6.7/101,036 votes#1 - Pilot
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 1/15/2019
Liz Ortecho reluctantly returns to her tourist-trap hometown of Roswell, N.M., and reconnects with Max Evans, her teenage crush who is now a Roswell police officer. But Liz soon discovers a shocking truth: Max is an alien who has kept his unearthly abilities hidden his entire life, along with those of his otherworldly sister, Isobel, and their friend Michael. Elsewhere, Master Sgt. Jesse Manes spearheads a long-standing government conspiracy—unbeknownst to his son, Alex Manes.
Director: Julie Plec
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie
7.3/10709 votes#2 - So Much For the Afterglow
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 1/22/2019
The anniversary of Rosa’s death reignites tensions as the town takes aim at Liz and her father, Auturo, for what happened on that fateful day 10 years ago. Meanwhile, Max confronts Michael and Isobel, who are concerned that his feelings for Liz will expose their secret. Elsewhere, Master Sergeant Manes’ attempt to convince Kyle of the alien conspiracy in Roswell takes an unexpected turn. Finally, Liz and Kyle make a shocking revelation about Rosa’s death.
Director: Tim Andrew
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie, Eva McKenna
7.6/10596 votes#3 - Tearin' Up My Heart
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 1/29/2019
After uncovering some unsettling information about Max, Liz runs a series of tests to see what his powers may be capable of. Michael and Isobel take matters into their own hands after learning that Liz may be getting too close to Max. Liz enlists Maria’s help as she goes on a scavenger hunt across Roswell to uncover more about Rosa’s final days.
Director: Geoff Wing Shotz
Writer: Vincent Ingrao, Rick Montano
7.6/10547 votes#4 - Where Have All The Cowboys Gone
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 2/5/2019
Fearing that his identity will be uncovered, Max is conflicted when a town-wide power outage leaves patients at the hospital in need of help. Meanwhile, Liz turns to Kyle after learning details about the night Rosa died. Elsewhere, Isobel and Michael come up with a plan to deal with Liz, and Master Sargent Manes seeks help from an unlikely source.
Director: Lance Anderson
Writer: Sabir Pirzada, Christopher Hollier
7.9/10525 votes#5 - Don't Speak
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 2/12/2019
Max and Michael begin to worry about Isobel after a series of mysterious blackouts cause her to spiral. Liz turns to Grant Green for help when she learns that he may have witnessed something strange on the night Rosa died. Meanwhile, Kyle and Alex uncover a secret that Kyle’s father had been keeping from everyone.
Director: Jeffrey G. Hunt
Writer: Cori Uchida, Adam Lash
8.2/10530 votes#6 - Smells Like Teen Spirit
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 2/26/2019
In a series of flashbacks to 2008, secrets are uncovered about Rosa’s final day, Isobel’s mysterious blackouts and Alex and Michael’s relationship in high school.
Director: Tim Andrew
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie, Eva McKenna
7.7/10450 votes#7 - I Saw the Sign
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 3/5/2019
After uncovering a devastating secret about Rosa’s death, Liz takes matters into her own hands to protect herself and those around her. However, her plans are sidelined after a day with Mimi, Maria and Alex leads to a new revelation about Rosa. Elsewhere, Max takes aim at Wyatt, while Cameron decides whether she’s going to help Sergeant Manes.
Director: Paul Wesley
Writer: Christopher Hollier, Miguel Nolla
8.0/10443 votes#8 - Barely Breathing
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 3/12/2019
With Isobel’s life hanging in the balance, Liz and Michael frantically search for a way to help her. Max turns to his mom Ann about the origins of the alien symbol. Finally, Alex turns the tables on Sergeant Manes.
Director: Ruba Nadda
Writer: Glenn Farrington, Kamran Pasha
8.1/10463 votes#9 - Songs About Texas
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 3/19/2019
Max and Michael travel to Texas to visit a faith healer, who may be able to shed some light on the alien symbol Max has been researching. Meanwhile, Maria and Liz pay a visit to the same faith healer in hopes of finding a cure for Maria’s ailing mother. Elsewhere, Alex and Kyle look into what Sargent Manes may be hiding.
Director: Shiri Appleby
Writer: Sabir Pirzada, Miguel Nolla
8.1/10425 votes#10 - I Don't Want to Miss a Thing
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 3/26/2019
Frustrated by her inability to remember what happened the night Rosa died, Isobel turns to Liz for help regaining her memories. Elsewhere, Max and Cameron investigate a series of strange deaths in the town, while Sheriff Valenti reveals information to Kyle about his father.
Director: Lance Anderson
Writer: Vincent Ingrao, Rick Montano
8.2/10386 votes#11 - Champagne Supernova
Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 4/9/2019
As the town prepares for the UFO Emporium Re-opening Gala, Liz and team find themselves on a collision course with an unlikely enemy.
Director: Edward Ornelas
Writer: Cori Uchida, Adam Lash
8.4/10400 votes#12 - Creep
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 4/16/2019
When a major revelation comes to light, Max, Michael and Isobel clash over how to deal with the fallout. Elsewhere, Alex uncovers a secret about Project Shepard and enlists Kyle and Michael’s help looking into it.
Director: Dawn Wilkinson
Writer: Christopher Hollier, Steve Stringer
8.4/10443 votes#13 - Recovering the Satellites
Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 4/23/2019
Max and Michael find themselves at an impasse over how to deal with the 4th alien. Liz has a dangerous encounter with an unexpected visitor. Kyle spirals after uncovering a dark secret about his father’s death. And Michael is forced to make a difficult decision about his future.
Director: Julie Plec
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie, Eva McKenna
The Best Episodes of Roswell, New Mexico Season 1
Every episode of Roswell, New Mexico Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Roswell, New Mexico Season 1!
After reluctantly returning to her tourist-trap hometown of Roswell, New Mexico, the daughter of undocumented immigrants discovers a shocking truth about her teenage crush who...
Genres:Sci-Fi & FantasyDrama
Network:The CW
Season 1 Ratings Summary
"Pilot" is the best rated episode of "Roswell, New Mexico" season 1. It scored 6.7/10 based on 1036 votes. Directed by Julie Plec and written by Carina Adly MacKenzie, it aired on 1/15/2019. This episode is rated 0.6 points higher than the second-best, "So Much For the Afterglow".