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The Best Episodes of American Vandal

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

The Best Episodes of American Vandal

A true-crime satire that explores the aftermath of a costly high school prank that left twenty-seven faculty cars vandalized with phallic images.

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  1. Background image for The Dump
    9.1/10(958 votes)

    #1 - The Dump

    S2:E8

    Who is the Turd Burglar, and why did they do it? Are Peter and Sam still chasing the truth, or has it been right under their nose the whole time?

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  2. Background image for Climax
    8.6/10(929 votes)

    #2 - Climax

    S1:E7

    Peter and Sam follow a lead that could reveal the vandal’s primary target, and a new theory gives them hope that they may finally solve the case.

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  3. Background image for Sh*t Storm
    8.6/10(656 votes)

    #3 - Sh*t Storm

    S2:E7

    A student's sudden lack of cooperation slows the investigation, but an incident in the school parking lot sends Peter and Sam down a new path.

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  4. Background image for Clean Up
    8.5/10(968 votes)

    #4 - Clean Up

    S1:E8

    Peter is forced to reckon with his actions and attempts to learn lessons in the aftermath of the documentary. But the investigation might not be over.

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  5. Background image for Premature Theories
    8.2/10(890 votes)

    #5 - Premature Theories

    S1:E5

    After the documentary goes viral, Peter deals with publicity and sorts through various fan theories. Video evidence from a party provides new clues.

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  6. Background image for All Backed Up
    8.1/10(596 votes)

    #6 - All Backed Up

    S2:E6

    An interview with a former St. Bernardine student gives the guys confidence that they're on the right track with their most recent theory.

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  8. Background image for The Brownout
    8.0/10(758 votes)

    #7 - The Brownout

    S2:E1

    Peter and Sam travel to a prestigious private high school in Bellevue, Washington, to document the story of a filthy vandal called the "Turd Burglar."

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  9. Background image for Leaving a Mark
    8.0/10(633 votes)

    #8 - Leaving a Mark

    S2:E3

    As Peter learns more about basketball star DeMarcus Tillman, he uncovers evidence of athletes getting preferential treatment at St. Bernardine.

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  10. Background image for Growing Suspicion
    7.9/10(881 votes)

    #9 - Growing Suspicion

    S1:E4

    Peter takes a close look at the "Morning Show Nine," a group of students -- including Peter and Sam -- who had access to the missing security footage.

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  11. Background image for Gag Order
    7.9/10(849 votes)

    #10 - Gag Order

    S1:E6

    As Peter and Sam continue to gather information, they run afoul of the school administration and could lose access. Dylan prepares for his trial.

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  12. Background image for Sh*t Talk
    7.9/10(603 votes)

    #11 - Sh*t Talk

    S2:E4

    As Sam and Peter comb through digital clues, they hope a technology glitch might open up some new leads. But a low-tech discovery leaves them reeling.

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  13. Background image for Wiped Clean
    7.9/10(589 votes)

    #12 - Wiped Clean

    S2:E5

    A former janitor becomes a potential key witness, but Peter and Sam struggle to track him down. Meanwhile, they examine a student trip to Costa Rica.

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  14. Background image for A Limp Alibi
    7.8/10(973 votes)

    #13 - A Limp Alibi

    S1:E2

    Key witness Alex Trimboli's account of the incident comes under fire when other students doubt his boasts of drunkenness and sexual exploits.

    Director:Tony Yacenda
    Writer:Dan Lagana
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  15. Background image for Nailed
    7.8/10(910 votes)

    #14 - Nailed

    S1:E3

    Peter scrutinizes the motives of Ms. Shapiro, the Spanish teacher who testified against Dylan. Another teacher makes a surprising accusation.

    Director:Tony Yacenda
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    7.8/10(657 votes)

    #15 - #2

    S2:E2

    Peter and Sam highlight Kevin McClain and his friendships as they start to break down the version of events supported by the school and police.

    Director:Tony Yacenda
    Writer:Dan Lagana
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  17. Background image for Hard Facts: Vandalism and Vulgarity
    7.6/10(1.1k votes)

    #16 - Hard Facts: Vandalism and Vulgarity

    S1:E1

    When senior class clown Dylan Maxwell is expelled for vandalism, sophomore Peter Maldonado begins an investigation that questions Dylan's guilt.

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Best Episodes Summary

"The Dump" is the best rated episode of "American Vandal". It scored 9.1/10 based on 958 votes. Directed by Tony Yacenda and written by Matthew McManus, Kevin McManus, it aired on 9/14/2018. This episode scored 0.5 points higher than the second highest rated, "Climax".