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The Best Episodes of GLOW Season 1

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

In 1980s LA, a crew of misfits reinvent themselves as the Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling.
Genres:ComedyDrama
Network:Netflix

Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Pilot" is the best rated episode of "GLOW" season 1. It scored 7.7/10 based on 1781 votes. Directed by Jesse Peretz and written by Liz Flahive, Carly Mensch, it aired on 6/23/2017. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Slouch. Submit.".

  • Pilot
    7.7/101,781 votes

    #1 - Pilot

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 6/23/2017

    Desperate to jump-start her career, struggling actress Ruth heads to a casting call at an LA gym -- and quickly realizes it's not a typical audition.

    Director: Jesse Peretz

    Writer: Liz Flahive, Carly Mensch

  • Slouch. Submit.
    7.4/101,512 votes

    #2 - Slouch. Submit.

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 6/23/2017

    Cherry tries to whip the final group into shape, while Sam sets out in pursuit of a star for his show. Ruth acts out an uncomfortable scene.

    Director: Wendey Stanzler

    Writer: Liz Flahive, Carly Mensch

  • The Wrath of Kuntar
    7.6/101,396 votes

    #3 - The Wrath of Kuntar

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 6/23/2017

    Sam's flashy young producer drops in and whisks the girls off to Malibu to party. But artistic differences soon threaten to spoil the fun.

    Director: Claire Scanlon

    Writer: Nick Jones

  • The Dusty Spur
    7.5/101,343 votes

    #4 - The Dusty Spur

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 6/23/2017

    With just five weeks left to crank out a show, Sam and Bash move all the ladies into a motel. Ruth struggles to nail down a memorable character.

    Director: Melanie Mayron

    Writer: Sascha Rothchild

  • Debbie Does Something
    8.0/101,307 votes

    #5 - Debbie Does Something

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 6/23/2017

    Debbie attends her first wrestling match and has a major epiphany. Meanwhile, Ruth finally finds the inspiration for her alter ego.

    Director: Phil Abraham

    Writer: Rachel Shukert

  • This Is One of Those Moments
    7.6/101,249 votes

    #6 - This Is One of Those Moments

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 6/23/2017

    Sam searches for the perfect "heel" to fight Debbie, but she's tough to please. To hone her act, Ruth tags along with Gregory to a family function.

    Director: Kate Dennis

    Writer: Jenji Kohan

  • Live Studio Audience
    8.3/101,318 votes

    #7 - Live Studio Audience

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 6/23/2017

    As the women prepare for their first live match, Debbie and Ruth seek outside help with their moves, and Rhonda gives Sam a good-luck gift.

    Director: Jesse Peretz

    Writer: Rachel Shukert

  • Maybe It's All the Disco
    7.8/101,261 votes

    #8 - Maybe It's All the Disco

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 6/23/2017

    Jenny whips up a party for Sheila's birthday while Sam helps Ruth deal with a new complication in her personal life. Mark changes his tune with Debbie.

    Director: Siân Heder

    Writer: Nick Jones

  • The Liberal Chokehold
    8.1/101,243 votes

    #9 - The Liberal Chokehold

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 6/23/2017

    With the show's future in jeopardy, Bash and the ladies search for creative way to drum up cash. A pair of revelations leaves Sam reeling.

    Director: Lynn Shelton

    Writer: Liz Flahive, Carly Mensch

  • Money's in the Chase
    8.7/101,412 votes

    #10 - Money's in the Chase

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 6/23/2017

    On the day of the big taping, Sam attends to unfinished personal business, while Ruth scrambles to make last-minute changes to the lineup.

    Director: Tristram Shapeero

    Writer: Liz Flahive, Carly Mensch