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The Best Episodes of The Baxters Season 1

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

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Based on Karen Kingsbury's Redemption novel series, Elizabeth and John Baxter and their five adult children go through various life learning journeys. The strength of family bonds will be tested time and time again. Love

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Baxters Season 1 Episode 1 - Under the Surface
    7.6/10(110 votes)

    #1 - Under the Surface

    S1:E1

    A celebratory Mother's Day for the Baxter family's matriarch, Elizabeth, is disrupted when one of her daughters, Kari, discovers a shocking revelation about her husband, Tim.

    Director:Rachel Feldman
    Writers:Christina De Leon, Marilyn Fu, Olumide Odebunmi

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  2. The Baxters Season 1 Episode 2 - Homecoming
    9.4/10(92 votes)

    #2 - Homecoming

    S1:E2

    Looking for comfort from family and friends, Kari moves back home with her parents. Tim looks to deepen his relationship with Angela. While at home, Kari learns that her first love, Ryan, has moved back to town.

    Director:Rachel Feldman
    Writer:Christina De Leon

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  3. The Baxters Season 1 Episode 3 - Irreconcilable Differences
    9.4/10(86 votes)

    #3 - Irreconcilable Differences

    S1:E3

    Dirk confronts Angela about her affair. Tim attempts to give Kari divorce paperwork, but Elizabeth intercepts it. Determined to save her marriage, Kari reveals an unexpected truth to Tim that could change their lives forever.

    Director:Rachel Feldman
    Writer:Olumide Odebunmi

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  4. The Baxters Season 1 Episode 4 - In Hindsight
    9.4/10(80 votes)

    #4 - In Hindsight

    S1:E4

    After Kari reveals her pregnancy to Tim, Angela shows her frustration at the lack of progress in his divorce. Dirk continues to obsess over Angela. Kari spends the day with Ryan. John shares a profound message of hope for Elizabeth and his family.

    Director:Rachel Feldman
    Writer:Marilyn Fu

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  5. The Baxters Season 1 Episode 5 - In the Heat Of
    9.3/10(76 votes)

    #5 - In the Heat Of

    S1:E5

    Tim's drinking spirals out of control. Luke invites Reagan to the Baxter family home for a pool date. Ashley has an unexpected run-in with an old crush from high school and Kari looks to her mom for advice on her marriage.

    Director:Tony Mitchell
    Writer:Justin D James

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  6. The Baxters Season 1 Episode 6 - For Better or Worse
    9.5/10(75 votes)

    #6 - For Better or Worse

    S1:E6

    Kari and Tim decide to work on fixing their marriage. Luke and Reagan continue their courtship. Ryan gets an unexpected coaching opportunity that would take him away from Kari. Elizabeth sees an old friend with ties to Ashley's traumatic past.

    Director:Tony Mitchell
    Writer:Justin D James

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  7. The Baxters Season 1 Episode 7 - Old Wounds
    9.4/10(73 votes)

    #7 - Old Wounds

    S1:E7

    Five months have passed. Kari and Tim are in marriage counseling. Luke plans a fundraiser at church, but when Ashley unexpectedly arrives, old family wounds are reopened. Dirk's obsession with Angela and Tim takes a dangerous turn.

    Director:Tony Mitchell
    Writer:Justin D James

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  8. The Baxters Season 1 Episode 8 - Food for Thought
    9.4/10(73 votes)

    #8 - Food for Thought

    S1:E8

    The Baxter family Thanksgiving is full of food and football with a side of drama. After showing up late to dinner, Ashley is confronted by her family. Luke tells Reagan about his best friend's tragic death while Kari and Tim share good news.

    Director:Tony Mitchell
    Writers:Justin D James, Jessie Rosen

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  9. The Baxters Season 1 Episode 9 - Justin D. James & Jessie Rosen
    9.5/10(72 votes)

    #9 - Justin D. James & Jessie Rosen

    S1:E9

    As Christmas approaches, Luke seeks reconciliation with his sister, but Ashley's past haunts her. Kari and Tim's marital bond grows stronger as Tim celebrates six months of sobriety, but an unforeseen event could shatter everything.

    Director:Tony Mitchell
    Writer:Justin D James

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  10. The Baxters Season 1 Episode 10 - A Guide to Guilt
    9.6/10(70 votes)

    #10 - A Guide to Guilt

    S1:E10

    Ashley tells Elizabeth and John about the guilt tied to her involvement in Colton Ashford’s death. Elizabeth celebrates the completion of the church nursery. Meanwhile, Dirk holds Kari and a guest hostage in her home.

    Director:Tony Mitchell
    Writer:Justin D James

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Under the Surface" is the best rated episode of "The Baxters" season 1. It scored 7.6/10 based on 110 votes. Directed by Rachel Feldman and written by Christina De Leon, Marilyn Fu, Olumide Odebunmi, it aired on 3/27/2024. This episode is rated 1.8 points higher than the second-best, "Homecoming".