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The Best Episodes of Frasier Season 1

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

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After many years spent at the “Cheers” bar, Frasier moves back home to Seattle to work as a radio psychiatrist after his policeman father gets shot in the hip on duty.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Frasier Season 1 Episode 21 - Travels with Martin
    8.7/10(1646 votes)

    S1:E21

    Frasier's attempts at a father-son vacation turn into an outrageous road trip, with Niles and Daphne along for the ride.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writers:Vic Rauseo, Linda Morris

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  2. Frasier Season 1 Episode 24 - My Coffee with Niles
    8.7/10(1612 votes)

    S1:E24

    When Niles asks Frasier if he's happy after his first year back in Seattle, the question opens up a comical and revealing family dialogue.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writers:Peter Casey, David Angell

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  3. Frasier Season 1 Episode 17 - A Midwinter Night's Dream
    8.6/10(1544 votes)

    S1:E17

    Niles faces the ultimate temptation when he and Daphne are trapped in his home during a violent storm.

    Director:David Clark Lee
    Writers:Anne Flett-Giordano, Chuck Ranberg

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  4. Frasier Season 1 Episode 1 - The Good Son
    8.5/10(2219 votes)

    S1:E1

    Psychiatrist Frasier Crane returns to his hometown of Seattle to host a radio talk show, but soon discovers he could use a shrink himself when his father moves in.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writers:Peter Casey, David Angell, David Clark Lee

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  5. Frasier Season 1 Episode 23 - Frasier Crane's Day Off
    8.5/10(1514 votes)

    S1:E23

    While home sick with the flu, Frasier becomes paranoid that everyone, including his own brother Niles, is out to take over his show.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writers:Anne Flett-Giordano, Chuck Ranberg

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  6. Frasier Season 1 Episode 12 - Miracle on Third or Fourth Street
    8.4/10(1627 votes)

    S1:E12

    When his son cannot spend the holidays with him, a melancholy Frasier learns the true spirit of Christmas from a group of strangers.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writer:Christopher Lloyd

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  7. Frasier Season 1 Episode 16 - The Show Where Lilith Comes Back
    8.3/10(1492 votes)

    S1:E16

    After finding a long-lost letter of reconciliation from Frasier, Lilith comes to Seattle and tries to rekindle their relationship.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writers:Ken Levine, David Isaacs

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  8. Frasier Season 1 Episode 3 - Dinner at Eight
    8.1/10(1693 votes)

    S1:E3

    It's a culinary culture clash when Frasier and Niles join their father for dinner at his favorite restaurant.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writers:Anne Flett-Giordano, Chuck Ranberg

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  9. Frasier Season 1 Episode 22 - Author, Author
    8.1/10(1412 votes)

    S1:E22

    Sibling rivalry flares when Frasier and Niles decide to collaborate on a self-help book.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writers:Don Seigel, Jerry Perzigian

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  10. Frasier Season 1 Episode 8 - Beloved Infidel
    8.0/10(1457 votes)

    S1:E8

    When Frasier and Niles see their father dining with an old family friend, they conclude that Martin once had an affair with the woman.

    Director:Andy Ackerman
    Writer:Leslie Eberhard

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  11. Frasier Season 1 Episode 19 - Give Him the Chair!
    8.0/10(1378 votes)

    S1:E19

    Frasier learns that sentiment is more important than style after he accidentally loses his father's old armchair.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writers:Anne Flett-Giordano, Chuck Ranberg

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  12. Frasier Season 1 Episode 2 - Space Quest
    7.9/10(1686 votes)

    S1:E2

    Fed up with a lack of privacy at home and at work, Frasier decides it's time for his father to move out.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writers:Denise Moss, Sy Dukane

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  13. Frasier Season 1 Episode 9 - Selling Out
    7.9/10(1408 votes)

    S1:E9

    When Frasier is lured into doing on-air endorsements, his professional credibility comes under fire.

    Director:Andy Ackerman
    Writer:Lloyd Garver

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  14. Frasier Season 1 Episode 10 - Oops
    7.9/10(1390 votes)

    S1:E10

    When Frasier contributes to the rumor mill, he causes Bulldog to lose his job.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writers:Denise Moss, Sy Dukane

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  15. Frasier Season 1 Episode 13 - Guess Who's Coming To Breakfast?
    7.9/10(1401 votes)

    S1:E13

    Martin is furious with Frasier when he spills the secrets of his father's love life on the air.

    Director:Andy Ackerman
    Writer:Molly Newman

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  16. Frasier Season 1 Episode 4 - I Hate Frasier Crane
    7.8/10(1578 votes)

    S1:E4

    After trading barbs with a newspaper columnist, Frasier rises to the challenge of a fist fight.

    Directors:James Burrows, David Clark Lee
    Writer:Christopher Lloyd

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  17. Frasier Season 1 Episode 5 - Here's Looking at You
    7.8/10(1518 votes)

    S1:E5

    Frasier plays matchmaker for his father and the eligible bachelorette Martin spied through his telescope.

    Director:Andy Ackerman
    Writer:Brad Hall

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  18. Frasier Season 1 Episode 7 - Call Me Irresponsible
    7.8/10(1483 votes)

    S1:E7

    Frasier faces a personal and professional dilemma when he begins dating the ex-girlfriend of one of his radio show callers.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writers:Anne Flett-Giordano, Chuck Ranberg

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  19. Frasier Season 1 Episode 15 - You Can't Tell a Crook by His Cover
    7.7/10(1358 votes)

    S1:E15

    After Frasier claims he can spot a criminal in a crowd, Martin challenges him to identify the ex-con in his poker group.

    Director:Andy Ackerman
    Writer:David Lloyd

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  20. Frasier Season 1 Episode 18 - And the Whimper is...
    7.7/10(1293 votes)

    S1:E18

    When Frasier's show is nominated for a local broadcasting award, Roz suggests they "persuade" the judges by plying them with gifts.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writers:Denise Moss, Sy Dukane

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  21. Frasier Season 1 Episode 6 - The Crucible
    7.6/10(1485 votes)

    S1:E6

    Frasier is furious when he learns that his newest art purchase is actually a fake.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writers:Denise Moss, Sy Dukane

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  22. Frasier Season 1 Episode 11 - Death Becomes Him
    7.6/10(1379 votes)

    S1:E11

    When a seemingly healthy colleague dies unexpectedly, Frasier becomes obsessed with his own mortality.

    Director:Andy Ackerman
    Writer:Leslie Eberhard

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  23. Frasier Season 1 Episode 14 - Can't Buy Me Love
    7.6/10(1377 votes)

    S1:E14

    Frasier looks forward to a hot date with a beautiful model who "bought" him in a celebrity bachelor auction.

    Director:James Burrows
    Writers:Anne Flett-Giordano, Chuck Ranberg

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  24. Frasier Season 1 Episode 20 - Fortysomething
    7.5/10(1316 votes)

    S1:E20

    Panicked at the prospect of growing old, Frasier seeks solace in the pursuit of a pretty young woman who shows an interest in him.

    Director:Rick Beren
    Writers:Denise Moss, Sy Dukane

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Travels with Martin" is the best rated episode of "Frasier" season 1. It scored 8.7/10 based on 1646 votes. Directed by James Burrows and written by Vic Rauseo, Linda Morris, it aired on 4/14/1994. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "My Coffee with Niles".