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The Best Episodes of 1883

Every episode of 1883 ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of 1883!

Best episode
S1E9 Racing Clouds
9.15,500 votes
Worst episode
S1E8 The Weep of Surrender
7.65,030 votes
Top season
Season 1
8.5avg
Binge time
9h 21m
10 episodes
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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    1883 Season 1 Episode 9 - Racing Clouds
    9.1/10(5500 votes)

    S1:E9

    A misunderstanding leads to a battle with serious consequences.

    Director:Ben Richardson
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. 1883 Season 1 Episode 10 - This Is Not Your Heaven
    9.0/10(5576 votes)

    S1:E10

    James and Margaret face a heavy decision. Shea and Thomas take bold action to help one of their own.

    Director:Ben Richardson
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. 1883 Season 1 Episode 5 - The Fangs of Freedom
    8.9/10(5962 votes)

    S1:E5

    Shea and Thomas cope with the aftermath of the river crossing, but there is little time to grieve and no shortage of challenges ahead. Elsa and Ennis share a romantic moment.

    Director:Christina Alexandra Voros
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. 1883 Season 1 Episode 2 - Behind Us, A Cliff
    8.7/10(6088 votes)

    S1:E2

    Thomas and Shea recruit James and some local cowboys to corral a herd of cattle. As they begin their journey, the caravan is confronted with some of the many dangers they will face along the way.

    Director:Ben Richardson
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. 1883 Season 1 Episode 7 - Lightning Yellow Hair
    8.6/10(5307 votes)

    S1:E7

    Elsa makes an unlikely friend. The group faces a harrowing challenge from mother nature. The camp searches for one of their own.

    Director:Christina Alexandra Voros
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. 1883 Season 1 Episode 1 - 1883
    8.5/10(6988 votes)

    S1:E1

    The Dutton family embarks on a journey west through the last bastion of untamed America. James arrives in Texas, where he and his family prepare to make their way through The Great Plains in search of a new home and the promise of opportunity.

    Director:Taylor Sheridan
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. 1883 Season 1 Episode 4 - The Crossing
    8.2/10(5274 votes)

    S1:E4

    The group faces the harrowing task of crossing the river with their wagons and supplies. Thomas and Noemi grow closer.

    Director:Christina Alexandra Voros
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. 1883 Season 1 Episode 3 - River
    8.2/10(5285 votes)

    S1:E3

    James butts heads with Shea and Thomas about an important decision. Tensions rise in camp when an accusation is made. Elsa begins a flirtation with a cowboy.

    Director:Christina Alexandra Voros
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. 1883 Season 1 Episode 6 - Boring The Devil
    8.1/10(4843 votes)

    S1:E6

    Shea helps Elsa cope with her loss. The group crosses another river and prepares to enter Indian territory. Thomas buys Noemi a gift.

    Director:Ben Richardson
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. 1883 Season 1 Episode 8 - The Weep of Surrender
    7.6/10(5030 votes)

    S1:E8

    Elsa makes a big decision. Shea faces doubts as winter looms.

    Director:Ben Richardson
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Racing Clouds" is the best rated episode of 1883. It scored 9.1/10 from 5,500 votes. Directed by Ben Richardson and written by Unknown, it aired on February 20, 2022. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "This Is Not Your Heaven".

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