7.3/10793 votes#1 - Insecure as F**k
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 10/9/2016
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
Writer: Issa Rae, Larry Wilmore
7.2/10567 votes#2 - Messy as F**k
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 10/16/2016
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
7.5/10524 votes#3 - Racist as F**k
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 10/23/2016
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
7.7/10495 votes#4 - 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
7.6/10464 votes#5 - Shady as F**k
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 11/6/2016
Issa is mortified when a video of her profanity-laced rap at an open-mike night goes viral.
Director: Melina Matsoukas
Writer: Ben Dougan
7.8/10453 votes#6 - 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
8.1/10474 votes#7 - 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
8.4/10519 votes#8 - 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
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Follows the awkward experiences and racy tribulations of a modern-day African-American woman.
Genres:ComedyDrama
Network:HBO
Season 1 Ratings Summary
"Insecure as F**k" is the best rated episode of "Insecure" season 1. It scored 7.3/10 based on 793 votes. Directed by Melina Matsoukas and written by Issa Rae, Larry Wilmore, it aired on 10/9/2016. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Messy as F**k".