S1E7 Library Services
Books opened up the world to young Fran. Today, she can't throw a volume away — but she will trash the writer of a glowing blurb for a lousy tome.
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🏆 Top Episodes
#2
S1E5
Department of Sports & Health
Knowing that some are annoyed that she's still alive, Fran understands that smoking is bad for you. "Wellness" and sports sound even worse to her.
#3
S1E2
Cultural Affairs
The mysteries of talent are scrutinized as Fran looks at the peril of writing, the joy of Motown and the time Charles Mingus chased her on the street.
- 4. S1E1 "Pretend It's a City"
- 5. S1E3 "Metropolitan Transit"
- 6. S1E6 "Hall of Records"
- 7. S1E4 "Board of Estimate"
📉 Bottom Episodes
#7
S1E4
Board of Estimate
It's a living: Fran hates money but loves things, so she must work — though she prefers to read. Winning the lottery may be her only other option.
- 6. S1E6 "Hall of Records"
- 5. S1E3 "Metropolitan Transit"
- 4. S1E1 "Pretend It's a City"
- 3. S1E2 "Cultural Affairs"
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Episode Engagement
Vote count shows how many people cared enough to rate. High votes + high rating = beloved classic. High votes + low rating = notorious stinker. Low votes + high rating = hidden gem.
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4 Standouts
0 Infamous
3 Hidden Gems
0 Forgettable
Top Standout: S1E1 Pretend It's a City
Best Hidden Gem: S1E7 Library Services
Episodes plotted by rating vs. vote count. The vertical line marks the rating threshold (7.5). More votes = more engagement. Toggle above to compare against global or show-specific median.