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The Best Episodes of Lord of the Flies Season 1

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

Binge this in 3h 54m•Peaking at 6.3/10

After a plane crash, a group of schoolboys find themselves stranded on a tropical island without adults. Ralph is elected leader and, with the help of the intelligent Piggy, strives to maintain order and civilization.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Lord of the Flies Season 1 Episode 1 - Piggy
    6.3/10(577 votes)

    #1 - Piggy

    S1:E1

    Piggy finds something that proves useful to the group but is hurt when his new friend breaks a promise.

    Director:Marc Munden
    Writer:Jack Thorne

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  2. Lord of the Flies Season 1 Episode 2 - Jack
    5.4/10(433 votes)

    #2 - Jack

    S1:E2

    Jack’s determination to kill a pig leads him to neglect other duties, with grave consequences.

    Director:Marc Munden
    Writer:Jack Thorne

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  3. Lord of the Flies Season 1 Episode 3 - Simon
    5.3/10(373 votes)

    #3 - Simon

    S1:E3

    Simon tries to warn his friends as the latest beast sighting spreads terror across the camps.

    Director:Marc Munden
    Writer:Jack Thorne

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  4. Lord of the Flies Season 1 Episode 4 - Ralph
    6.1/10(361 votes)

    #4 - Ralph

    S1:E4

    Ralph jumps into action when violence escalates, then realises with horror that it is his turn to be hunted.

    Director:Marc Munden
    Writer:Jack Thorne

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Piggy" is the best rated episode of "Lord of the Flies" season 1. It scored 6.3/10 based on 577 votes. Directed by Marc Munden and written by Jack Thorne, it aired on 2/8/2026. This episode is rated 0.9 points higher than the second-best, "Jack".