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The Best Episodes of 9-1-1 Season 9

Every episode of 9-1-1 Season 9 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of 9-1-1 Season 9!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    9-1-1 Season 9 Episode 1 - Eat the Rich
    7.3/10(1937 votes)

    #1 - Eat the Rich

    S9:E1

    In honor of Bobby Nash's sacrifice, the 118 comes together to dedicate the firehouse in his memory. Meanwhile, when a billionaire tech giant is involved in a life-or-death emergency, the team must race to his aid.

    Director:Jennifer Lynch
    Writers:Molly Green, James Leffler

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  2. 9-1-1 Season 9 Episode 2 - Spiraling
    6.6/10(2031 votes)

    #2 - Spiraling

    S9:E2

    As a geostorm ravages Earth, Athena and Hen's space mission teeters on the edge. On the ground, the 118 battles chaos when technology goes rogue.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writers:Molly Green, James Leffler

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  3. 9-1-1 Season 9 Episode 3 - The Sky Is Falling
    6.4/10(1608 votes)

    #3 - The Sky Is Falling

    S9:E3

    Athena and Hen face increasing dangers in space as friends both near and far try to get them home safely. Meanwhile, the 118 continues to help victims of the geostorm and falling debris.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writers:Tim Minear, Kristen Reidel

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  4. 9-1-1 Season 9 Episode 4 - Reentry
    6.2/10(1560 votes)

    #4 - Reentry

    S9:E4

    As Athena and Hen navigate their way back home, Athena will be forced to confront what it means to live without Bobby.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writers:Tim Minear, Molly Green, James Leffler

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  5. 9-1-1 Season 9 Episode 5 - Día de los Muertos
    7.9/10(1725 votes)

    #5 - Día de los Muertos

    S9:E5

    The 118's beliefs are put to the test as they respond to emergency calls involving a Jack-o'-lantern and a few more jump scares than they were expecting on Halloween.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writers:Christopher Monfette, Silas Savard

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  6. 9-1-1 Season 9 Episode 6 - Family History
    7.4/10(1315 votes)

    #6 - Family History

    S9:E6

    Athena must revisit a painful part of her past when answering a call for help. Meanwhile, the 118 takes a big step forward.

    Director:Maggie Kiley
    Writer:Taylor Wong Tai-Loi

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  7. 9-1-1 Season 9 Episode 7 - Secrets
    7.2/10(1301 votes)

    #7 - Secrets

    S9:E7

    Hen's attempts at keeping her mysterious health issues private are starting to impact more than just her physical well-being. Meanwhile, Buck and Ravi decide Eddie needs a night out on the town.

    Director:John J. Gray
    Writer:Lyndsey Beaulieu

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  8. 9-1-1 Season 9 Episode 8 - War
    6.4/10(1143 votes)

    #8 - War

    S9:E8

    Following Hen's firing, Chimney grapples with his decision and how it has affected the team. Meanwhile, a new AI call center assistant, meant to help, has begun to create more complications, and the 118 must intervene.

    Director:Dawn Wilkinson
    Writers:Molly Green, James Leffler, Silas Savard

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  9. 9-1-1 Season 9 Episode 9 - Fighting Back
    7.4/10(1021 votes)

    #9 - Fighting Back

    S9:E9

    As Hen continues to seek out a diagnosis for her mysterious symptoms, her friends and family rally behind her. Meanwhile, Harry hits a wall in his attempts to complete the academy firefighting exam and looks for some much-needed motivation.

    Director:Tessa Blake
    Writers:Kristen Reidel, Lyndsey Beaulieu

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  10. 9-1-1 Season 9 Episode 10 - Handle with Care
    7.4/10(1027 votes)

    #10 - Handle with Care

    S9:E10

    Harry's first day as a probie proves to be more challenging than Chimney expects. Meanwhile, Eddie and Hen are called into court over a former patient that brings back some old demons.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writers:Christopher Monfette, Taylor Wong Tai-Loi

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  11. 9-1-1 Season 9 Episode 11 - Going Once, Going Twice
    8.6/10(1671 votes)

    #11 - Going Once, Going Twice

    S9:E11

    Eddie faces an unthinkable personal crisis. Hen and Karen spring into action when thrown into a terrifying situation. The 118 hosts a LAFD charity bachelor auction that brings up a few concerns from Buck.

    Director:Aisha Hinds
    Writers:Molly Green, James Leffler

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  12. 9-1-1 Season 9 Episode 12 - Dads and Cads (I)
    8.0/10(1338 votes)

    #12 - Dads and Cads (I)

    S9:E12

    Maddie and Buck are blindsided by some unexpected news that turns their world upside down. Meanwhile, Buck and Eddie head to Nashville when they are selected to participate in the national firefighting games. The crossover continues on 9-1-1: Nashville S01E12 Spirit of the Games (II).

    Director:Nimisha Mukerji
    Writers:Christopher Monfette, Taylor Wong Tai-Loi

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  13. 9-1-1 Season 9 Episode 13 - Mother's Boy
    9.0/10(3267 votes)

    #13 - Mother's Boy

    S9:E13

    Eddie and Buck's flight back to Los Angeles is cancelled following the National Firefighter Games. Hoping to be home for Hen's birthday, they decide a cross-country road trip is the fastest way, until they get offtrack and Buck goes missing.

    Director:Jonathan Lawrence
    Writer:Tim Minear

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  14. 9-1-1 Season 9 Episode 14 - D.I.Y.
    7.8/10(1331 votes)

    #14 - D.I.Y.

    S9:E14

    As Buck tries to manage the trauma following his kidnapping on his own, May tries to secure her first law internship without the help of her mother.

    Director:Shiri Appleby
    Writers:Lyndsey Beaulieu, Silas Savard

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  15. 9-1-1 Season 9 Episode 15 - Pick Your Poison
    8.2/10(1475 votes)

    #15 - Pick Your Poison

    S9:E15

    Athena is pulled into a mysterious murder investigation when a man arrives at the station to report his own death. Meanwhile, the 118 races to the site of a car crash involving a mother and son.

    Director:Christine Khalafian
    Writers:Molly Green, James Leffler

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  16. 9-1-1 Season 9 Episode 16 - Where There's Smoke
    8.1/10(1193 votes)

    #16 - Where There's Smoke

    S9:E16

    The 118 must account for every decision made during a recent fire call when the team's actions are investigated for possible mistakes. Meanwhile, Buck works behind the scenes to support his team as he waits to learn if he can return to the station.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writer:Kristen Reidel

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  17. 9-1-1 Season 9 Episode 17 - I Got You Babe
    7.6/10(1669 votes)

    #17 - I Got You Babe

    S9:E17

    Buck is faced with his past after an electrical emergency call. Meanwhile, Maddie learns to navigate her working relationships now that she has become a supervisor.

    Director:John J. Gray
    Writers:Christopher Monfette, Taylor Wong Tai-Loi

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  18. 9-1-1 Season 9 Episode 18 - Hearts and Flowers
    7.9/10(1023 votes)

    #18 - Hearts and Flowers

    S9:E18

    Following Athena's shooting, the 118 gathers at the hospital awaiting news. Meanwhile, the mastermind behind the trafficking ring is determined to silence Athena and anyone who gets in his way for good.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writers:Molly Green, James Leffler

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Season 9 Ratings Summary

"Eat the Rich" is the best rated episode of "9-1-1" season 9. It scored 7.3/10 based on 1937 votes. Directed by Jennifer Lynch and written by Molly Green, James Leffler, it aired on 10/9/2025. This episode is rated 0.7 points higher than the second-best, "Spiraling".