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The Best Episodes of Life Below Zero

Every episode of Life Below Zero ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Life Below Zero!

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Viewers go deep into an Alaskan winter to meet six tough and resilient residents as they try to stay one step ahead of storms and man-eating beasts to make it through to spring. The closest

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Life Below Zero Season 16 Episode 3 - Bad Bones
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - Bad Bones

    S16:E3

    For those living in the Arctic, the endless summer daylight must be used efficiently if they wish to survive the impending winter.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Life Below Zero Season 21 Episode 8 - The Rising Tides
    9.9/10(10 votes)

    #2 - The Rising Tides

    S21:E8

    As temperatures reach deadly numbers in the Arctic, Alaskans push through the deep cold to increase their odds of survival in the late winter months.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Life Below Zero Season 21 Episode 7 - The Foundation
    9.8/10(7 votes)

    #3 - The Foundation

    S21:E7

    Alaskans must rely on solid foundations to persist through Dark Winter.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Life Below Zero Season 22 Episode 2 - Bulletproof
    9.8/10(6 votes)

    #4 - Bulletproof

    S22:E2

    Alaskans contend with the throes of the warm season in the Arctic.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Life Below Zero Season 22 Episode 3 - Transitions
    9.8/10(6 votes)

    #5 - Transitions

    S22:E3

    Alaskans harness the power of the sun as they toil.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Life Below Zero Season 22 Episode 7 - Beyond the Tundra
    9.8/10(6 votes)

    #6 - Beyond the Tundra

    S22:E7

    With summer nearing its end, Alaskans kick into high gear.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Life Below Zero Season 22 Episode 8 - Respect the Wild
    9.8/10(7 votes)

    #7 - Respect the Wild

    S22:E8

    Alaskans power through the dog days of summer.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 3 - School of Ice
    9.8/10(7 votes)

    #8 - School of Ice

    S23:E3

    As the deep cold of dark winter persists, Alaskans must become one with the landscape if they are to carry on their way of life.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 4 - Creatures of Darkness
    9.8/10(7 votes)

    #9 - Creatures of Darkness

    S23:E4

    As daylight diminishes, Alaskans contend with the Arctic animals and predators lurking in the shadows.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Life Below Zero Season 21 Episode 2 - Like Ghosts
    9.7/10(8 votes)

    #10 - Like Ghosts

    S21:E2

    Faced with the pressures of success, Alaska residents labor their way through winter’s frigid challenges and make their own luck from loss.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Life Below Zero Season 21 Episode 3 - On the Auroras
    9.7/10(8 votes)

    #11 - On the Auroras

    S21:E3

    Alaskans confront the environment and themselves as winter bears down.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Life Below Zero Season 21 Episode 4 - Off the Deep End
    9.7/10(8 votes)

    #12 - Off the Deep End

    S21:E4

    Alaskans rediscover old practices to get through the winter.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Life Below Zero Season 16 Episode 5 - Past Lives
    9.6/10(7 votes)

    #13 - Past Lives

    S16:E5

    As summer’s resources become scarce, Alaskans seize the longer days to further their ability to survive the harsh landscape.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Life Below Zero Season 21 Episode 9 - The Silent Hunter
    9.6/10(6 votes)

    #14 - The Silent Hunter

    S21:E9

    Alaskans stand their ground and push through adversity as winter brings one final barrage of snow, wind, and ice.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Life Below Zero Season 21 Episode 10 - Paving Paths
    9.6/10(6 votes)

    #15 - Paving Paths

    S21:E10

    As Winter loosens its grip on the Arctic, Alaskans must seize opportunities that the awakening landscape presents.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 6 - What's Up From Down
    9.6/10(7 votes)

    #16 - What's Up From Down

    S23:E6

    In deep winter, Alaskans are confronted with a number of challenges and surprises, and adaptation is critical to their survival.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 7 - Return of the Herd
    9.6/10(7 votes)

    #17 - Return of the Herd

    S23:E7

    As winter deepens, Alaskans must embrace their inner warrior to confront the doubts within and battle Mother Nature head-on.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 8 - Night Country
    9.6/10(7 votes)

    #18 - Night Country

    S23:E8

    Alaskans soldier through the heart of dark winter in pursuit of the resources they desperately need for survival.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 9 - Rites of Winter
    9.6/10(9 votes)

    #19 - Rites of Winter

    S23:E9

    A new generation of survivalists are put to the test in the frozen Arctic.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 10 - Tastes Like Home
    9.6/10(7 votes)

    #20 - Tastes Like Home

    S23:E10

    Alaska is a challenging place, but tenacity of the spirit makes it home.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 12 - 100 Miles From Nowhere
    9.6/10(7 votes)

    #21 - 100 Miles From Nowhere

    S23:E12

    Alaskans look to restock their food supplies as spring brings longer days.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 13 - Into the Tundra
    9.6/10(7 votes)

    #22 - Into the Tundra

    S23:E13

    Alaskans push their limits amid the warming tundra and melting landscape.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 14 - Mama's Home
    9.6/10(7 votes)

    #23 - Mama's Home

    S23:E14

    Alaskans embrace the flowing waters and returning wildlife of spring.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 15 - Rising Water
    9.6/10(7 votes)

    #24 - Rising Water

    S23:E15

    Alaskans must overcome rising waters to capitalize on spring's offerings.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Life Below Zero Season 23 Episode 16 - The Warming
    9.6/10(7 votes)

    #25 - The Warming

    S23:E16

    Alaskans seek opportunities that come with spring, no matter the cost.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Bad Bones" is the best rated episode of "Life Below Zero". It scored 10/10 based on 1 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/24/2020. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Rising Tides".