Mad Men Season 1 Episodes

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Season 1 Episode Guide

Episode 1 - Season 1, Episode 1: Smoke Gets In Your Eyes

Set in 1960 New York City in an unexpected new world - the high-powered and glamorous Golden Age of advertising - where everyone is selling something and nothing is ever what you expect it to be. The drama unfolds around Don Draper, the biggest ad man in the business. As he makes the plays in the boardroom and the bedroom, he struggles to stay a step ahead of the rapidly changing times and the young executives nipping at his heels.
Episode 1 - Smoke Gets In Your Eyes

Set in 1960 New York City in an unexpected new world – the high-powered and glamorous Golden Age of advertising – where everyone is selling something and nothing is ever what you expect it to be. The drama unfolds around Don Draper the biggest ad man in the business. As he makes the plays in the boardroom and the bedroom he struggles to stay a step ahead of the rapidly changing times and the young executives nipping at his heels.
Episode 2 - Season 1, Episode 2: Ladies Room

Don continues to conceal his increasingly complicated personal life, even in the face of Roger's (John Slattery) invitation to open up. Meanwhile, Peggy pines for the absent Pete - still on his honeymoon - while fending off the advances of several of the men of Sterling Cooper.
Episode 2 - Ladies Room

Don continues to conceal his increasingly complicated personal life even in the face of Roger's (John Slattery) invitation to open up. Meanwhile Peggy pines for the absent Pete – still on his honeymoon – while fending off the advances of several of the men of Sterling Cooper.
Episode 3 - Season 1, Episode 3: Marriage of Figaro

Pete returns from his honeymoon, excited about his new marriage, but conflicted about his past encounter with Peggy. After his business relationship with Rachel takes an unforeseen turn, Don attends a party which further illuminates his increasing dissatisfaction with his present life.
Episode 3 - Marriage of Figaro

Pete returns from his honeymoon excited about his new marriage but conflicted about his past encounter with Peggy. After his business relationship with Rachel takes an unforeseen turn; Don attends a party which further illuminates his increasing dissatisfaction with his present life.
Episode 4 - Season 1, Episode 4: New Amsterdam

Pete's professional and personal lives become more complicated as he struggles to assert power in both. While facing pressure from his wife regarding a new apartment, he further alienates Don and endangers his own position at Sterling Cooper.
Episode 4 - New Amsterdam

Pete's professional and personal lives become more complicated as he struggles to assert power in both. While facing pressure from his wife regarding a new apartment he further alienates Don and endangers his own position at Sterling Cooper.
Episode 5 - Season 1, Episode 5: 5G

After Don wins an award, his photo is featured in Advertising Age. Don must deal with the fallout, as the photo brings back a past he isn't ready to confront. Ken gets a short story published in The Atlantic Monthly, inciting jealousy among his colleagues and driving Pete to make an unorthodox request of his wife. Peggy overhears a startling conversation in the office and shares the secret with Joan.
Episode 5 - 5G

After Don wins an award his photo is featured in Advertising Age. Don must deal with the fallout as the photo brings back a past he isn't ready to confront. Ken gets a short story published in The Atlantic Monthly inciting jealousy among his colleagues and driving Pete to make an unorthodox request of his wife. Peggy overhears a startling conversation in the office and shares the secret with Joan.
Episode 6 - Babylon

A taboo office romance is revealed. At a brainstorming session Peggy proves to be more than a secretary opening up new opportunities for her at Sterling Cooper. Meanwhile Rachel faces her conflicted feelings for Don after he seeks out her advice on a new campaign.
Episode 6 - Season 1, Episode 6: Babylon

A taboo office romance is revealed. At a brainstorming session, Peggy proves to be more than a secretary, opening up new opportunities for her at Sterling Cooper. Meanwhile, Rachel faces her conflicted feelings for Don after he seeks out her advice on a new campaign.
Episode 7 - Season 1, Episode 7: Red In the Face

Roger joins Don for an evening of dinner and drinking, during which, Roger's behaviour leads to a rift in their friendship. Though Don accepts his apology, there are further consequences for Roger. Pete faces trouble at home as he continues to struggle with the demands of his new marriage.
Episode 7 - Red In the Face

Roger joins Don for an evening of dinner and drinking during which Roger's behaviour leads to a rift in their friendship. Though Don accepts his apology there are further consequences for Roger. Pete faces trouble at home as he continues to struggle with the demands of his new marriage.
Episode 8 - Season 1, Episode 8: The Hobo Code

Don is tormented as pieces of his secretive past begin to haunt him. Peggy's new success at work and resulting boost in confidence threaten her office relationship. Salvatore (Bryan Batt) gets a little too close with a client.
Episode 8 - The Hobo Code

Don is tormented as pieces of his secretive past begin to haunt him. Peggy's new success at work and resulting boost in confidence threaten her office relationship. Salvatore (Bryan Batt) gets a little too close with a client.
Episode 9 - Season 1, Episode 9: Shoot

A rival ad agency courts Don, involving Betty in their attempt to lure him from Sterling Cooper. As the presidential campaign heats up, the agency looks for new ways to counter the latest Kennedy ads. Tempers flare over Peggy.
Episode 9 - Shoot

A rival ad agency courts Don involving Betty in their attempt to lure him from Sterling Cooper. As the presidential campaign heats up the agency looks for new ways to counter the latest Kennedy ads. Tempers flare over Peggy.
Episode 10 - Long Weekend

Don loses an account. Roger stuck in the city for Labour Day weekend attempts to cheer him up. Meanwhile Joan has a night out on the town with her roommate.
Episode 10 - Season 1, Episode 10: Long Weekend

Don loses an account. Roger, stuck in the city for Labour Day weekend, attempts to cheer him up. Meanwhile, Joan has a night out on the town with her roommate.
Episode 11 - Season 1, Episode 11: Indian Summer

Peggy is given a difficult assignment. Roger's work problems provide new opportunities for Don, and Pete grows more frustrated. Betty finds a new outlet for her growing dissatisfaction.
Episode 11 - Indian Summer

Peggy is given a difficult assignment. Roger's work problems provide new opportunities for Don and Pete grows more frustrated. Betty finds a new outlet for her growing dissatisfaction.
Episode 12 - Season 1, Episode 12: Nixon vs. Kennedy

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.
Episode 12 - Nixon vs. Kennedy

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.
Episode 13 - Season 1, Episode 13: The Wheel

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.
Episode 13 - The Wheel

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.
Episode 17 - Season 2, Episode 1: For Those Who Think Young

It's Valentine's Day, and the Sterling Cooper advertising agency is hustling to stay on top of its game and buzzing over the newest office equipment.
Episode 18 - Season 2, Episode 2: Flight 1

Paul hosts a party at his apartment and introduces someone special to his colleagues. Peggy visits her family for dinner. Despite a conflict of interest, the Sterling Cooper agency pursues an airline account.
Episode 19 - Season 2, Episode 3: The Benefactor

Trouble arises on the set of a commercial. Harry tries to gather support around a controversial sponsorship. Betty joins Don when he attempts to appease his clients with a friendly dinner.
Episode 20 - Season 2, Episode 4: Three Sundays

Don and Betty enjoy a family weekend together. Sterling Cooper staffers work double time to prepare for a last minute pitch meeting.
Episode 21 - Season 2, Episode 5: The New Girl

Don, once again, finds himself having to deal with issues between TV comedian Jimmy and his wife Bobbie. Joan finally finds Don the perfect secretary.
Episode 22 - Season 2, Episode 6: Maidenform

Don and Duck take a stab at making peace. Peggy tries to insinuate herself into the execs' after-hours meetings. Duck deals with a family visit at the office.
Episode 23 - Season 2, Episode 7: The Gold Violin

Don debates buying a new car. Cooper has a new piece of art in his office that attracts the interest of the workers at Sterling Cooper. Don's new secretary finds her way.
Episode 24 - Season 2, Episode 8: A Night to Remember

Father Gill convinces Peggy to contribute on a pro-bono church project. To win the business of a foreign beer brand, Duck and Don try to create market appeal to a new demographic. Harry is overwhelmed with the workload in his department and recruits assistance from an unlikely source.
Episode 25 - Season 2, Episode 9: Six Month Leave

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.
Episode 26 - Season 2, Episode 10: The Inheritance

Betty visits her ailing father. Paul's girlfriend, Sheila, tries to convince him to prioritize his civic duties. Pete's mother disapproves of an idea that Pete and Trudy are considering.
Episode 27 - Season 2, Episode 11: The Jet Set

On a business trip to Los Angeles, Don becomes acquainted with some exciting new friends. Peggy looks for romance at work. Duck starts thinking about the future of Sterling Cooper.
Episode 28 - Season 2, Episode 12: The Mountain King

Don meets with an old friend. An account hangs in the balance when Pete's personal life presents problems. Joan brings her boyfriend to the office.
Episode 29 - Season 2, Episode 13: Meditations in an Emergency

Sterling Cooper is in play, and the office scrambles without Don. Betty learns some disconcerting news.
Episode 45 - Season 3, Episode 1: Out of Town

Don and Sal travel to Baltimore, where each makes new friends. Don discovers Sal's secret after the hotel's fire alarm goes off.
Episode 46 - Season 3, Episode 2: Love Among the Ruins

Roger is hurt that Margaret doesn't want him at her wedding. Grandpa Gene arrives for a stay. The Sterling Cooper team preps for a Patio presentation.
Episode 47 - Season 3, Episode 3: My Old Kentucky Home

Roger and Jane throw a party for Derby Day, where both Don and Betty make new acquaintances. Joan hosts a dinner for Greg's colleagues. Peggy joins Smitty, Paul, and Paul's pal Jeffrey for a smoke.
Episode 48 - Season 3, Episode 4: The Arrangements

Sterling Cooper nabs the Jai Alai account. Tapped to direct the Patio commercial, a nervous Sal re-enacts the scene for his wife, Kitty. Peggy searches for a new roommate. Gene collapses at the supermarket.
Episode 49 - Season 3, Episode 5: The Fog

Struggling with Gene's death, Sally gets into a fight at school, and the Drapers are called in by Miss Farrell to discuss her behavior. Duck Phillips courts Pete and Peggy for Grey Advertising. Betty gives birth to baby Gene.
Episode 50 - Season 3, Episode 6: Guy Walks Into an Advertising Agency

Puttnam, Powell, & Lowe arrives to announce the new hierarchy, only to have their plans scotched. Joan celebrates her last day at the office. Conrad Hilton formally introduces himself to Don; Betty tries to broker peace between Sally and baby Gene.
Episode 51 - Season 3, Episode 7: Seven Twenty Three

Betty gets promoted in the Junior League, just in time for the reservoir project (and Henry Francis). To secure the Hilton account, Don signs a three-year contract. Two hitchikers assault Don.
Episode 52 - Season 3, Episode 8: Souvenir

Henry helps Betty get the reservoir project tabled by the town board. Betty joins Don in Rome, where she shows off her Italian.
Episode 53 - Season 3, Episode 9: Wee Small Hours

Don begins a relationship with Suzanne Farrell; Betty strikes up a correspondence with Henry Francis. Because he's unwilling to reciprocate Lee Garner Jr.'s advances, Sal gets fired, after the agency determines the Lucky Strike account is too big to lose.
Episode 54 - Season 3, Episode 10: The Color Blue

Don meets Miss Farrell's younger brother. The agency celebrates its 40th anniversary. Paul decides Peggy is his competition, while Betty finds Don's keys and discovers the contents of his private drawer.
Episode 55 - Season 3, Episode 11: The Gypsy and the Hobo

An old-flame of Roger looks to rekindle their romance. Don's plan to spend time with Suzanne is interrupted when Betty returns early from her trip and demands he explain the contents of the box.
Episode 56 - Season 3, Episode 12: The Grown Ups

The assassination of John F. Kennedy and the murder of Lee Harvey Oswald rocks the office and the nation. Betty sees Henry again at Margaret Sterling's wedding, then meets up with him later.
Episode 57 - Season 3, Episode 13: Shut the Door. Have a Seat.

Aware that PPL plans to sell Sterling Cooper to McCann, Don, Roger, Bert, and Lane put their differences aside to band together and form their own agency. Betty pursues a divorce.
Episode 64 - Season 4, Episode 1: Public Relations

Don makes a mistake that jeopardizes the new agency.
Episode 65 - Season 4, Episode 2: Christmas Comes But Once a Year

A last minute visitor threatens to spoil the agency's Christmas Party.
Episode 66 - Season 4, Episode 3: The Good News

Don heads off to Acapulco, while Joan and Lane fight.
Episode 67 - Season 4, Episode 4: The Rejected

An edict from Roger and Lane puts Pete in a personal dilemma.
Episode 68 - Season 4, Episode 5: The Chrysanthemum and the Sword

Don and Pete go against Roger, in efforts to win a new account.
Episode 69 - Season 4, Episode 6: Waldorf Stories

Peggy clashes with her new creative partner, and Don pitches under unusual circumstances.
Episode 70 - Season 4, Episode 7: The Suitcase

A deadline disrupts Sterling, Cooper, Draper, Pryce.
Episode 71 - Season 4, Episode 8: The Summer Man

Joan and Peggy deal with hijinx in the office.
Episode 72 - Season 4, Episode 9: The Beautiful Girls

Peggy receives a romantic gift that could compromise her career.
Episode 73 - Season 4, Episode 10: Hands and Knees

An unannounced visitor at the Francis home rattles Betty.
Episode 74 - Season 4, Episode 11: Chinese Wall

Sterling, Cooper, Draper, Pryce employees resort to scuttlebutt, after an agency wide meeting is called.
Episode 75 - Season 4, Episode 12: Blowing Smoke

In the midst of a crisis, Don runs into an old friend.
Episode 76 - Season 4, Episode 13: Tomorrowland

Opportunity arises for Don and Peggy.
Episode 84 - Season 5, Episode 1: A Little Kiss, Pt. 1

Don gets a surprise. Pete and Roger butt heads. Joan clashes with a houseguest.
Episode 85 - Season 5, Episode 2: A Little Kiss - Part 2

Don gets a surprise. Pete and Roger butt heads. Joan clashes with a houseguest.
Episode 86 - Season 5, Episode 3: Tea Leaves

Peggy has new responsibilit,y as Don and Harry indulge a client.
Episode 87 - Season 5, Episode 4: Mystery Date

Don runs into someone from his past, while Joan makes a decision.
Episode 88 - Season 5, Episode 5: Signal 30

Lane strikes up an interesting friendship, as Pete entertains guests.
Episode 89 - Season 5, Episode 6: Far Away Places

Peggy is rattled by a pitch, while Don visits a potential client.
Episode 90 - Season 5, Episode 7: At the Codfish Ball

Don receives an award, while Sally comes to the aid of a relative.
Episode 91 - Season 5, Episode 8: Lady Lazarus

Peggy has to keep a secret, while Pete covers for a friend.
Episode 92 - Season 5, Episode 9: Dark Shadows

Sally faces a challenge. Roger seeks new business.
Episode 93 - Season 5, Episode 10: Christmas Waltz

Christmas wishes come true, as everyone gets a gift; Harry helps out a friend.
Episode 94 - Season 5, Episode 11: The Other Woman

Don's challenged by a pitch, Peggy contemplates a trip, and Joan entertains an idea.
Episode 95 - Season 5, Episode 12: Commissions and Fees

Don follows a surprising lead, while Sally goes out.
Episode 96 - Season 5, Episode 13: The Phantom

In the Season 5 finale, opportunity is in the air for everyone, while Pete meets a stranger on the train.
Episode 103 - Season 6, Episode 1: The Doorway, Pt. 1

Part One: In the Season 6 premiere, Don spearheads a new campaign, Roger gets some unsettling news, and Betty takes in a houseguest.
Episode 104 - Season 6, Episode 2: The Doorway, Pt. 2

Part Two: In the Season 6 premiere, Don spearheads a new campaign, Roger gets some unsettling news, and Betty takes in a houseguest.
Episode 106 - Season 6, Episode 3: Collaborators

Don clashes with a client. Pete entertains a guest. Peggy struggles to motivate the staff.
Episode 108 - Season 6, Episode 4: To Have and to Hold

The partners work to keep the wraps on a secret campaign. Joan is visited by an old friend.
Episode 110 - Season 6, Episode 5: The Flood

Peggy plans for the future. Roger courts a potential client.
Episode 112 - Season 6, Episode 6: For Immediate Release

Roger changes tack to make new business. Pete has an awkward run-in with a client.
Episode 114 - Season 6, Episode 7: Man with a Plan

SCDP tries to placate competing clients. Pete is blindsided by an unexpected guest.
Episode 116 - Season 6, Episode 8: The Crash

Don is disrupted by a surprise visitor. Peggy looks for inspiration.
Episode 118 - Season 6, Episode 9: The Better Half

Roger is plagued by a recurring dream. Joan goes to the beach.
Episode 120 - Season 6, Episode 10: A Tale of Two Cities

The agency works to hold onto a client. Joan is caught off guard.
Episode 122 - Season 6, Episode 11: Favors

Betty plans for Sally's future. Peggy encounters trouble at home.
Episode 124 - Season 6, Episode 12: The Quality of Mercy

The partners disagree on a new campaign. Don takes a day off.
Episode 126 - Season 6, Episode 13: In Care Of

Don has a problem.
Episode 131 - Season 7, Episode 1: Time Zones

Don makes a new friend. Joan meets a client for drinks. Peggy hears impressive new work. Roger has a puzzling phone call.
Episode 133 - Season 7, Episode 2: A Day's Work

Peggy receives a bouquet of flowers at the office. Pete navigates the politics of new business. Joan is put in an impossibly awkward situation.
Episode 135 - Season 7, Episode 3: Field Trip

Don takes an impromptu trip. Betty has lunch with a friend. Harry lobbies for a cause. The partners consider a questionable asset.
Episode 137 - Season 7, Episode 4: The Monolith

Sterling Cooper & Partners prepares for a guest. Don calls an old friend. Roger confronts problems at home. Pete underestimates Peggy.
Episode 139 - Season 7, Episode 5: The Runaways

Don has a visitor from his past. Stan embarrasses a superior. Peggy helps Ginsberg with a problem. Harry finds that he has a new ally at the agency.
Episode 141 - Season 7, Episode 6: The Strategy

Peggy determinedly collects research for a pitch. Pete is invited to join an exclusive club. Joan looks forward to spending time with her friend.
Episode 143 - Season 7, Episode 7: Waterloo

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.
Episode 145 - Season 7, Episode 8: Severance

Don tries to track down a friend. Joan struggles to solve a problem with an account. Peggy is set up by an unlikely person.
Episode 147 - Season 7, Episode 9: New Business

Roger gives Don some unwanted advice. Peggy and Stan disagree over an account's personnel. Harry asks for Don's blessing.
Episode 149 - Season 7, Episode 10: The Forecast

Roger pawns off a project onto Don. Joan goes on a business trip. Peggy and Pete clash over how to deal with an account emergency.
Episode 151 - Season 7, Episode 11: Time & Life

Don comes up with a big idea. Roger asks Joan for help with a clerical error. Peggy has a hard time with casting for a commercial.
Episode 153 - Season 7, Episode 12: Lost Horizon

Don receives a reward for his work. Joan butts heads with her co-worker on an account. Faced with a big decision, Roger dodges.
Episode 155 - Season 7, Episode 13: The Milk & Honey Route

Don has trouble sleeping. Pete is blindsided by a difficult friend. Facing a new challenge, Henry arranges a family reunion.
Episode 157 - Season 7, Episode 14: Person to Person

The Series Finale. The stories of Don Draper, his family, and his co-workers at Sterling Cooper & Partners come to an end.


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