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The Best Episodes of One Day at a Time Season 1

Every episode of One Day at a Time Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of One Day at a Time Season 1!

The Best Episodes of One Day at a Time Season 1

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. 9.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - Strays

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    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:N/A
  2. 9.0/10(1 votes)

    #2 - The Death of Mrs. Resnick

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    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.

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    Director:N/A
    Writer:N/A
  3. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #3 - A Snowman's Tale

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    S1:E4

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

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    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:N/A
  4. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #4 - Quinces

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    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:N/A
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  5. 8.0/10(2 votes)

    #5 - Pride & Prejudice

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    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:N/A
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  6. 7.7/10(6 votes)

    #6 - Viva Cuba

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    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:N/A
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  8. 7.5/10(3 votes)

    #7 - Bobos and Mamitas

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    S1:E2

    When Penelope and Elena complain about not being taken seriously as women at work and school, Lydia offers advice from an older generation.

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    Director:N/A
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  9. 7.5/10(6 votes)

    #8 - One Lie at a Time

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    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:N/A
  10. 7.5/10(6 votes)

    #9 - Sex Talk

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    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:N/A
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  11. 7.5/10(2 votes)

    #10 - Hurricane Victor

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    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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  12. 7.0/10(7 votes)

    #11 - No Mass

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    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:N/A
  13. 7.0/10(3 votes)

    #12 - Hold, Please

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    S1:E7

    While navigating her way through an endless maze of red tape with Veterans Affairs to make a medical appointment, Penelope reaches her breaking point.

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  14. 6.4/10(5 votes)

    #13 - This Is It

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    S1:E1

    Penelope tries to convince her feminist daughter Elena to have a traditional quinceañera to celebrate her 15th birthday and to honor her Cuban roots.

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Strays" is the best rated episode of "One Day at a Time" season 1. It scored 9/10 based on 1 votes. Directed by Phill Lewis and written by N/A, it aired on 1/6/2017. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "The Death of Mrs. Resnick".