The Best Episodes of A Friend of the Family Season 1
Every episode of A Friend of the Family Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of A Friend of the Family Season 1!
The harrowing true story of the Broberg family, whose daughter Jan was kidnapped multiple times over a period of years by a charismatic, obsessed family "friend." The Brobergs — devoted to their faith, family, and community — were utterly unprepared for the sophisticated tactics their neighbor used to exploit their vulnerabilities, drive them apart, and turn their daughter against them. This is the story of how their lives were permanently altered — and how they survived.
Season 1 Ratings Summary
The best episode of "A Friend of the Family" season 1 is "Horseback Riding in American Falls", rated 7.4/10 from 271 user votes. It was directed by Eliza Hittman and written by Nick Antosca. "Horseback Riding in American Falls" aired on 10/6/2022 and is rated 0.0 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "The Mission".
7.4/10 271 votes#1 - Horseback Riding in American Falls
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 10/6/2022
A trusted family friend picks up Jan after school to go horseback riding, but as nightfall looms and they're still not home, what seemed like a casual afternoon slowly turns nightmarish.
Director: Eliza Hittman
Writer: Nick Antosca
7.4/10 258 votes#2 - The Mission
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 10/6/2022
The search for Jan escalates as the Brobergs call in the FBI. Jan is tasked with a disturbing life-or-death responsibility.
Director: Rachel Goldberg
Writer: N/A
7.2/10 226 votes#3 - The Gift of Tongues
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 10/6/2022
The Berchtolds and Brobergs grow closer, but as Mary Ann and the girls fall under the spell of their fun-loving neighbor, Bob sees him as a threat.
Director: Eliza Hittman
Writer: N/A
7.3/10 197 votes#4 - Articles of Faith
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 10/6/2022
The Brobergs fight to restore normalcy as they prepare to face B. in court. Jan's anxiety about the mission snowballs with time. Mary Ann's unanswered questions about Mexico and growing disconnect with Bob lead her to a gut-wrenching decision.
Director: Rachel Goldberg
Writer: Marie Hanhnhon Nguyen
7.4/10 185 votes#5 - The Bitter Cup
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 10/13/2022
When the Brobergs' marriage is thrown into jeopardy, Bob and Mary Ann must face the terrible consequences of their mistakes. B strengthens his sinister hold over Jan.
Director: Steven Piet
Writer: Brian Evenson
7.4/10 176 votes#6 - Son of Perdition
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 10/20/2022
In Jackson Hole, Jan finds herself overwhelmed by the demands of the mission. Bob and Mary Ann organize an aggressive legal strategy to bring her home.
Director: Steven Piet
Writer: Alana B. Lytle
7.3/10 177 votes#7 - The Great Deceiver
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 10/27/2022
Jan goes missing again and the FBI's hands are tied, but the Brobergs press on in their search for answers. The case takes a heavy toll on Pete as he digs deeper into B's past. Jan learns to blend in a strange new environment.
Director: Jamie Travis
Writer: Brian Chamberlayne
7.7/10 168 votes#8 - Outer Darkness
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 11/3/2022
Mary Ann prepares for a high-stakes showdown. Pete works double time to find Jan, disobeying direct orders. Worn down by fear and secrecy, Jan nears a breaking point.
Director: Jamie Travis
Writer: N/A
7.6/10 190 votes#9 - Revelation
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 11/10/2022
With Jan home, Bob and Mary Ann take steps toward healing, but as her 16th birthday approaches and the mission reaches its do-or-die moment, Jan prepares for the worst.
Director: Lauren Wolkstein
Writer: Alana B. Lytle, Nick Antosca, Brian Evenson