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The Best Episodes of Terra Nova

Every episode of Terra Nova ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Terra Nova!

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In the year 2149, the world is dying. The planet is overdeveloped and overcrowded, with the majority of plant and animal life extinct. The future of mankind is in jeopardy, and its only hope for

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Terra Nova Season 1 Episode 11 - Occupation / Resistance
    7.4/10(814 votes)

    #1 - Occupation / Resistance

    S1:E11

    In the two-hour Season Finale, the 11th Pilgrimage arrives in Terra Nova and the mysterious Phoenix Group in 2149 makes its move to pillage the past with the help of Lucas and Mira. Meanwhile, Jim and Taylor team up in a last stand against the Phoenix Group, a colonist makes the ultimate sacrifice and a decision is made that will change life in Terra Nova forever.

    Director:Jon Cassar
    Writers:Brynn Malone, Craig Silverstein, Kelly Marcel

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  2. Terra Nova Season 1 Episode 1 - Genesis
    7.3/10(1734 votes)

    #2 - Genesis

    S1:E1

    In a bleak future, a police raid on a family lands the father—a cop—in jail, and a chance for his family to get a fresh start on Terra Nova forces him to take drastic measures

    Director:Alex Graves
    Writers:Brannon Braga, David Fury

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  3. Terra Nova Season 1 Episode 2 - Instinct
    7.3/10(791 votes)

    #3 - Instinct

    S1:E2

    When Terra Nova comes under attack from a legion of Pterosaurs, Jim and Taylor must find a way to save the colony before it's completely overtaken. Elisabeth discovers a former flame is also living in Terra Nova and may have been responsible for her recruitment. Syke tries to make Josh feel at home and Reynolds get protective of Maddy.

    Director:Jon Cassar
    Writers:Brannon Braga, René Echevarria, Craig Silverstein, Kelly Marcel

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  4. Terra Nova Season 1 Episode 7 - Proof
    7.3/10(898 votes)

    #4 - Proof

    S1:E7

    Maddy starts interning for the colony’s greatest scientist, and her life is put in danger when she discovers a terrible secret. Meanwhile, Josh makes a deal with the devil in order to solidify his plan to bring his girlfriend from the future to Terra Nova.

    Director:Bryan Spicer
    Writers:Craig Silverstein, David Graziano, Kelly Marcel

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  5. Terra Nova Season 1 Episode 10 - Within
    7.3/10(783 votes)

    #5 - Within

    S1:E10

    Lucas races to assemble the final pieces of his mystery device, in advance of the 11th Pilgrimage's arrival. Also, Jim and Taylor confront the colony's "Sixer" mole, Skye is reunited with a familiar face and Terra Nova prepares for war.

    Director:Karen Gaviola
    Writers:Barbara Marshall, Craig Silverstein, Kelly Marcel

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  6. Terra Nova Season 1 Episode 9 - Now You See Me
    7.2/10(843 votes)

    #6 - Now You See Me

    S1:E9

    Taylor and Mira must set aside their differences when they encounter a prehistoric enemy; Jim closes in on the mole.

    Director:Karen Gaviola
    Writers:Paul Grellong, Craig Silverstein, Kelly Marcel

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  7. Terra Nova Season 1 Episode 5 - Bylaw
    7.1/10(1006 votes)

    #7 - Bylaw

    S1:E5

    The colony falls victim to its first murder, and Jim and Taylor must find the perpetrator. Also, Skye helps Josh find a way to get Kira, his girlfriend from 2149, to the past, while Elisabeth and Zoe race to help an unborn Ankylosaurus survive.

    Director:Nelson McCormick
    Writers:Paul Grellong, Craig Silverstein, Kelly Marcel

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  8. Terra Nova Season 1 Episode 8 - Vs.
    7.1/10(836 votes)

    #8 - Vs.

    S1:E8

    As Taylor searches for the "Sixer" mole within Terra Nova, Jim stumbles onto an old murder, for which Taylor is the prime suspect.

    Director:Bryan Spicer
    Writers:Jose Molina, Craig Silverstein, Kelly Marcel

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  9. Terra Nova Season 1 Episode 6 - Nightfall
    6.9/10(931 votes)

    #9 - Nightfall

    S1:E6

    A crashing meteor wipes out all technology and wreaks havoc on the colony. Meanwhile, Maddy and Reynolds are stuck out in the wilderness, Elisabeth and Skye work together to save a life and Taylor tries to prevent Mira and the "Sixers" from invading Terra Nova. Also, a mystery man makes his presence known.

    Director:Jon Cassar
    Writers:Travis Fickett, Terry Matalas, Craig Silverstein, Kelly Marcel

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  10. Terra Nova Season 1 Episode 3 - What Remains
    6.8/10(1248 votes)

    #10 - What Remains

    S1:E3

    When Elisabeth, Jim, Malcolm and Taylor investigate radio silence at a nearby scientific outpost, they discover an outbreak of a mysterious virus causing memory loss, paranoia and eventually death. The group must work together to find a cure before they lose their sanity and all of Terra Nova is infected.

    Director:Nelson McCormick
    Writers:Brynn Malone, Craig Silverstein, Kelly Marcel

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  11. Terra Nova Season 1 Episode 4 - The Runaway
    6.6/10(1104 votes)

    #11 - The Runaway

    S1:E4

    When an orphaned "Sixer" girl comes to Terra Nova seeking asylum, Jim and Shannon are at odds if they can trust her; Mira plots to reclaim a valued possession; Taylor begins to suspect there is a traitor in his midst and Reynolds admits his feelings for Maddy.

    Director:Jon Cassar
    Writers:Barbara Marshall, Craig Silverstein, Kelly Marcel

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Best Episodes Summary

"Occupation / Resistance" is the best rated episode of "Terra Nova". It scored 7.4/10 based on 814 votes. Directed by Jon Cassar and written by Brynn Malone, Craig Silverstein, Kelly Marcel, it aired on 12/19/2011. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Genesis".