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The Best Episodes of Lady Dynamite

Every episode of Lady Dynamite ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Lady Dynamite!

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A single-camera half-hour comedy based on what Maria Bamford has accepted to be "her life." It's the sometimes surreal story of a woman who loses — and then finds — her s**t.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Lady Dynamite Season 1 Episode 3 - White Trash
    8.3/10(181 votes)

    #1 - White Trash

    S1:E3

    Worried she may be an unwitting racist, Maria seeks out a support group and fights for a big change on the set of a sitcom pilot.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Lady Dynamite Season 1 Episode 4 - Jack and Diane
    8.2/10(174 votes)

    #2 - Jack and Diane

    S1:E4

    When Maria slips into a sultry voice at a party, a handsome stranger falls under her spell -- and brings out her worst people-pleaser instincts.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Lady Dynamite Season 1 Episode 12 - Enter Super Grisham
    8.2/10(119 votes)

    #3 - Enter Super Grisham

    S1:E12

    While Scott tries to figure out what went wrong, Maria throws herself into her work. In the past, a Checklist gig finally pushes her over the edge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Lady Dynamite Season 1 Episode 10 - Knife Feelings
    8.1/10(112 votes)

    #4 - Knife Feelings

    S1:E10

    Maria braves a romantic hurdle by inviting Scott to her tell-all stand-up show. But she doesn't count on him having some dark secrets of his own.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Lady Dynamite Season 1 Episode 11 - Mein Ramp
    8.0/10(114 votes)

    #5 - Mein Ramp

    S1:E11

    Maria is mortified to learn she's trending on YouTube for all the wrong reasons. In a flashback, she faces a difficult choice: her meds or her career.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Lady Dynamite Season 1 Episode 2 - Bisexual Because of Meth
    7.9/10(185 votes)

    #6 - Bisexual Because of Meth

    S1:E2

    Maria weighs an offer to star in a wacky ramen ad and embarks on a confusing new romance with a recovering addict.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Lady Dynamite Season 1 Episode 8 - A Vaginismus Miracle
    7.9/10(147 votes)

    #7 - A Vaginismus Miracle

    S1:E8

    Maria's first audition in months leads to fireworks on the Fox lot. Later, she races to have sex before her annual deadline.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Lady Dynamite Season 2 Episode 1 - Wet Raccoon
    7.9/10(103 votes)

    #8 - Wet Raccoon

    S2:E1

    After moving in together, Maria and Scott become obsessed with each other's annoying habits. Judd Apatow offers some sage relationship advice.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Lady Dynamite Season 2 Episode 2 - Hypnopup
    7.9/10(91 votes)

    #9 - Hypnopup

    S2:E2

    In a panic over an unpaid bill, Maria drags Scott to a Debtors Anonymous meeting. But their money problems are just beginning.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Lady Dynamite Season 1 Episode 5 - I Love You
    7.8/10(144 votes)

    #10 - I Love You

    S1:E5

    Maria struggles to keep up with a sporty new beau. But before she can break it off, the relationship takes a startling turn.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Lady Dynamite Season 2 Episode 3 - Goof Around Gang
    7.8/10(87 votes)

    #11 - Goof Around Gang

    S2:E3

    Scott's foray into stand-up yields unexpected results. Meanwhile, Maria realizes she's been neglecting her friends.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Lady Dynamite Season 2 Episode 4 - Fridge Over Troubled Daughter
    7.8/10(76 votes)

    #12 - Fridge Over Troubled Daughter

    S2:E4

    A surprise visit from Maria's mother gets off to a rocky start when she insists on psychoanalyzing Scott.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Lady Dynamite Season 1 Episode 6 - Loaf Coach
    7.6/10(142 votes)

    #13 - Loaf Coach

    S1:E6

    After a long history of overcommitting, Maria hires a "loaf coach" to help her master the art of doing nothing. But her timing couldn't be worse.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Lady Dynamite Season 1 Episode 7 - Josue
    7.6/10(136 votes)

    #14 - Josue

    S1:E7

    Maria brings on a savvy young adviser to help her conquer her fear of children before a charity benefit.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Lady Dynamite Season 1 Episode 9 - No Friend Left Behind
    7.6/10(129 votes)

    #15 - No Friend Left Behind

    S1:E9

    Fearing she's ruined all her relationships, Maria seeks out a bitter former friend and vows to win her back by any means necessary.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Lady Dynamite Season 2 Episode 5 - Souplutions
    7.6/10(69 votes)

    #16 - Souplutions

    S2:E5

    While tending to her sick beau, Maria tries to show off her nurturing side. But Scott's best friend, Jessica, seems to do everything better.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Hallie Cantor

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  17. Lady Dynamite Season 2 Episode 7 - Kids Have to Dance
    7.5/10(63 votes)

    #17 - Kids Have to Dance

    S2:E7

    Maria discovers she's being sued over a sadistic reality show in the Philippines and turns to David Spade for help.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Lady Dynamite Season 2 Episode 8 - Little Manila
    7.5/10(64 votes)

    #18 - Little Manila

    S2:E8

    When the plans for Maria's second wedding hit a snag, her new friends in the Filipino community step in to throw her an unforgettable party.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Lady Dynamite Season 2 Episode 6 - Apache Justice
    7.2/10(71 votes)

    #19 - Apache Justice

    S2:E6

    Twisted up in knots over an argument with her mom, Maria seeks refuge on the set of a Western TV drama. Future Bruce scores a big new client.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Lady Dynamite Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.1/10(249 votes)

    #20 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    Jumping back into Los Angeles life after six months away, Maria hatches a brilliant plan to meet her neighbors and get back into Mark McGrath's good graces.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"White Trash" is the best rated episode of "Lady Dynamite". It scored 8.3/10 based on 181 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/20/2016. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Jack and Diane".