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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!

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.
Genres:DramaComedy
Network:Netflix

Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Antarctica" is the best rated episode of "Atypical" season 1. It scored 8/10 based on 1958 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".

  • Antarctica
    8.0/101,958 votes

    #1 - Antarctica

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 8/11/2017

    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

    Writer: Robia Rashid

  • A Human Female
    7.6/101,622 votes

    #2 - A Human Female

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 8/11/2017

    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.

    Director: Michael Patrick Jann

    Writer: Michael Oppenhuizen

  • Julia Says
    7.8/101,535 votes

    #3 - Julia Says

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 8/11/2017

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

    Director: Michael Patrick Jann

    Writer: Brian Tanen

  • A Nice Neutral Smell
    8.2/101,529 votes

    #4 - A Nice Neutral Smell

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 8/11/2017

    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

    Writer: Annabel Oakes

  • That’s My Sweatshirt
    8.1/101,461 votes

    #5 - That’s My Sweatshirt

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 8/11/2017

    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.

    Director: Michael Patrick Jann

    Writer: Dennis Saldua

  • The D-Train to Bone Town
    8.1/101,404 votes

    #6 - The D-Train to Bone Town

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 8/11/2017

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

    Director: Michael Patrick Jann

    Writer: Michael Oppenhuizen, Jen Regan

  • I Lost My Poor Meatball
    8.1/101,400 votes

    #7 - I Lost My Poor Meatball

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 8/11/2017

    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

    Writer: Robia Rashid

  • The Silencing Properties of Snow
    8.8/101,690 votes

    #8 - The Silencing Properties of Snow

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 8/11/2017

    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.

    Director: Michael Patrick Jann

    Writer: Robia Rashid