When it comes to Grey's Anatomy, most fans will agree that the word 'boring' doesn't fix the show's description. How can it when the writers have kept them entertained for years? There has been dramatic love triangles, cheating scandals, and a lot of character deaths. That's not even mentioning how there has also been a bomb threat, hospital fires, and a surgery even taking place in an elevator.
However, that's not to say that all episodes are perfect - especially if newcomers go off the ratings that are found on IMDb. While some have high ratings, there have been many complaints about the realism over certain storylines. The lowest rated ones may be fillers, but even then, they still contain some redeeming qualities to them. Flaws and strengths can be found everywhere.
10 Worst: Season 1 - "Winning A Battle, Losing A War" - 8.3
Since the show had still been in the early stages, fans were still a little ambivalent about the show as they were trying to get to grips with all the characters, medical jargon, and specialties. However, the writers did manage to convince viewers to stick with it when they hinted at what else could be in store.
While it's no secret that Grey's contained some emotional and sensitive themes, the writers did ensure that fans knew it wouldn't always be the case. The show would also contain fast-paced action and comedy elements. This episode had a perfect balance between the two.
9 Worst: Season 2 - "Let It Be" - 8.1
Fans will probably agree that the season 2 episode "Let It Be" wasn't the most exciting episode. The reason why it was particularly hated was the fact that the episode focused way too much on Derek and Addison's marital woes as well as their two friends (who fans never saw again).
However, there were still some redeeming qualities to it, especially with the subplots. The fans saw Izzie and Alex's relationship develop. They saw the sweet but tragic love story of the patients Esme and Jed, and not to forget Cristina and Burke's chaotic first date. More attention should have been given to these.
8 Worst: Season 3 - "The Other Side Of This Life (Part 2)" - 7.0
Although both parts of "The Other Side Of This Life" were the lowest-rated episodes of season 3, fans shouldn't overlook it completely. While the episode didn't feature as much on everyone's favorite Grey-Sloan surgeons, it did give them a sneak preview into the spin-off, Private Practice.
With Addison taking center stage, the viewers got more insight into her past - particularly the relationships she made with her college best friends, Sam and Naomi. It was also the episode that saw the introduction of Pete, Violet, and Cooper. If it wasn't for this test, then fans wouldn't have got the other six seasons.
7 Worst: Season 4 - "Love/Addiction" - 7.9
It's completely understandable why fans didn't particularly like this episode as it saw Izzie and George decide to make their romance official and Derek's and Meredith's ongoing drama. However, there was still some interesting character development that occurred here.
The viewers saw a vulnerable side to Cristina, a future hint of Alex's future in pediatrics, and a glimpse of Lexie's personality. They may have been small things at the time but they proved important in the long run.
6 Worst: Season 5 - "These Ties That Bind" - 8.2
While most of the Grey's fandom would agree that the episodes that feature Sadie Harris weren't all that great, but there was still some redeeming qualities. Especially in "These Ties That Bind," where fans got to see Cristina become jealous over Sadie's friendship with Meredith and the beginnings of Mark and Lexie's romance.
Let's also not forget that this was the beginning of Izzie's huge character arc too. This episode foreshadowed big things for the fans.
5 Best: Season 1 - "Who's Zoomin' Who?" - 8.7
It's not surprising that "Who's Zoomin' Who" was noted by fans as the best episode of season 1 as it was the first time where the writers threw in a massive curveball. Derek was married and his wife had just turned up looking for him.
It was a twist that no one saw coming, especially since Derek and Meredith had been so infatuated with each other at this point. However, if it hadn't been for this moment, one has to wonder if it would be the most memorable. After all, while there were plenty of comedic elements, there was hardly any plot development. It felt more like a filler than anything.
4 Best: Season 2 - "(As We Know It)" - 9.5
After a tumultuous first part, it wasn't surprising that many fans wanted to see how it turned out. Especially as Meredith was now caught in the middle of a bomb threat, Bailey was refusing to give birth, and Derek was trying to save Tucker's life.
The action and storylines had everyone on the edge of their seats. However, there was a reason why the episode wasn't a perfect ten. The writers weakened the plot a little with the random Izzie and Alex hook-up that occurred right in the middle of the bomb threat. Not to forget how most of the staff refused to vacate the premise. It felt "too unrealistic."
3 Best: Season 3 - "Drowning On Dry Land" - 8.9
In "Drowning On Dry Land," the episode instantly picked up exactly where the last one had left off, with Meredith struggling to swim in the pier while the surgeons were trying to help the victims of the ferry boat accident.
Overall, there was a very somber and emotional tone to the episode as the viewers witnessed the pain and grief of the families looking for their loved ones. However, it did feel like the writers should have removed all the personal drama from the plot, especially the George/Callie/Izzie tensions, as it felt unnecessary and took away from the important issues.
2 Best: Season 4 - "Freedom (Part 2) - 8.8
The season 4 finale may have been one of the most intriguing episodes in terms of character development, there was certainly some limiting factors to it. Although the teen who got himself entrapped in concrete did make for some entertaining TV, the whole medical case was far-fetched.
Many fans from the medical community couldn't get past the inconsistencies and unrealistic procedures the patient was put through. Maybe it would have got a ten if the writers have researched a bit more into the case?
1 Best: Season 5 - "Now Or Never" - 9.6
There's a reason why "Now or Never" stood out to fans. As many fans know, it looked like fans were going to lose two fan-favorite characters as Izzie was seen to go into cardiac-arrest and George was revealed to be the mysterious John Doe. It was a cliffhanger that had fans talking for months.
However, the reason why this didn't get a higher rating on IMDb was because other than this, nothing really happened. Meredith and Derek's wedding was anti-climatic, Mark and Lexie continuously argued about their future and everyone was trying to stop George from joining the army. Compared to other finales, this was a little weak.
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January 21, 2021 at 04:30AM
