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The Best Episodes of Lead Children Season 1

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

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When a young doctor discovers that children living near a smelting plant suffer from lead poisoning, she risks her career and safety to save them.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Lead Children Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    7.9/10(148 votes)

    S1:E6

    When Jolanta succeeds in turning the tide against the city officials, Niedziela demands extraordinary measures to stop her.

    Director:Maciej Pieprzyca
    Writer:Jakub Korolczuk

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  2. Lead Children Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.6/10(143 votes)

    S1:E5

    General Secretary Brezhnev's visit sets everyone on edge. A new discovery helps Jolanta to convince parents that their children are in real danger.

    Director:Maciej Pieprzyca
    Writer:Jakub Korolczuk

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  3. Lead Children Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.5/10(171 votes)

    S1:E1

    As city officials prepare for a visit from General Secretary Brezhnev, they are troubled by a doctor looking into cases of anemia among local children.

    Director:Maciej Pieprzyca
    Writer:Jakub Korolczuk

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  4. Lead Children Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.5/10(149 votes)

    S1:E3

    After sending her family away, Jolanta goes on a tour of the smelting plant. Insinuating himself into Jolanta's life, Niedziela sets a trap for her.

    Director:Maciej Pieprzyca
    Writer:Jakub Korolczuk

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  5. Lead Children Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.5/10(144 votes)

    S1:E4

    Much to his frustration, Niedziela's attempts to intimidate Jolanta only strengthen her resolve to move the children away from the plant.

    Director:Maciej Pieprzyca
    Writer:Jakub Korolczuk

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  6. Lead Children Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.4/10(155 votes)

    S1:E2

    As the extent of the epidemic dawns on her, Jolanta cautiously starts bringing allies to her cause — but one of them isn't being truthful with her.

    Director:Maciej Pieprzyca
    Writer:Jakub Korolczuk

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Episode 6" is the best rated episode of "Lead Children" season 1. It scored 7.9/10 based on 148 votes. Directed by Maciej Pieprzyca and written by Jakub Korolczuk, it aired on 2/11/2026. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 5".