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The Best Episodes of Moonrise Season 1

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

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After rebel forces attack Earth, a carefree heir becomes the prime suspect and joins a special military unit to find the true mastermind on the Moon.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Moonrise Season 1 Episode 17 - Domination
    8.2/10(95 votes)

    S1:E17

    While the L-Zone surrounds Copernicus City, Zowan and Duan free Rhys. In a clash with rebel forces, Inanna and the squad face a tough decision.

    Director:Yasuyuki Ebara
    Writers:Masashi Koizuka, Tomomi Kawaguchi

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  2. Moonrise Season 1 Episode 8 - Mary
    8.1/10(113 votes)

    S1:E8

    Phil recollects a dark memory when Dr. Salamandra arrives with urgent news. At Delambre Station, Mary shares her past with Jack when Rhys interrupts.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Moonrise Season 1 Episode 14 - The Past and Reality
    8.1/10(95 votes)

    S1:E14

    Thirteen years ago, Rhys meets Jack for the first time. In the present, the VC3 squad plunges into a fierce battle zone to reach their target.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Moonrise Season 1 Episode 18 - Carry On Your Will
    8.1/10(118 votes)

    S1:E18

    Following a deadly scuffle, the L-Zone begins to act up and absorbs Mary in the chaos. Can Phil and Jack save her and the Moon before it's too late?

    Directors:Chie Yamashiro, Yuta Suzuki
    Writers:Masashi Koizuka, Tomomi Kawaguchi

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  5. Moonrise Season 1 Episode 10 - Pursuit
    8.0/10(102 votes)

    S1:E10

    The squad finally arrives at Agarum City but faces a blockade. Hoping to reduce the number of casualties, Jack takes matters into his own hands.

    Director:Yasuyuki Ebara
    Writer:Masashi Koizuka

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  6. Moonrise Season 1 Episode 12 - Falling Shadows
    8.0/10(95 votes)

    S1:E12

    As the rogue L-Zone advances toward Agarum City, the squad grapples with the discovery of Mary's mysterious quality. Later, the base is compromised.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Moonrise Season 1 Episode 13 - Parting
    8.0/10(99 votes)

    S1:E13

    While the battle between the rebel forces and the Joint Army rages on, Jack faces Rhys in a painful confrontation. Mary makes a desperate request of him.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Moonrise Season 1 Episode 9 - Unchanging Feelings
    7.9/10(103 votes)

    S1:E9

    Inanna falls mysteriously ill, and while Mary knows someone who can cure her, they're in the opposite direction. Will the squad make the detour?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Moonrise Season 1 Episode 11 - Unknown
    7.9/10(98 votes)

    S1:E11

    Dr. Salamandra abandons her fight with Jack to stop a rampaging L-Zone. They struggle to subdue the entity — until Mary suddenly appears.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Moonrise Season 1 Episode 15 - Expectations
    7.9/10(93 votes)

    S1:E15

    Time is running out for Rhys and her team, but an unforeseen reunion disrupts their mission. Later, Mary and Jack reflect on everything that's happened.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Moonrise Season 1 Episode 16 - Reminiscence
    7.9/10(93 votes)

    S1:E16

    Phil recounts the day he learned the truth about everything and shares shocking information about Jack's true purpose. Dr. Salamandra interrogates Rhys.

    Director:Shinya Kawabe
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Moonrise Season 1 Episode 3 - An Unexpected Face
    7.8/10(169 votes)

    S1:E3

    One year later, the VC3 squad lands on the Moon to execute its mission. Meanwhile, the Moon Chains rebel forces begin a takeover of Copernicus City.

    Director:Yasuyuki Ebara
    Writer:Masashi Koizuka

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  13. Moonrise Season 1 Episode 7 - People of the Moon
    7.8/10(157 votes)

    S1:E7

    Windy infiltrates the Goddard Base. Meanwhile, with Mary as their guide, the squad learns how the Earth-Moon conflict has impacted the moon people.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Moonrise Season 1 Episode 2 - A Fateful Day
    7.7/10(183 votes)

    S1:E2

    After the attack, Jack wakes up in a hospital to find the city in ruins. He rushes home to find answers, but authorities suddenly pay him a visit.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Moonrise Season 1 Episode 5 - Revelation
    7.7/10(154 votes)

    S1:E5

    The squad's next mission: capture a close ally of Bob Skylum before the Joint Army does. Jack has a shocking revelation after confronting the target.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Moonrise Season 1 Episode 6 - Reunion
    7.7/10(151 votes)

    S1:E6

    As the squad struggles with the relentless attacks, Jack tries to wrap his mind around the fateful encounter. Can he trust Phil after all this time?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Moonrise Season 1 Episode 1 - The Night It All Began
    7.6/10(218 votes)

    S1:E1

    Jack and his friends rush to attend a momentous celebration, blissfully unaware of the looming revolt that threatens to turn his world upside down.

    Director:Hiroyuki Tanaka
    Writer:Masashi Koizuka

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  18. Moonrise Season 1 Episode 4 - What Matters Most
    7.5/10(148 votes)

    S1:E4

    A devastating tragedy stirs memories of his grueling journey with the rest of the VC3 squad, reminding Jack of an important conversation with Eric.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Domination" is the best rated episode of "Moonrise" season 1. It scored 8.2/10 based on 95 votes. Directed by Yasuyuki Ebara and written by Masashi Koizuka, Tomomi Kawaguchi, it aired on 4/10/2025. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Mary".