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The Worst Episodes of Somebody Somewhere

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,...
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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Somebody Somewhere Season 1 Episode 1 - BFD
    7.8/10(705 votes)

    #1 - BFD

    S1:E1

    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
    Writers:Hannah Bos, Paul Thureen

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  2. Somebody Somewhere Season 1 Episode 2 - Knick-Knacks and Doodads
    7.8/10(513 votes)

    #2 - Knick-Knacks and Doodads

    S1:E2

    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
    Writers:Hannah Bos, Paul Thureen

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  3. Somebody Somewhere Season 1 Episode 3 - Egg Shells
    7.8/10(451 votes)

    #3 - Egg Shells

    S1:E3

    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

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  4. Somebody Somewhere Season 1 Episode 4 - Feast of St. Francis
    7.8/10(413 votes)

    #4 - Feast of St. Francis

    S1:E4

    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

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  5. Somebody Somewhere Season 2 Episode 3 - SLS
    7.8/10(318 votes)

    #5 - SLS

    S2:E3

    As Mary Jo’s behavior worsens, Sam and Tricia grapple with the difficult decision of escalating her care. Then, as Tricia pitches her services for Fred and Susan’s wedding, Joel has a crisis of faith, and Sam struggles to get back in touch with her instrument.

    Director:Robert Cohen
    Writers:Hannah Bos, Paul Thureen, Rachel Axler

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  6. Somebody Somewhere Season 1 Episode 6 - Life Could Be a Dream
    8.0/10(395 votes)

    #6 - Life Could Be a Dream

    S1:E6

    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

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  7. Somebody Somewhere Season 2 Episode 1 - NNP
    8.0/10(387 votes)

    #7 - NNP

    S2:E1

    While he rents out his house, Joel and Sam revel in the highs of their temporary living situationship – and the lows of cleaning up after strangers. Meanwhile, as a newly single Tricia preps for an empty nest, Sam is overcome with unexpected emotion as she begins to clean out the barn.

    Director:Robert Cohen
    Writers:Hannah Bos, Paul Thureen, Bridget Everett

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  8. Somebody Somewhere Season 2 Episode 2 - #2
    8.0/10(367 votes)

    #8 - #2

    S2:E2

    At poker night, Fred throws Sam, Joel, and Tiffani a curveball. Meanwhile, Sam attends a former voice teacher’s concert in hopes of becoming her student again – with unforeseen consequences, and Tricia feels the effects of a small town filled with big talkers.

    Director:Robert Cohen
    Writers:Hannah Bos, Paul Thureen, Lisa Kron

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  9. Somebody Somewhere Season 2 Episode 4 - Keys Phone Cash ID
    8.0/10(308 votes)

    #9 - Keys Phone Cash ID

    S2:E4

    While on their way to Wichita, Sam and Tricia finally tell Mary Jo why they’re temporarily moving her from the care facility. After accidentally blowing his own cover stalking Brad, Joel opens up about his personal crisis stemming from Fred’s upcoming wedding.

    Director:Jay Duplass
    Writers:Hannah Bos, Paul Thureen, Bridget Everett

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  10. Somebody Somewhere Season 2 Episode 5 - NMB NMP
    8.1/10(314 votes)

    #10 - NMB NMP

    S2:E5

    While celebrating Tricia’s birthday, Sam is blindsided by surprising new information about Holly. Then, as Charity’s lies continue to affect Tricia’s social life, Joel makes a move with Brad… which leads to a misstep with Sam.

    Director:Lennon Parham
    Writers:Hannah Bos, Paul Thureen, Rachel Axler

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  11. Somebody Somewhere Season 3 Episode 1 - Margarini
    8.2/10(285 votes)

    #11 - Margarini

    S3:E1

    As Joel and Brad take a giant step forward in their relationship and move in together, Sam considers adopting a roommate of her own. Meanwhile, after finalizing her divorce, Tricia puts herself out there on the dating scene.

    Director:Robert Cohen
    Writers:Hannah Bos, Paul Thureen, Bridget Everett

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  12. Somebody Somewhere Season 3 Episode 3 - Porch Lyfe
    8.3/10(250 votes)

    #12 - Porch Lyfe

    S3:E3

    As Tricia makes inroads with a very important country club member, Sam finally agrees to go to the doctor for the first time in years. Meanwhile, Joel and Brad attempt to make space for each other's individual needs - together.

    Director:Robert Cohen
    Writer:Lennon Parham

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  13. Somebody Somewhere Season 1 Episode 5 - Tee-Tee Pa-Pah
    8.4/10(451 votes)

    #13 - Tee-Tee Pa-Pah

    S1:E5

    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
    Writers:Hannah Bos, Paul Thureen

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  14. Somebody Somewhere Season 1 Episode 7 - Mrs. Diddles
    8.4/10(466 votes)

    #14 - Mrs. Diddles

    S1:E7

    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
    Writers:Hannah Bos, Paul Thureen

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  15. Somebody Somewhere Season 2 Episode 6 - Manhappiness
    8.4/10(333 votes)

    #15 - Manhappiness

    S2:E6

    Distancing herself from Joel, Sam concentrates on helping Tricia with her blossoming pillow business – which soon faces sabotage from Charity. Meanwhile, Fred attempts to play peacemaker with Sam and Joel.

    Director:Lennon Parham
    Writers:Hannah Bos, Paul Thureen, Lisa Kron

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  16. Somebody Somewhere Season 3 Episode 2 - Dinky Dinkies
    8.4/10(277 votes)

    #16 - Dinky Dinkies

    S3:E2

    Overwhelmed by the amount of change happening in the lives of her loved ones, Sam is hit especially hard by a friend's brutally honest comment. Later, Sam helps Brad with a special task ahead of his and Joel's housewarming.

    Director:Robert Cohen
    Writer:Lisa Kron

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  17. Somebody Somewhere Season 3 Episode 4 - What if it spreads?
    8.5/10(264 votes)

    #17 - What if it spreads?

    S3:E4

    An unexpected issue arises on Sam and Tricia's trip to Kansas City for a trade show. Meanwhile, Joel reluctantly attends Brad's bible book club and runs into a complicated figure from his past.

    Director:Jay Duplass
    Writers:Hannah Bos, Paul Thureen, Bridget Everett

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  18. Somebody Somewhere Season 3 Episode 5 - Num Nums
    8.6/10(290 votes)

    #18 - Num Nums

    S3:E5

    With Shannon at Rick's, Tricia joins Sam and her friends for Thanksgiving. As her chosen family celebrates firsts and moments of growth, details about Brad's past are revealed, and Sam gains a better appreciation of the depths of true love.

    Director:Lennon Parham
    Writer:Lisa Kron

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  19. Somebody Somewhere Season 2 Episode 7 - To Ed
    8.9/10(432 votes)

    #19 - To Ed

    S2:E7

    After reuniting with Joel at a funeral, Sam takes stock of herself and her actions – and decides to make things right with her best friend. Then, everyone comes together for an epic celebration of love and partnership at Fred and Susan’s wedding.

    Director:Jay Duplass
    Writers:Hannah Bos, Paul Thureen

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  20. Somebody Somewhere Season 3 Episode 6 - As Much as I Like Not Feeling
    8.9/10(328 votes)

    #20 - As Much as I Like Not Feeling

    S3:E6

    Joel's emotional center is rocked after an unfortunate fender bender. Meanwhile, Sam's date with Iceland brings some of her deepest insecurities to the surface, and Tricia perfects her pitch for Mitch.

    Director:Lennon Parham
    Writer:Lennon Parham

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  21. Somebody Somewhere Season 3 Episode 7 - Agg
    9.1/10(401 votes)

    #21 - Agg

    S3:E7

    Joel returns to church after recognizing a fundamental hole in his life. Sam and Tricia reach a surprising understanding on Holly's birthday, and later, Sam takes a chance with Iceland.

    Director:Lennon Parham
    Writers:Hannah Bos, Paul Thureen, Bridget Everett

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Worst Episodes Summary

"BFD" is the worst rated episode of "Somebody Somewhere". It scored 7.8/10 based on 705 votes. Directed by Jay Duplass and written by Hannah Bos, Paul Thureen, it aired on 1/16/2022. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Knick-Knacks and Doodads".