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The Best Episodes of Dear X Season 1

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

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Behind a beautiful face hides a cruel nature—Baek Ah-jin, who sees through and manipulates others' hearts. After stepping on the sacrifices of many to reach the top, everything begins to change the moment she arrives

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Dear X Season 1 Episode 1 - Her "Xs"
    8.8/10(300 votes)

    #1 - Her "Xs"

    S1:E1

    When Sung-hee attempts to expose Ah-jin's secrets, she strikes back with the help of fellow classmates.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Dear X Season 1 Episode 2 - The Moment a Human Becomes a Devil
    8.6/10(270 votes)

    #2 - The Moment a Human Becomes a Devil

    S1:E2

    Ah-jin is accepted into her dream law school, but her dreams are crushed when her father returns.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Dear X Season 1 Episode 3 - Breaking the Shackles
    8.8/10(282 votes)

    #3 - Breaking the Shackles

    S1:E3

    With her dream shattered, Ah-jin begins to work at a cafe and secretly schemes to manipulate Jung-ho.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Dear X Season 1 Episode 4 - No Turning Back
    8.5/10(270 votes)

    #4 - No Turning Back

    S1:E4

    As suspicions fall on Ah-jin with nowhere to turn, she is approached by Mi-ri, who steps in to save her.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Dear X Season 1 Episode 5 - Grant Me the Power to Rise to the Top
    8.5/10(228 votes)

    #5 - Grant Me the Power to Rise to the Top

    S1:E5

    Ah-jin makes her debut as an actress and grows increasingly wary of Lena.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Dear X Season 1 Episode 6 - Setting the Trap
    8.6/10(227 votes)

    #6 - Setting the Trap

    S1:E6

    Determined to advance her career, Ah-jin sets her sights on top star, Heo In-gang.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Dear X Season 1 Episode 7 - The Wheel of Fate
    8.8/10(200 votes)

    #7 - The Wheel of Fate

    S1:E7

    Ah-jin's year-long romance with In-gang deepens, but her past is at risk of being exposed.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Dear X Season 1 Episode 8 - Before Judgment
    8.7/10(201 votes)

    #8 - Before Judgment

    S1:E8

    After his grandmother's passing, In-gang proposes, but Ah-jin ends their relationship instead.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Dear X Season 1 Episode 9 - New Heights
    8.5/10(168 votes)

    #9 - New Heights

    S1:E9

    As Ah-jin faces public backlash for her break up with In-gang, a wealthy savior comes to her rescue.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Dear X Season 1 Episode 10 - The Monster in the Mirror
    8.4/10(172 votes)

    #10 - The Monster in the Mirror

    S1:E10

    Jun-seo learns the secret of his birth and leaves Ah-jin’s side while she marries Do-hyuk.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Dear X Season 1 Episode 11 - Save Me, My God
    8.5/10(168 votes)

    #11 - Save Me, My God

    S1:E11

    Ah-jin discovers the unnerving truth about her husband. Desperate to break free, she turns to Jae-oh.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Dear X Season 1 Episode 12 - The Final X
    7.4/10(208 votes)

    #12 - The Final X

    S1:E12

    Ah-jin’s deepest darkest secrets are revealed just as she rises to the very top.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Her "Xs"" is the best rated episode of "Dear X" season 1. It scored 8.8/10 based on 300 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/6/2025. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "The Moment a Human Becomes a Devil".