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The Best Episodes of Common Side Effects

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

Best episode
S1E10 Raid
9.01,216 votes
Worst episode
S1E1 Pilot
8.11,565 votes
Top season
Season 1
8.4avg
Binge time
3h 47m
10 episodes

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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Common Side Effects Season 1 Episode 10 - Raid
    9.0/10(1216 votes)
    S1:E10

    Dangerous forces converge on Marshall's camp.

    Director:Camille Bozec
    Writer:Steve Hely

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  2. Common Side Effects Season 1 Episode 9 - Cliff's Edge
    8.8/10(1101 votes)
    S1:E9

    Marshall's mushroom project grows out of hand.

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  3. Common Side Effects Season 1 Episode 6 - In the System
    8.4/10(1066 votes)
    S1:E6

    Stuck in jail, Marshall faces new threats.

    Director:Vincent Tsui
    Writer:Jon Foor

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  4. Common Side Effects Season 1 Episode 8 - Amelia & Wyatt
    8.3/10(1002 votes)
    S1:E8

    Marshall and his new ally make a bold move.

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  5. Common Side Effects Season 1 Episode 5 - Star-Tel-Lite
    8.3/10(1105 votes)
    S1:E5

    Marshall, Frances, and their crazy neighbors deal with the aftermath of a dangerous incident.

    Director:Sean Buckelew
    Writer:Dave King

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  6. Common Side Effects Season 1 Episode 4 - Dumpsite
    8.3/10(1152 votes)
    S1:E4

    Frances tracks down Marshall in an unlikely location.

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  8. Common Side Effects Season 1 Episode 7 - Blowfish
    8.2/10(1014 votes)
    S1:E7

    A chance encounter offers a risky opportunity for escape.

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  9. Common Side Effects Season 1 Episode 2 - Lakeshore Limited
    8.2/10(1324 votes)
    S1:E2

    Marshall's forced on the run as the DEA pursues him.

    Director:Sean Buckelew
    Writer:Steve Hely

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  10. Common Side Effects Season 1 Episode 3 - Hildy
    8.1/10(1214 votes)
    S1:E3

    Marshall visits an old mentor as new pressures mount.

    Director:Vincent Tsui

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  11. Common Side Effects Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    8.1/10(1565 votes)
    S1:E1

    Marshall meets his old high school classmate Frances and lets her in on a world-changing secret.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Raid" is the best rated episode of Common Side Effects. It scored 9.0/10 from 1,216 votes. Directed by Camille Bozec and written by Steve Hely, it aired on March 30, 2025. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Cliff's Edge".

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