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The Best Episodes of One Hundred Years of Solitude

Every episode of One Hundred Years of Solitude ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of One Hundred Years of Solitude!

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In the mythical town Macondo, seven generations of the Buendía family navigate love, oblivion and the inescapability of their past — and their fate.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    One Hundred Years of Solitude Season 1 Episode 1 - Macondo
    7.8/10(1304 votes)

    #1 - Macondo

    S1:E1

    Fearing a ghost and a curse, Úrsula and José Arcadio leave their town to establish a new home along a few others, braving a journey through tough terrain.

    Director:Alex Garcia Lopez
    Writer:Jose Rivera

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  2. One Hundred Years of Solitude Season 1 Episode 2 - It's Like an Earthquake
    7.8/10(1056 votes)

    #2 - It's Like an Earthquake

    S1:E2

    Aureliano has visions of a war, while José Arcadio Jr. meets a woman. José Arcadio's alchemy obsession pushes Ursula to find a way to support the family.

    Director:Alex Garcia Lopez
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. One Hundred Years of Solitude Season 1 Episode 8 - So Many Flowers Fell from the Sky
    7.5/10(949 votes)

    #3 - So Many Flowers Fell from the Sky

    S1:E8

    Years later, when Aureliano reveals his war plans for Macondo, a heartbroken Ursula comes to a shocking realization about her family.

    Director:Alex Garcia Lopez
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. One Hundred Years of Solitude Season 1 Episode 5 - Remedios Moscote
    7.3/10(878 votes)

    #4 - Remedios Moscote

    S1:E5

    Arcadio becomes the school's principal, and Pilar has significant news for Aureliano. Remedios fills the Buendía home with joy — until tragedy strikes.

    Director:Laura Mora
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. One Hundred Years of Solitude Season 1 Episode 3 - A Daguerreotype of God
    7.0/10(962 votes)

    #5 - A Daguerreotype of God

    S1:E3

    An odd girl brings a delirious sickness to Macondo. José Arcadio becomes fascinated by Melquiades' camera. Rebeca and Amaranta vie for Pietro's attention.

    Director:Alex Garcia Lopez
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. One Hundred Years of Solitude Season 1 Episode 4 - The Chestnut Tree
    7.0/10(933 votes)

    #6 - The Chestnut Tree

    S1:E4

    A new mayor and his family settle in Macondo. Aureliano experiences love for the first time, while a death drives José Arcadio into madness.

    Director:Laura Mora
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. One Hundred Years of Solitude Season 1 Episode 6 - Colonel Aureliano Buendía
    7.0/10(867 votes)

    #7 - Colonel Aureliano Buendía

    S1:E6

    José Arcadio Jr. returns, shocking everyone with his wild nature, specially Rebecca. Amid political unrest, Aureliano becomes a revolutionary leader.

    Director:Laura Mora
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. One Hundred Years of Solitude Season 1 Episode 7 - Arcadio and the Liberal Paradise
    7.0/10(934 votes)

    #8 - Arcadio and the Liberal Paradise

    S1:E7

    Arcadio enforces liberal rule in Macondo, while Aureliano attempts to free a colonel from the conservatives. The looming threat of war finally arrives.

    Director:Alex Garcia Lopez
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Macondo" is the best rated episode of "One Hundred Years of Solitude". It scored 7.8/10 based on 1304 votes. Directed by Alex Garcia Lopez and written by Jose Rivera, it aired on 12/11/2024. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "It's Like an Earthquake".