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The Best Episodes of A Man on the Inside Season 1

Every episode of A Man on the Inside Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of A Man on the Inside Season 1!

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A retired professor with a knack for snooping gets a new lease on life when a private investigator recruits him to go undercover and crack a case.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    A Man on the Inside Season 1 Episode 1 - Tinker Tailor Older Spy
    7.3/10(1632 votes)

    #1 - Tinker Tailor Older Spy

    S1:E1

    Encouraged by his daughter to try something new, widower Charles Nieuwendyk answers an ad from a private eye seeking a mole at a retirement community.

    Director:Michael Schur
    Writer:Michael Schur

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  2. A Man on the Inside Season 1 Episode 2 - The Man Who Knew Too Much About Bridges
    7.3/10(1428 votes)

    #2 - The Man Who Knew Too Much About Bridges

    S1:E2

    Charles charms his fellow residents at happy hour while finding his footing as a sleuth. But will a mysterious warning end the case before it even begins?

    Director:Morgan Sackett
    Writer:Sylvia Batey Alcalá

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  3. A Man on the Inside Season 1 Episode 3 - The Emily Always Rings Twice
    7.5/10(1322 votes)

    #3 - The Emily Always Rings Twice

    S1:E3

    Charles has some explaining to do when Emily unexpectedly arrives in town — and another missing item lands him in Elliott's cranky crosshairs.

    Director:Rebecca Asher
    Writers:Hayley Frazier, Emalee Burditt

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  4. A Man on the Inside Season 1 Episode 4 - The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Painting Class
    7.6/10(1259 votes)

    #4 - The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Painting Class

    S1:E4

    Pacific View's group activities give Charles the perfect opportunity to narrow down his list of suspects, but his chumminess raises concerns for Julie.

    Director:Rebecca Asher
    Writer:Bridget Stinson

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  5. A Man on the Inside Season 1 Episode 5 - Presents and Clear Danger
    7.6/10(1236 votes)

    #5 - Presents and Clear Danger

    S1:E5

    While Julie uses a lavish gift as bait, Charles tries to connect with Gladys. Virginia encourages Florence to splurge on something she's always wanted.

    Director:Anu Valia
    Writers:Janet Leahy, Alex Farber

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  6. A Man on the Inside Season 1 Episode 6 - Our Man in Sacramento
    8.0/10(1285 votes)

    #6 - Our Man in Sacramento

    S1:E6

    As the Pacific View community reels from a sudden loss, Charles goes on an emotional journey with Emily. Didi weighs an intriguing offer from corporate.

    Director:Anu Valia
    Writer:Karen Chee

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  7. A Man on the Inside Season 1 Episode 7 - From Russian Hill with Love
    8.1/10(1227 votes)

    #7 - From Russian Hill with Love

    S1:E7

    On a tour of San Francisco's historic sites, Charles and Calbert bond while talking about the past, present and future. Didi and Julie lock horns.

    Director:Morgan Sackett
    Writer:Lisa Muse Bryant

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  8. A Man on the Inside Season 1 Episode 8 - The Spy Who Came In from the Cold
    8.4/10(1676 votes)

    #8 - The Spy Who Came In from the Cold

    S1:E8

    When the pieces click into place, Charles faces the difficult task of revealing his true purpose at Pacific View. Emily helps him unpack the past.

    Director:Michael Schur
    Writer:Daniel Schofield

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Tinker Tailor Older Spy" is the best rated episode of "A Man on the Inside" season 1. It scored 7.3/10 based on 1632 votes. Directed by Michael Schur and written by Michael Schur, it aired on 11/21/2024. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "The Man Who Knew Too Much About Bridges".