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The Best Episodes of Fear the Walking Dead Season 1

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

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What did the world look like as it was transforming into the horrifying apocalypse depicted in "The Walking Dead"? This spin-off set in Los Angeles, following new characters as they face the beginning of the

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Fear the Walking Dead Season 1 Episode 6 - The Good Man
    8.3/10(8350 votes)

    S1:E6

    As civil unrest grows, and the dead take over, Travis and Madison try to devise ways to protect their families.

    Director:Stefan Schwartz
    Writers:Dave Erickson, Robert Kirkman

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  2. Fear the Walking Dead Season 1 Episode 3 - The Dog
    7.7/10(7642 votes)

    S1:E3

    After they escape a riot, Travis, Liza and Chris seek refuge with the Salazars; Madison defends her home.

    Director:Adam Davidson
    Writer:Jack LoGiudice

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  3. Fear the Walking Dead Season 1 Episode 2 - So Close, Yet So Far
    7.6/10(8475 votes)

    S1:E2

    While Madison struggles to keep Nick from crippling withdrawal, Travis ventures out to find his son before the city of Los Angeles falls.

    Director:Adam Davidson
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Fear the Walking Dead Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.5/10(10311 votes)

    S1:E1

    A highly dysfunctional blended family is forced together when they realize a reported virus is actually the onset of the undead apocalypse.

    Director:Adam Davidson
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Fear the Walking Dead Season 1 Episode 5 - Cobalt
    7.4/10(6772 votes)

    S1:E5

    The National Guard's plan for the neighborhood is revealed; Travis and Madison make a difficult decision.

    Director:Kari Skogland
    Writer:David Wiener

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  6. Fear the Walking Dead Season 1 Episode 4 - Not Fade Away
    7.2/10(7068 votes)

    S1:E4

    Madison and Travis see different sides of the National Guard's occupation in their neighborhood; the family tries to adapt to the new world.

    Director:Kari Skogland
    Writer:Meaghan Oppenheimer

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"The Good Man" is the best rated episode of "Fear the Walking Dead" season 1. It scored 8.3/10 based on 8350 votes. Directed by Stefan Schwartz and written by Dave Erickson, Robert Kirkman, it aired on 10/4/2015. This episode is rated 0.6 points higher than the second-best, "The Dog".