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The Best Episodes of Impulse

Every episode of Impulse ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Impulse!

Best episode
S1E10 New Beginnings
8.3426 votes
Worst episode
S1E5 The Eagle and the Bee
7.1372 votes
Top season
Season 2
7.8avg
Binge time
17h 13m
20 episodes

Seasons2

Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Impulse Season 1 Episode 10 - New Beginnings
    8.3/10(426 votes)
    S1:E10

    After a heart-to-heart with Cleo, Henry faces a life-altering decision: leave Reston for a fresh start, or stay with the Hope family and confront her enemies.

    Director:Mairzee Almas
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Impulse Season 2 Episode 10 - Making Amends
    8.1/10(269 votes)
    S2:E10

    Nikolai makes a startling confession that drives Henry further away from her family and friends.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Impulse Season 1 Episode 9 - They Know Not What They Do
    8.0/10(355 votes)
    S1:E9

    As Henry sets out to find her mother, Cleo navigates an unwanted showdown between Bill Boone and his business associates.

    Director:Cherien Dabis
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Impulse Season 2 Episode 7 - The End of the World
    8.0/10(204 votes)
    S2:E7

    Enjoying a newfound self-confidence, Henry attends the school dance, while Jenna and Townes are forced to confront their own emotional triggers.

    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Impulse Season 2 Episode 4 - The Moroi
    7.9/10(272 votes)
    S2:E4

    Young Nikolai struggles to control his newfound abilities.

    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Impulse Season 2 Episode 9 - A Moment of Clarity
    7.9/10(201 votes)
    S2:E9

    Anna’s suspicions reach new heights as Henry grows increasingly desperate to evade exposure.

    Director:Mark Tonderai
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Impulse Season 2 Episode 6 - Seven of Hearts
    7.8/10(187 votes)
    S2:E6

    After searching through her father’s belongings, Henry makes a meaningful discovery that puts pressure on Nikolai.

    Director:Julian Holmes
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Impulse Season 1 Episode 3 - Treading Water
    7.7/10(421 votes)
    S1:E3

    Rattled by her newfound power, Henry tests her ability with the help of Thomas’s daughter, Jenna Hope, and fellow outsider, Townes Linderman.

    Director:Ed Fraiman
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Impulse Season 2 Episode 1 - Mind on Fire
    7.7/10(244 votes)
    S2:E1

    Still reeling from her violent encounter with Bill Boone, Henry tries to let off some steam at a party.

    Director:Doug Liman
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Impulse Season 2 Episode 2 - Fight or Flight
    7.7/10(214 votes)
    S2:E2

    Jenna and Townes help Henry prepare for her next meeting with the mysterious teleporter. Anna navigates local politics.

    Director:Mairzee Almas
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Impulse Season 2 Episode 8 - The Tether
    7.7/10(199 votes)
    S2:E8

    As Henry gains a deeper understanding of her abilities, things at home reach a boiling point. Anna’s family pressures her to make a change.

    Director:Mairzee Almas
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Impulse Season 2 Episode 5 - Crossing the Threshold
    7.6/10(205 votes)
    S2:E5

    Henry tries to conquer her past, while Jenna and Townes explore their futures, going on a college visit that offers unexpected opportunities. Anna faces an inquiry at work.

    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Impulse Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.6/10(559 votes)
    S1:E1

    When Cleo’s boyfriend, Thomas, decides to sell Henry’s car, Henry enlists the help of high school basketball star, Clay Boone, to steal it back. But when Henry experiences inexplicable seizures, things quickly escalate beyond her control.

    Director:Doug Liman
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Impulse Season 2 Episode 3 - For Those Lost
    7.5/10(202 votes)
    S2:E3

    Henry and Cleo take a road trip, hoping to find information on Henry’s father. Anna begins an investigation of her own.

    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Impulse Season 1 Episode 4 - VITA/MORS
    7.5/10(397 votes)
    S1:E4

    After finding herself in an unknown place, Henry seeks out Jenna and Townes in search of some answers.

    Director:Mark Tonderai
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Impulse Season 1 Episode 2 - State of Mind
    7.5/10(447 votes)
    S1:E2

    After a visit with a neurologist, Henry hopes her new meds will fix everything. Meanwhile, Bill Boone attempts to identify his son Clay’s attacker.

    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Impulse Season 1 Episode 7 - He Said, She Said
    7.4/10(353 votes)
    S1:E7

    After Henry and Clay have a fight, Cleo tries to make amends by inviting the Boones over for dinner. But the evening takes a devastating turn.

    Director:Maggie Kiley
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Impulse Season 1 Episode 8 - Awakenings
    7.3/10(350 votes)
    S1:E8

    As Cleo fights for her daughter's well-being, Henry battles her own inner demons.

    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Impulse Season 1 Episode 6 - In Memoriam
    7.1/10(363 votes)
    S1:E6

    While Henry returns to Reston with someone from her past, Clay faces some harsh truths about his new reality.

    Director:Valerie Weiss
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Impulse Season 1 Episode 5 - The Eagle and the Bee
    7.1/10(372 votes)
    S1:E5

    Left with no one's support, Henry returns to the unknown place only to discover a startling connection to her past.

    Director:Helen Shaver
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"New Beginnings" is the best rated episode of Impulse. It scored 8.3/10 from 426 votes. Directed by Mairzee Almas and written by Unknown, it aired on June 6, 2018. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Making Amends".

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