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The Best Episodes of Atypical Season 1

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

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Sam, an 18-year-old on the autism spectrum, takes a funny, yet painful, journey of self-discovery for love and independence and upends his family.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Atypical Season 1 Episode 1 - Antarctica
    8.0/10(2023 votes)

    #1 - Antarctica

    S1:E1

    Interested in having a girlfriend, Sam researches dating advice and puts it to the test. Meanwhile, his overprotective mom Elsa must learn to let go.

    Director:Seth Gordon

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  2. Atypical Season 1 Episode 2 - A Human Female
    7.6/10(1671 votes)

    #2 - A Human Female

    S1:E2

    When Sam learns his crush is already taken, dad Doug helps him woo her. A lost credit card sends Elsa back to the bar. Casey hears rumors about Evan.

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  3. Atypical Season 1 Episode 3 - Julia Says
    7.8/10(1585 votes)

    #3 - Julia Says

    S1:E3

    Sam decides to update his look. Casey learns a family secret. Feeling like her family no longer needs her, Elsa seeks attention elsewhere.

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  4. Atypical Season 1 Episode 4 - A Nice Neutral Smell
    8.3/10(1577 votes)

    #4 - A Nice Neutral Smell

    S1:E4

    When a classmate shows interest in him, Sam makes a list of pros and cons to see whether she's girlfriend material. Casey gets a prestigious offer.

    Director:Seth Gordon

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  5. Atypical Season 1 Episode 5 - That’s My Sweatshirt
    8.1/10(1511 votes)

    #5 - That’s My Sweatshirt

    S1:E5

    Sam becomes rattled after Paige invades his bedroom. Casey visits Clayton Prep and gets a taste of what life away from her brother would be like.

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  6. Atypical Season 1 Episode 6 - The D-Train to Bone Town
    8.1/10(1456 votes)

    #6 - The D-Train to Bone Town

    S1:E6

    Paige proposes having an autism-friendly school dance to the PTA. Sam makes preparations for losing his virginity. Doug and Julia help each other.

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  8. Atypical Season 1 Episode 7 - I Lost My Poor Meatball
    8.1/10(1450 votes)

    #7 - I Lost My Poor Meatball

    S1:E7

    When Paige makes a confession to Sam, he creates a checklist to figure how he feels. Things with Nick suddenly get too real for Elsa.

    Director:Joe Kessler

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  9. Atypical Season 1 Episode 8 - The Silencing Properties of Snow
    8.8/10(1742 votes)

    #8 - The Silencing Properties of Snow

    S1:E8

    After a disastrous dinner with Paige's family, Sam makes amends at the school dance. Casey's fury at her mom affects her relationship with Evan.

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Antarctica" is the best rated episode of "Atypical" season 1. It scored 8/10 based on 2023 votes. Directed by Seth Gordon and written by Robia Rashid, it aired on 8/11/2017. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "A Human Female".