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The Best Episodes of Back to the Frontier

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

Best episode
S1E6 Little Schoolhouse, Big Lessons
8.630 votes
Worst episode
S1E1 Back To The 1880's
7.073 votes
Top season
Season 1
8.0avg
Binge time
5h 52m
8 episodes
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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Back to the Frontier Season 1 Episode 6 - Little Schoolhouse, Big Lessons
    8.6/10(30 votes)

    S1:E6

    After weeks of tension, the Halls and Lopers attempt to clear the air, while Mia has a rough first day as the homestead community’s new teacher.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Back to the Frontier Season 1 Episode 4 - A Harrowing Tale
    8.4/10(28 votes)

    S1:E4

    As the families struggle with the frontier's gender roles, the Lopers and Hanna-Riggs learn what 1880's life would have been like for their families.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Back to the Frontier Season 1 Episode 5 - New Arrivals on the Homestead
    8.3/10(30 votes)

    S1:E5

    As fresh faces arrive at the Hanna-Riggs homestead, the Halls attempt to make up for their huge overspend at the auction.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Back to the Frontier Season 1 Episode 3 - A Whole "Lot" of Trouble
    8.1/10(34 votes)

    S1:E3

    After auction tensions between Lopers and Halls escalate, the Hall sisters organize an ice cream social to bring frontier families together.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Back to the Frontier Season 1 Episode 7 - Bringing Home the Bacon
    8.0/10(20 votes)

    S1:E7

    With temperatures dropping, the families must focus on fully stocking their winter pantries and harvesting an entire acre of wheat by hand.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Back to the Frontier Season 1 Episode 8 - Prove It or Lose It
    7.9/10(20 votes)

    S1:E8

    Time is running out as the families rush to complete all their homestead goals -- but will they vouch for their neighbors to secure their land?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Back to the Frontier Season 1 Episode 2 - No Place Like Homestead
    7.9/10(39 votes)

    S1:E2

    After the families attempt to cook their first hot meal, the Lopers bring the community together to help with needed repairs on their home.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Back to the Frontier Season 1 Episode 1 - Back To The 1880's
    7.0/10(73 votes)

    S1:E1

    As they settle into their homesteads, the Hanna-Riggs, the Lopers and the Halls face the harsh realities of life without modern conveniences.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Little Schoolhouse, Big Lessons" is the best rated episode of Back to the Frontier. It scored 8.6/10 from 30 votes. Written and directed by Unknown, it aired on August 14, 2025. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "A Harrowing Tale".

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