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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!

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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 mom.

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    One Day at a Time Season 4 Episode 3 - 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.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. One Day at a Time Season 4 Episode 4 - 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.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. One Day at a Time Season 4 Episode 5 - Perfect
    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.

    Director:Angela Barnes
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. One Day at a Time Season 1 Episode 6 - The Death of Mrs. Resnick
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #4 - The Death of Mrs. Resnick

    S1:E6

    When Penelope's faithful car finally breaks down for good and she's forced to trade it in, she meets a kindred spirit in the unlikeliest of places.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. One Day at a Time Season 4 Episode 2 - Penny Pinching
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #5 - 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.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. One Day at a Time Season 3 Episode 12 - Drinking and Driving
    8.9/10(375 votes)

    #6 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. One Day at a Time Season 3 Episode 13 - Ghosts
    8.8/10(390 votes)

    #7 - Ghosts

    S3:E13

    At her ex's wedding, Penelope experiences a surreal conversation. Elena finds she has more she needs to say to her father. Dr. B gives Lydia her gift.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. One Day at a Time Season 4 Episode 6 - Supermoon
    8.8/10(4 votes)

    #8 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. One Day at a Time Season 3 Episode 1 - The Funeral
    8.6/10(529 votes)

    #9 - The Funeral

    S3:E1

    At a relative's funeral, Penelope urges Lydia to end a petty feud with her sister, and Elena wonders if her cousin Pilar is gay.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. One Day at a Time Season 3 Episode 7 - The First Time
    8.6/10(401 votes)

    #10 - The First Time

    S3:E7

    Penelope finds out Elena and Syd secretly got a hotel room. A grounded Alex enlists Lydia to stand in line to buy him the latest designer sneakers.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. One Day at a Time Season 3 Episode 9 - Anxiety
    8.6/10(390 votes)

    #11 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. One Day at a Time Season 4 Episode 1 - Checking Boxes
    8.6/10(10 votes)

    #12 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. One Day at a Time Season 1 Episode 4 - A Snowman's Tale
    8.5/10(2 votes)

    #13 - A Snowman's Tale

    S1:E4

    Penelope suddenly finds herself back in the dating game after Schneider shows her how to use an online app for meeting people.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. One Day at a Time Season 3 Episode 10 - The Man
    8.5/10(362 votes)

    #14 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. One Day at a Time Season 1 Episode 13 - Quinces
    8.3/10(3 votes)

    #15 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. One Day at a Time Season 3 Episode 2 - Outside
    8.3/10(446 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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. One Day at a Time Season 3 Episode 6 - One Valentine's Day at a Time
    8.3/10(384 votes)

    #17 - 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.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writers:Dan Hernandez, Benji Samit

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  18. One Day at a Time Season 3 Episode 11 - A Penny and a Nicole
    8.3/10(344 votes)

    #18 - 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.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. One Day at a Time Season 3 Episode 8 - She Drives Me Crazy
    8.2/10(356 votes)

    #19 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. One Day at a Time Season 1 Episode 5 - Strays
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #20 - 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.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. One Day at a Time Season 1 Episode 11 - Pride & Prejudice
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #21 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. One Day at a Time Season 2 Episode 7 - Exclusive
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #22 - 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.

    Director:Pamela Fryman
    Writer:Debby Wolfe

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  23. One Day at a Time Season 2 Episode 9 - Hello, Penelope
    8.0/10(6 votes)

    #23 - 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.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writers:Caroline Levich, Michelle Badillo

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  24. One Day at a Time Season 2 Episode 10 - Storage Wars
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #24 - 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.

    Director:Kimberly McCullough
    Writers:Becky Mann, Audra Sielaff

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  25. One Day at a Time Season 2 Episode 13 - Not Yet
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #25 - Not Yet

    S2:E13

    A medical emergency brings bedside visits, admissions of regret, moments of realization, declarations of love and and out-of-body experience.

    Director:Pamela Fryman
    Writers:Mike Rowe, Gloria Calderón Kellett

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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".