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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.
Genres:Sci-Fi & FantasyAction & AdventureDrama
Network:Netflix

Best Episodes Summary

"Ninety-Seven" is the best rated episode of "Lost in Space". It scored 8.3/10 based on 2279 votes. Directed by Alex Graves and written by Matt Sazama, Burk Sharpless, it aired on 12/24/2019. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Danger, Will Robinson".

  • Ninety-Seven
    8.3/102,279 votes
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    #1 - Ninety-Seven

    Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 12/24/2019

    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

  • Danger, Will Robinson
    8.1/102,810 votes
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    #2 - Danger, Will Robinson

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 4/13/2018

    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

  • Unknown
    8.1/101,855 votes
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    #3 - Unknown

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 12/24/2019

    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

  • Trust
    8.1/101,623 votes
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    #4 - Trust

    Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 12/1/2021

    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

  • Shell Game
    8.0/101,854 votes
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    #5 - Shell Game

    Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 12/24/2019

    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

  • Severed
    7.9/101,882 votes
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    #6 - Severed

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 12/24/2019

    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

  • Evolution
    7.9/101,830 votes
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    #7 - Evolution

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 12/24/2019

    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

  • Run
    7.8/102,033 votes
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    #8 - Run

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 12/24/2019

    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

  • Final Transmission
    7.8/101,300 votes
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    #9 - Final Transmission

    Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 12/1/2021

    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

  • Nothing Left Behind
    7.7/101,214 votes
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    #10 - Nothing Left Behind

    Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 12/1/2021

    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

  • Trajectory
    7.6/102,506 votes
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    #11 - Trajectory

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 4/13/2018

    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

  • Shipwrecked
    7.6/102,346 votes
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    #12 - Shipwrecked

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 12/24/2019

    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

  • Precipice
    7.6/102,067 votes
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    #13 - Precipice

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 12/24/2019

    Penny and Maureen become trapped in a mysterious metal trench, and Don falls prey to a nasty toxin.

    Director: Alex Graves

    Writer: Zack Estrin

  • Echoes
    7.6/101,976 votes
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    #14 - Echoes

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 12/24/2019

    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

  • Scarecrow
    7.6/101,909 votes
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    #15 - Scarecrow

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 12/24/2019

    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

  • Contingencies on Contingencies
    7.6/101,244 votes
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    #16 - Contingencies on Contingencies

    Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 12/1/2021

    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

  • Diamonds in the Sky
    7.5/103,309 votes
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    #17 - Diamonds in the Sky

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 4/13/2018

    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

  • Resurrection
    7.5/102,425 votes
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    #18 - Resurrection

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 4/13/2018

    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

  • The New Guy
    7.5/101,252 votes
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    #19 - The New Guy

    Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 12/1/2021

    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

  • Impact
    7.4/104,258 votes
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    #20 - Impact

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 4/13/2018

    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

  • Infestation
    7.4/102,954 votes
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    #21 - Infestation

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 4/13/2018

    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

  • Eulogy
    7.4/102,672 votes
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    #22 - Eulogy

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 4/13/2018

    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

  • Contact
    7.4/101,268 votes
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    #23 - Contact

    Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 12/1/2021

    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

  • The Robinsons Were Here
    7.3/102,789 votes
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    #24 - The Robinsons Were Here

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 4/13/2018

    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

  • Transmission
    7.3/102,674 votes
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    #25 - Transmission

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 4/13/2018

    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