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And if the waterworks haven’t already started, Joel showing up at the baptism will do the trick.

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Season 1, episode 1 The Bravermans are confused and likable and flawed—and the pilot does a good job of letting viewers know that from the

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Affection doesn’t come naturally to Hank, so seeing him go full-on caretaker is surprising and sweet.

What’s less sweet is the death of Kristina’s cancer-stricken friend, Gwen (Rose Abdoo).

And the moment when his mother finally tells him she loves him is nothing if not sob-worthy.

Season 3, episode 18 The season 3 finale begins with Adam and Crosby physically fighting it out in front of their entire family and ends

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“How Did We Get Here?”

But that’s not all this hour has to offer.

To top things off, the final two scenes uplift Victor gets a hit at his baseball game!

Season 5, episode 17 There’s nothing quite like the combination of marijuana and marital issues to create an unforgettable hour of drama. Bringing in the

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Season 4, episode 8 During Max’s first sleepover, the effects of Kristina’s chemo finally start to set in. As a result, Monica Potter shines in

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Season 5, episode 21 Ray Romano joined the cast as Hank, Max’s mentor and Sarah’s sometimes boyfriend, in season four, and proves himself an awkward,

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Season 5, episode 18 ‘‘I think I am a freak, '’ Max tells his parents after a classmate pees in his canteen. This episode has

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Season 3, episode 12 In a very rare scenario, the entire Braverman clan spends the hour together on a road trip to visit Zeek’s mother

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3. ‘‘How Did We Get Here?''

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Season 2, episode 22 The aftermath of Amber’s car accident begins on a powerful note—the family gathering at the hospital—and eventually climaxes in what might

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Season 4, episode 5 In an hour that represents the very best that Parenthood has to offer, Julia’s struggle with balancing work and motherhood results

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