The Best Episodes of Insecure Season 1

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   7.3/10(829 votes)

   #1 - Insecure as F**k

   S1:E110/9/2016

   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:Issa Rae, Larry Wilmore

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   Director:Melina Matsoukas

   Writers:Issa Rae, Larry Wilmore
2. 

   7.1/10(596 votes)

   #2 - Messy as F**k

   S1:E210/16/2016

   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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   Director:Cecile Emeke

   Writer:Issa Rae
3. 

   7.4/10(554 votes)

   #3 - Racist as F**k

   S1:E310/23/2016

   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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   Director:Melina Matsoukas

   Writer:Dayna Lynne North
4. 

   7.6/10(522 votes)

   #4 - Thirsty as F**k

   S1:E410/30/2016

   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

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   Director:Kevin Bray

   Writer:Laura Kittrell
5. 

   7.5/10(491 votes)

   #5 - Shady as F**k

   S1:E511/6/2016

   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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   Director:Melina Matsoukas

   Writer:Ben Dougan
6. 

   7.7/10(481 votes)

   #6 - Guilty as F**k

   S1:E611/13/2016

   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

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   Director:Debbie Allen

   Writer:Amy Aniobi
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   8.0/10(503 votes)

   #7 - Real as F**k

   S1:E711/20/2016

   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

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   Director:Kevin Bray

   Writer:Prentice Penny
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   8.2/10(550 votes)

   #8 - Broken as F**k

   S1:E811/27/2016

   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

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   Director:Melina Matsoukas

   Writer:Issa Rae