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The Best Episodes of Boy Swallows Universe Season 1

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

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A young boy growing up in the suburbs of 1980s Brisbane faces the harsh realities of life — and the looming dangers that threaten his family.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Boy Swallows Universe Season 1 Episode 1 - Boy Smells Rat
    7.3/10(704 votes)

    #1 - Boy Smells Rat

    S1:E1

    Eli starts the day with a turbulent driving lesson from Slim. School bullies confront Eli with a challenge, but a teacher catches them in the act.

    Director:Bharat Nalluri
    Writer:John Collee

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  2. Boy Swallows Universe Season 1 Episode 2 - Boy Gets Chop
    7.8/10(581 votes)

    #2 - Boy Gets Chop

    S1:E2

    Lyle shows Eli and Gus around his workplace and introduces them to his boss, Tytus Broz. Later, a surprise visit to Eli's house leads to trouble.

    Director:Bharat Nalluri
    Writer:John Collee

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  3. Boy Swallows Universe Season 1 Episode 3 - Run Boy Run
    7.9/10(533 votes)

    #3 - Run Boy Run

    S1:E3

    Frankie gets herself in trouble for protecting her sons. Eli searches for a way back home to look for his stepdad — and his missing stash.

    Director:Jocelyn Moorhouse
    Writer:John Collee

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  4. Boy Swallows Universe Season 1 Episode 4 - Boy Loses Dad
    8.3/10(572 votes)

    #4 - Boy Loses Dad

    S1:E4

    Caitlyn continues investigating Lyle's disappearance. Accompanied by police, the school's guidance counselor checks on the boys.

    Director:Jocelyn Moorhouse
    Writer:John Collee

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  5. Boy Swallows Universe Season 1 Episode 5 - Boy Takes Flight
    8.2/10(517 votes)

    #5 - Boy Takes Flight

    S1:E5

    Eli asks for a big favor from Slim's old acquaintance and comes across a major clue about Lyle's disappearance.

    Director:Jocelyn Moorhouse
    Writer:John Collee

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  6. Boy Swallows Universe Season 1 Episode 6 - Boy Seeks Work
    7.8/10(505 votes)

    #6 - Boy Seeks Work

    S1:E6

    Eli and Gus show Frankie what they've planned for their future. Later, Eli attempts to get a job as a journalist at the local paper.

    Director:Kim Mordaunt
    Writer:John Collee

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  7. Boy Swallows Universe Season 1 Episode 7 - Boy Meets End
    7.8/10(579 votes)

    #7 - Boy Meets End

    S1:E7

    Eli finds an unlikely source for a story to submit to The Courier-Mail. New evidence leads Caitlyn to uncover the truth about the criminal underworld.

    Director:Kim Mordaunt
    Writer:John Collee

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Boy Smells Rat" is the best rated episode of "Boy Swallows Universe" season 1. It scored 7.3/10 based on 704 votes. Directed by Bharat Nalluri and written by John Collee, it aired on 1/11/2024. This episode is rated 0.5 points higher than the second-best, "Boy Gets Chop".