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The Best Episodes of Outer Banks

Every episode of Outer Banks ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Outer Banks!

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On a North Carolina island of haves and have-nots, John B and his tight-knit crew of friends find mystery and adventure while hunting for lost treasure.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Outer Banks Season 1 Episode 5 - Midsummers
    8.7/10(50 votes)

    #1 - Midsummers

    S1:E5

    John B believes he's made a breakthrough in the hunt for the gold, but his desire to include Sarah in the quest causes friction among the friends.

    Director:Jonas Pate
    Writers:Josh Pate, Shannon Burke

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  2. Outer Banks Season 3 Episode 1 - Poguelandia
    8.7/10(97 votes)

    #2 - Poguelandia

    S3:E1

    An unexpected rescuer takes the Pogues from a remote island to Barbados, where they encounter a powerful treasure hunter with his own agenda.

    Director:Jonas Pate
    Writers:Jonas Pate, Josh Pate, Shannon Burke

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  3. Outer Banks Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    8.6/10(340 votes)

    #3 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    After a hurricane, John B, JJ, Pope and Kiara plunge headlong into danger and adventure when they find a mysterious sunken wreck.

    Director:Jonas Pate
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Outer Banks Season 4 Episode 1 - The Enduro
    8.6/10(89 votes)

    #4 - The Enduro

    S4:E1

    Flush with success, the Pogues have big plans to invest in their future. But when their fortunes take a turn, will a bold gamble pay off?

    Director:Jonas Pate
    Writers:Josh Pate, Shannon Burke

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  5. Outer Banks Season 1 Episode 8 - The Runway
    8.5/10(22 votes)

    #5 - The Runway

    S1:E8

    John B finally learns the truth about his dad — and sets off a chain of events that jeopardizes everything he and his friends have fought to accomplish.

    Director:Valerie Weiss
    Writer:Rachel Alter

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  6. Outer Banks Season 1 Episode 4 - Spy Games
    8.4/10(41 votes)

    #6 - Spy Games

    S1:E4

    When John B's supervision-free home life catches up to him, he receives a well-timed assist — and some spiffing up — from the last person he expects.

    Director:Cherie Nowlan
    Writer:Jonas Pate

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  7. Outer Banks Season 1 Episode 9 - The Bell Tower
    8.4/10(25 votes)

    #7 - The Bell Tower

    S1:E9

    With his options dwindling and enemies closing in, John B looks for an exit plan. Sarah feels pressured to pick a side. Pope lets his emotions out.

    Director:Jonas Pate
    Writers:Dan Dworkin, Jay Beattie

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  8. Outer Banks Season 1 Episode 10 - The Phantom
    8.4/10(29 votes)

    #8 - The Phantom

    S1:E10

    An island crawling with law enforcement and a looming tropical storm are just two of the obstacles facing John B as he tries to make his escape.

    Director:Jonas Pate
    Writers:Josh Pate, Shannon Burke

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  9. Outer Banks Season 2 Episode 10 - The Coastal Venture
    8.4/10(22 votes)

    #9 - The Coastal Venture

    S2:E10

    John B, Pope, JJ and Kiara brace for a showdown on board the ship, while Sarah realizes the harsh truth of her distressing family situation.

    Director:Jonas Pate
    Writers:Josh Pate, Shannon Burke

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  10. Outer Banks Season 1 Episode 2 - The Lucky Compass
    8.3/10(84 votes)

    #10 - The Lucky Compass

    S1:E2

    Convinced that the clue found onboard the boat connects to his missing father, John B leads his friends on an increasingly frantic search for answers.

    Director:Jonas Pate
    Writer:Shannon Burke

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  11. Outer Banks Season 1 Episode 7 - Dead Calm
    8.3/10(23 votes)

    #11 - Dead Calm

    S1:E7

    JJ's reckless behavior ramps up when the friends try to score some quick cash. Meanwhile, John B grows closer to Sarah — and makes her dad suspicious.

    Director:Valerie Weiss
    Writer:Kathleen Hale

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  12. Outer Banks Season 2 Episode 5 - The Darkest Hour
    8.3/10(24 votes)

    #12 - The Darkest Hour

    S2:E5

    JJ cooks up a risky plan to help out John B. Pope hunts down information about the key. Kiara and Sarah both deal with family fallout over the Pogues.

    Director:Valerie Weiss
    Writers:Josh Pate, Shannon Burke

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  13. Outer Banks Season 3 Episode 10 - Secret of the Gnomon
    8.3/10(25 votes)

    #13 - Secret of the Gnomon

    S3:E10

    The Pogues' search for El Dorado brings them deep into the jungle, where John B and Sarah face the ultimate test of their courage and family bonds.

    Director:Jonas Pate
    Writers:Josh Pate, Shannon Burke

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  14. Outer Banks Season 1 Episode 6 - Parcel 9
    8.2/10(30 votes)

    #14 - Parcel 9

    S1:E6

    A spooky island legend, a broken friendship and John B's new living situation keep the crew on their toes as they search high and low for the treasure.

    Director:Jonas Pate
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Outer Banks Season 3 Episode 5 - Heists
    8.2/10(21 votes)

    #15 - Heists

    S3:E5

    Sarah convinces an old friend to help with a high-risk, high-reward mission. Looking to access a museum collection, John B and his dad get creative.

    Director:Jonas Pate
    Writers:Josh Pate, Shannon Burke

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  16. Outer Banks Season 3 Episode 9 - Welcome to Kitty Hawk
    8.1/10(12 votes)

    #16 - Welcome to Kitty Hawk

    S3:E9

    With their ride to Orinoco waiting on the tarmac, Kiara and JJ run into several complications. Rafe has a change of heart.

    Director:Jonas Pate
    Writers:Josh Pate, Shannon Burke

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  17. Outer Banks Season 1 Episode 3 - The Forbidden Zone
    8.0/10(46 votes)

    #17 - The Forbidden Zone

    S1:E3

    As the gang hatches an illicit scheme to get to the bottom of the deep-sea mystery, John B confronts Sarah while Pope jumps at the chance for revenge.

    Director:Cherie Nowlan
    Writer:Josh Pate

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  18. Outer Banks Season 2 Episode 1 - The Gold
    8.0/10(45 votes)

    #18 - The Gold

    S2:E1

    John B tries to evade capture as he zeroes in on the gold, but a promise to Sarah could derail his plans. Back home, his friends face life without him.

    Director:Jonas Pate
    Writers:Josh Pate, Shannon Burke

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  19. Outer Banks Season 3 Episode 6 - The Dark Forest
    8.0/10(15 votes)

    #19 - The Dark Forest

    S3:E6

    Secrets threaten to drive a wedge between John B and his friends. Sarah revisits a past life. Pope reaches a breaking point.

    Director:Valerie Weiss
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Outer Banks Season 2 Episode 7 - The Bonfire
    7.9/10(16 votes)

    #20 - The Bonfire

    S2:E7

    Reeling from Ward's actions, Sarah finds her loyalties to John B and the Pogues put to the test. At the annual bonfire, jealousies and tempers flare.

    Director:Darnell Martin
    Writers:Josh Pate, Shannon Burke

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  21. Outer Banks Season 3 Episode 7 - Happy Anniversary
    7.9/10(14 votes)

    #21 - Happy Anniversary

    S3:E7

    With Singh on the move, John B and JJ scramble to catch him. Pope makes a breakthrough. Sarah questions where her loyalties lie.

    Director:Gonzalo Amat
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Outer Banks Season 3 Episode 2 - The Bells
    7.8/10(32 votes)

    #22 - The Bells

    S3:E2

    As her friends mount a rescue attempt, Kiara agrees to an uneasy truce with Rafe. A familiar sound grabs John B's attention.

    Director:Jonas Pate
    Writers:Josh Pate, Shannon Burke

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  23. Outer Banks Season 3 Episode 3 - Fathers and Sons
    7.8/10(25 votes)

    #23 - Fathers and Sons

    S3:E3

    Big John and John B pick up where they left off — for better or worse. Cleo and Pope form a new club. Rafe reconnects with Ward.

    Director:Jonas Pate
    Writers:Josh Pate, Shannon Burke

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  24. Outer Banks Season 2 Episode 6 - My Druthers
    7.7/10(15 votes)

    #24 - My Druthers

    S2:E6

    John B bristles when Sarah reconnects with a former flame. Ward's web of lies starts to unravel. Pope discovers a shocking family secret.

    Director:Sunny Hodge
    Writers:Josh Pate, Shannon Burke

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  25. Outer Banks Season 5 Episode 1 - The Crossing
    7.7/10(11 votes)

    #25 - The Crossing

    S5:E1

    Devastated by a loss and stranded in Morocco, the Pogues navigate a treacherous border crossing as they race to intercept Groff — and the Blue Crown.

    Director:Jonas Pate
    Writers:Josh Pate, Shannon Burke

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Best Episodes Summary

"Midsummers" is the best rated episode of "Outer Banks". It scored 8.7/10 based on 50 votes. Directed by Jonas Pate and written by Josh Pate, Shannon Burke, it aired on 4/15/2020. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Poguelandia".