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The Best Episodes of One Day at a Time

Every episode of One Day at a Time ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of One Day at a Time!

The Best Episodes of One Day at a Time

In a reimagining of the TV classic, a newly single Latina mother raises her teen daughter and tween son with the "help" of her old-school...

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  1. Background image for Boundaries
    9.5/10(2 votes)

    #1 - Boundaries

    S4:E3

    After Alex catches Penelope in a compromising position, Penelope is motivated to talk to Alex about healthy human sexuality, while defending herself against Lydia's old-school judgments.

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    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown
  2. Background image for One Halloween at a Time
    9.5/10(2 votes)

    #2 - One Halloween at a Time

    S4:E4

    It’s a very scary Halloween when Penelope and Max have to have the “do you still want to have kids or what?” conversation, while Schneider and Avery are determined to win an elaborate costume contest.

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    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.5/10(2 votes)

    #3 - Perfect

    S4:E5

    Alex needs a large amount of money right away, worrying Penelope. Schneider and Avery must contend with an unwanted gift from Dr. Berkowitz.

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    Director:Angela Barnes
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.1/10(673 votes)

    #4 - Quinces

    S1:E13

    Everyone pitches in to prepare for Elena's quinceañera. While rehearsing their father-daughter dance, Elena reveals a truth about herself to her dad.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  5. Background image for One Valentine's Day at a Time
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #5 - One Valentine's Day at a Time

    S3:E6

    Rain ruins Valentine's Day plans, causing more than one couple to have their first fight. Schneider tries to hide his wealthy background from Avery.

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    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #6 - She Drives Me Crazy

    S3:E8

    Penelope feels hurt after seeing an item on her mom's "bouquet list" that's about her. Dr. B finds the key to teaching a struggling Elena how to drive.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #7 - Anxiety

    S3:E9

    When Penelope has anxiety attacks, her support group helps her figure out what's triggering her, how to cope and why she's not telling her kids.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #8 - The Man

    S3:E10

    Schneider makes a big decision in order to please his visiting father -- at the expense of Penelope's family. Lydia finds Alex's confiscated pot.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  10. Background image for A Penny and a Nicole
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #9 - A Penny and a Nicole

    S3:E11

    When her ex-husband introduces the family to his new girlfriend, Penelope feels unexpectedly resentful and comes to a realization about Mateo.

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    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #10 - Drinking and Driving

    S3:E12

    After putting Alex in a difficult position, Schneider gets tough love from Penelope. Dr. B consults Lydia's bouquet list for "non-iversary" gift ideas.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #11 - Penny Pinching

    S4:E2

    After a disastrous evening, Penelope realizes she needs to change her relationship to money and do the unthinkable: buy something new; meanwhile Elena struggles to make it to an important e-sports match.

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    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.8/10(4 votes)

    #12 - Supermoon

    S4:E6

    When a supermoon appears in the night sky, all the Alvarezes and their significant others discover an elaborate romantic setting fit for a marriage proposal.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.7/10(548 votes)

    #13 - Sex Talk

    S1:E10

    When Penelope finds porn on Alex's laptop, she struggles to talk to him about sex, but their reluctant conversation leads to a surprising discovery.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.7/10(3 votes)

    #14 - Benefit with Friends

    S3:E3

    Elena hides her grandmother's high heels. Penelope starts to see a male friend in a new way. Schneider meets a kindred spirit at the school auction.

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    Director:Angela Barnes
    Writer:Unknown
  16. Background image for Checking Boxes
    8.6/10(10 votes)

    #15 - Checking Boxes

    S4:E1

    After a census taker comes to the house, the Alvarez family reflects on their relationships, and what else the future may, or may not, have in store.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.5/10(2 votes)

    #16 - Outside

    S3:E2

    When Penelope discovers Alex's secret Instagram account, his crass posts spark an intense family discussion about consent and harassment.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  18. Background image for One Lie at a Time
    8.4/10(525 votes)

    #17 - One Lie at a Time

    S1:E8

    Penelope tells her family she has a date and Lydia says she's going to church, but each secretly goes elsewhere. Meanwhile, Elena tests an attraction.

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    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown
  19. Background image for Pride & Prejudice
    8.4/10(481 votes)

    #18 - Pride & Prejudice

    S1:E11

    Although she wants to be accepting and open-minded, Penelope feels weird about Elena's revelation. Seeking advice, she makes an unexpected connection.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.3/10(497 votes)

    #19 - Strays

    S1:E5

    Lydia grows suspicious of Elena and Carmen's intense relationship. Penelope later discovers that the inseparable friends are keeping a big secret.

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    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.3/10(496 votes)

    #20 - Viva Cuba

    S1:E9

    Elena gets a congratulatory letter that leaves a bitter taste in her mouth. For a school project, Alex interviews Lydia, who reveals a family secret.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.0/10(509 votes)

    #21 - No Mass

    S1:E3

    When Lydia disappears after a heated argument with her daughter about religion, the smooth running of the household falls apart in her absence.

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    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.0/10(457 votes)

    #22 - Hurricane Victor

    S1:E12

    Just when Penelope starts to date again, her estranged husband Victor makes a surprise visit home that rekindles old feelings between them.

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    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #23 - Exclusive

    S2:E7

    Lydia learns that Dr. Berkowitz is going to the opera without her. When Schneider asks if she and Max are exclusive, Penelope realizes it's time for a talk.

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    Director:Pamela Fryman
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    8.0/10(6 votes)

    #24 - Hello, Penelope

    S2:E9

    Feeling like she's finally got her life together, Penelope unwisely stops taking her antidepressants so she doesn't have to tell Max she's on them.

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    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #25 - Storage Wars

    S2:E10

    As Schneider's trainee, Elena learns there's more to being a building super than fixing things. Penelope battles Lydia over space in their garage.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Boundaries" is the best rated episode of "One Day at a Time". It scored 9.5/10 based on 2 votes. Directed by Phill Lewis and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/7/2020. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "One Halloween at a Time".