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The Best Episodes of Somebody Somewhere Season 1

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

Sam is a true Kansan on the surface but beneath it all struggles to fit the hometown mold. As she grapples with loss and acceptance, singing is Sam’s saving grace and leads her on a journey to discover herself and a community of outsiders that don’t fit in but don’t give up, showing that finding your people, and finding your voice, is possible. Anywhere. Somewhere.

Genres:ComedyDrama
Network:HBO

Season 1 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Somebody Somewhere" season 1 is "BFD", rated 7.9/10 from 538 user votes. It was directed by Jay Duplass and written by Paul Thureen, Hannah Bos. "BFD" aired on 1/16/2022 and is rated 0.1 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Knick-Knacks and Doodads".

  • BFD
    7.9/10 538 votes

    #1 - BFD

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 1/16/2022

    When the devastation of her sister Holly’s death trickles into her workplace, Sam finds an unexpected connection with her coworker Joel. Later, just as a fight with her other sister Tricia leaves Sam feeling further unmoored, Joel offers her a lifeline.

    Director: Jay Duplass

    Writer: Paul Thureen, Hannah Bos

  • Knick-Knacks and Doodads
    7.8/10 381 votes

    #2 - Knick-Knacks and Doodads

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 1/23/2022

    Sam begins to bond with fellow members of Choir Practice, but her burgeoning friendship with Joel is threatened over competing outlooks on their future in Kansas. After a disappointing job review and a concerning visit to her parents’ house, an increasingly distraught Sam seeks help from someone close to Holly.

    Director: Robert Cohen

    Writer: Paul Thureen, Hannah Bos

  • Egg Shells
    7.9/10 336 votes

    #3 - Egg Shells

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 1/30/2022

    Sam and Joel embark on a covert mission to uncover the source of her brother-in-law Rick’s sudden windfall. Then, choir practice provides Sam with the courage and clarity to share mounting concerns about her mother Mary Jo with her father Ed.

    Director: Robert Cohen

    Writer: Patricia Breen

  • Feast of St. Francis
    7.9/10 303 votes

    #4 - Feast of St. Francis

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 2/6/2022

    After Pastor Deb asks for an impromptu meeting, Joel prepares for the worst, and promptly breaks out in a vicious neck rash. With money tight, Sam gets creative in sourcing a solution for the upcoming corn harvest, and later, confronts Rick.

    Director: Robert Cohen

    Writer: Patricia Breen

  • Tee-Tee Pa-Pah
    8.4/10 332 votes

    #5 - Tee-Tee Pa-Pah

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 2/13/2022

    With a tornado looming, Sam prepares for a different kind of storm as she shares the truth about Rick with Tricia. After impulsively adopting a dog, Joel realizes he wants more out of life.

    Director: Jay Duplass

    Writer: Paul Thureen, Hannah Bos

  • Life Could Be a Dream
    8.0/10 294 votes

    #6 - Life Could Be a Dream

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 2/20/2022

    After a surprising update concerning her recent job performance, Sam must evaluate her next step. Meanwhile, Tricia and Charity’s working relationship grows complicated, and a visit to Mary Jo in rehab brings some difficult family truths to light.

    Director: Robert Cohen

    Writer: Patricia Breen

  • Mrs. Diddles
    8.4/10 347 votes

    #7 - Mrs. Diddles

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 2/27/2022

    In her quest to reinspire Joel, Sam recruits a small team to help and reveals a new potential location for Choir Practice. Later, on a purple party bus, Sam realizes just how far she’s come. Season finale.

    Director: Jay Duplass

    Writer: Paul Thureen, Hannah Bos