7.2/10568 votesLoading...#1 - 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
7.3/10794 votesLoading...#2 - 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
7.4/10381 votesLoading...#3 - Hella Shook
Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 8/20/2017
Issa attempts to build a roster and butts heads with Frieda at a work retreat. Molly's day takes an unexpected turn at her parents' vow renewal ceremony. Lawrence stumbles upon some news about Issa.
Director: Tina Mabry
Writer: Ben Dougan
7.4/10374 votesLoading...#4 - Hella Blows
Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 8/27/2017
Issa maintains her roster but is met with disappointment as she finds herself without a car. Molly worries about an important friendship while embracing something new. Lawrence gets a rude awakening at work after pitching his app.
Director: Kevin Bray
Writer: Ben Cory Jones, Regina Y. Hicks
7.4/10217 votesLoading...#6 - Faulty, Okay?!
Season 5 Episode 4 - Aired 11/14/2021
Issa and her new man tread awkward waters at a work-related social event. Meanwhile, Molly juggles multiple suitors, and Issa plays defense against online attacks about her business.
Director: Maurice Marable
Writer: N/A
7.5/10524 votesLoading...#7 - 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
7.5/10387 votesLoading...#8 - Hella Open
Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 8/6/2017
A sexually frustrated Issa explores a new dating outlook. On a girls' night out, Molly meets a promising new guy. Lawrence's commitment is tested by his new work friends.
Director: Marta Cunningham
Writer: Dayna Lynne North
7.5/10418 votesLoading...#9 - Hella LA
Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 8/13/2017
At a day party, Issa has her newfound confidence shaken. Molly has a blast from the past with childhood friend, Dro. A trip to the grocery store turns into a wild and crazy night for Lawrence.
Director: Prentice Penny
Writer: Laura Kittrell
7.5/10412 votesLoading...#10 - Better-Like
Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 8/12/2018
Issa crashes on Daniel’s couch and tries to save up extra cash. Molly returns from a beach vacation with renewed determination to maintain boundaries in her life.
Director: Prentice Penny
Writer: N/A
7.5/10287 votesLoading...#11 - Backwards-Like
Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 8/26/2018
Issa is inspired while recruiting at a job fair with Frieda. Later, she treats Daniel to a thank-you dinner as she remains hopeful about their future. Molly starts her dream job at a black-owned law firm.
Director: Maurice Marable
Writer: N/A
7.5/10265 votesLoading...#12 - Obsessed-Like
Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 9/23/2018
Issa tries to concentrate on her business plan, but is driven to distraction; Molly steps out of her comfort zone in her love life.
Director: Kevin Bray
Writer: N/A
7.5/10282 votesLoading...#13 - Lowkey Feelin' Myself
Season 4 Episode 1 - Aired 4/12/2020
Issa and Condola prep for a mixer to promote the block party. Molly has feelings for Andrew.
Director: Kevin Bray
Writer: N/A
7.5/10254 votesLoading...#14 - Growth, Okay?!
Season 5 Episode 2 - Aired 10/31/2021
Despite her now thriving business, Issa struggles to find her footing and turns to an old friend for support. Meanwhile, Molly contemplates jumping back into the dating pool.
Director: Maurice Marable
Writer: N/A
7.6/10465 votesLoading...#15 - 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
7.6/10313 votesLoading...#16 - Familiar-Like
Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 8/19/2018
Issa gets advice from Kelli about her financial situation and plays wingwoman as Daniel tries to make a music-industry connection.
Director: Pete Chatmon
Writer: N/A
7.6/10249 votesLoading...#17 - Lowkey Losin' It
Season 4 Episode 4 - Aired 5/3/2020
The girls get together to help Tiffany with her new baby girl. Later, Issa struggles to finalize key details for the block party and turns to Molly to leverage Andrew's connections.
Director: Nijla Mu'min
Writer: N/A
7.7/10495 votesLoading...#18 - 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...#19 - 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
7.7/10250 votesLoading...#20 - Lowkey Distant
Season 4 Episode 2 - Aired 4/19/2020
When Issa and Condola decide to confront the elephant in the room head-on, Lawrence gets uncomfortable; in search of a real connection, Molly struggles to get Andrew to open up during a date night.
Director: Thembi Banks
Writer: Issa Rae, Larry Wilmore, Amy Aniobi
7.7/10208 votesLoading...#21 - Tired, Okay?!
Season 5 Episode 6 - Aired 11/28/2021
A distracted Issa mulls over work and love as she stumbles through the consequences of her falling out with a colleague. Meanwhile, Molly - still struggling to cope with family matters - finds comfort in an unlikely source.
Director: Natasha Rothwell
Writer: N/A
7.8/10454 votesLoading...#22 - 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...#23 - 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...#24 - 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...#25 - 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
The Worst Episodes of Insecure
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Follows the awkward experiences and racy tribulations of a modern-day African-American woman.
Genres:ComedyDrama
Network:HBO
Worst Episodes Summary
"Messy as F**k" is the worst rated episode of "Insecure". It scored 7.2/10 based on 568 votes. Directed by Cecile Emeke and written by Issa Rae, it aired on 10/16/2016. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Insecure as F**k".
