{"id":12297,"date":"2025-07-21T06:34:07","date_gmt":"2025-07-21T06:34:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/12297\/"},"modified":"2025-07-21T06:34:07","modified_gmt":"2025-07-21T06:34:07","slug":"6-hated-tv-episodes-that-are-actually-masterpieces-hear-me-out-on-number-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/12297\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Hated TV Episodes That Are Actually Masterpieces (Hear Me Out On Number 1)"},"content":{"rendered":"

There are several TV show episodes that are typically hated by a lot of people, but upon closer analysis, are actually masterpieces. Even the most important TV shows of all time<\/a> have a low point, and no title is safe from airing a bad episode now and then. Of course, this comes down to audiences\u2019 opinions and is determined by many factors.<\/p>\n

Low-rated episodes of amazing TV shows<\/a> are often later rediscovered, and it\u2019s not uncommon for audiences\u2019 thoughts on the story to change upon reflection. Regardless of why, a lot of TV episodes don’t deserve the hate they get.<\/p>\n

6 <\/p>\n

“Fly”<\/p>\n

Breaking Bad: Season 3, Episode 10<\/p>\n

\u201cFly\u201d is generally considered Breaking Bad\u2019s worst episode<\/a>, despite the fact that IMDb has it at a 7.9\/10 rating. \u201cFly\u201d is a bottle episode of Breaking Bad that follows Walt and Jesse trying to deal with a nuisance bug in their lab, but it\u2019s also so much more than that.<\/p>\n

While viewers may get bored with \u201cFly\u201d because of its slower pacing and primarily singular setting, this doesn\u2019t mean that it\u2019s bad. It may be the worst that Breaking Bad has to offer, but for such a titan TV show with an incredible narrative, that doesn’t mean much.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\tBreaking Bad’s Fly Explained: What The Divisive Episode Means
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Breaking Bad’s divisive season 3 episode, “Fly”, has deep meaning but exists thanks to budget issues. Here’s the Breaking Bad Fly episode explained.<\/p>\n

Upon closer analysis, \u201cFly\u201d actually has a lot going for it. Walt\u2019s obsession with contamination shows just how much the drug game has consumed him, and his rather profound speech about the \u201cperfect moment\u201d proves why Bryan Cranston is such a powerful dramatic performer.<\/p>\n

Bottle or filler episodes of TV shows<\/a> aren\u2019t for everyone, and it\u2019s a shame so many are hated because some viewers don\u2019t gel with the format. However, as episodes like these go, Breaking Bad\u2019s \u201cFly\u201d is definitely a prime example of how to do it right. <\/p>\n

\"Breaking<\/p>\n

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10\/10<\/p>\n

Release Date<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t2008 – 2013-00-00<\/p>\n

Showrunner<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tVince Gilligan<\/p>\n

Directors<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tVince Gilligan, Michelle Maclaren<\/p>\n

Writers<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPeter Gould, Gennifer Hutchison, Vince Gilligan, George Mastras, Moira Walley-Beckett, Sam Catlin, Thomas Schnauz<\/p>\n

5 <\/p>\n

“The Farm”<\/p>\n

The Office: Season 9, Episode 17<\/p>\n

While I don\u2019t think The Office\u2019s \u201cThe Farm\u201d<\/a> is great as a backdoor pilot for the failed Dwight spinoff, it\u2019s actually not as bad as many claim it is. \u201cThe Farm\u201d is a very different change of pace for The Office, but it\u2019s refreshing to actually spend time with Dwight at Schrute Farms, rather than just the odd scene here and there.<\/p>\n

The reasons why so many hate \u201cThe Farm\u201d make sense to a degree. It feels a little bit out of place for The Office, and there could be more time to flesh out the newly introduced characters. However, this doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s necessarily terrible as a TV show episode in general, and \u201cThe Farm\u201d still ticks a lot of boxes for The Office. <\/p>\n

10 Lowest-Rated Episodes Of The Office (According to IMDb – July 2025)<\/p>\n

Season & Episode Title<\/p>\n

IMDB Rating<\/p>\n

“Get the Girl”<\/p>\n

Season 8, Episode 19<\/p>\n

6.3\/10<\/p>\n

“Gettysburg”<\/p>\n

Season 8, Episode 8<\/p>\n

6.6\/10<\/p>\n

“The Banker”<\/p>\n

Season 6, Episode 14<\/p>\n

6.7\/10<\/p>\n

“Angry Andy”<\/p>\n

Season 8, Episode 21<\/p>\n

6.7\/10<\/p>\n

“Here Comes Treble”<\/p>\n

Season 9, Episode 5<\/p>\n

6.7\/10<\/p>\n

“Welcome Party”<\/p>\n

Season 8, Episode 20<\/p>\n

6.8\/10<\/p>\n

“Fundraiser”<\/p>\n

Season 8, Episode 22<\/p>\n

6.8\/10<\/p>\n

“Roy’s Wedding”<\/p>\n

Season 9, Episode 2<\/p>\n

6.9\/10<\/p>\n

“Couples Discount”<\/p>\n

Season 9, Episode 15<\/p>\n

6.9\/10<\/p>\n

“Lotto”<\/p>\n

Season 8, Episode 3<\/p>\n

7.1\/10<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Farm\u201d expands upon Dwight\u2019s origins even further, establishes an important story arc for him throughout the end of the last season, and is full of brilliant, comical moments from the iconic character. Plus, it\u2019s not as if the rest of The Office cast<\/a> aren\u2019t there, and the Todd Packer subplot is a rather classic storyline from the sitcom.<\/p>\n

Despite the hate it receives, “The Farm” is only the 19th lowest-rated episode of The Office on IMDb, with a rating of 7.3\/10.<\/p>\n

This episode receives a lot of hate, and even though \u201cThe Farm\u201d takes The Office into a different world for one story, it actually works. A lot of audiences struggle when a TV show diverts too far from its original structure, but \u201cThe Farm\u201d is still a greatly enjoyable watch, and more people should consider revisiting it.<\/p>\n

4 <\/p>\n

“Hot Water”<\/p>\n

American Dad!: Season 7, Episode 1<\/p>\n

\"Stan<\/p>\n

American Dad!\u2019s \u201cHot Water\u201d is plain stupid and fun, which is what an ideal episode of the animated show should be. Unfortunately, one reason audiences hate this episode is because of the guest appearance from CeeLo Green, but if you remove the music artist from the equation, the story itself is pretty stellar.<\/p>\n

Almost every line of the episode is comedy gold, and the show barely takes a moment before rolling out another ridiculous joke. The songs are catchy, Francine and Stan\u2019s actions are completely wild, and the narrative that focuses on an evil, murderous hot tub is hilariously camp.<\/p>\n

A common complaint about it is that singing episodes are typically quite annoying, but in the context of \u201cHot Water,\u201d it works. The ending also kills off Stan (but not permanently), and this can throw people off sometimes, too.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\tAmerican Dad! Abandoning Its Original Premise Saved The Show
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American Dad! was originally a soft political satire, but it owes its longevity to abandoning that premise and leaning into the weirdness.<\/p>\n

However, as a standalone story, \u201cHot Water\u201d is solid. The episode encapsulates the best qualities of American Dad!, shows the characters at some of their most unhinged, and is overall just a strange and unique story.<\/p>\n

\"American<\/p>\n

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8\/10<\/p>\n

Release Date<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFebruary 6, 2005<\/p>\n

Network<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFOX<\/p>\n

Showrunner<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSeth MacFarlane<\/p>\n

Writers<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSeth MacFarlane, Mike Barker, Matt Weitzman<\/p>\n

\"Cast<\/p>\n

\"Headshot<\/p>\n

3 <\/p>\n

“Fear Her”<\/p>\n

Doctor Who: Season 2, Episode 11<\/p>\n

Regardless of the controversy surrounding the Doctor Who season 2 episode<\/a>, \u201cFear Her,\u201d it\u2019s still a fantastic watch. While \u201cFear Her\u201d isn\u2019t as hated as certain other Doctor Who episodes, like \u201cLove & Monsters,\u201d it is strangely disliked by many.<\/p>\n

Rather than taking the big global event of the 2012 Olympics and centering the story directly within it, Doctor Who follows a young girl who can trap people inside of her drawings in \u201cFear Her.\u201d The backdrop of the 2012 Olympics is interesting, but Doctor Who does what it does best, and instead focuses on the lives of ordinary people.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\tEven The Star Of Doctor Who’s Worst Modern Episode Thinks It’s Terrible
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Doctor Who\u2019s worst episode of the modern era is hated among fans, and it has now been revealed that the star of \u201cLove & Monsters\u201d agrees.<\/p>\n

\u201cFear Her\u201d receives a lot of unfair hate because of Abisola Agbaje\u2019s portrayal of Chloe Webber, who is only a child in this episode, and provides quite a strong performance for a young girl with limited acting experience. The references to domestic abuse are a little jarring at times, but it’s also rather powerful, too.<\/p>\n

The story is genuinely scary at times, albeit probably a little too much for children, but it leaves audiences in deep thought after the credits roll.<\/p>\n

Rose brilliantly steps into the Doctor\u2019s shoes in \u201cFear Her,\u201d and her interactions with Kel from the council are some of the most comical moments in Doctor Who season 2. The story is genuinely scary at times, albeit probably a little too much for children, but it leaves audiences in deep thought after the credits roll.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\t\tDoctor Who
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Release Date<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t2005 – 2022-00-00<\/p>\n

Directors<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGraeme Harper, Euros Lyn, Douglas Mackinnon, Jamie Magnus Stone, Charles Palmer, Rachel Talalay, Joe Ahearne, James Strong, Jamie Childs, Saul Metzstein, Toby Haynes, Wayne Che Yip, Nick Hurran, Richard Clark, James Hawes, Daniel Nettheim, Colin Teague, Keith Boak, Azhur Saleem, Adam Smith, Andrew Gunn, Nida Manzoor, Lawrence Gough, Paul Murphy<\/p>\n

Writers<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSteven Moffat, Russell T. Davies<\/p>\n

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Jodie Whittaker<\/p>\n

\n The Doctor\n <\/p>\n

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2 <\/p>\n

“Frank’s Brother”<\/p>\n

It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia: Season 7, Episode 5<\/p>\n

\"Gino<\/p>\n

The It\u2019s Always Sunny in Philadelphia episode \u201cFrank\u2019s Brother\u201d is an interesting installment for the show, which sees Frank reunite with his brother, Gino. It\u2019s great to not only learn about Frank\u2019s younger years and the events that shaped him into the man we know and love, but also to see him genuinely in love with a woman.<\/p>\n

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Related<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\tFrank’s Cut It\u2019s Always Sunny & Abbott Elementary Story Would Have Given A Bizarre 14-Year-Old Episode A Sequel
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A cut plotline from It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia and Abbott Elementary’s crossover almost provided an expansion to a notable season 7 episode.<\/p>\n

\u201cFrank\u2019s Brother\u201d is undoubtedly silly, especially as, in the flashbacks, Frank and Gino are still portrayed by Danny DeVito and Jon Polito, respectively. It\u2019s hilarious to see DeVito wandering around and pretending to be 19, and it\u2019s even funnier when Reggie says Frank barely looks a day over 12.<\/p>\n

While the rest of the gang are simply listening to Frank and Gino\u2019s long story about how they both fell for Shadynasty, their snarky remarks and opinions are brilliant additions to the conversation. Even without the others taking central roles in \u201cFrank\u2019s Brother,\u201d Frank himself carries it beautifully, and it\u2019s secretly one of It\u2019s Always Sunny in Philadelphia\u2019s best episodes<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"It's<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\t\tIt’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia
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10\/10<\/p>\n

Release Date<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAugust 4, 2005<\/p>\n

Showrunner<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRob McElhenney<\/p>\n

Directors<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMatt Shakman, Fred Savage, Daniel Attias, Randall Einhorn, Richie Keen, Todd Biermann<\/p>\n

Writers<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRob McElhenney, Glenn Howerton, Charlie Day, David Hornsby<\/p>\n

\"Headshot<\/p>\n

Charlie Day<\/p>\n

\n Charlie Kelly\n <\/p>\n

\"Headshot<\/p>\n

Glenn Howerton<\/p>\n

\n Dennis Reynolds\n <\/p>\n

1 <\/p>\n

“Beard After Hours”<\/p>\n

Ted Lasso: Season 2, Episode 9<\/p>\n

\"Coach<\/p>\n

I\u2019m still unsure how anyone can hate Ted Lasso\u2019s \u201cBeard After Hours,\u201d<\/a> especially as Coach Beard is by far one of the best characters in the Apple TV+ show. \u201cBeard After Hours\u201d follows Beard on a drunken adventure after AFC Richmond\u2019s loss at the FA Cup semifinal, which takes him all across London.<\/p>\n

While many complain that the lack of other Ted Lasso characters<\/a> in this episode makes it bad, I disagree. Beard is an incredible character, and this episode allows us to see things better from his perspective. \u201cBeard After Hours\u201d also delves into Beard\u2019s psychological state, something we see a lot of from Ted, but not so much from his right-hand man.<\/p>\n

Plus, this episode is just straight-up hilarious. Beard is quite an enigma, so it\u2019s brilliant to witness first-hand just what he could get up to on an average night out, regardless of his emotional state.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m baffled that more people don\u2019t see the genius of \u201cBeard After Hours,\u201d as it\u2019s both deep and comedic throughout. While some will disagree, I really hope Ted Lasso season 4<\/a> might consider doing a sequel to this episode.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\t\tTed Lasso
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8\/10<\/p>\n

Release Date<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAugust 14, 2020<\/p>\n

Showrunner<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBill Lawrence<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"There are several TV show episodes that are typically hated by a lot of people, but upon closer…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":12298,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[29],"tags":[49,48,75,348],"class_list":["post-12297","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-tv","tag-ca","tag-canada","tag-entertainment","tag-tv"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12297","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12297"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12297\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/12298"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12297"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12297"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12297"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}