The Best Episodes of Lost in Space
Every episode of Lost in Space ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Lost in Space!
After crash-landing on an alien planet, the Robinson family fights against all odds to survive and escape. But they're surrounded by hidden dangers.
Top Episode Ratings Summary
The best episode of "Lost in Space" is "Ninety-Seven", rated 8.3/10 from 2246 user votes. It was directed by Alex Graves and written by Matt Sazama, Burk Sharpless. "Ninety-Seven" aired on 12/24/2019 and is rated 0.2 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Danger, Will Robinson".
8.3/10 2,246 votes#1 - Ninety-Seven
Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 2019-12-24
The mission to save Scarecrow takes an unexpected turn, throwing the Resolute into chaos. Judy hatches a plan to get a ship to Alpha Centauri.
Director: Alex Graves
Writer: Matt Sazama, Burk Sharpless
8.1/10 2,772 votes#2 - Danger, Will Robinson
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 2018-04-13
As the clock ticks down toward the Resolute's departure, the Robinsons scramble to get off the planet -- and out from under Dr. Smith's thumb.
Director: David Nutter
Writer: Matt Sazama, Burk Sharpless
8.1/10 1,821 votes#3 - Unknown
Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 2019-12-24
While Maureen leads a mutiny, Hastings visits John to deliver an ultimatum, and Penny tries to convince Will that his Robot has changed.
Director: Jabbar Raisani
Writer: Katherine Collins, Kari Drake
8.1/10 1,587 votes#4 - Trust
Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 2021-12-01
As the battle for Alpha Centauri unfolds, the Robinsons and their friends risk everything to restore peace and pave the way for a better future.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.0/10 1,821 votes#5 - Shell Game
Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 2019-12-24
Will and Penny scramble to hide the robots and figure out their next move. Meanwhile, Hastings amps up his war against the Robinsons.
Director: Stephen Surjik
Writer: Zack Estrin, Vivian Lee
7.9/10 1,848 votes#6 - Severed
Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 2019-12-24
The fast-spreading contaminant leaves Penny, Smith and friends stranded in tight quarters. Will and Maureen set out with Adler to find the Robot.
Director: Tim Southam
Writer: Katherine Collins
7.9/10 1,797 votes#7 - Evolution
Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 2019-12-24
John recruits an unlikely partner to help hunt down a secret audio signal intercepted by the ship. Will begins to suspect Adler is hiding something.
Director: Tim Southam
Writer: Daniel McLellan
7.8/10 1,994 votes#8 - Run
Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 2019-12-24
John's predicament goes from bad to worse, sending Judy on a frantic race across the planet. Penny spies on Smith -- with help from an old friend.
Director: Jon East
Writer: Vivian Lee
7.8/10 1,270 votes#9 - Final Transmission
Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 2021-12-01
The story of Don's run-in with SAR leads the Robinsons to an alarming realization. Will sneaks out on a dangerous solo mission.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.7/10 1,182 votes#10 - Nothing Left Behind
Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 2021-12-01
As the adults race to destroy all clues to the location of Alpha Centauri, the Robinson kids receive an ominous message from SAR.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.6/10 2,466 votes#11 - Trajectory
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 2018-04-13
Maureen finds a solution to the fuel issue, but putting her plan into action proves trickier than expected. Dr. Smith realises her cover is blown.
Director: Stephen Surjik
Writer: Katherine Collins, Kari Drake
7.6/10 2,309 votes#12 - Shipwrecked
Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 2019-12-24
Seven months later, marooned on a watery planet, the Robinsons make a risky bid to power up their Jupiter, and Will vows to track down the Robot.
Director: Alex Graves
Writer: Matt Sazama, Burk Sharpless
7.6/10 2,034 votes#13 - Precipice
Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 2019-12-24
Penny and Maureen become trapped in a mysterious metal trench, and Don falls prey to a nasty toxin.
Director: Alex Graves
Writer: Zack Estrin
7.6/10 1,943 votes#14 - Echoes
Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 2019-12-24
The Robinsons' dreams of a happy reunion fade when they realize something's very wrong aboard the Resolute. Smith seizes a chance to clear her name.
Director: Leslie Hope
Writer: Liz Sagal
7.6/10 1,875 votes#15 - Scarecrow
Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 2019-12-24
While Will searches for clues to the Robot's fate, John and Judy travel to the dusty surface of the nearby planet to help their fellow survivors.
Director: Jon East
Writer: Kari Drake
7.6/10 1,213 votes#16 - Contingencies on Contingencies
Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 2021-12-01
The Robinsons race to get help for Will, warn the other colonists and activate a secret defense system. Vijay tags along with Penny on a risky outing.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.5/10 3,263 votes#17 - Diamonds in the Sky
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 2018-04-13
Another crash brings more travellers to the planet as the Robinsons work to salvage their ship with help from their mysterious new companion.
Director: Neil Marshall
Writer: Matt Sazama, Burk Sharpless
7.5/10 2,388 votes#18 - Resurrection
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 2018-04-13
Judy sets out to find Maureen, while Will and Penny lead an expedition to the caves. Dr. Smith pursues a new escape plan.
Director: Tim Southam
Writer: N/A
7.5/10 1,221 votes#19 - The New Guy
Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 2021-12-01
Scarecrow helps Maureen and John plot an engine heist. Judy returns to camp with new passengers. Will makes a startling discovery in the alien city.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.4/10 4,198 votes#20 - Impact
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 2018-04-13
On the way to a space colony, a crisis sends the Robinsons hurtling towards an unfamiliar planet, where they struggle to survive a harrowing night.
Director: Neil Marshall
Writer: Matt Sazama, Burk Sharpless
7.4/10 2,911 votes#21 - Infestation
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 2018-04-13
Flashbacks reveal clues to Dr. Smith's past. The Robinsons contend with a new threat as the ship's fuel supply starts dropping -- fast.
Director: Tim Southam
Writer: Zack Estrin
7.4/10 2,632 votes#22 - Eulogy
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 2018-04-13
Maureen debates whether to share what she saw in the sky, Don leads a mission to find fuel, and the robot's presence stokes tensions within the group.
Director: Vincenzo Natali
Writer: Ed McCardie
7.4/10 1,236 votes#23 - Contact
Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 2021-12-01
While Judy sets out to find Grant Kelly, Penny and Will explore a mysterious tunnel. Light years away, Maureen, John and Don hunt for SAR's remains.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.3/10 2,748 votes#24 - The Robinsons Were Here
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 2018-04-13
The Robinsons make contact with another family of survivors, and Will races to protect his family after Judy learns what happened aboard the Resolute.
Director: Alice Troughton
Writer: Katherine Collins
7.3/10 2,635 votes#25 - Transmission
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 2018-04-13
As the team builds a tower to signal the Resolute, Maureen investigates a planetary anomaly, and Will braces for a tough conversation with his dad.
Director: Deborah Chow
Writer: Kari Drake