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The Best Episodes of The Carmichael Show Season 1

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

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From the comedy of Jerrod Carmichael and Nick Stoller ("Neighbors") comes an irreverent sitcom inspired by Jerrod's relationships with his say-anything, contrarian father, his therapist-in-training girlfriend, his ever-hustling brother and his mother who is always,

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Carmichael Show Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.2/10(158 votes)

    #1 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    Jerrod moves in with his girlfriend, yet he's reluctant to tell his opinionated parents about the new living arrangement.

    Director:Mark Cendrowski
    Writers:Jerrod Carmichael, Nicholas Stoller

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  2. The Carmichael Show Season 1 Episode 2 - Protest
    7.1/10(140 votes)

    #2 - Protest

    S1:E2

    A protest breaks out in the community, causing divisions in the family over social activism and complicating Jarrod's birthday celebration.

    Director:Gerry Cohen
    Writers:Ari Katcher, Jerrod Carmichael

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  3. The Carmichael Show Season 1 Episode 3 - Kale
    7.2/10(124 votes)

    #3 - Kale

    S1:E3

    Jerrod encourages his parents to lead healthier lifestyles, but his efforts backfire and cause a family debate about health, aging and death.

    Director:Michael Zinberg
    Writer:Mike Royce

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  4. The Carmichael Show Season 1 Episode 4 - Gender
    6.8/10(121 votes)

    #4 - Gender

    S1:E4

    Jerrod mentors a teen, who reveals a secret about his sexuality, leading to a family discussion about gender roles. Meanwhile, Bobby is served with divorce papers.

    Director:Betsy Thomas
    Writer:Mike Scully

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  5. The Carmichael Show Season 1 Episode 5 - Prayer
    7.4/10(109 votes)

    #5 - Prayer

    S1:E5

    The family's reverend is hit by a car, igniting passionate family discourse about religion and spirituality. In addition, Jerrod and Maxine must face deeper aspects of their relationship.

    Director:Gerry Cohen
    Writers:Aeysha Carr, Hunter Covington

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  6. The Carmichael Show Season 1 Episode 6 - Guns
    7.2/10(109 votes)

    #6 - Guns

    S1:E6

    Maxine finds a gun that belongs to Jerrod, triggering a family debate about gun control and power dynamics in relationships.

    Director:Gerry Cohen
    Writer:Austen Earl

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Pilot" is the best rated episode of "The Carmichael Show" season 1. It scored 7.2/10 based on 158 votes. Directed by Mark Cendrowski and written by Jerrod Carmichael, Nicholas Stoller, it aired on 8/26/2015. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Protest".