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The Best Episodes of Mom Season 1

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

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Aan irreverent and outrageous take on true family love‐and dysfunction. Newly sober single mom Christy struggles to raise two children in a world full of temptations and pitfalls. Testing her sobriety is her formerly estranged

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Mom Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.1/10(967 votes)

    #1 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    Newly sober single mom Christy is challenged when her estranged, overly critical mother returns to her life in the series premiere of this comedy from executive producer Chuck Lorre.

    Director:Pamela Fryman
    Writers:Eddie Gorodetsky, Chuck Lorre, Gemma Baker

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  2. Mom Season 1 Episode 2 - A Pee Stick and an Asian Raccoon
    7.1/10(736 votes)

    #2 - A Pee Stick and an Asian Raccoon

    S1:E2

    Christy and Bonnie set aside their differences to deal with a family crisis together.

    Director:Gary Halvorson
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Mom Season 1 Episode 3 - A Small Nervous Meltdown and a Misplaced Fork
    7.5/10(730 votes)

    #3 - A Small Nervous Meltdown and a Misplaced Fork

    S1:E3

    Christy goes on her first date since she stopped drinking. Meanwhile, Bonnie teaches her grandson Roscoe to gamble.

    Director:Gary Halvorson
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Mom Season 1 Episode 4 - Loathing and Tube Socks
    7.4/10(654 votes)

    #4 - Loathing and Tube Socks

    S1:E4

    Christy’s patience is tested by everyone she knows. Meanwhile, Bonnie runs into an old rival.

    Director:Jeff Greenstein
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Mom Season 1 Episode 5 - Six Thousand Bootleg T-Shirts and a Prada Handbag
    7.6/10(662 votes)

    #5 - Six Thousand Bootleg T-Shirts and a Prada Handbag

    S1:E5

    Christy makes a new friend who has big problems. Meanwhile, Bonnie attempts to put someone else's needs ahead of her own.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Mom Season 1 Episode 6 - Abstinence and Pudding
    7.5/10(618 votes)

    #6 - Abstinence and Pudding

    S1:E6

    Christy is determined to take things slow in her relationship with Adam. Meanwhile, Bonnie and her rival from AA, Marjorie, disagree on what "taking it slow" means.

    Director:Jeff Greenstein
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Mom Season 1 Episode 7 - Estrogen and a Hearty Breakfast
    7.8/10(634 votes)

    #7 - Estrogen and a Hearty Breakfast

    S1:E7

    Christy squares off against Luke's conservative parents, who are upset about Violet's pregnancy. Meanwhile, Bonnie is determined not to let menopause get the best of her.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Mom Season 1 Episode 8 - Big Sur and Strawberry Lube
    7.4/10(565 votes)

    #8 - Big Sur and Strawberry Lube

    S1:E8

    Christy is nervous about going on a romantic weekend getaway with Adam. Meanwhile, Gabriel's wife suspects he is cheating and seeks comfort from Christy.

    Director:Jeff Greenstein
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Mom Season 1 Episode 9 - Zombies and Cobb Salad
    7.5/10(570 votes)

    #9 - Zombies and Cobb Salad

    S1:E9

    Bonnie struggles to keep her life together when she loses her job; Christy tries to help Bonnie get back on track.

    Director:Betsy Thomas
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Mom Season 1 Episode 10 - Belgian Waffles and Bathroom Privileges
    7.4/10(562 votes)

    #10 - Belgian Waffles and Bathroom Privileges

    S1:E10

    Christy has trouble accepting how much easier life is with Bonnie in the house. Meanwhile, Baxter sets up camp in the driveway.

    Director:Jeff Greenstein
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Mom Season 1 Episode 11 - Cotton Candy and Blended Fish
    7.7/10(562 votes)

    #11 - Cotton Candy and Blended Fish

    S1:E11

    When Christy and Bonnie find out that Marjorie has cancer, they attempt to make their best to support her, while they try to apply her strength and patience their own lives.

    Director:Jeff Greenstein
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Mom Season 1 Episode 12 - Corned Beef and Handcuffs
    7.7/10(576 votes)

    #12 - Corned Beef and Handcuffs

    S1:E12

    When Bonnie starts dating chef Rudy, Christy winds up stuck in the middle.

    Director:Jon Cryer
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Mom Season 1 Episode 13 - Hot Soup and Shingles
    7.5/10(535 votes)

    #13 - Hot Soup and Shingles

    S1:E13

    Despite an injury, Christy refuses to admit that she needs Bonnie's help; Luke asks Baxter for advice about fatherhood.

    Director:Anthony Rich
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Mom Season 1 Episode 14 - Leather Cribs and Medieval Rack
    7.7/10(545 votes)

    #14 - Leather Cribs and Medieval Rack

    S1:E14

    Christy and Bonnie come clean about the secrets they've been keeping from each other. Meanwhile, Violet and Luke discover they have different ideas about parenting.

    Director:Ted Wass
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Mom Season 1 Episode 15 - Fireballs and Bullet Holes
    8.1/10(558 votes)

    #15 - Fireballs and Bullet Holes

    S1:E15

    Christy tries to start a relationship with her father, Alvin, while Bonnie struggles to accept the fact that Christy wants him in her life.

    Director:Ted Wass
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Mom Season 1 Episode 16 - Nietzsche and a Beer Run
    7.6/10(554 votes)

    #16 - Nietzsche and a Beer Run

    S1:E16

    Christy is tempted by her old vices when she dates an attractive, hard-partying man named David. Bonnie decides her advice is worth money and becomes a life coach.

    Director:Ted Wass
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Mom Season 1 Episode 17 - Jail Jail and Japanese Porn
    7.5/10(503 votes)

    #17 - Jail Jail and Japanese Porn

    S1:E17

    Bonnie must pick up the slack when Christy puts her new relationship with David ahead of family and friends.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Mom Season 1 Episode 18 - Sonograms and Tube Tops
    7.5/10(507 votes)

    #18 - Sonograms and Tube Tops

    S1:E18

    When Violet feels nervous about becoming a mom, Christy plans a baby shower for her; Bonnie lands a new client.

    Director:Jeff Greenstein
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Mom Season 1 Episode 19 - Toilet Wine and the Earl of Sandwich
    7.7/10(517 votes)

    #19 - Toilet Wine and the Earl of Sandwich

    S1:E19

    Bonnie and Christy help Regina tie up loose ends before she goes to prison; Alvin gets acquainted with his grandchildren.

    Director:Jeff Greenstein
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Mom Season 1 Episode 20 - Clumsy Monkeys and a Tilted Uterus
    7.6/10(517 votes)

    #20 - Clumsy Monkeys and a Tilted Uterus

    S1:E20

    Christy and Bonnie try to make sure everything goes smoothly when Violet finds the perfect couple to adopt her baby.

    Director:Jeff Greenstein
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Mom Season 1 Episode 21 - Broken Dreams and Blocked Arteries
    7.8/10(515 votes)

    #21 - Broken Dreams and Blocked Arteries

    S1:E21

    Tensions are raised between Alvin and Bonnie, leaving Christy caught in the middle; Violet is worried about going to prom.

    Director:James Widdoes
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Mom Season 1 Episode 22 - Smokey Taylor and a Deathbed Confession
    8.2/10(573 votes)

    #22 - Smokey Taylor and a Deathbed Confession

    S1:E22

    Bonnie and Christy help Violet as she goes through labor; Christy thinks Bonnie still has feelings for Alvin.

    Director:Jeff Greenstein
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Pilot" is the best rated episode of "Mom" season 1. It scored 7.1/10 based on 967 votes. Directed by Pamela Fryman and written by Eddie Gorodetsky, Chuck Lorre, Gemma Baker, it aired on 9/23/2013. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "A Pee Stick and an Asian Raccoon".