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What you are, what you want, what you love doesn't matter. It's all about how you sell it......

From AMC and the Emmy® Award-winning executive producer and writer of "The Sopranos" Matthew Weiner, comes Mad Men, a provocative new primetime drama about how to sell the truth. Set in 1960 New York, the daring new series is about the lives of the ruthlessly competitive men and women of Madison Avenue advertising, an ego-driven world where key players make an art of the sell while their private world gets sold.

The Setting:
In 1960, advertising agencies were an all-powerful influence on the masses. Personal and professional manipulation and sexual exploits defined the workplace and closed the deals. The high profile Sterling Cooper Advertising Agency created advertising campaigns – from cigarettes to political candidates -- better than anyone. It was a time of great ferment. Women had barely begun to come into their own. Librium and birth control were on the move. Ethics in the workplace, smoke-free environments, sexual harassment and ethnic diversity were workshops of the future.

The Premise:
The series depicts the sexual exploits and social mores of this most innovative yet ruthless profession, while taking an unflinching look at the ad-men who shaped the hopes and dreams of Americans on a daily basis.

The Players:
The series revolves around the conflicted world of Don Draper (Hamm), the biggest ad man (and ladies man) in the business, and his colleagues at the Sterling Cooper Advertising Agency. As Don 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. The series also depicts authentically the roles of men and women in this era while exploring the true human nature beneath the guise of 1960 traditional family values.

Series Cast:

Jon Hamm	Don Draper
Elisabeth Moss	Peggy Olson
Christina Hendricks	Joan Holloway
Vincent Kartheiser	Pete Campbell
John Slattery	Roger Sterling
January Jones	Betty Draper
Aaron Staton	Ken Cosgrove
Robert Morse	Bertram Cooper
Bryan Batt	Salvatore Romano
Rich Sommer	Harry Crane

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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 (Jon Hamm), the biggest ad man in the business. As he calls the shots 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: Ladies Room
Don continues to conceal his increasingly complicated personal life, even in the face of Roger's 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: 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: 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: 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 7: Red in the Face
Roger joins Don for an evening of dinner and drinking, during which Roger's behavior 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: 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: 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 Labor Day weekend, attempts to cheer him up. Meanwhile, Joan has a night out on the town with her roommate.

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: 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: 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.

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spratt89

Episode 2x01 - For Those Who Think Young [Season Premiere]

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. Don and Duck find themselves at odds over an account. Betty reconnects with an old friend and once again finds herself struggling with car trouble.

Episode 2x02 - Flight 1

Paul hosts a party at his apartment and introduces someone special to his Sterling Cooper colleagues. Peggy visits her family for dinner. Despite a conflict of interest, the Sterling Cooper agency aggressively pursues an airline account and Duck attempts to appeal to the client using an unorthodox approach.

Episode 2x03 - The Benefactor

Trouble arises on the set of a commercial while Don plays hooky from the office. Meanwhile, Harry, determined to make improvements in his career, tries to gather support around a controversial sponsorship. Betty joins Don when he attempts to appease his clients with a friendly dinner.

Episode 2x04 - Three Sundays

Peggy's family hosts lunch for a new priest in their church. Don and Betty enjoy a family weekend together. Freddy and Ken take a client out to lunch who stirs Roger Sterling's heart. Sterling Cooper staffers work double time to prepare for a last minute pitch meeting.

Episode 2x05 - 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 2x06 - 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 2x07 - The Gold Violin

Don buys a brand new car which befits his image as an executive who has "arrived."  Don's secretary makes a grave error, which could spell trouble for Joan. Cooper has a new piece of art in his office that attracts the interest of the employees at Sterling Cooper.

Episode 2x08 - A Night to Remember

Father Gill convinces Peggy to contribute on a pro-bono church project. To win the business of an imported 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 2x09 - 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 2x10 - 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 2x11 - 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 2x12 - 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 2x13 - Meditations in an Emergency [Season Finale]

Sterling Cooper is in play and the office scrambles without Don. Betty learns some disconcerting news.

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spratt89

Episode 1: Out of Town
In the third-season opener, Salvatore and Don take a business trip out of town. Pete Campbell and Ken Cosgrove worry about the changes at Sterling-Cooper and how the changes will impact them.

Episode 2: Love Among the Ruins
Don's father-in-law pays a visit to his daughter's family. Peggy works hard on a campaign while the firm tries to decide if they will accomadate an unusual request from a client. Elsewhere, Roger plans a wedding.

Episode 3: My Old Kentucky Home
The writers at the agency try to avoid late-night boredom when there is a mandatory overtime session. Roger throws a party while and Joan and Greg host one of their own.

Episode 4: The Arrangements
A new wealthy client is excited to be working with the firm. Elsewhere, Don has another run-in with his father-in-law and Peggy looks for a new roommate.

Episode 5: The Fog
Sally's behavior causes concern for Don and Betty. Betty has an eye-opening dream that has a strange effect on her. Pete tries to work a new business angle in his dealings.

Episode 6: Guy Walks Into an Advertising Agency
A surprise visitor shows up at Sterling Cooper. Sally is unnerved by something. Joan receives surprising news.

Episode 7: Seven Twenty Three
Betty becomes involved in local politics. Don starts thinking about the future after a troubling incident and Peggy receives an exquisite gift.

Episode 8: Souvenir
Don decides to include Betty on a company business trip. Pete lends a hand to a neighbor in his apartment building

Episode 9: Wee Small Hours
Don and Sal just can't seem to satisfy their clients. Betty decides to throw a fundraiser.

Episode 10: The Color Blue
Sterling Cooper celebrates a big milestone. Elsewhere, Peggy competes with Paul for an account.

Episode 11: The Gypsy and the Hobo
The firm welcomes back an old client. Joan and Greg make plans for their future and Betty and the kids take trip.

Episode 12: The Grown Ups
Peggy's taste in men proves questionable; Pete has to make a big decision about his career; Henry makes his move on Betty; the staff is rocked by a major tragedy.

Episode 13: Shut the Door, Have a Seat
Don has a big meeting with Connie about their future relationship; Betty is the beneficiary of some interesting advice; after hearing some unpleasant news, Don, Roger, Bertram, and Lane take drastic action.

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spratt89

Episode 1: Public Relations
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 and when their plan goes awry, Don has to pick up the pieces.

Episode 2: Christmas Comes But Once a Year
The agency's Christmas party is nearly spoiled by the late arrival of a surprise and not-so-welcome visitor; Sally reconnects with Glen Bishop, while Freddy Rumsen resurfaces at the new agency; Don makes a mistake with his secretary.

Episode 3: The Good News
Lane and Joan get into a disagreement at the agency and a mix-up with flowers has a hand in Lane's wife staying in London indefinitely. Don leaves for Acapulco with a stopover in Los Angeles. While in LA, Don visits Anna Draper. Once back in New York, Don and Lane get to know each other better on New Year's Eve.

Episode 4: The Rejected
Pete must break bad news to his father-in-law but receives wonderful news about him and Trudy. Don gets into a confrontation with Allison after a focus group. Peggy meets an eccentric girl named Joyce in the building.

Episode 5: The Chrysanthemum and the Sword
Don and Pete try to land a new client but Roger's attitude about the potential client may ruin their chances of showing up their competition. Also, Sally acts out and Betty wonders if therapy is the solution.

Episode 6: Waldorf Stories
Peggy and the new art director do not see eye-to-eye and Peggy goes to interesting extremes to get his attention. A potential new employee reminds Don and Roger of when they first met. Pete is unhappy that Ken may be joining their firm. Also, the agency is up for a CLIO award.

Episode 7: The Suitcase
A deadline on the Samsonite account disrupts Don and Peggy's plans on the night of the Ali-Liston fight.

Episode 8: The Summer Man
Joan must deal with questionable activities at the office and Peggy's reaction to them makes Joan angry. Also, Betty and Henry run into Don while he is on a date.

Episode 9: The Beautiful Girls
Joan and Roger reconnect after a brush with violence. Peggy receives attention from a very opinionated suitor. Also, Don has more trouble with Sally.

Episode 10: Hands and Knees
After landing a government contract, Don panics when two G-men arrive at Betty's house; Pete faces a moral dilemma; Lane introduces his visiting father to his black girlfriend; Roger juggles Joan's latest abortion with bad news from Lucky Strike.

Episode 11: Chinese Wall
All employees of Sterling Cooper Draper Pryce are called in for a meeting and speculation and gossip starts to fly around the office.

Episode 12: Blowing Smoke
The agency scrambles to lure new clients and Don makes a risky move in the hopes that it will help them all. Later, Don runs into an old friend, Midge. Also, Sally comes to a realization in therapy.

Episode 13: Tomorrowland
Peggy and Ken land a new client for the firm. Joan gets promoted and shares a secret with her husband. Don takes the kids with him to California and faces a life-altering decision.

Source: tv.com
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waterlilybarb

Episode 1: A Little Kiss (1)
Don is greeted with a surprise in the Season 5 opener. Meanwhile, Roger and Pete clash; and Joan has a run-in with a houseguest.

Episode 2: A Little Kiss (2)
Don is greeted with a surprise in the Season 5 opener. Meanwhile, Roger and Pete clash; and Joan has a run-in with a houseguest.

Episode 3: Tea Leaves
Peggy receives new responsibilities as the firm makes a concentrated push to increase business. Later, Don and Harry go the extra mile for a big client.

Episode 4: Mystery Date
Don has an encounter with someone from the past; Joan comes to a momentous decision. Meanwhile, Roger increases Peggy's workload.

Episode 5: Signal 30
Lane makes an interesting friend; Pete plays host to an assortment of guests.

Episode 6: Far Away Places
Peggy has a tough time during a particularly formidable pitch; Don calls on a potential client.

Episode 7: At the Codfish Ball
Don, Roger and Pete team up to rustle up some new clients; Sally lends a hand to a relative.

Episode 8: Lady Lazarus
Peggy reluctantly harbors a secret; Pete steps up for a friend; Don gets a surprise.

Episode 9: Dark Shadows
Don's competitive nature comes to the fore; Roger pursues some new clients; Sally is met with a challenge.

Episode 10: Christmas Waltz
Christmas proves rewarding to many at the agency; Harry does a good turn for a friend.

Episode 11: The Other Woman
Don deals with a challenging pitch, while Peggy ponders taking a trip.

Episode 12: Commissions and Fees
Don receives an intriguing lead and follows up on it.

Episode 13: The Phantom
Season 5 concludes with opportunities abounding for everyone at the agency, while Pete encounters an interesting stranger on a train.

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waterlilybarb

Episode 1: The Doorway, Part 1
In the Season 6 premiere, Don launches a new campaign, while Roger receives some unnerving news and Betty welcomes a houseguest.

Episode 2: The Doorway, Part 2
In the Season 6 premiere, Don launches a new campaign, while Roger receives some unnerving news and Betty welcomes a houseguest.

Episode 3: The Collaborators
Don has a difference of opinion with a client, while Peggy has problems motivating the staff.

Episode 4: To Have and to Hold
The partners try to keep a secret campaign under wraps, while Joan gets a visit from an old friend.

Episode 5: The Flood
Peggy plans for the future, while Roger courts a potential client.

Episode 6: For Immediate Release
Roger changes tack to make new business; Pete has an awkward run-in with a client.

Episode 7: Man With a Plan
Sterling Cooper Draper Pryce tries to placate competing clients; Pete is blindsided by an unexpected guest.

Episode 8: The Crash
Don is disrupted by a surprise visitor; Peggy looks for inspiration.

Episode 9: The Better Half
Roger is tormented by a recurring dream; Joan goes to the beach.

Episode 10: A Tale of Two Cities
A handsomely mounted adaptation of Charles Dickens' 1859 classic is itself a tale of two cities: a coproduction of Granada Television of London and Dune of Paris. It aired in the U.S. on `Masterpiece Theatre.'

Episode 11: Favors
Betty plans for Sally's future, while Peggy encounters trouble at home.

Episode 12: The Quality of Mercy
The partners disagree on a new campaign; Don takes a day off.

Episode 13: In Care Of
In the Season 6 finale, Don has a problem.

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spratt89

Episode 7x01: Time Zones (Apr/13/2014)
Don makes a friend; Joan has drinks with a client; Roger receives a perplexing phone call; Peggy hears new work.

Episode 7x02: A Day's Work (Apr/20/2014)
Peggy gets given some flowers at the office. Pete attempts to deal with the politics of a new business. Joan finds herself in a difficult situation.

Episode 7x03: Field Trip (Apr/27/2014)
Betty goes out for dinner with a friend. Don goes on a business trip. Harry promotes a new cause. An asset is weighed up by the partners of the firm.

Episode 7x04: The Monolith (May/04/2014)
Don makes contact with someone from his past. Roger has issues to deal with back at home. Peggy feels as though she's underestimated.

Episode 7x05: The Runaways (May/11/2014)
Stan accidentally shows up a superior. Peggy becomes Ginsbergs' troubleshooter. Harry finds a new ally. Don is paid a visitor from someone from his past.

Episode 7x06: The Strategy (May/18/2014)
Peggy collects research for a pitch; Pete receives an invitation to an exclusive club; Joan is eager to spend time with her friend.

Episode 7x07: Waterloo (May/25/2014)
Don is troubled by a letter; Peggy may seek a new future on a risky venture; Roger receives a phone call; Pete and Cutler butt heads.

Episode 7x08: Severance (Apr/05/2015)
Don tries to locate a missing friend. Joan attempts to deal with a problem with an account.

Episode 7x09: New Business (Apr/12/2015)
Roger offers Don some unwanted advise. Peggy and Stan are unable to agree on an account's personnel.

Episode 7x10: The Forecast (Apr/19/2015)
Roger gives Dan a project to work on. Joan takes a business trip. Peggy and Pete are unable to agree.

Episode 7x11: Time & Life (Apr/26/2015)
Don has a huge idea. Roger wants Joan to help him deal with a clerical mistake.

Episode 7x12: Lost Horizon (May/03/2015)
Don ends up being rewarded for his work. Joan clashes with a co-worker over an account.

Episode 7x13: The Milk and Honey Route (May/10/2015)
Don finds it hard to sleep. Pete is blindsided by a friend. Henry organizes a family reunion.

Episode 7x14: Person to Person (May/17/2015)
The drama featuring Don Draper, his family and his co-workers at Sterling Cooper & Partners reaches its conclusion.

Source: TVRage