk-Show
Richard travels to Texas to learn about NASCAR racing, where he interviews several and rides with a NASCAR racing driver. Jeremy reviews the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster. Jeremy and James... See full summary »
Directors: Phil Churchward, Ben Duncan, Brian Klein, Owen Trevor | Stars: Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, James May, The Stig
Votes: 343
8/10
50.
New Girl (2011–2018)
Episode:
Injured
(2012)
TV-14 | 22 min | Comedy, Romance
When Nick is hurt playing a game of touch football and Jess discovers he doesn't have insurance, she brings him to her doctor friend - an OB-GYN. The gang rallies together and Nick ... See full summary »
Director: Lynn Shelton | Stars: Zooey Deschanel, Jake Johnson, Max Greenfield, Lamorne Morris
Votes: 1,680
8/10
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