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The Best Episodes of Running Man Season 1

Every episode of Running Man Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Running Man Season 1!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Running Man Season 1 Episode 559 - Goodbye, Our Inseparable Brother
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E559

    This week is Kwang Soo’s last episode on Running Man. The members get together for a special send-off race, where they must help Kwang Soo work off his amazingly large prison sentence for all the mischief he caused over the past 11 years. Stay tuned to see the tearful goodbyes and what kind of secret missions the members carried out.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Running Man Season 1 Episode 604 - User's Guide to Black and White Roses
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E604

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    Director:Choi Bo-pil
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Running Man Season 1 Episode 656 - You Are My Bong
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E656

    Kim Dong-hyun, the friendly family member of Running Man, is here as a guest. Today, he and Se-chan will lead their teams to victory. They will participate in games that need both physical strength and strategic ideas. Depending on the Golden and Fake eggs that they get along the way, the winning and losing teams will be decided.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. Running Man Season 1 Episode 745 - Recharge After Work
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E745

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Running Man Season 1 Episode 778 - Dynamite Abandonment Race
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E778

    Ahn Eun Jin and Kim Mu Jun, the stars of "Dynamite Kiss," join the cast for this week's explosive Dynamite Abandonment Race. It's an individual competition where every member starts with 20 penalty balls that can increase or decrease depending on what they choose to give up during the race. The prizes are plentiful, and greed will determine how they do throughout the race. With a chance at winning worthy prizes, the members and the guests give it their all to escape the penalty and go home bearing armfuls of gifts.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. Running Man Season 1 Episode 802 - Gold Stealer: Break Into the Safe
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E802

    Kim Min Seok, Yoo Hee Kwan, and Chae Won Been join the cast for the Gold Stealer: Break Into the Safe race. As the guests and members try to outwit one another in a game full of traps, betrayals, and hidden schemes, unexpected love lines and shocking confessions throw everyone into chaos. From nostalgic tray-smashing missions to bizarre smell-based games, the race quickly spirals into confusion and laughter. In the end, only one team can crack open the safe and claim the real gold.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. Running Man Season 1 Episode 820 - Grand Duke, There Is an Outsider Among Us
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E820

    ATEEZ's SAN and Han Ji Eun join the members as a grand duke and princess in a race to unite a divided kingdom. The three grand dukes face a crucial mission to identify the outsiders hiding among them. As trust gives way to suspicion, the members must figure out who truly belongs to each realm. Can the grand dukes expose the outsiders, reunite their kingdoms, and avoid the penalty?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Running Man Season 1 Episode 324 - Goodbye Gary
    9.5/10(20 votes)

    S1:E324

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Running Man Season 1 Episode 468 - 9 Years of Running Man, Spy Game
    9.0/10(11 votes)

    S1:E468

    The fan-meet event continues. Every member showcases their individual or group performances on stage. They also put on their joint performances with the musicians. The stories of how they have prepared and practiced for months are also be revealed. One of the hottest idol group gives a surprise performance as well.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Running Man Season 1 Episode 615 - Race of Groups (Part 1)
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E615

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Running Man Season 1 Episode 624 - Mr. Run, How's the Food Over There?
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E624

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Running Man Season 1 Episode 630 - One Dollar Gourmet Race
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E630

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Running Man Season 1 Episode 634 - Santa Yoo and the Six Rudolphs
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E634

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Running Man Season 1 Episode 663 - Along with the Gamblers
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E663

    The seven gamblers from Joseon Dynasty are coming to win a fortune in just one day. With the candies they've earned through the race, they can purchase a talisman that they can use during the final table game. The moment a talisman is activated, the flow of the game will be completely upset. Who will be the best gambler in the country? Stay tuned!

    Director:Unknown
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  15. Running Man Season 1 Episode 666 - Summer Vacation Special, Running Man Outing Part 2
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E666

    The race in the mud continues with Se Chan and Jong Kook. Will Se Chan be able to create a twist against Jong Kook? Meanwhile, there will be a table tennis match that comes with a penalty everyone hates. Which team will need to wake up at the crack of dawn to pick bell peppers and make breakfast next morning? Stay tuned for their fiery games!

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Running Man Season 1 Episode 673 - Amnesiac Couples' War
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E673

    Inherent complexity already surrounds love relationships, but the members aim to discover both the popular and suitable individuals for themselves. However, amnesia stemming from a tragic accident presents a compelling and daunting obstacle. The popular figures remain concealed within the group of nine, initiating a search that promises eventual chaos. Clues offer only vague guidance in narrowing down the potential candidates. Can they ultimately find their genuine soulmates?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Running Man Season 1 Episode 690 - Wonderful Value for Money
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E690

    In this week's episode, the members have the Wonderful Value for Money Race. They visit places where they can have a hearty meal at a reasonable price despite the price hikes. Unlike usual, the three members with the least money left from their mission fund win the race and get amazing prizes. Who will be the winners to spend all they have on a cost-efficient food tour? Stay tuned!

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Running Man Season 1 Episode 692 - Legendary Gold Bar
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E692

    In this week's episode, the members search a mansion for the missing legendary gold bar with Bo Hyun and Ji Hyun. They fight to get crucial clues about the gold bar through debates, interrogations, and games. The member who finds the gold bar will be the sole winner and get the prize today. Who will be the owner of the legendary gold bar?

    Director:Unknown
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  19. Running Man Season 1 Episode 701 - The 2nd Futsal Running Cup
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E701

    FC Ttuk and FC Kook, led by Manager Ttuk and Manager Kook respectively, are set to clash in the 2nd Futsal Running Cup. Manager Ttuk, fueled by the desire for revenge after their prior defeat, is determined to turn the tables this time around. However, despite recruiting new members for today's game, he finds himself dissatisfied with the lineup he's assembled.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Running Man Season 1 Episode 706 - Oh My Gosh Kang Hoon
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E706

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Running Man Season 1 Episode 714 - 2024 Running Summer Games with Fire
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E714

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Running Man Season 1 Episode 724 - Hierarchical Clan
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E724

    Woo Do Hwan and Lee You Mi join the members in the special episode "The Head Family the Pecking Order." In this thrilling race, everyone plays descendants of a prestigious family, choosing roles as kings, nobles, or slaves, but their status can change at any moment. Who will rise and who will fall? Stay tuned to find out!

    Director:Unknown
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  23. Running Man Season 1 Episode 725 - I Can't Live Without Money
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E725

    Kim Ah Young, Seo Eun Kwang, and Lee Min Hyuk join this week's I Can't Live Without Money Race. They will split into two teams, and the team with the most points will win money while the other faces a penalty. There will be Money Challenges in each round where they pick random money briefcases with a positive or negative amount. Whether they stop or keep going will be up to them. Mystery briefcases will also be available with a jackpot, a penalty ticket, or a bomb to entice their greed. Who will win this week's race?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Running Man Season 1 Episode 726 - Be Clever to Trust
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E726

    Hong Kyung, Roh Yoon Seo, and Kim Min Ju are here to promote their new movie, "Hear Me: Our Summer." They get to show off their wits and acting skills against the members in this week's Be Clever to Trust race. Three teams will compete to make a three-digit number using the number each member picks at random. However, the member with the highest holding number of the winning team won't win the prize, and the highest holding number of the losing team will have a higher chance of getting the penalty. Who will sacrifice themselves for the team? And who will deceive to escape the penalty?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Running Man Season 1 Episode 733 - Cool Year-End Party (Part 2)
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E733

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Goodbye, Our Inseparable Brother" is the best rated episode of "Running Man" season 1. It scored 10/10 based on 1 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 6/13/2021. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "User's Guide to Black and White Roses".