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The Best Episodes of Dying for Sex Season 1

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

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After Molly Kochan receives a diagnosis of Stage IV metastatic breast cancer, she leaves her husband and explores the full breadth and complexity of her sexual desires for the first time in her life.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Dying for Sex Season 1 Episode 1 - Good Value Diet Soda
    7.2/10(818 votes)

    #1 - Good Value Diet Soda

    S1:E1

    Molly leans on her best friend Nikki after receiving a distressing diagnosis.

    Director:Shannon Murphy
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Dying for Sex Season 1 Episode 2 - Masturbation Is Important
    7.1/10(512 votes)

    #2 - Masturbation Is Important

    S1:E2

    Molly dodges her treatment plan and follows her own desires. Nikki struggles in her new role as Molly's caretaker.

    Director:Chris Teague
    Writer:Sheila Callaghan

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  3. Dying for Sex Season 1 Episode 3 - Feelings Can Become Amplified
    7.4/10(475 votes)

    #3 - Feelings Can Become Amplified

    S1:E3

    Molly tries to maintain a positive attitude despite disturbances from her new neighbor.

    Director:Chris Teague
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Dying for Sex Season 1 Episode 4 - Topping Is a Sacred Skill
    7.5/10(460 votes)

    #4 - Topping Is a Sacred Skill

    S1:E4

    Molly and Nikki attend a sex party, and Molly's desires lead her to unexpected places.

    Director:Shannon Murphy
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Dying for Sex Season 1 Episode 5 - My Pet
    7.6/10(441 votes)

    #5 - My Pet

    S1:E5

    Molly's mother, Gail, comes for a visit.

    Director:Shannon Murphy
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Dying for Sex Season 1 Episode 6 - Happy Holidays
    7.6/10(433 votes)

    #6 - Happy Holidays

    S1:E6

    Molly confronts her past, as Nikki struggles to find balance.

    Director:Shannon Murphy
    Writer:Sabrina Wu

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  7. Dying for Sex Season 1 Episode 7 - You’re Killing Me, Ernie
    7.9/10(435 votes)

    #7 - You’re Killing Me, Ernie

    S1:E7

    Molly has a visitor at the hospital.

    Director:Shannon Murphy
    Writer:Elizabeth Meriwether

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  8. Dying for Sex Season 1 Episode 8 - It's Not That Serious
    8.7/10(542 votes)

    #8 - It's Not That Serious

    S1:E8

    Molly reflects on her life.

    Director:Shannon Murphy
    Writer:Kim Rosenstock

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Good Value Diet Soda" is the best rated episode of "Dying for Sex" season 1. It scored 7.2/10 based on 818 votes. Directed by Shannon Murphy and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/4/2025. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Masturbation Is Important".