The Best Episodes of Never Have I Ever

Chasing Ivy League dreams and his dad's approval, Ben ignores warning signs of burnout until the stress of his jam-packed workload builds up — literally.

Director: Kabir Akhtar

Writer: Amina Munir

After a major setback, Devi feels the burden of telling a lie and must dig deep for a second chance. On prom night, the friends share their truths.

Director: Lang Fisher

Writer: Aaron Geary, Ben Steiner

The end of the school year has the Sherman Oaks crew all up in their feels. Devi is torn between planning the future and enjoying the present.

Director: Lang Fisher

Writer: Lang Fisher

A charity event gives Devi the chance to polish her rusty flirting skills. As awkward vibes between Fabiola and Aneesa lingers, Paxton offers advice.

Director: Kabir Akhtar

Writer: Gabe Liedman

On a school trip to New York, Devi discovers that college may be scarier than she thought, Eleanor faces disappointment and Fabiola remains tight-lipped.

Director: Dean Holland

Writer: Christina Elisa Hjelm, Carley Whitt

After unwelcome news sparks a fight with her mother, Devi seeks an escape. Mohan’s birthday brings an opportunity for closure — and for new beginnings.

Director: Tristram Shapeero

Writer: Lang Fisher

As senior year continues to spiral, Devi's resolve to avoid Ethan weakens. Paxton returns to a comforting place. Nalini tackles termite issues.

Director: Lena Khan

Writer: Gabe Liedman

As Paxton's mixed messages have Devi questioning herself, the upcoming winter dance offers a chance to determine where she stands — and what she needs.

Director: Lang Fisher

Writer: Lang Fisher

With absentee parents, a shallow girlfriend and no one to hang out with, Ben Gross is lonelier than ever, until an unlikely invitation offers some hope.

Director: Kabir Akhtar

Writer: Aaron Geary, Ben Steiner

As Paxton struggles to let go of his past as the king of high school, he seizes a chance to thrive as a swim coach and finds closure with an old flame.

Director: Kabir Akhtar

Writer: Marina Cockenberg

Unsure about her own love life, Devi focuses on Nalini's — but it will mean befriending an enemy. Pati's birthday ends on a high note no one sees coming.

Director: Adam Countee

Writer: Akshara Sekar

A disastrous snooping incident compels Devi and Nalini to do some introspection. Paxton steps out of his comfort zone. Eleanor has a breakthrough.

Director: Claire Scanlon

Writer: Chris Schleicher

The last weekend of summer coincides with a festive occasion — and on the brink of their new lives, Devi, her family and friends have lots to celebrate.

Director: Lang Fisher

Writer: Mindy Kaling, Lang Fisher

Flashbacks unearth painful memories and resentment for Devi. Meanwhile, Kamala is forced to get honest as the family welcomes her suitor at home.

Director: Tristram Shapeero

Writer: Matt Warburton

A game night gives Devi and Fab a chance for alone time with Des and Aneesa, but other guests throw the evening off course. An art tutor surprises Ben.

Director: Kim O. Nguyen

Writer: Christina Hjelm, Beth Appel

After another fallout with her friends, Devi grapples with unresolved trauma. A party at Ben’s turns out to be equal parts awkward, awful and amazing.

Director: Anu Valia

Writer: Chris Schleicher

An awkward end to an intimate moment has Devi fuming all summer. As senior year begins, the crew has college — and complicated feelings — on the brain.

Director: Erica Oyama

Writer: Mindy Kaling

Devi instantly resents the new Indian girl at school, but is taken by surprise as they get acquainted. Kamala struggles to be respected at her lab.

Director: Lena Khan

Writer: Amina Munir

On Valentine's Day, a compatibility test's results spark more drama than romance among the Sherman Oaks couples. Meanwhile, Nalini makes a new friend.

Director: Smriti Mundhra

Writer: Asmita Paranjape

Devi must learn the art of a genuine apology before it’s too late. Kamala considers standing up for herself. Nalini takes some parenting advice.

Director: Lena Khan

Writer: Dave King

Devi allows rumors about her and Paxton to swirl during an overnight school trip. Fabiola opens up to Eleanor, who gets upsetting news about her mother.

Director: Kabir Akhtar

Writer: Akshara Sekar, Chris Schleicher

Devi plans to throw the ultimate party, but her knotty dating life may turn it into a different kind of blowout. Nalini has an eye-opening trip to India.

Director: Kabir Akhtar

Writer: Akshara Sekar

Making good grades has never been a priority for Paxton — until a mishap urges him to prove he’s more than a campus heartthrob and star swimmer.

Director: Kim O. Nguyen

Writer: Erica Oyama

At a 24-hour school relay, Devi’s impulsive words spark an insensitive rumor. Fabiola hesitates to introduce her overenthusiastic mother to Eve.

Director: Maggie Carey

Writer: Aaron Geary, Ben Steiner

While attempting to cover her trail for fueling gossip about Aneesa, Devi's guilt grows. Nalini warms up to a nemesis. Kamala gets a rude shock.

Director: Anu Valia, Lena Khan

Writer: Marina Cockenberg, Vance Stringer