8.7/10388 votesLoading...#1 - Lowkey Happy
Season 4 Episode 8 - Aired 5/31/2020
Issa and Lawrence catch up and talk life, careers, past mistakes, and what makes each of them happy.
Director: Ava Berkofsky
Writer: Natasha Rothwell
8.6/10322 votesLoading...#2 - Lowkey Movin' On
Season 4 Episode 5 - Aired 5/10/2020
With the block party finally here, Issa is determined to deliver a memorable event, despite some surprises. Meanwhile, Tiffany enjoys a break from her baby, Kelli entertains a gullible new boo, and Molly attempts to put a grudge on hold.
Director: Stella Meghie
Writer: N/A
8.5/10415 votesLoading...#3 - High-Like
Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 9/9/2018
The girls take a weekend trip to celebrate Tiffany. Molly has trouble leaving her obsession with work behind.
Director: Millicent Shelton
Writer: N/A
8.5/10242 votesLoading...#4 - Out, Okay?!
Season 5 Episode 9 - Aired 12/19/2021
At a friend's going away party, Issa navigates unresolved feelings. After spending the day letting loose with her new man, Molly opens up about her fears.
Director: Prentice Penny
Writer: N/A
8.4/10520 votesLoading...#5 - Broken as F**k
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 11/27/2016
The lingering tension between Molly and Issa threatens to resurface during a girls’ trip. Lawrence reconnects with his friends.
Director: Melina Matsoukas
Writer: Issa Rae
8.4/10348 votesLoading...#6 - Everything Gonna Be, Okay?!
Season 5 Episode 10 - Aired 12/26/2021
As she and her friends try to make time for each other no matter what, Issa looks back on all it took to get to where she is today.
Director: Prentice Penny
Writer: N/A
8.3/10440 votesLoading...#7 - Hella Perspective
Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 9/10/2017
Issa, Molly and Lawrence face choices affecting their work and personal lives, and consider what the future holds for them.
Director: Melina Matsoukas
Writer: Issa Rae
8.2/10259 votesLoading...#8 - Lowkey Trying
Season 4 Episode 9 - Aired 6/7/2020
Issa considers doing Nathan a platonic favor. Meanwhile, both Dr. Rhonda and Andrew ask Molly to consider a different approach in dealing with people who've wronged her, and Issa extends a timely olive branch.
Director: Kerry Washington
Writer: N/A
8.1/10475 votesLoading...#9 - Real as F**k
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 11/20/2016
Issa preps for a fund-raiser, but has trouble staying focused. Meanwhile, Lawrence mulls a job opportunity; and Molly learns something new from an old friend.
Director: Kevin Bray
Writer: Prentice Penny
8.1/10274 votesLoading...#10 - Lowkey Thankful
Season 4 Episode 3 - Aired 4/26/2020
While Molly's family celebrates Thanksgiving together, Issa and Ahmal decide to do their own thing. Meanwhile, when Lawrence joins Friendsgiving at Condola's house, the new couple breaks some awkward ground.
Director: Mark Sadlek
Writer: N/A
8.1/10264 votesLoading...#11 - Lowkey Lost
Season 4 Episode 10 - Aired 6/14/2020
Molly takes Andrew to a work function and they struggle to see eye to eye. Issa continues to search for happiness. The girls get a distressing call about a friend.
Director: Prentice Penny
Writer: N/A
8.0/10456 votesLoading...#12 - Hella Great
Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 7/23/2017
Issa struggles in the aftermath of her breakup with Lawrence, while facing challenges at a new work assignment. Molly questions her worth at work, while Lawrence adjusts to his new living arrangement.
Director: Melina Matsoukas
Writer: Issa Rae
8.0/10417 votesLoading...#13 - Hella Disrespectful
Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 9/3/2017
Tensions run high during Derek and Tiffany's dinner party. Molly rethinks her future after being forced to come to terms with her romantic realities. Issa tries to make things right with Frieda.
Director: Kevin Bray
Writer: Prentice Penny
8.0/10260 votesLoading...#14 - Ghost-Like
Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 9/30/2018
After facing numerous obstacles, Issa gets discouraged about her project, while Molly helps give Issa a drama-free 30th birthday.
Director: Regina King
Writer: N/A
8.0/10267 votesLoading...#15 - Lowkey Done
Season 4 Episode 6 - Aired 5/17/2020
Feeling deflated after the block party, Issa seeks comfort.
Director: Lacey Duke
Writer: N/A
8.0/10208 votesLoading...#16 - Chillin', Okay?!
Season 5 Episode 7 - Aired 12/5/2021
A long overdue girls' night filled with self-reflection and real talk puts things into perspective for Issa and her friends.
Director: Amy Aniobi
Writer: N/A
7.9/10306 votesLoading...#17 - Fresh-Like
Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 9/2/2018
Issa tries to let go of some cherished mementos. At work, Frieda tries to help Issa get back in Joanne's good graces. Molly bonds with her new colleagues about an over-confident associate and vents to her therapist about her status at work.
Director: Stella Meghie
Writer: N/A
7.9/10260 votesLoading...#18 - Pressure, Okay?!
Season 5 Episode 3 - Aired 11/7/2021
Still adjusting to newfound responsibilities, one of Issa's exes finds himself torn between two places, while an important woman in his life remains wary of his ability to be fully present back home.
Director: Ava Berkofsky
Writer: N/A
7.9/10203 votesLoading...#19 - Choices, Okay?!
Season 5 Episode 8 - Aired 12/12/2021
At a crossroads in her career, Issa weighs the pros and cons of two viable paths while simultaneously contemplating an important personal next step. Meanwhile, with help from Kelli, Molly spends an overwhelming day getting her parents' estate plan in order.
Director: Kevin Bray
Writer: N/A
7.8/10454 votesLoading...#20 - Guilty as F**k
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 11/13/2016
Issa tries to hide her guilt from Lawrence, who reiterates his love for her. Meanwhile, Molly dives into a new romance, but has second thoughts about the future after learning unsavory details about her new boyfriend's past.
Director: Debbie Allen
Writer: Amy Aniobi
7.8/10281 votesLoading...#21 - Ready-Like
Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 9/16/2018
Issa needs moral support when her new project proves more complicated than she originally thought; Issa and Kelli press Molly to consider dating someone new; the girls attend Tiffany's baby shower and try to be helpful.
Director: Liesl Tommy
Writer: N/A
7.8/10288 votesLoading...#22 - Reunited, Okay?!
Season 5 Episode 1 - Aired 10/24/2021
Pulling up to her ten-year college reunion in style as an alumni panelist, Issa's self-doubt quickly surfaces, while Molly still reeling from her breakup struggles to get out of her own head. As the crew takes the opportunity to reflect, old wounds remain tender.
Director: Melina Matsoukas
Writer: Amy Aniobi
7.8/10213 votesLoading...#23 - Surviving, Okay?!
Season 5 Episode 5 - Aired 11/21/2021
A family emergency finds Molly stretched thin between taking care of loved ones, staying on top of work, and zeroing in on her own perceived shortcomings. As a hectic day unfolds, Issa and her new man grow closer than ever.
Director: Kerry Washington
Writer: N/A
7.7/10495 votesLoading...#24 - Thirsty as F**k
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 10/30/2016
Although things are better than ever with Lawrence, Issa turns to Daniel for help during Career Day. Molly finds herself in a tough position when a partner asks her to give Rasheeda a talking-to. Facing disappointment at his new job, Lawrence bonds with a surprising confidante.
Director: Kevin Bray
Writer: Laura Kittrell
7.7/10397 votesLoading...#25 - Hella Questions
Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 7/30/2017
Issa tries to make sense of a cryptic encounter. Lawrence considers some crucial decisions. After being on the receiving end of some harsh truths, Molly plots to join the office "boys club." Issa and Frieda encounter a problematic vice principal.
Director: Melina Matsoukas
Writer: Amy Aniobi
The Best Episodes of Insecure
Every episode of Insecure ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Insecure!
Follows the awkward experiences and racy tribulations of a modern-day African-American woman.
Genres:ComedyDrama
Network:HBO
Best Episodes Summary
"Lowkey Happy" is the best rated episode of "Insecure". It scored 8.7/10 based on 388 votes. Directed by Ava Berkofsky and written by Natasha Rothwell, it aired on 5/31/2020. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Lowkey Movin' On".