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Mad Men

TV·2007–2015·7 seasons, 92 episodes·AMC·Drama·1h·8.1·Created by Matthew Weiner

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The series revolves around the conflicted world of Don Draper, the biggest ad man in the business, and his colleagues at the Sterling Cooper Draper Pryce Advertising Agency. As Don makes the plays in the boardroom and the bedroom, he struggles to stay a step ahead of the rapidly changing times and the young executives nipping at his heels. The series also depicts authentically the roles of men and women in this era while exploring the true human nature beneath the guise of 1960s traditional family values.

Highest-rated episodes all ranked

  1. 01Mad Men S03E13Shut the Door. Have a Seat.S03E13 · 9.6In the third-season finale, Don has a pivotal meeting with Connie (Chelcie Ross); Betty is the beneficiary of some interesting advice; and Pete has a serious sit-down with some clients.
  2. 02Mad Men S05E11The Other WomanS05E11 · 9.6Don deals with a challenging pitch, while Peggy ponders taking a trip.
  3. 03Mad Men S05E12Commissions and FeesS05E12 · 9.4Don receives an intriguing lead and follows up on it.

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Episodes by season

Season01Episode ratings across the season — the gold bar is its best episode13Episodes2007Aired 8.1Season avg
  1. S01E01Mad Men S01E01Smoke Gets in Your EyesJuly 19, 2007 7.8At an advertising agency in 1960s Manhattan, the creative director has problems coming up with ideas for a tobacco account and crosses sword
  2. S01E02Mad Men S01E02Ladies RoomJuly 26, 2007 7.4Betty sees a specialist about her ongoing physical problems; a managing partner leans on Don to get involved in the Richard Nixon presidenti
  3. S01E03Mad Men S01E03Marriage of FigaroAugust 2, 2007 7.4Pete's return from his honeymoon stirs up conflicted emotions about his bachelor-party dalliance with Peggy; Don and Rachel's business relat
  4. S01E04Mad Men S01E04New AmsterdamAugust 9, 2007 8.2Pete oversteps his bounds in dealing with a valuable client, puts his foot in his mouth and gets a lesson from Don in toeing the company lin
  5. S01E05Mad Men S01E05Five GAugust 16, 2007 8.1Don wins a prestigious award and gets his face splashed on a prominent industry periodical, which triggers some fallout from his past; Ken g
  6. S01E06Mad Men S01E06BabylonAugust 23, 2007 8.3Peggy offers superb suggestions during a focus-group session, and her ideas are so well received that her future at the agency looks much br
  7. S01E07Mad Men S01E07Red in the FaceAugust 30, 2007 7.9A boys' night out for Roger and Don ends badly as Roger's erratic behavior damages their relationship; Pete encounters problems on the home
  8. S01E08Mad Men S01E08The Hobo CodeSeptember 6, 2007 8.2Don's mysterious past comes back to haunt him; Peggy celebrates her new work success, but not all of her colleagues and co-workers are pleas
  9. S01E09Mad Men S01E09ShootSeptember 13, 2007 8.0A rival ad agency tries to poach Don from Sterling Cooper, and they involve Betty in their campaign to land him; romantic rivals vie for Peg
  10. S01E10Mad Men S01E10Long WeekendSeptember 27, 2007 8.0Don is distraught about losing an important account, so Roger, stuck in the city on Labor Day, tries to cheer him up; Joan and her roommate
  11. S01E11Mad Men S01E11Indian SummerOctober 4, 2007 8.8Peggy is assigned a difficult project; Don seizes the opportunity provided by Roger's latest work woes; a frustrated Pete develops more prob
  12. S01E12Mad Men S01E12Season's bestNixon vs. KennedyOctober 11, 2007 8.9The Sterling Cooper staff pulls an all-nighter watching Nixon-Kennedy election returns; an ambitious Pete directly challenges Don.
  13. S01E13Mad Men S01E13The WheelOctober 18, 2007 8.6Peggy's colleagues are irked when she's given a new job opportunity; Don's work responsibilities get in the way of his home life; Betty unco

Season 1 ranked & reviewed

Season02Episode ratings across the season — the gold bar is its best episode13Episodes2008Aired 8.3Season avg
  1. S02E01Mad Men S02E01For Those Who Think YoungJuly 27, 2008 7.9The second season opens with Don butting heads about personnel matters with Duck, who wants "younger creative talent"; the staff is up in th
  2. S02E02Mad Men S02E02Flight 1August 3, 2008 7.9Paul throws a party, then throws his work colleagues for a loop when he introduces them to a special guest; Peggy pays a dinner visit to her
  3. S02E03Mad Men S02E03The BenefactorAugust 10, 2008 8.1Problems surface on the set of a commercial shoot while Don plays hooky from the office; ever-ambitious, career-minded Harry musters support
  4. S02E04Mad Men S02E04Three SundaysAugust 17, 2008 7.7Peggy's family entertains a new priest assigned to their parish; Freddy and Ken wine and dine a client; the agency staff pitches in to prepa
  5. S02E05Mad Men S02E05The New GirlAugust 24, 2008 8.4Joan might have found Don a perfect secretary; Peggy comes to the rescue when Don finds himself in the middle of personal issues between a T
  6. S02E06Mad Men S02E06MaidenformAugust 31, 2008 8.1Don and Duck attempt to make peace at the office; Peggy tries to find a way to participate in the high-level after-hours meetings being held
  7. S02E07Mad Men S02E07The Gold ViolinSeptember 7, 2008 8.6Don steps up in class and purchases a new set of wheels that is more appropriate for a big-time executive; Pete, Harry and Ken put their hea
  8. S02E08Mad Men S02E08A Night to RememberSeptember 14, 2008 8.6Father Gill tries to convince Peggy to volunteer her talents to a church project; Duck and Don team to woo a foreign-beer client by marketin
  9. S02E09Mad Men S02E09Six Month LeaveSeptember 28, 2008 8.5Freddy Rumsen strikes out during a pitch meeting with his team; ever-eager Pete seizes a chance to exploit an opportunity at the office; an
  10. S02E10Mad Men S02E10The InheritanceOctober 5, 2008 8.2Betty visits her ailing father; Paul's girlfriend, Sheila, advises him about his civic responsibilities; Pete's mother tries to put the kibo
  11. S02E11Mad Men S02E11The Jet SetOctober 12, 2008 8.5Don takes a business trip to Los Angeles, where he hooks up with some interesting new acquaintances; Peggy's in the mood for an office roman
  12. S02E12Mad Men S02E12The Mountain KingOctober 19, 2008 8.3An old friend and Don renew acquaintances; Pete's personal problems impact a major account; Joan introduces her fiancé around the office.
  13. S02E13Mad Men S02E13Season's bestMeditations in an EmergencyOctober 26, 2008 8.8As the second season ends, things get bumpy at Sterling Cooper while Don is away; Betty receives some upsetting news.

Season 2 ranked & reviewed

Season03Episode ratings across the season — the gold bar is its best episode13Episodes2009Aired 8.5Season avg
  1. S03E01Mad Men S03E01Out of TownAugust 16, 2009 8.8In the third-season opener, Pete and Ken are among those affected by the corporate changes at the firm. Meanwhile, Sal accompanies Don on a
  2. S03E02Mad Men S03E02Love Among the RuinsAugust 23, 2009 8.1Betty's father pays a visit; the Drapers dine with the stuffy new British boss (Jared Harris) and his snobby wife; the firm contemplates whe
  3. S03E03Mad Men S03E03My Old Kentucky HomeAugust 30, 2009 8.1A mandatory overtime session leaves the writers trying to stave off late-night boredom; Roger throws a party, and Joan and Greg host one of
  4. S03E04Mad Men S03E04The ArrangementsSeptember 6, 2009 8.2Don crosses paths with his father-in-law (Ryan Cutrona); Peggy searches for a new roommate; and a new client with money to throw around is v
  5. S03E05Mad Men S03E05The FogSeptember 13, 2009 8.3Concern over Sally's behavior causes Don and Betty to act; opportunistic Pete tries to work a new angle into his business dealings; and an o
  6. S03E06Mad Men S03E06Guy Walks Into an Advertising AgencySeptember 20, 2009 9.0A surprise visitor shows up at Sterling Cooper; Sally gets spooked by something (or someone); and Joan is the recipient of some surprising n
  7. S03E07Mad Men S03E07Seven Twenty ThreeSeptember 27, 2009 8.2Betty becomes involved in local politics; a troubling incident leads Don to begin thinking about his future; and Peggy is on the receiving e
  8. S03E08Mad Men S03E08SouvenirOctober 4, 2009 7.8Don decides to include Betty on a company business trip; Pete lends a hand to a neighbor in his apartment building.
  9. S03E09Mad Men S03E09Wee Small HoursOctober 11, 2009 8.6Client satisfaction proves to be difficult for both Don and Sal; Betty decides to host a fund-raiser.
  10. S03E10Mad Men S03E10The Color BlueOctober 18, 2009 8.3Sterling Cooper celebrates a company milestone; Peggy competes with Paul for an account.
  11. S03E11Mad Men S03E11The Gypsy and the HoboOctober 25, 2009 8.8Sterling Cooper welcomes back a prodigal client; Betty and the children take a trip; Joan and Greg make plans for their future.
  12. S03E12Mad Men S03E12The Grown-UpsNovember 1, 2009 8.6A candidate makes an impression on Don; Peggy's taste in men proves questionable; and Pete faces a major decision about his career.
  13. S03E13Mad Men S03E13Season's bestShut the Door. Have a Seat.November 8, 2009 9.6In the third-season finale, Don has a pivotal meeting with Connie (Chelcie Ross); Betty is the beneficiary of some interesting advice; and P

Season 3 ranked & reviewed

Season04Episode ratings across the season — the gold bar is its best episode13Episodes2010Aired 8.8Season avg
  1. S04E01Mad Men S04E01Public RelationsJuly 25, 2010 8.8In the Season 4 opener, Don's reluctance to talk about himself jettisons a prestigious trade-paper interview that the company was hoping wou
  2. S04E02Mad Men S04E02Christmas Comes But Once a YearAugust 1, 2010 8.6The agency's Christmas party is nearly spoiled by the late arrival of a surprise and not-so-welcome visitor.
  3. S04E03Mad Men S04E03The Good NewsAugust 8, 2010 8.2Don plans a jaunt to Acapulco, while back at the office, Lane and Joan get into a serious disagreement.
  4. S04E04Mad Men S04E04The RejectedAugust 15, 2010 8.7When Pete receives an edict from Roger and Lane, he finds himself confronting personal dilemmas at work and on the home front. Meanwhile, Pe
  5. S04E05Mad Men S04E05The Chrysanthemum and the SwordAugust 22, 2010 9.0Don and Pete disregard Roger's expectations in an effort to land an important new client.
  6. S04E06Mad Men S04E06Waldorf StoriesAugust 29, 2010 8.5Peggy and her new creative partner don't see eye-to-eye; Don pitches a client under an unusual set of circumstances.
  7. S04E07Mad Men S04E07Season's bestThe SuitcaseSeptember 5, 2010 9.1A rapidly approaching deadline causes consternation and throws things into a tizzy at the agency.
  8. S04E08Mad Men S04E08The Summer ManSeptember 12, 2010 8.7Peggy and Joan are forced to deal with some insulting office behavior; Don and his date Bethany (Anna Camp) have an uncomfortable encounter
  9. S04E09Mad Men S04E09The Beautiful GirlsSeptember 19, 2010 9.0A romantic gesture in the form of a thoughtful gift could lead to professional problems for Peggy.
  10. S04E10Mad Men S04E10Hands and KneesSeptember 26, 2010 9.1Betty is a bit unsettled when a surprise visitor stops at the Francis home.
  11. S04E11Mad Men S04E11Chinese WallOctober 3, 2010 9.0An all-hands meeting is called at Sterling Cooper Draper Pryce, and the gossip starts to fly about an important client leaving the agency an
  12. S04E12Mad Men S04E12Blowing SmokeOctober 10, 2010 8.9While trying to navigate a crisis, Don encounters an old friend.
  13. S04E13Mad Men S04E13TomorrowlandOctober 17, 2010 9.0In the Season 4 finale, a surprising opportunity rears its head for both Don and Peggy, leaving them with life-altering decisions to make.

Season 4 ranked & reviewed

Season05Best seasonEpisode ratings across the season — the gold bar is its best episode13Episodes2012Aired 9.0Season avg
  1. S05E01Mad Men S05E01A Little Kiss (1)March 25, 2012 8.7Don is greeted with a surprise; Roger and Pete clash; and Joan has a run-in with a houseguest.
  2. S05E02Mad Men S05E02A Little Kiss (2)March 25, 2012 8.9Don is greeted with a surprise; Roger and Pete clash; and Joan has a run-in with a houseguest.
  3. S05E03Mad Men S05E03Tea LeavesApril 1, 2012 8.6Peggy receives new responsibilities as the firm makes a concentrated push to increase business. Later, Don and Harry go the extra mile for a
  4. S05E04Mad Men S05E04Mystery DateApril 8, 2012 8.8Don has an encounter with someone from the past; Joan comes to a momentous decision. Meanwhile, Roger increases Peggy's workload.
  5. S05E05Mad Men S05E05Signal 30April 15, 2012 9.0Lane makes an interesting friend; Pete plays host to an assortment of guests.
  6. S05E06Mad Men S05E06Far Away PlacesApril 22, 2012 9.2Peggy has a tough time during a particularly formidable pitch; Don calls on a potential client.
  7. S05E07Mad Men S05E07At the Codfish BallApril 29, 2012 9.2Don, Roger and Pete team up to rustle up some new clients; Sally lends a hand to a relative.
  8. S05E08Mad Men S05E08Lady LazarusMay 6, 2012 8.8Peggy reluctantly harbors a secret; Pete steps up for a friend; Don gets a surprise.
  9. S05E09Mad Men S05E09Dark ShadowsMay 13, 2012 8.8Don's competitive nature comes to the fore; Roger pursues some new clients; Sally is met with a challenge.
  10. S05E10Mad Men S05E10Christmas WaltzMay 20, 2012 8.8Christmas proves rewarding to many at the agency; Harry does a good turn for a friend.
  11. S05E11Mad Men S05E11Season's bestThe Other WomanMay 27, 2012 9.6Don deals with a challenging pitch, while Peggy ponders taking a trip.
  12. S05E12Mad Men S05E12Commissions and FeesJune 3, 2012 9.4Don receives an intriguing lead and follows up on it.
  13. S05E13Mad Men S05E13The PhantomJune 10, 2012 8.7Season 5 concludes with opportunities abounding for everyone at the agency, while Pete encounters an interesting stranger on a train.

Season 5 ranked & reviewed

Season06Episode ratings across the season — the gold bar is its best episode13Episodes2013Aired 8.2Season avg
  1. S06E01Mad Men S06E01The Doorway (1)April 7, 2013 7.6Don launches a new campaign in the sixth-series opener.
  2. S06E02Mad Men S06E02The Doorway (2)April 7, 2013 7.9Roger receives some unnerving news; and Betty welcomes a houseguest.
  3. S06E03Mad Men S06E03The CollaboratorsApril 14, 2013 7.6Don has a difference of opinion with a client, while Peggy has problems motivating the staff.
  4. S06E04Mad Men S06E04To Have and to HoldApril 21, 2013 8.1The partners try to keep a secret campaign under wraps, while Joan gets a visit from an old friend.
  5. S06E05Mad Men S06E05The FloodApril 28, 2013 8.1Peggy plans for the future, while Roger courts a potential client.
  6. S06E06Mad Men S06E06For Immediate ReleaseMay 5, 2013 8.3Roger changes tack to make new business; Pete has an awkward run-in with a client.
  7. S06E07Mad Men S06E07Man with a PlanMay 12, 2013 7.9Sterling Cooper Draper Pryce tries to placate competing clients; Pete is blindsided by an unexpected guest.
  8. S06E08Mad Men S06E08The CrashMay 19, 2013 8.3Don is disrupted by a surprise visitor; Peggy looks for inspiration.
  9. S06E09Mad Men S06E09Season's bestThe Better HalfMay 26, 2013 8.8Roger is plagued by a recurring dream; Joan goes to the beach.
  10. S06E10Mad Men S06E10A Tale of Two CitiesJune 2, 2013 8.2The agency works to keep a client; Joan is caught off guard.
  11. S06E11Mad Men S06E11FavorsJune 9, 2013 8.7etty plans for Sally's future, while Peggy encounters trouble at home.
  12. S06E12Mad Men S06E12The Quality of MercyJune 16, 2013 8.7The partners disagree on a new campaign; Don takes a day off.
  13. S06E13Mad Men S06E13In Care OfJune 23, 2013 8.5In the series 6 finale, Don has a problem.

Season 6 ranked & reviewed

Season07Episode ratings across the season — the gold bar is its best episode14Episodes2014–15Aired 8.2Season avg
  1. S07E01Mad Men S07E01Time ZonesApril 13, 2014 8.1The Season 7 opener finds Don making a new friend, and Joan meeting a client for drinks. Elsewhere, Peggy hears some impressive new work, an
  2. S07E02Mad Men S07E02A Day's WorkApril 20, 2014 8.5Peggy receives flowers at the office; Pete navigates the politics of new business; Joan is put in an awkward situation.
  3. S07E03Mad Men S07E03Field TripApril 27, 2014 8.3Don takes an impromptu trip; Betty has lunch with a friend; Harry lobbies for a cause; the partners consider a questionable asset.
  4. S07E04Mad Men S07E04The MonolithMay 4, 2014 8.2Sterling Cooper & Partners prepares for a guest; Don calls an old friend; Roger confronts problems at home; Pete underestimates Peggy.
  5. S07E05Mad Men S07E05The RunawaysMay 11, 2014 8.2Don gets a visitor from his past; Stan embarrasses a superior; Peggy helps Ginsberg with a problem; Harry discovers a new ally at the agency
  6. S07E06Mad Men S07E06Season's bestThe StrategyMay 18, 2014 8.8Peggy does research for a pitch; Pete is invited to join an exclusive club; Joan seeks time spent with a friend.
  7. S07E07Mad Men S07E07WaterlooMay 25, 2014 8.5Don receives a troubling letter; Pete butts heads with Cutler; Roger gets an unexpected phone call; and a risky venture entails a new future
  8. S07E08Mad Men S07E08SeveranceApril 5, 2015 7.9Don tries to track down a friend; Joan struggles to solve a problem with an account; Peggy is set up by an unlikely person.
  9. S07E09Mad Men S07E09New BusinessApril 12, 2015 7.9Roger gives Don some unwanted advice; Peggy and Stan disagree over an account's personnel; Harry asks for Don's blessing.
  10. S07E10Mad Men S07E10The ForecastApril 19, 2015 8.3Roger pawns off a project onto Don; Joan goes on a business trip; Peggy and Pete clash over how to deal with an account emergency.
  11. S07E11Mad Men S07E11Time & LifeApril 26, 2015 8.3Don comes up with a big idea; Roger asks Joan for help with a clerical error; Peggy has a hard time with casting for a commercial.
  12. S07E12Mad Men S07E12Lost HorizonMay 3, 2015 8.0Don receives a reward for his work; Joan butts heads with a coworker on an account; Roger dodges a big decision.
  13. S07E13Mad Men S07E13The Milk and Honey RouteMay 10, 2015 8.1Don has trouble sleeping; Pete is blindsided by a friend; Henry arranges a family reunion.
  14. S07E14Mad Men S07E14Person to PersonMay 17, 2015 8.2The stories of Don Draper, his family and his coworkers come to an end in the series finale.

Season 7 ranked & reviewed

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