Mad Men poster

Set in 1960-1970 New York, this sexy, stylized and provocative drama follows the lives of the ruthlessly competitive men and women of Madison Avenue advertising.

7 Seasons
92 Episodes
Ended
Drama
Cast & Characters
Shut the Door. Have a Seat
9.7/10 (5528 votes)

#1 Shut the Door. Have a Seat

S3:E13

Don has a big meeting with Connie about their future relationship. Betty is the beneficiary of some interesting advice and Pete has a serious sit-down with some clients.

The Suitcase
9.7/10 (6924 votes)

#2 The Suitcase

S4:E7

A deadline disrupts Sterling Cooper Draper Pryce.

Waterloo
9.5/10 (3972 votes)

#3 Waterloo

S7:E7

Don receives a troubling letter. A risky venture entails a new future for Peggy. Roger gets an unexpected phone call. Pete butts heads with Cutler.

The Other Woman
9.4/10 (3874 votes)

#4 The Other Woman

S5:E11

Pete asks Joan to make a personal and moral sacrifice to ensure the company lands the Jaguar account. Don becomes furious after learning of the impact Megan's new profession will have on their life. Feeling unappreciated, Peggy attends lunch with Freddy Rumsen, who encourages her to make a move.

Commissions and Fees
9.4/10 (3712 votes)

#5 Commissions and Fees

S5:E12

Lane's shameful secret comes to the surface with dire consequences. Don recaptures his hunger for success, and Sally experiences a major milestone.

Person to Person
9.3/10 (5049 votes)

#6 Person to Person

S7:E14

The stories of Don Draper, his family and his co-workers at Sterling Cooper & Partners conclude.

The Gypsy and the Hobo
9.2/10 (3533 votes)

#7 The Gypsy and the Hobo

S3:E11

A former client makes a return; Betty and her kids go on a trip; and Joan and Greg make plans for their future.

Guy Walks Into an Advertising Agency
9.1/10 (3577 votes)

#8 Guy Walks Into an Advertising Agency

S3:E6

Sterling Cooper receives a surprise visitor; Sally has been spooked by something (or someone); and Joan receives some shocking news.

Far Away Places
9.1/10 (3640 votes)

#9 Far Away Places

S5:E6

Peggy has a tough time during a particularly formidable pitch. Don calls on a potential client. Roger and Jane have an experience with LSD.

In Care Of
9.1/10 (2989 votes)

#10 In Care Of

S6:E13

With his personal and professional life crumbling around him, Don positions himself for a change of scenery. Meanwhile, Pete's life is falling apart as well, thanks to the meddling of Bob Benson.

The Milk and Honey Route
9.1/10 (3027 votes)

#11 The Milk and Honey Route

S7:E13

Don has trouble sleeping. Pete is blindsided by a difficult friend. Facing a new challenge, Henry arranges a family reunion.

Nixon vs. Kennedy
9.0/10 (4011 votes)

#12 Nixon vs. Kennedy

S1:E12

On election night, the Sterling Cooper staff pulls a rowdy all-nighter while watching the returns. Pete's ambitions cause him to directly challenge Don. Don remembers his past as a soldier in the Korean War.

The Wheel
9.0/10 (4223 votes)

#13 The Wheel

S1:E13

As Thanksgiving approaches, Don's work responsibilities interfere with his domestic life. Peggy is given a new opportunity, provoking the ire of some of her colleagues. Betty makes a startling discovery.

Tomorrowland
9.0/10 (3045 votes)

#14 Tomorrowland

S4:E13

Don and Peggy are faced with life-altering decisions.

Signal 30
9.0/10 (3340 votes)

#15 Signal 30

S5:E5

Lane attempts to land an account with Jaguar Cars, leading to a altercation with Pete. Pete and Trudy host a dinner party in the suburbs.

Lost Horizon
9.0/10 (2783 votes)

#16 Lost Horizon

S7:E12

Don receives a reward for his work. Joan butts heads with her co-worker on an account. Faced with a big decision, Roger dodges.

Meditations in an Emergency
8.9/10 (3200 votes)

#17 Meditations in an Emergency

S2:E13

The office scrambles without Don; Betty learns some disconcerting news.

The Grown-Ups
8.9/10 (3025 votes)

#18 The Grown-Ups

S3:E12

Peggy's taste in men proves questionable. Pete has to make a big decision about his career and a candidate makes a big impression on Don.

The Strategy
8.9/10 (2784 votes)

#19 The Strategy

S7:E6

Peggy determinedly collects research for a pitch. Pete is invited to join an exclusive club. Joan looks forward to spending time with her friend.

Time & Life
8.9/10 (2573 votes)

#20 Time & Life

S7:E11

Don comes up with a big idea, Roger asks Joan to help him fix a clerical error and Peggy has difficulties casting for a commercial.

The Beautiful Girls
8.8/10 (2842 votes)

#21 The Beautiful Girls

S4:E9

Peggy is forced to face some unpleasant facts about a client's discriminatory business practices. Don and Faye's burgeoning relationship is tested when Sally runs away from home and turns up at the office. Roger tries to rekindle his affair with Joan.

Blowing Smoke
8.8/10 (2638 votes)

#22 Blowing Smoke

S4:E12

In the midst of a crisis, Don runs into an old friend.

For Immediate Release
8.8/10 (2850 votes)

#23 For Immediate Release

S6:E6

As the firm prepares to go public, Don and Pete's actions cause them to lose two huge clients. However, Roger uses a new connection to put them in position to gain their biggest client ever.

The Good News
8.7/10 (2864 votes)

#24 The Good News

S4:E3

Don takes a trip. Joan has scheduling problems. Don and Lane get to know each other a little better.

Hands and Knees
8.7/10 (2588 votes)

#25 Hands and Knees

S4:E10

An unannounced visitor at the Francis home rattles Betty.

At the Codfish Ball
8.7/10 (2766 votes)

#26 At the Codfish Ball

S5:E7

Don is honored at a banquet for the American Cancer Society, but finds his professional reputation has been damaged. Sally lends a hand to a relative. Megan's parents come to visit from Canada.

The Crash
8.7/10 (3075 votes)

#27 The Crash

S6:E8

The creative department has a wild, drug-influenced weekend as they work on the Chevy account, Don has trouble letting go of Sylvia, and Sally walks in on an unwelcome intruder.

Favors
8.7/10 (2581 votes)

#28 Favors

S6:E11

Don is preoccupied with keeping Sylvia's son from being drafted, Peggy has a rat in her apartment, Don and Ted bury the hatchet, Pete has a problem with his mother's new nurse, and Sally makes an accidental discovery about her father.

The Chrysanthemum and the Sword
8.6/10 (2699 votes)

#29 The Chrysanthemum and the Sword

S4:E5

Don and Pete disregard Roger's plans in order to land a new client.

Waldorf Stories
8.6/10 (2725 votes)

#30 Waldorf Stories

S4:E6

Peggy clashes with her new creative partner; Don pitches under unusual circumstances.

The Summer Man
8.6/10 (2818 votes)

#31 The Summer Man

S4:E8

Joan and Peggy deal with high-jinx in the office.

Mystery Date
8.6/10 (2743 votes)

#32 Mystery Date

S5:E4

Don has an encounter with someone from the past. Meanwhile, Roger increases Peggy's workload, and Joan comes to a momentous decision.

The Phantom
8.6/10 (2770 votes)

#33 The Phantom

S5:E13

Roger seeks to expand his affair with Megan's mother. Pete has a "last" encounter with Beth with lasting repercussions. Megan struggles to find acting work and asks for Don's help getting an audition. Peggy still seeks Don's approval.

Field Trip
8.6/10 (2507 votes)

#34 Field Trip

S7:E3

Don takes an impromptu trip. Betty has lunch with a friend. Harry lobbies for a cause. The partners consider a questionable asset.

Six Month Leave
8.5/10 (2916 votes)

#35 Six Month Leave

S2:E9

Freddy Rumsen disappoints his team during a pitch. Pete finds an opportunity at the office to exploit while Don proves his loyalty to an old friend. Betty finds a welcome distraction in Sara Beth.

The Mountain King
8.5/10 (2928 votes)

#36 The Mountain King

S2:E12

Don meets up with an old friend; Pete's personal life presents problems; Joan brings her boyfriend to the office.

Public Relations
8.5/10 (2879 votes)

#37 Public Relations

S4:E1

Don deals with a trade-paper interview but doesn't want to talk about himself. A manufacturer of a "wholesome" two-piece bathing suit wants to hire the firm but doesn't want anything too risque. Pete and Peggy try to secure more money for the firm.

A Little Kiss (1)
8.5/10 (2933 votes)

#38 A Little Kiss (1)

S5:E1

For the Draper family, life has changed. The children must adapt to a new home, a new brother, and a new stepmother. Don seems to have everything a man could want. However, Megan, still employed at the agency, has difficulty interpreting Don's expectations for a sex kitten at home and a prim and proper employee at the office.

A Little Kiss (2)
8.5/10 (2638 votes)

#39 A Little Kiss (2)

S5:E2

Don and Megan work out some of their issues, Roger and Pete butt heads, and Joan has a run-in with a house guest.

The Quality of Mercy
8.5/10 (2331 votes)

#40 The Quality of Mercy

S6:E12

Don renews his battle with Ted after seeing his relationship with Peggy, Sally interviews at a boarding school, and Pete discovers Bob Benson's background.

Cast & Chracters

Don Draper

Don Draper

Actor: Jon Hamm
Peggy Olson

Peggy Olson

Actor: Elisabeth Moss
Pete Campbell

Pete Campbell

Actor: Vincent Kartheiser
Betty Draper

Betty Draper

Actor: January Jones
Joan Holloway

Joan Holloway

Actor: Christina Hendricks
Ken Cosgrove

Ken Cosgrove

Actor: Aaron Staton
Harry Crane

Harry Crane

Actor: Rich Sommer
Sally Draper

Sally Draper

Actor: Kiernan Shipka
Ted Chaough

Ted Chaough

Actor: Kevin Rahm
Henry Francis

Henry Francis

Actor: Christopher Stanley
Bobby Draper

Bobby Draper

Actor: Mason Cotton
Roger Sterling

Roger Sterling

Actor: John Slattery
Megan Draper

Megan Draper

Actor: Jessica Paré
Stan Rizzo

Stan Rizzo

Actor: Jay R. Ferguson

The highest rated episode of Mad Men is "Shut the Door. Have a Seat" (S3E13) with a rating of 9.70.

This episode received 5,528 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Ladies Room" (S1E2) with a rating of 7.50.

This episode received 4,381 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Nixon vs. Kennedy" (S1E12) with a rating of 9.00.

This episode received 4,011 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Ladies Room" (S1E2) with a rating of 7.50.

This episode received 4,381 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Meditations in an Emergency" (S2E13) with a rating of 8.90.

This episode received 3,200 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "For Those Who Think Young" (S2E1) with a rating of 7.60.

This episode received 3,072 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Shut the Door. Have a Seat" (S3E13) with a rating of 9.70.

This episode received 5,528 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Love Among the Ruins" (S3E2) with a rating of 7.80.

This episode received 2,617 votes.

The highest rated episode is "The Suitcase" (S4E7) with a rating of 9.70.

This episode received 6,924 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Christmas Comes But Once a Year" (S4E2) with a rating of 8.20.

This episode received 2,597 votes.

The highest rated episode is "The Other Woman" (S5E11) with a rating of 9.40.

This episode received 3,874 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Tea Leaves" (S5E3) with a rating of 7.80.

This episode received 2,515 votes.

The highest rated episode is "In Care Of" (S6E13) with a rating of 9.10.

This episode received 2,989 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "The Doorway (1)" (S6E1) with a rating of 7.50.

This episode received 2,626 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Waterloo" (S7E7) with a rating of 9.50.

This episode received 3,972 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "New Business" (S7E9) with a rating of 7.80.

This episode received 2,366 votes.

Name Department Job
Dan Bishop Art Production Design
Janie Bryant Costume & Make-Up Costume Design
Blake McCormick Production Producer
Carrie Audino Production Casting
Erin Levy Production Supervising Producer
Janet Leahy Production Executive Producer
Jon Hamm Production Producer
Laura Schiff Production Casting
Lisa Albert Production Consulting Producer
Marcy Patterson Production Co-Producer
Matthew Weiner Production Executive Producer
Nathaniel Smith Production Associate Producer
Scott Hornbacher Production Executive Producer
Semi Chellas Production Co-Executive Producer
Tom Smuts Production Producer
Jonathan Igla Writing Executive Story Editor

Similar Shows You Might Like