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The Best Episodes of After Life

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

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Tony had a perfect life. But after his wife Lisa suddenly dies, Tony changes. After contemplating taking his own life, he decides instead to live long enough to punish the world by saying and doing

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    After Life Season 3 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.7/10(4714 votes)

    #1 - Episode 6

    S3:E6

    An interview with a sick child hits Tony hard. Later, he makes a decision about Lisa's insurance money and joins his friends at the town fair.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. After Life Season 2 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.2/10(3714 votes)

    #2 - Episode 6

    S2:E6

    Grieving over another loss, Tony asks his friends and co-workers for space, not sympathy. Later, he wrestles with what it means to move on.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
    Writer:Ricky Gervais

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  3. After Life Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.1/10(3940 votes)

    #3 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    Brian (finally) convinces Tony and company to visit his apartment for a story. Meanwhile, Matt receives a distressing call from his son's school.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
    Writer:Ricky Gervais

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  4. After Life Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.1/10(4127 votes)

    #4 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    Making an earnest attempt to be happy -- or at least not miserable -- Tony gives some long overdue recognition to those who have stood by him.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
    Writer:Ricky Gervais

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  5. After Life Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.0/10(3873 votes)

    #5 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    Tony pushes back on Matt's idea to go on a blind date. Also, Tony makes an introduction and issues an uncharacteristic apology.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
    Writer:Ricky Gervais

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  6. After Life Season 3 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.0/10(2139 votes)

    #6 - Episode 4

    S3:E4

    Matt searches for a sport at which he can beat Tony, Lenny asks Tony to be his best man, and Kath has dinner with a persnickety teacher.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. After Life Season 2 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.9/10(2914 votes)

    #7 - Episode 3

    S2:E3

    A turn of events at the paper hits Sandy hard. Roxy and Pat share a meal, and Tony tries to support Matt's desire to get back out there.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
    Writer:Ricky Gervais

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  8. After Life Season 2 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.9/10(2885 votes)

    #8 - Episode 4

    S2:E4

    Tony interviews a local woman addicted to corrective surgery. Later, he holds back the snark in hopes of cheering up Kath.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
    Writer:Ricky Gervais

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  9. After Life Season 2 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.9/10(2946 votes)

    #9 - Episode 5

    S2:E5

    The curtains go up on the community theater revue and things go about as well as can be expected. Tony receives devastating news.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
    Writer:Ricky Gervais

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  10. After Life Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.8/10(3871 votes)

    #10 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Tony hires a sex worker -- but it's not what you think. A trip to the comedy club turns awkward. The nurse gives Tony a piece of her mind.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
    Writer:Ricky Gervais

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  11. After Life Season 3 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.8/10(2236 votes)

    #11 - Episode 3

    S3:E3

    Tony takes a trip with Matt to honor his father. James has second thoughts about his new living arrangements. Tony helps Kath score a date.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. After Life Season 3 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.8/10(2141 votes)

    #12 - Episode 5

    S3:E5

    Anne gives Tony some advice on moving forward, Emma crosses paths with an old friend, Matt suffers a health scare, and James stands up for himself.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. After Life Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.7/10(4087 votes)

    #13 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    Thinking he has nothing to lose, Tony contemplates trying heroin. He babysits his nephew and starts to bond -- just a bit -- with Sandy.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
    Writer:Ricky Gervais

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  14. After Life Season 2 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.7/10(3008 votes)

    #14 - Episode 2

    S2:E2

    Lenny's girlfriend's son takes a position at the Gazette. Sandy contemplates writing a gossip column. Matt gets iffy advice from his therapist.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
    Writer:Ricky Gervais

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  15. After Life Season 2 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.6/10(3246 votes)

    #15 - Episode 1

    S2:E1

    Determined to be kind but still struggling to be happy, Tony attends a Zen meditation course with Matt, whose own marriage is on the rocks.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
    Writer:Ricky Gervais

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  16. After Life Season 3 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.5/10(2229 votes)

    #16 - Episode 2

    S3:E2

    The Tambury Gazette welcomes a gloomy new staffer. Meanwhile, Kath visits a psychic, and a restless James makes plans for his future.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. After Life Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.4/10(4550 votes)

    #17 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    Tony's cantankerous funk -- which he calls a superpower -- is taking a toll on his co-workers. Meanwhile, a new writer starts at The Tambury Gazette.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
    Writer:Ricky Gervais

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  18. After Life Season 3 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.2/10(2408 votes)

    #18 - Episode 1

    S3:E1

    Tony, who continues to keep Emma at arm's length, reluctantly agrees to go to Matt's house for a round of drinks. Brian bumps into a familiar face.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 6" is the best rated episode of "After Life". It scored 8.7/10 based on 4714 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/14/2022. This episode scored 0.5 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 6".