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The Best Episodes of Insecure Season 1

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

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Insecure Season 1 Episode 8 - Broken as F**k
    8.2/10(571 votes)

    S1:E8

    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

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  2. Insecure Season 1 Episode 7 - Real as F**k
    8.0/10(522 votes)

    S1:E7

    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

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  3. Insecure Season 1 Episode 6 - Guilty as F**k
    7.7/10(499 votes)

    S1:E6

    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

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  4. Insecure Season 1 Episode 4 - Thirsty as F**k
    7.6/10(539 votes)

    S1:E4

    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

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  5. Insecure Season 1 Episode 5 - Shady as F**k
    7.5/10(507 votes)

    S1:E5

    Issa is mortified when a video of her profanity-laced rap at an open-mike night goes viral.

    Director:Melina Matsoukas
    Writer:Ben Dougan

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  6. Insecure Season 1 Episode 3 - Racist as F**k
    7.4/10(571 votes)

    S1:E3

    Issa and Lawrence try to move past their issues at home, as she deals with her colleagues’ doubts and he gets a reality check from a head hunter. Molly introduces Jared to her friends, and later struggles to give words of wisdom to a new summer associate at work.

    Director:Melina Matsoukas
    Writer:Dayna Lynne North

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  7. Insecure Season 1 Episode 1 - Insecure as F**k
    7.3/10(859 votes)

    S1:E1

    In the wake of her 29th birthday, Issa Dee reconsiders her dead-end relationship with Lawrence, her live-in boyfriend. Meanwhile, Issa’s best friend, Molly, mourns her singledom and the state of her “lady parts.” Later, Issa uses an open-mic night as an excuse to reconnect with an ex.

    Director:Melina Matsoukas
    Writers:Larry Wilmore, Issa Rae

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  8. Insecure Season 1 Episode 2 - Messy as F**k
    7.1/10(616 votes)

    S1:E2

    After the unexpected events of the previous night, Issa tries to decide what to do about Lawrence, while sticking to her plan to embrace a bolder side of herself. Molly treats herself to a “fancy day” and goes on a promising date. Lawrence gets advice from an unexpected source.

    Director:Cecile Emeke
    Writer:Issa Rae

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Broken as F**k" is the best rated episode of Insecure season 1. It scored 8.2/10 from 571 votes. Directed by Melina Matsoukas and written by Issa Rae, it aired on November 27, 2016. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Real as F**k".