The Best Episodes of Roswell, New Mexico Season 1

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   6.7/10(1064 votes)

   #1 - Pilot

   S1:E11/15/2019

   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

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   Director:Julie Plec

   Writer:Carina Adly MacKenzie
2. 

   7.3/10(728 votes)

   #2 - So Much For the Afterglow

   S1:E21/22/2019

   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

   Writers:Carina Adly MacKenzie, Eva McKenna

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   Director:Tim Andrew

   Writers:Carina Adly MacKenzie, Eva McKenna
3. 

   7.6/10(617 votes)

   #3 - Tearin' Up My Heart

   S1:E31/29/2019

   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

   Writers:Vincent Ingrao, Rick Montano

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   Director:Geoff Wing Shotz

   Writers:Vincent Ingrao, Rick Montano
4. 

   7.7/10(564 votes)

   #4 - Where Have All The Cowboys Gone

   S1:E42/5/2019

   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

   Writers:Christopher Hollier, Sabir Pirzada

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   Director:Lance Anderson

   Writers:Christopher Hollier, Sabir Pirzada
5. 

   8.0/10(541 votes)

   #5 - Don't Speak

   S1:E52/12/2019

   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

   Writers:Cori Uchida, Adam Lash

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   Director:Jeffrey G. Hunt

   Writers:Cori Uchida, Adam Lash
6. 

   8.3/10(545 votes)

   #6 - Smells Like Teen Spirit

   S1:E62/26/2019

   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

   Writers:Carina Adly MacKenzie, Eva McKenna

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   Director:Tim Andrew

   Writers:Carina Adly MacKenzie, Eva McKenna
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7. 

   7.7/10(468 votes)

   #7 - I Saw the Sign

   S1:E73/5/2019

   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

   Writers:Christopher Hollier, Miguel Nolla

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   Director:Paul Wesley

   Writers:Christopher Hollier, Miguel Nolla
8. 

   8.0/10(459 votes)

   #8 - Barely Breathing

   S1:E83/12/2019

   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

   Writers:Glenn Farrington, Kamran Pasha

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   Director:Ruba Nadda

   Writers:Glenn Farrington, Kamran Pasha
9. 

   8.1/10(481 votes)

   #9 - Songs About Texas

   S1:E93/19/2019

   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

   Writers:Sabir Pirzada, Miguel Nolla

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   Director:Shiri Appleby

   Writers:Sabir Pirzada, Miguel Nolla
10. 

    8.2/10(441 votes)

    #10 - I Don't Want to Miss a Thing

    S1:E103/26/2019

    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

    Writers:Vincent Ingrao, Rick Montano

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    Director:Lance Anderson

    Writers:Vincent Ingrao, Rick Montano
11. 

    8.3/10(403 votes)

    #11 - Champagne Supernova

    S1:E114/9/2019

    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

    Writers:Cori Uchida, Adam Lash

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    Director:Edward Ornelas

    Writers:Cori Uchida, Adam Lash
12. 

    8.4/10(416 votes)

    #12 - Creep

    S1:E124/16/2019

    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

    Writers:Christopher Hollier, Steve Stringer

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    Director:Dawn Wilkinson

    Writers:Christopher Hollier, Steve Stringer
13. 

    8.5/10(458 votes)

    #13 - Recovering the Satellites

    S1:E134/23/2019

    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

    Writers:Carina Adly MacKenzie, Eva McKenna

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    Director:Julie Plec

    Writers:Carina Adly MacKenzie, Eva McKenna