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The Best Episodes of Halo Season 1

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

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Depicting an epic 26th-century conflict between humanity and an alien threat known as the Covenant, the series weaves deeply drawn personal stories with action, adventure and a richly imagined vision of the future.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Halo Season 1 Episode 5 - Reckoning
    8.2/10(6542 votes)

    S1:E5

    On the run and out of options, Kwan and Soren have a difference of opinion. With the possibility of finding the mysterious Halo on everyone’s minds, John makes a horrible discovery. And the war rears its ugly head.

    Director:Jonathan Liebesman
    Writers:Steven Kane, Richard Robbins

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  2. Halo Season 1 Episode 9 - Transcendence
    8.2/10(5918 votes)

    S1:E9

    Beaten, battered, and betrayed, John 117 leads the Spartans on a suicide mission to find the Halo and save humanity. But at what price?

    Director:Jonathan Liebesman
    Writer:Steven Kane

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  3. Halo Season 1 Episode 1 - Contact
    7.7/10(10059 votes)

    S1:E1

    In the year 2552, humans on the planet Madrigal have been fighting for independence from Earth, but a fatal encounter with the Alien Covenant complicates things. Master Chief John 117 and his super-soldier “Spartans” join the fight. After the battle, Master Chief heads to his home planet of Reach with a Madrigal survivor and a mysterious object he discovered on the planet. But a controversial order has John questioning his mission, and himself.

    Director:Otto Bathurst
    Writers:Steven Kane, Kyle Killen

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  4. Halo Season 1 Episode 6 - Solace
    7.7/10(5671 votes)

    S1:E6

    Survivors from battle return to Reach. John confronts Dr. Halsey, and the lies of his past. The new prisoner seems to know John better than he knows himself. Determined to understand more, John turns back to the mystery artifact, which shows him something truly startling.

    Director:Jonathan Liebesman
    Writers:Steven Kane, Silka Luisa

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  5. Halo Season 1 Episode 8 - Allegiance
    7.5/10(5488 votes)

    S1:E8

    John and Makee come to terms with their shared vision. Halsey has one last chance to save her mission, and herself. As things come to a head, everyone must choose a side.

    Director:Jonathan Liebesman
    Writers:Steven Kane, Justine Juel Gillmer

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  6. Halo Season 1 Episode 3 - Emergence
    7.3/10(6308 votes)

    S1:E3

    John meets his new partner, and he discovers secrets inside his own memory. Kwan wants to return to Madrigal to continue her people’s fight for independence, but Soren has other plans for her. Makee initiates her plan to retrieve the Madrigal object, with deadly consequences.

    Director:Roel Reiné
    Writers:Steven Kane, Kyle Killen

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  7. Halo Season 1 Episode 2 - Unbound
    7.1/10(7188 votes)

    S1:E2

    John takes Kwan to an old friend and learns more about the mystery object, which the Covenant and Makee are determined to steal. With the alien threat growing, Dr. Halsey has a plan to deal with John’s unpredictable behavior.

    Director:Otto Bathurst
    Writers:Steven Kane, Kyle Killen

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  8. Halo Season 1 Episode 4 - Homecoming
    6.8/10(5862 votes)

    S1:E4

    Guided by his visions, John takes Halsey and Cortana back to where it all began, looking for answers from his past. With Soren along for protection, Kwan goes in search of an army. Meanwhile John’s behavior inspires another Spartan to begin a journey of self-discovery. And Miranda discovers a possible link between the artifact and something much larger.

    Director:Roel Reiné
    Writers:Steven Kane, Justine Juel Gillmer

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  9. Halo Season 1 Episode 7 - Inheritance
    4.8/10(7733 votes)

    S1:E7

    Kwan’s journey to uncover her family’s “true purpose” takes her deep into the deserts of Madrigal. Soren obsesses over unfinished business.

    Director:Jessica Lowrey
    Writer:Steven Kane

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Reckoning" is the best rated episode of "Halo" season 1. It scored 8.2/10 based on 6542 votes. Directed by Jonathan Liebesman and written by Steven Kane, Richard Robbins, it aired on 4/21/2022. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Transcendence".