The Best Episodes of Away Season 1
Every episode of Away Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Away Season 1!
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 about hope, humanity and how we need one another if we are to achieve impossible things.
Season 1 Ratings Summary
The best episode of "Away" season 1 is "Go", rated 7/10 from 1122 user votes. It was directed by Edward Zwick and written by Andrew Hinderaker. "Go" aired on 9/4/2020 and is rated 0.2 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Negative Return".
7.0/10 1,122 votes#1 - 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
7.2/10 946 votes#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
6.9/10 912 votes#3 - 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
6.6/10 769 votes#4 - 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
6.8/10 754 votes#5 - 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
7.0/10 706 votes#6 - 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
6.7/10 703 votes#7 - 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
7.0/10 662 votes#8 - 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
7.1/10 693 votes#9 - 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
7.9/10 820 votes#10 - 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