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The Best Episodes of The Climb Season 1

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

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In this all-encompassing competition series, amateur climbers are put through a rigorous series of mental and physical challenges, utilizing the most intimidating ascents in the world to crown the world’s best amateur climber.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Climb Season 1 Episode 1 - Deep Water Solo
    7.3/10(33 votes)

    #1 - Deep Water Solo

    S1:E1

    Kicking off their journey in Majorca, Spain, Chris Sharma and Megan Martin put the skills of ten aspiring rock climbers to the ultimate test in an intimidating deep water solo challenge.

    Directors:Steven Holleran, Christopher Malloy, Brett Lowell, Scott Duncan
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Climb Season 1 Episode 2 - The Precipice
    7.7/10(29 votes)

    #2 - The Precipice

    S1:E2

    After analyzing their performances in Majorca, the climbers tackle an iconic ascent where technical precision is the key to success.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Climb Season 1 Episode 3 - High Ball
    7.5/10(24 votes)

    #3 - High Ball

    S1:E3

    In a true test of mental and physical strength, the climbers tackle the difficult discipline of bouldering in Albarracín, Spain.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Climb Season 1 Episode 4 - The Cave
    7.8/10(22 votes)

    #4 - The Cave

    S1:E4

    After Chris welcomes the contestants to his home, they prepare for a steep 70-foot-long route that threatens to test even the most established climbers.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Climb Season 1 Episode 5 - First Ascent
    7.5/10(21 votes)

    #5 - First Ascent

    S1:E5

    As the contestants grow acclimated to the beautiful sights of Wadi Rum Valley in Jordan, Megan and Chris present them with the monumental opportunity to send and name a first ascent.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Climb Season 1 Episode 6 - The Crack
    7.7/10(20 votes)

    #6 - The Crack

    S1:E6

    With guidance from Megan and Chris, the remaining climbers tackle traditional climbing in a nail-biting challenge that tests skill, focus, and confidence.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Climb Season 1 Episode 7 - The Spire
    7.5/10(17 votes)

    #7 - The Spire

    S1:E7

    The final four contestants partner up to surmount a 400-foot multi-pitch climb in a nerve-racking semi-final ascent.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Climb Season 1 Episode 8 - El Diablo
    7.8/10(22 votes)

    #8 - El Diablo

    S1:E8

    For their last climb, the final three return to the oceanside cliffs of Majorca to face the notoriously difficult El Diablo summit – and crown a winner.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Deep Water Solo" is the best rated episode of "The Climb" season 1. It scored 7.3/10 based on 33 votes. Directed by Steven Holleran, Christopher Malloy, Brett Lowell, Scott Duncan and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/12/2023. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "The Precipice".