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The Best Episodes of Before Season 1

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

After tragically losing his wife, child psychiatrist Dr. Eli Adler encounters a troubled young boy who seems to have a haunting connection to Eli's past.
Genres:DramaMystery
Network:Apple TV+

Season 1 Ratings Summary

"The Imposter" is the best rated episode of "Before" season 1. It scored 7.4/10 based on 251 votes. Directed by Adam Bernstein and written by Sarah Thorp, it aired on 10/24/2024. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "The Scientist".

  • The Imposter
    7.4/10251 votes

    #1 - The Imposter

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 10/24/2024

    Dr. Eli Adler is a child psychiatrist haunted by his wife Lynn's death. One day, eight-year-old Noah shows up with inexplicable knowledge of Eli's life.

    Director: Adam Bernstein

    Writer: Sarah Thorp

  • The Scientist
    7.3/10206 votes

    #2 - The Scientist

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 10/24/2024

    After Noah's school outburst, Eli becomes more involved in his treatment, uncovering eerie drawings and chilling parallels to his own trauma.

    Director: Jet Wilkinson

    Writer: Sarah Thorp

  • The Liar
    6.9/10161 votes

    #3 - The Liar

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 10/31/2024

    Battling his demons and unresolved grief over Lynn's death, Eli grapples with his connection to Noah but reaches a breakthrough.

    Director: Jet Wilkinson

    Writer: Sarah Thorp

  • Symbols and Signs
    6.6/10136 votes

    #4 - Symbols and Signs

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 11/7/2024

    Unsettling connections between Lynn's secret project and Noah's drawings are discovered. Eli is forced to confront his skepticism.

    Director: David Petrarca

    Writer: Sarah Thorp

  • Folie à Deux
    7.0/10118 votes

    #5 - Folie à Deux

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 11/14/2024

    Noah's condition escalates at the hospital, leaving Denise desperate for answers. Eli finds recordings of Lynn's ex, Benjamin.

    Director: David Petrarca

    Writer: Emmy Grinwis

  • Fever Dream
    7.0/10103 votes

    #6 - Fever Dream

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 11/21/2024

    In a tense meeting, Eli explains his unorthodox method of treating Noah.

    Director: Emmanuel Osei-Kuffour, Jr.

    Writer: Desta Tedros Reff

  • The Power of Belief
    6.8/10106 votes

    #7 - The Power of Belief

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 11/26/2024

    To prevent Noah's transfer, Eli conducts a risky therapy session—and makes a startling revelation.

    Director: Emmanuel Osei-Kuffour, Jr.

    Writer: Howie Miller

  • When We Dead Awaken
    6.7/1098 votes

    #8 - When We Dead Awaken

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 12/5/2024

    When Eli discovers photos of a mysterious farmhouse, he sets out to find it.

    Director: Jet Wilkinson

    Writer: Joseph Sousa

  • And the Darkness Was Called Night
    6.9/1071 votes

    #9 - And the Darkness Was Called Night

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 12/12/2024

    Denise pleads for Eli's insight into Noah's condition. Eli aims to solve the puzzle of his connection with Noah.

    Director: Zetna Fuentes

    Writer: N/A

  • Before
    6.1/1066 votes

    #10 - Before

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 12/19/2024

    Eli races against time to save Noah.

    Director: Jet Wilkinson

    Writer: N/A