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The Best Episodes of Away

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

American astronaut Emma Green must leave her husband and teenage daughter behind to command an international space crew embarking upon a treacherous mission. A series...
Genres:Sci-Fi & FantasyDrama
Network:Netflix

Best Episodes Summary

"Home" is the best rated episode of "Away". It scored 7.9/10 based on 823 votes. Directed by Jet Wilkinson and written by Andrew Hinderaker, it aired on 9/4/2020. This episode scored 0.7 points higher than the second highest rated, "Negative Return".

  • Home
    7.9/10823 votes
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    #1 - Home

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 9/4/2020

    With only hours to go before Atlas' planned touchdown on Mars, Emma is confronted with everything that could go wrong, while Lu receives new orders.

    Director: Jet Wilkinson

    Writer: Andrew Hinderaker

  • Negative Return
    7.2/10948 votes
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    #2 - Negative Return

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 9/4/2020

    When a ship malfunction threatens the voyage before it's barely begun, Emma works with a wary Misha on a high-risk repair operation.

    Director: Jeffrey Reiner

    Writer: Jessica Goldberg

  • Spektr
    7.1/10696 votes
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    #3 - Spektr

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 9/4/2020

    Emotions run high as rapidly dwindling water rations on the Atlas leave the crew and Mission Control scrambling to find a fix before time runs out.

    Director: Charlotte Brändström

    Writer: Jessica Goldberg

  • Go
    7.0/101,124 votes
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    #4 - Go

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 9/4/2020

    As the mission launches, Emma finds her mettle as commander tested by an onboard accident, a divided crew and a family emergency back on Earth.

    Director: Edward Zwick

    Writer: Andrew Hinderaker

  • A Little Faith
    7.0/10709 votes
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    #5 - A Little Faith

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 9/4/2020

    Tempers flare on the Atlas over a water-system glitch and an act of betrayal. As Matt works on the ship's issue, he accidentally meets Lex's new friend.

    Director: David Boyd

    Writer: Janine Nabers

  • Vital Signs
    7.0/10665 votes
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    #6 - Vital Signs

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 9/4/2020

    A problem with Atlas' supply ship jeopardizes the mission and sparks questions about Emma's commitment to landing on Mars.

    Director: Charlotte Brändström

    Writer: Chris Jones

  • Half the Sky
    6.9/10916 votes
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    #7 - Half the Sky

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 9/4/2020

    A staff change at Mission Control upsets the usually unflappable Lu, and the fallout undermines Emma's command. Matt encourages Lex to return to school.

    Director: Jeffrey Reiner

    Writer: Andrew Hinderaker

  • Space Dogs
    6.8/10758 votes
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    #8 - Space Dogs

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 9/4/2020

    As Christmas approaches, the crew prepares to make their final calls home before communication grows spotty. Matt and Lex adjust to their new normal.

    Director: Bronwen Hughes

    Writer: Jason Katims

  • Goodnight Mars
    6.7/10706 votes
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    #9 - Goodnight Mars

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 9/4/2020

    Emma's behavior becomes a cause for concern, Kwesi and Lu team up on a plant mystery, and Lex makes an impulsive decision with far-reaching consequences.

    Director: David Boyd

    Writer: Aditi Brennan Kapil

  • Excellent Chariots
    6.6/10772 votes
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    #10 - Excellent Chariots

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 9/4/2020

    Emma puts herself in harm's way when Ram unwittingly endangers the lives of everyone on the Atlas. Matt must make a wrenching decision about his future.

    Director: Bronwen Hughes

    Writer: Ellen Fairey