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- DirectorBrad FalchukStarsJacob ArtistMelissa BenoistChris ColferThe New Directions remember Finn.Season 5 Episode 3
- DirectorBrad FalchukStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigSectionals is finally here for the Glee Club, but when Quinn's secret unravels, the club may not be able to recover in time to compete.Season 1 Episode 13
- DirectorEric StoltzStarsDianna AgronChris ColferDarren CrissWhen Mercedes comes down with a bad case of food poisoning, Will drafts Tina and Quinn to sub for her.Season 3 Episode 21
- DirectorParis BarclayStarsChris ColferDarren CrissDot-Marie JonesFlashbacks to the original New Directions members joining the club.Season 6 Episode 12
- DirectorParis BarclayStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigWhen Artie may not be able to travel to Regionals with the group, Will challenges the kids to experience life from a different point of view.Season 1 Episode 9
- DirectorBrad FalchukStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigWhen Regionals finally arrive, Sue pulls a fast one on the Glee Club, and their chances at the title could be compromised.Season 1 Episode 22
- DirectorBradley BueckerStarsChris ColferDarren CrissJane LynchAs the members of New Directions prepare for Regionals, an unthinkable event occurs and puts matters into perspective.Season 4 Episode 18
- DirectorBrad FalchukStarsDianna AgronChris ColferDarren CrissGraduation is finally here, and McKinley High's class of 2012 looks to the past and present while contemplating the future.Season 3 Episode 22
- DirectorRyan MurphyStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigHigh school teacher Will Schuester tries to reinvent McKinley High School's Glee Club.Season 1 Episode 1
SERIES PREMIERE - DirectorParis BarclayStarsJacob ArtistMelissa BenoistChris ColferThe glee club members are saying goodbye to each other when two old guests come and attempt to the save club.Season 5 Episode 12
100th Episode - DirectorRyan MurphyStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigA substitute teacher takes over for a sick Will and wows the group with her unconventional teaching methods.Season 2 Episode 7
- DirectorCarol BankerStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigSue plans a wedding where her mom wants to sing; Kurt plans the wedding of his dad and Finn's mom. Will Finn face down Kurt's tormentor?Season 2 Episode 8
- DirectorBrad FalchukStarsJacob ArtistMelissa BenoistChris ColferThe Glee club is finally coming to an end and the members of New Directions say their farewells to Mr. Schuster. Rachel and Santana get to the core of their quarrels and sing it out in traditional Glee style.Season 5 Episode 13
- DirectorBradley BueckerStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigNew Directions wants to get an edge at the Regionals and decides to use original songs. Blaine wants to try a new strategy during Regionals.Season 2 Episode 16
- DirectorEric StoltzStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigThe prom arrives. The glee club performs as a substitute band, Kurt wants to have a good time with Blaine, while Quinn and Santana vie for the crown.Season 2 Episode 20
- DirectorBrad FalchukStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigA huge halftime performance is planned during the championship football game at McKinley High. Sue's Cheerios have trouble at the Regionals.Season 2 Episode 11
- DirectorBradley BueckerStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigCoach Sylvester tries to sabatoge the New Directions' trip to New York. The Glee Club performs songs at a funeral. Finn has bad news for Quinn.Season 2 Episode 21
- DirectorBradley BueckerStarsDianna AgronChris ColferDarren CrissThings heat up as New Directions goes head-to-head with the Dalton Academy Warblers at Regionals.Season 3 Episode 14
- DirectorAlfonso Gomez-RejonStarsChris ColferDarren CrissJane LynchIn New York City, Rachel and Kurt are caught off guard by unexpected visitors. Meanwhile, Santana and Brittany adjust to their long-distance relationship.Season 4 Episode 4
- DirectorBradley BueckerStarsChris ColferDarren CrissDot-Marie JonesThe New Directions are busy working and planning, while, with a wedding upcoming, Sue has a change of heart and encourages everyone to follow their own.Season 6 Episode 8
- DirectorRyan MurphyStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigWill encourages the Glee Club to express themselves using the music of Lady Gaga. Meanwhile, Tina embraces her inner Goth.Season 1 Episode 20
- DirectorAlfonso Gomez-RejonStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigFinn tries to get everyone at McKinley High into the holiday spirit. Sue paints herself up as the Grinch to steal back presents.Season 2 Episode 10
- DirectorBrad FalchukStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigWill splits up the Glee Club into pairs to sing ballads, but when Matt gets sick, Will is forced to step in and winds up in a sticky situation.Season 1 Episode 10
- DirectorElodie KeeneStarsJacob ArtistMelissa BenoistChris ColferThe new direction are headed to Nationals, but not quite as they plan.Season 5 Episode 11
- DirectorRyan MurphyStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigHolly Holliday returns to McKinley High to teach sex education to the students. Puck and Lauren join the celibacy club.Season 2 Episode 15
- DirectorTate DonovanStarsDianna AgronChris ColferDarren CrissAs the race for McKinley High president comes to an end, someone is caught trying to fix the results.Season 3 Episode 7
- DirectorJoss WhedonStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigWill's former high school nemesis, Bryan Ryan, causes trouble for Glee Club. Rachel struggles with a life-long personal issue.Season 1 Episode 19
- DirectorMichael UppendahlStarsDianna AgronChris ColferDarren CrissRachel and Kurt finally get their chance to audition for the NYADA.Season 3 Episode 18
- DirectorBradley BueckerStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigWill hosts the second annual Boys vs. Girls competition, while Puck finally gets out of juvenile detention.Season 2 Episode 6
- DirectorAlfonso Gomez-RejonStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigFinn accidentally breaks Rachel's nose during dance rehearsals. The campaign to become prom queen heats up between the girls.Season 2 Episode 18
- DirectorParis BarclayStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigNew Directions face fierce competition against the Hipsters and Warblers. Finn and Rachel and Emma and Carl experience relationship trouble.Season 2 Episode 9
- DirectorAlfonso Gomez-RejonStarsDianna AgronChris ColferDarren CrissThe rivalry between New Directions and the Warblers intensifies en route to Regionals. Kurt and Rachel receive news about NYADA.Season 3 Episode 11
- DirectorBrad FalchukStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigThe Glee Club gets ready to perform at the Nationals in New York. Finn and Rachel have an emotional moment on stage during the competition.Season 2 Episode 22
- DirectorBrad FalchukStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigKurt tries out for the football team in order to impress his dad. Sandy and Sue join forces to carry out their plans for destroying Glee Club.Season 1 Episode 4
- DirectorBrad FalchukStarsChris ColferDarren CrissJane LynchAs New Directions regroups after Sectionals, Finn ponders his future with the club. Meanwhile, Kurt gets a shot at redemption with a second audition.Season 4 Episode 9
- DirectorEric StoltzStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigWill's duet challenge, with a free meal for the winners, causes some relationship issues between the members of the club.Season 2 Episode 4
- DirectorEric StoltzStarsDianna AgronChris ColferDarren CrissBrittany goes into high gear as class president to spearhead the prom. Then, after nominations are announced, the kids kick into campaign mode.Season 3 Episode 19
- DirectorBradley BueckerStarsChris ColferDarren CrissDot-Marie JonesThe glee club members realize their dreams.Season 6 Episode 13
SERIES FINALE - DirectorEric StoltzStarsDianna AgronChris ColferDarren CrissWhen Will tries to plan a special suprise for Emma, he enlists the Glee Club to help him sweep her off her feet.Season 3 Episode 10
- DirectorJoaquin SedilloStarsChris ColferDarren CrissDot-Marie JonesNew Directions and the Warblers face off; Rachel must choose between NYADA and Broadway.Season 6 Episode 11
- DirectorEric StoltzStarsJacob ArtistMelissa BenoistChris ColferNervous for opening night, Rachel is willing to do anything to succeed. When she finds out that Jacob Ben Isreal is writing a review of the show for the New Yorker, her director pressures her to do whatever it takes for a good review.Season 5 Episode 17
- DirectorTate DonovanStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigAs Valentine's Day approaches, it's all about romance, connections, hope, stolen kisses, heartbreak, and spite.Season 2 Episode 12
- DirectorBradley BueckerStarsDianna AgronChris ColferDarren CrissThe kids prepare to perform the school musical "West Side Story", while Finn meets with a recruiter.Season 3 Episode 5
- DirectorIan BrennanStarsDianna AgronChris ColferDarren CrissWhen Tina bumps her head, the world of New Directions is turned upside down in her eyes.Season 3 Episode 20
- DirectorEric StoltzStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigWill has the Glee Club perform a song about underage drinking, but the message might lose impact when they come to school with hangovers.Season 2 Episode 14
- DirectorEric StoltzStarsDianna AgronChris ColferDarren CrissSue starts a smear campaign to take down her biggest competitor for the congressional seat.Season 3 Episode 6
50th Episode - DirectorBradley BueckerStarsDianna AgronChris ColferDarren CrissIn an attempt to recruit a few more members, Finn tracks down former teammate Sam Evans and convinces him to come back to the Glee Club.Season 3 Episode 8
- DirectorElodie KeeneStarsChris ColferDarren CrissJane LynchNew Directions gets ready for Regionals, where "Dreams" will be the theme. Rachel auditions for a Broadway revival of "Funny Girl."Season 4 Episode 19
- DirectorRyan MurphyStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigConcerned that the Glee Club girls are being bullied by the guys, Mr. Schuester challenges the kids to choose Madonna songs as their next assignment.Season 1 Episode 15
- DirectorBrad FalchukStarsDianna AgronChris ColferDarren CrissIn honor of Valentine's Day, Will challenges the Glee Club to find and perform the world's greatest love songs.Season 3 Episode 13
- DirectorParis BarclayStarsDianna AgronChris ColferDarren CrissThe Glee Club covers Whitney Houston's greatest hits, while Will and Emma become one step closer to their dream wedding.Season 3 Episode 17
- DirectorBrad FalchukStarsChris ColferDarren CrissJane LynchThe members of New Directions compete to become the next star of the Glee Club, and a fresh crop of students is introduced.Season 4 Episode 1
- DirectorBradley BueckerStarsChris ColferDarren CrissDot-Marie JonesQuinn, Puck, Brittany, Santana, Artie, Mercedes, and Tina are back in Lima to help the Glee Club.Season 6 Episode 2
- DirectorElodie KeeneStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigWill challenges the kids to a healthy dose of competition with boys against girls in a mash-up showdown. Meanwhile, Terri takes a job as the school nurse, despite having no medical experience, to keep an eye on Will.Season 1 Episode 6
- DirectorBrad FalchukStarsChris ColferDarren CrissJane LynchWill and Emma tie the knot on Valentine's Day, with current and former members of New Directions reuniting in Lima to celebrate.Season 4 Episode 14
- DirectorBradley BueckerStarsJacob ArtistMelissa BenoistChris ColferSam and Mercedes cross difficult hurdles in the road to love. Rachel's "mid-winter critique" performance leads her to a crossroads where she has to choose between NYADA and her role as Fanny. Kurt is attacked by a group of homophobes.Season 5 Episode 15
- DirectorTim HunterStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigBrittany's new internet talk show spreads like wildfire around the school. April returns to McKinley High after an unsuccessful attempt on Broadway.Season 2 Episode 19
- DirectorElodie KeeneStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigGlee Club gets some bad news. Meanwhile, Mercedes helps Quinn connect with her funky side, and Will gets revenge on Sue.Season 1 Episode 21
- DirectorElodie KeeneStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigInspired the by the students, Will composes a mash-up for a very special occasion. Meanwhile, in a shocking reversal of roles, McKinley High's cool kids are dethroned in an "icy" fashion, and Sue shows off her softer side.Season 1 Episode 8
- DirectorBradley BueckerStarsChris ColferDarren CrissDot-Marie JonesAfter a failed attempt to make it as an actress, Rachel comes to Lima, only to find out that the arts are completely vanished from McKinley. Now she finds herself in the position of taking over the Glee club, because Mr. Schue is leading Vocal Adrenaline now and Blaine is leading The Warblers.Season 6 Episode 1
- DirectorBradley BueckerStarsJacob ArtistMelissa BenoistChris ColferKeep your friends close and your frenemies closer.Season 5 Episode 9
- DirectorElodie KeeneStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigWhen Glee Club is left out of the yearbook due to budget cuts, everyone's relieved that they won't have to suffer the ridicule of years past.Season 1 Episode 12
- DirectorBrad FalchukStarsJacob ArtistMelissa BenoistChris ColferThe New Directions pay homage to the Piano Man: Billy Joel. As graduation looms closer, the seniors make plans for their futures beyond the halls of McKinley.Season 5 Episode 6
- DirectorRyan MurphyStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigSue tries to cause dissension among the Glee Club members, but the real showdown begins when she and Will get called into the principal's office.Season 1 Episode 7
- DirectorSanaa HamriStarsJacob ArtistMelissa BenoistChris ColferMercedes, Sam, Artie, and Blaine are in New York.Season 5 Episode 14
- DirectorBradley BueckerStarsJacob ArtistMelissa BenoistChris ColferBeatlemania hits Lima!Season 5 Episode 1
- DirectorBrad FalchukStarsDianna AgronChris ColferDarren CrissShelby Corcoran returns to McKinley High. Meanwhile, Will initiates a boot camp for some of the members of Glee Club.Season 3 Episode 2
- DirectorBrad FalchukStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigNew faces challenge some Glee Club veterans during auditions, while new and old relationships leave some feeling happy, and others sad.Season 2 Episode 1
- DirectorBill D'EliaStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigConcerned that Sue is up to no good, Will pays a visit to an instructor of a competing glee club to see what information she might be leaking.Season 1 Episode 11
- DirectorPaul McCraneStarsChris ColferDarren CrissDot-Marie JonesSue becomes concerned when Becky brings a surprise guest to town. Rebuilding the glee club proves difficult for Rachel and Kurt.Season 6 Episode 3
- DirectorRyan MurphyStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigGlee Club performs in front of the school for the first time and surprises everyone in the audience. Meanwhile, Rachel realizes her feelings for Finn.Season 1 Episode 2
- DirectorParis BarclayStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigWhen Kurt sets his dad, Burt, up with an unexpected partner, his plan for a nuclear family may backfire.Season 1 Episode 16
- DirectorBrad FalchukStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigWith an extra spring in their step, Glee Club works on new numbers for Regionals, but their efforts are undermined by Rachel and Finn's romance.Season 1 Episode 14
- DirectorWendey StanzlerStarsChris ColferDarren CrissJane LynchThe Glee Club performs Stevie Wonder's greatest hits. Meanwhile, Artie receives news that could affect his future.Season 4 Episode 21
- DirectorAlfonso Gomez-RejonStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigWhen a sore throat affects Rachel's singing voice, she goes into panic mode. Meanwhile, Kurt tries to change his persona to impress his father.Season 1 Episode 18
- DirectorElodie KeeneStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigWill starts an investigation when a salacious list about members of the Glee Club circulates the halls of McKinley High.Season 1 Episode 17
- DirectorAlfonso Gomez-RejonStarsDianna AgronChris ColferDarren CrissEmma's parents come for a visit, and Mike struggles with his grades while his parents work to get him back on track.Season 3 Episode 3
- DirectorMichael UppendahlStarsChris ColferDarren CrissJane LynchRachel and Kurt pay a visit to Lima as the Glee Club launches its production of "Grease." Meanwhile, Santana returns to lend a helping hand.Season 4 Episode 6
- DirectorBarbara BrownStarsChris ColferDarren CrissDot-Marie JonesThe final of the competition between Warblers, Vocal Adrenaline and New Directions is here. Meanwhile, Kurt and Blaine are trapped in an elevator with a Sue-Saw-Marionette.Season 6 Episode 5
- DirectorWendey StanzlerStarsJacob ArtistMelissa BenoistChris ColferThe glee club learns the dance of the hour: twerking. Meanwhile, Marley discovers Jake's relationship with Bree, and Rachel tries to convince Kurt that they both should get tattoos.Season 5 Episode 5
- DirectorJohn ScottStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigWill thinks the glee club desperately needs more of an edge, so he brings in his former classmate, April Rhodes, to spice things up. Will's plan seems to be going smoothly until he realizes he may be losing a key member of the club.Season 1 Episode 5
- DirectorIan BrennanStarsChris ColferDarren CrissJane LynchAs everyone recovers from Will and Emma's wedding, the Glee Club members are tasked with performing their favorite movie songs.Season 4 Episode 15
- DirectorMatthew MorrisonStarsDianna AgronChris ColferDarren CrissWhen the Glee Club is asked to perform at two different events, on the same day, at the same time, they have a difficult decision to make.Season 3 Episode 9
- DirectorEric StoltzStarsDianna AgronChris ColferDarren CrissMuch to Blaine's chagrin, his big-shot Hollywood actor brother, Cooper, comes to visit.Season 3 Episode 15
- DirectorIan BrennanStarsJacob ArtistMelissa BenoistChris ColferThe Glee Club continues their celebration of the works of The Beatles. Also Tina's ego begins to become unmanageable with her nomination for prom queen. Meanwhile New love begins to blossom for Sam and Santana respectively.Season 5 Episode 2
- DirectorEric StoltzStarsChris ColferDarren CrissJane LynchThe members of New Directions perform songs that they're ordinarily too embarrassed to admit that they love.Season 4 Episode 17
- DirectorEric StoltzStarsChris ColferDarren CrissJane LynchThe campaign showdown begins when Brittany and Blaine go head-to-head for student council president. Meanwhile, Kurt lands his dream internship.Season 4 Episode 3
- DirectorDante Di LoretoStarsChris ColferDarren CrissDot-Marie JonesWill takes desperate measures to teach the bullies of Vocal Adrenaline about tolerance. Meanwhile, New Directions rallies to help Rachel transition into her new life when she finds out her childhood home has been sold.Season 6 Episode 7
- DirectorBradley BueckerStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigSue is depressed since her loss at Regionals. Brittany starts a new fashion trend at school to the dismay of Rachel who showed her what to wear.Season 2 Episode 13
- DirectorIan BrennanStarsJacob ArtistMelissa BenoistChris ColferSam, Blaine and Tina want to enjoy their last moments together in High School. Kurt has problems with the band because of Rachel and Santana's fight. Will and Emma try to get pregnant.Season 5 Episode 10
- DirectorIan BrennanStarsChris ColferDarren CrissJane LynchMarley, Jake, and Ryder find themselves in the midst of a love triangle. Meanwhile, Blaine has a run-in with the Warblers.Season 4 Episode 7
- DirectorAlfonso Gomez-RejonStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigFinn believes he sees the face of Jesus in a grilled cheese sandwich, and random events have the members of the Glee Club questioning religion and God.Season 2 Episode 3
- DirectorBradley BueckerStarsChris ColferDarren CrissJane LynchThe students give Will and Finn an assignment to work out the tension between them. Meanwhile, Santana is suspicious about Brody's side job.Season 4 Episode 16
- DirectorBradley BueckerStarsChris ColferDarren CrissJane LynchIt's time for Regionals, and the Glee Club is more determined than ever to advance to Nationals. Meanwhile, Brittany returns with a new attitude.Season 4 Episode 22
- DirectorBarbara BrownStarsChris ColferDarren CrissDot-Marie JonesBrittany and Santana have to do some convincing; Mercedes encourages Rachel to go for her Broadway dreams.Season 6 Episode 6
- DirectorIan BrennanStarsChris ColferDarren CrissJane LynchThe Glee Club puts together a calendar photo shoot for a fundraiser. Meanwhile, a part in a student art film poses a moral dilemma for Rachel.Season 4 Episode 12
- DirectorAlfonso Gomez-RejonStarsChris ColferDarren CrissJane LynchBrittany, in a funk, turns to the music of Britney Spears for inspiration. Rachel struggles to adjust to life in New York City.Season 4 Episode 2
- DirectorBradley BueckerStarsDianna AgronChris ColferDarren CrissNew Directions pays homage to the film "Saturday Night Fever" by grooving to the disco-infused dance numbers.Season 3 Episode 16
- DirectorCarol BankerStarsDianna AgronChris ColferJessalyn GilsigWill tries to come up with ways to raise money to send the kids to the Nationals. Sue forms "the Heckling Club" with eyes on the glee team.Season 2 Episode 17
- DirectorAdam ShankmanStarsChris ColferDarren CrissJane LynchAs 2012 draws to a close, Sam and Brittany live life to the fullest before the Mayan apocalypse. Meanwhile, Kurt has a Christmas he'll never forget.Season 4 Episode 10